Module

Voraussetzungen

Inhalte

Action-oriented tasks for global, selective, and detailed listening and reading comprehension, for producing topic- and situation-related written texts, for topic- and situation-related oral expression, as well as exercises for understanding and consolidating linguistic structures (vocabulary and grammar). Furthermore, learning strategies and techniques for self-study will be taught and practised. Thematic and grammatical focus areas according to the recommendations of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for A1 level

Lernziele

Upon successful completion of the module, students will possess basic language skills at level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). They will be able to handle simple communicative situations in everyday life as well as basic situations in university and professional contexts. Students acquire the following compencies: Subject-specific competence (language competence): Students will be able to: • understand familiar words and simple expressions relating to personal information, everyday life, studies, and work • ask and answer simple questions • engage in short conversations about personal and everyday topics • understand simple spoken instructions and information • read and understand short and simple texts (e.g. emails, forms, short notices) • write short communications (e.g. simple emails, norts, short descriptions) University-related action competence: Students will be able to: • introduce themselves in a university context • formulate simple questions in lectures • understand and ask for basic information about their studies • write short formal and semi- formal emails in a university context Professional action competence: Students will be able to: • give a simple self-introduction in a professional context • use basic vocabulary related to profession, activities and the workplace • schedule simple appointments • handle simple conversational situations in evryday professional life Intercultural competence: Students will be able to: • identify basic cultural characteristics of Italy • recognize fundamental differences in forms of politeness and communication styles • reflect on simple intercultural communication situations Methodological competence: Students will be able to: • apply basic language learning strategies • use simple communication strategies to enszre understanding (e.g. asking questions, paraphrasing) • independently organize and reflect on language learning processes

Prüfungsleistung

Assessment Mode for Module Examination: 4 topic-related tests of 30-60 minutes each or hand-in assignments (each counting one fourth for the module grade)

Bemerkungen

This modul aims at students of all study programs without any Italian language competence. It is not suitable for students who already have an Italian language competence higher than CEFR A1.1. Additional course enrolment at the Language Center (ZES- Zentrale Einrichtung Sprachen) through Moodle Platform is obligatory.