German Courses and Exams Winter 2018 Goethe-Institut Toronto Sprache. Kultur. Deutschland.
GENERAL LANGUAGE COURSES Our general language program is offered at 3 main proficiency levels. Each level is divided into four courses. In all courses we focus on the spoken language and you will learn vocabulary and grammar structure relevant to everyday interaction. Classes are conducted in German and are offered for course participants ages 16 and up. Level of Proficiency Courses offered in Toronto Textbooks used @ Hueber Publishing Offered Exams A Beginner A1 A2 A 1.1 A 1.2 A 2.1 A 2.2 Menschen A1.1 Menschen A1.2 Menschen A2.1 Menschen A2.2 Goethe-Zertifikat A1 Goethe-Zertifikat A2 B Intermediate B1 B2 B 1.1 B 1.2 B 2.1 B 2.2 Menschen B1.1 Menschen B1.2 Sicher! B2.1 Sicher! B2.2 Goethe-Zertifikat B1 Goethe-Zertifikat B2 TestDaF C Advanced C1 C 1.1 C 1.2 Sicher! C1.1 Sicher! C1.2 Goethe-Zertifikat C1 TestDaF C2 Goethe-Zertifikat C2 You can choose between: extensive courses, which meet twice weekly for 9 weeks; Saturday classes, which meet 13 times; and the intensive summer courses, which run for 4.5 weeks. Extensive courses start in January, April, June and September; Saturday classes in January, April and September. Intensive summer courses begin in June and in July. Each course consists of 54 teaching units (1 TU = 45 minutes). Along with in-class learning, you will be assigned homework. If you have prior knowledge of German, please ask for a placement test. Beginners start with the course A 1.1
GERMAN COURSES FOR TEENAGERS and children We also offer courses for teenagers. Course content and teaching methods in our classes for teenagers are especially suitable for the age group 13-17. Classes for absolute beginners, students with previous knowledge of German, and students who are already at an A2/B1 level will be scheduled once a week on Fridays, 75 minutes per class, for 15 weeks. In order to attend our childrens class, we require some previous knowledge of German. The course is geared towards children between the ages of 7-10 and takes place Friday afternoons. BLENDED LEARNING If you want to learn German quickly, we recommend that you enroll in a blended learning program. Our blended learning courses are composed of roughly equal amounts of in-class (60 teaching units) and online learning. You will meet twice a week for in-class instruction and work on the online components of the course for about 5 hours per week on the Goethe- Institut s password-protected learning platform. The online components can be done at your convenience within a week and are considered part of the course. This program allows you to finish one level (A 1, A 2 or B 1) in 10 weeks. SPECIAL COURSES To complement the general language courses you could enroll in a special course. In our special courses you can practice certain skills such as conversing, writing and applying correct grammar structures, as well as perfecting your pronunciation, broadening your vocabulary, or acquiring special knowledge on German literature. Special courses consist of 27 teaching units and run over 9 weeks. The course «Conversation C 1+» is an exception with 12 sessions once a week and consists of 24 teaching units. one-on-one lessons Would you like to perfect a particular skill (reading, listening, speaking, writing)? Do you have some difficulties in applying certain grammar rules? Do you need extra help with your preparation for a German language test? Would you like to learn German at your own speed? Then one-on-one lessons are the right choice for you. We will arrange the days and times of your lessons to fit your busy schedule. Your assigned teacher will design the classes according to your wishes and needs and will develop a lesson plan considering your previous knowledge and your goals. Purchase one meeting (90 minutes) or a whole package.
INVEST IN YOURSELF LEARN GERMAN WITH THE BEST! Spring courses start: April 4 th, Saturday classes April 28 th
GENERAL LANGUAGE COURSES Extensive Program I January 15 March 19 Weekdays, classes twice a week 18 meetings, 8 16 participants Level Days Time Course Period A1.1 Mon & Wed 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Jan 15 Mar 19 No class Feb 19 Tue & Thu 10:00 am 12:30 pm Jan 16 Mar 15 A1.2 Mon & Wed 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Jan 15 Mar 19 No class Feb 19 A2.1 Tue & Thu 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Jan 16 Mar 15 A2.2 Tue & Thu 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Jan 16 Mar 15 B1.1 Mon & Wed 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Jan 15 Mar 19 No class Feb 19 B1.2 Tue & Thu 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Jan 16 Mar 15 B2.1 Mon & Wed 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Course Fee: $ 595 Jan 15 Mar 19 No class Feb 19 Extensive Program II January 13 April 21 Saturdays, classes once a week, 13 meetings, 8 16 participants Level Days Time Course Period A1.1 Saturday 10:00 am 1:30 pm A1.2 Saturday 10:00 am 1:30 pm A2.1 Saturday 10:00 am 1:30 pm A2.2 Saturday 10:00 am 1:30 pm B1.1 Saturday 10:00 am 1:30 pm Jan 13 Apr 21 No class Feb 17 & Mar 31 Jan 13 Apr 21 No class Feb 17 & Mar 31 Jan 13 Apr 21 No class Feb 17 & Mar 31 Jan 13 Apr 21 No class Feb 17 & Mar 31 Jan 13 Apr 21 No class Feb 17 & Mar 31 Course Fee: $ 595 Please note: You can register online for a beginner (A1.1) or a follow-up course. Do not forget to read the Terms & Conditions. The course fee has to be paid before the first day of class. The Goethe-Institut maintains the right to cancel courses due to low enrolment. Up-dated course information will be posted on our website. Textbooks and other learning materials can be purchased from GoetheBooks during the first week of classes at the Goethe-Institut.
BLENDED LEARNING COURSES Accelerated Program January 22 April 5 Weekdays, classes twice a week, 20 meetings plus weekly guided online work, 8-16 participants Level Day Time Course Period A2 Mon & Thu 9:30 am 12 pm January 22 April 5 No class Feb 19 & Apr 2 Course Fee: $ 1300 SPECIAL COURSES January 18 April 5 classes once a week 9 or *12 meetings, 8 16 participants Level Day Time Course Period A2 Conversation Saturday 2:00 pm 4:30 pm Jan 20 Mar 24 No class Feb 17 B1 / B2 Conversation Saturday 2:00 pm 4:30 pm Jan 20 Mar 24 No class Feb 17 B2 + Up German literature Tuesday 6:00 pm 8:30 pm Jan 30 Mar 27 No class Feb 19 C1+ Conversation Thursday 6:30 pm 8:00 pm Jan 18 Apr 5 C1 Competence Training Saturday 2:00 pm 4:30 pm Jan 20 Mar 24 No class Feb 17 Course Fee: $ 310 / *CI+ $ 325
German courses for teenagers and children January 19 June 1 Fridays, classes once a week 15 meetings, 8 16 participants Level Day Time Course Period A1.0 for beginners A1 Previous knowledge required Friday 4:15 5:30 pm Jan 19 Jun 1 Friday 4:15 5:30 pm Jan 19 Jun 1 A2 / B1 Friday 4:15 5:30 pm Jan 19 Jun 1 Children Friday 4:30 5:45 pm Jan 19 Jun 1 Course Fee: $ 490 Our lessons are lively and interesting. In no time at all young learners will be actively using German by doing small projects such as creating video clips, discussing contemporary music and working with ipads. They will be speaking the language right from the start and will make a lot of progress within a short time.
Exam Preparation Workshops March 26 & June 11 1 meeting 10 participants Level Day Time Course Period A1 Monday 5:30 pm 7:00 pm March 26 Monday 5:30 pm 7:00 pm June 11 Course Fee: $ 50 EXAM OVERVIEW Examination Date Enrolment until Fees Goethe-Zertifikat C2: Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom June 20, 9:30 am June 13 $ 250 Goethe-Zertifikat C1 March 15, 10 am March 8 $ 190 TestDaF (www.testdaf.de) February 20, 9:30 am May 23, 9:30 am January 23 April 25 175 Goethe-Zertifikat B2 January 31, 10 am April 11, 10 am January 24 April 4 $ 160 Goethe-Zertifikat B1 February 7, 10 am May 10, 10 am January 31 May 3 $ 140 Goethe-Zertifikat A2 January 25, 1 pm May 3, 1 pm January 18 April 26 $ 120 Goethe-Zertifikat A1: Start Deutsch 1 March 28, 1 pm June 13, 1 pm March 21 June 6 $ 110
EXAMs After working hard at learning the German language, we recommend that you get your progress and achievements evaluated. The exams set by the Goethe-Institut and the internationally recognized Goethe-Certificates document a student s learning success from start to finish. For registration please contact: Contact: Nicole Knapp Telephone: 416 593 5257-207 or 203 Fax: 416 593 5145 E-Mail: germancourses-toronto@goethe.de
CONTACT AND REGISTRATION LANGUAGE course OFFICE Contact: Nicole Knapp Telephone: 416 593 5257-207 or 203 Fax: 416 593 5145 E-Mail: germancourses-toronto@goethe.de Office hours: By appointment only For further information on our courses and registration, please visit us online at www.goethe.de/toronto opening hours mediothek/ library Opening hours: Tuesday 1:00 pm 6:00 pm Wednesday 3:00 pm 7:30 pm Thursday 3:00 pm 7:30 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Please contact our office and ask for help to determine your level before signing up for a course. HOLIDAYS AND CLOSING HOURS The Goethe-Institut is closed on: February 17-19, March 30 April 2
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