Students
GRMN1030 – German Bridging Course
2020 – Session 3, Infrequent attendance, North Ryde
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Convenor
Katharina McGrath
Contact via Email
25B Wally's Walk, 3rd floor, Room 348
by appointment
Tutor
Susana Catalina Prat
Contact via Email
25B Wally's Walk, 3rd floor
by appointment
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
GMN105 or GRMN1020
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This external unit is the third of three introductory German units, which completes study towards CEFR Level A2. In this unit students complete the work with the textbook and complete a range of additional tasks in the online learning platform iLearn with a particular focus on reading, writing and listening skills. Students are strongly encouraged to attend an on-campus session at the end of the unit. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Develop comprehensive elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the German language.
- ULO2: Identify, describe and evaluate some aspects of German-speaking cultures and societies.
- ULO3: Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of German at elementary level.
- ULO4: Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
- ULO5: Demonstrate an awareness of some language and language use, in both German and English.
General Assessment Information
Late Assessment Penalty
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, (a) a penalty for lateness will apply – two (2) marks out of 100 will be deducted per day for assignments submitted after the due date – and (b) no assignment will be accepted more than seven (7) days (incl. weekends) after the original submission deadline. No late submissions will be accepted for timed assessments – e.g. quizzes, online tests.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Tests | 51% | No | Weeks 2, 3 & 5 |
| Participation | 4% | No | Week 6 |
| Final Test | 45% | No | 18 January 2020 |
Tests
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 3 hours
Due: Weeks 2, 3 & 5
Weighting: 51%
Students complete various short tests of mixed question types. These tests are conducted online.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the German language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate some aspects of German-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of German at elementary level.
Participation
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 8 hours
Due: Week 6
Weighting: 4%
Students demonstrate active engagement with the weekly content through participating in the designated activities online.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of German at elementary level.
- Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
- Demonstrate an awareness of some language and language use, in both German and English.
Final Test
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 2 hours
Due: 18 January 2020
Weighting: 45%
Students complete a timed online test of mixed type questions, including one essay style question.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop comprehensive elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the German language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate some aspects of German-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of German at elementary level.
- Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
This unit is conducted fully online. You will find all relevant tasks and activities on iLearn.
REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED TEXTS AND/OR MATERIALS
Required texts:
- Author: Tschirner et al. Title: Kontakte Student Edition + Workbook/Lab Manual Pack ISBN: 9780070274372 Edition: 8
Recommended texts:
- Zorach, C. & Melin, Ch. English Grammar for Students of German. The Olivia and Hill Press
TECHNOLOGY USED AND REQUIRED
Online Unit
Login is via: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/
Is my unit in iLearn?: http://help.ilearn.mq.edu.au/unitsonline/ to check when your online unit will become available.
Technology
Students are required to have regular access to a computer and the internet. Mobile devices alone are not sufficient.
For students attending classes on campus we strongly encourage that you bring along your own laptop computer, ready to work with activities in your online unit. The preferred operating system is Windows 10.
Students are required to access the online unit in iLearn by the end of Week 1 and follow any relevant instructions and links for downloads that may be required. If applicable, students are required to download the relevant language package prior to Week 2.
Please contact your course convenor before the end of Week 1 if you do not have a suitable laptop (or tablet) for in-class use.
- For central technical support go to: http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/
- For student quick guides on the use of iLearn go to: https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/tools-and-resources/ilearn/ilearn-quick-guides-for-students
Unit Schedule
This unit covers Kapitel 12 of the Kontakte textbook and the corresponding exercises in Connect - online. Please find an updated Semesterplan in iLearn.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Student Support
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
For all student enquiries, visit Student Connect at ask.mq.edu.au
If you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
IT Help
For help with University computer systems and technology, visit http://www.mq.edu.au/about_us/offices_and_units/information_technology/help/.
When using the University's IT, you must adhere to the Acceptable Use of IT Resources Policy. The policy applies to all who connect to the MQ network including students.