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GRMN1010 – I German Studies 1
2021 – Session 1, Weekday 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 activities on campus, and most will keep an online version available to those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face-to-face and online 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, Room 348
By appointment
Co-convenor
Susanne Binder
Contact via Email
25B Wally's Walk, Room 111
By appointment
Tutor
Luisa Billepp
Contact via Email
N/A
By appointment
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Credit points
10
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Prerequisites
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Corequisites
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This introductory German unit is intended for students with little or no previous knowledge of German. It seeks to develop students' skills in reading, writing, comprehension and speaking. The book used in this unit follows a communicative approach, with additional material offered online. The unit includes material on general cultural aspects of life in Germany. It corresponds to the first level (A1) on the six-level scale of competence laid down in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). |
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 elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the German language.
- ULO2: Identify, describe and evaluate a few 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
Indicative examples of assessment tasks will be available on iLearn.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participation | 10% | No | Throughout the semester |
| Language Study Orientation | 5% | No | Week 3 |
| Online Tests | 20% | No | Weeks 5 & 9 |
| Assignments | 25% | No | Weeks 7 & 11 |
| Oral test | 10% | No | Week 13 |
| Final Test | 30% | No | Week 13 |
Participation
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Throughout the semester
Weighting: 10%
On-campus and external students demonstrate active engagement with the weekly content through participating in the designated activities online and, where applicable, in class.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify, describe and evaluate a few aspects of German-speaking cultures and societies.
- Apply relevant language conventions to create meaningful intercultural encounters.
- Demonstrate an awareness of some language and language use in both German and English.
Language Study Orientation
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 1 hours
Due: Week 3
Weighting: 5%
Students conduct the required reading and answer the questions related to the readings.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the German language.
Online Tests
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 0 hours
Due: Weeks 5 & 9
Weighting: 20%
Students complete various short tests of mixed question types. These tests are scheduled during class time.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the German language.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of German at elementary level.
- Demonstrate an awareness of some language and language use in both German and English.
Assignments
Assessment Type 1: Participatory task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Weeks 7 & 11
Weighting: 25%
Students engage with a variety of low-stakes writing tasks in the target language.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the German language.
- Identify, describe and evaluate a few aspects of German-speaking cultures and societies.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of German at elementary level.
- Demonstrate an awareness of some language and language use in both German and English.
Oral test
Assessment Type 1: Simulation/role play
Indicative Time on Task 2: 0 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 10%
Students are assessed in pairs and engage in a conversation in the target language. This assessment is scheduled during class time for on-campus students and via online video-conferencing applications for external students.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify, describe and evaluate a few aspects of German-speaking cultures and societies.
- 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: 0 hours
Due: Week 13
Weighting: 30%
Students complete a timed online test of mixed type questions, including one essay style question.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Develop elementary level skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the German language.
- Identify, evaluate and deploy the grammatical structures of German at elementary level.
- Demonstrate an awareness of some language and language use in both German and English.
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
For current updates, lecture times and classrooms please consult the MQ Timetables website: http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au.
REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED TEXTS AND/OR MATERIALS
Required texts:
- Author: Tschirner et al. Kontakte Student Edition (8th edition). ISBN: 9781743769065
Recommended texts:
- Zorach, C. & Melin, Ch. English Grammar for Students of German. The Olivia and Hill Press
All unit texts/materials will be available for purchase through https://www.booktopia.com.au/coop.
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 1-5 of the Kontakte textbook. Please find an up to date Semesterplan on iLearn.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). 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
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/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.
Changes from Previous Offering
Access to McGraw-Hill Connect German (= online platform of textbook) is no longer course requirement, although it is still recommended.
Assessment due dates have been modified.
Unit information based on version 2021.03 of the Handbook