Writing & Composition for Intermediate High Level Learners of German
In this 6 week, once-weekly course, learners will practice their German writing skills and improve their expressive German writing style
Dana Goodier
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(107)
What's included
6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will be asked to draft, edit, and compose writing samples sometimes outside of class.Assessment
I will assess students using writing rubrics as indicated by the Goethe Institute and ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages).Grading
Grades offered by request, can be aligned towards International Baccalaureate rubric or U.S. K-12 grading scale.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Students will work with the teacher on achieving advancing knowledge of high intermediate level (Goethe Institute level B1 or U.S./Canada high school level 3 or 4) in German, in order to be prepared to communicate for school or business in German-speaking countries. We will write on a variety of topics . This class will utilize a small group format in order for students to have plenty of time for personalized feedback and practice. The teacher will use slides, some grammar practice and reinforcement, and writing rubrics as indicated by the Goethe Institute and ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) Topics explored will be: Session 1: Sports and Leisure Activities Session 2: School, Future Study Plans Session 3: Current Events in German-speaking Countries Session 4: The Effects of Social Media Use on Teens in German-speaking Countries Session 5: Where German-speakers like to travel and explore during their Vacations Session 6: Exploring our Favorite German, Swiss or Austrian Dishes and Why We love Them
Learning Goals
Students will work on achieving a greater flow of writing in German and building upon skills learned from TWO OR MORE previous years of German in school, or via an extended stay in a German-speaking country.
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
German 1, German 2, at least 1 semester German 3.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
dictionary
Joined April, 2020
5.0
107reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
2 Degrees
Doctoral Degree in Education from Capella University
Master's Degree in Education from University of Tulsa
I am a certified K-12 German teacher. I have taught and tutored students in German from grade 2-high school for several years. I have taught both an ongoing German class for beginners and conducted private tutoring in German on Outschool since August 2020.Reviews
Live Group Class
$35
weekly1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
3-6 learners per class
Financial Assistance
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