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German course for intermediate and advanced levels
$349.99
The German courses for Intermediate and Advanced levels, aligned with the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages), focus on transitioning the learner from simple communication to independent and ultimately proficient use of the language in diverse and complex contexts.
Intermediate Levels
These levels are for the Independent User and focus on consolidating basic knowledge while expanding on complex structures and conversational fluency.
B1 (Threshold)
The focus is on achieving basic independence. The learner can handle most situations encountered when traveling in German-speaking areas.
Focus Area |
Communicative Goals |
Grammar Topics |
Speaking |
Discuss personal interests, dreams, hopes, and ambitions. Briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans. |
Subordinate clauses, Perfect tense and Simple Past for haben and sein. Full use of Dative and Accusative cases. |
Listening & Reading |
Understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters (work, school, leisure) and uncomplicated non-fiction texts. |
Vocabulary expansion to discuss topics like media, environment, social issues, and travel. |
B2 (Vantage)
The focus is on fluency and spontaneity. The learner can interact with native speakers without strain and can handle complex texts.
Focus Area |
Communicative Goals |
Grammar Topics |
Speaking |
Give clear, detailed text and explanations on a wide range of subjects. Explain a viewpoint on a topical issue, giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options. |
Passive voice, Subjunctive II for hypotheticals and politeness, extended use of prepositions. |
Listening & Reading |
Understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization. |
Vocabulary to express nuances and use sophisticated connectors |
Advanced Levels
These levels are for the Proficient User and aim for near-native fluency and mastery across professional, academic, and social domains.
C1 (Advanced)
The focus is on flexible and effective use of language. The learner can manage complex academic and professional language requirements.
Focus Area |
Communicative Goals |
Grammar Topics |
Speaking |
Express ideas fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Use language effectively for social, academic, and professional purposes. |
Subjunctive I ($\text{Konjunktiv I}$) for indirect speech/reported speech, more complex sentence structures, and advanced use of the genitive case. |
Writing |
Produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns and cohesive devices. |
Mastering the nuances of temporal clauses and advanced verbal phrases. |
C2 (Mastery)
The focus is on precision and mastery. The learner is approaching the level of an educated native speaker.
Focus Area |
Communicative Goals |
Grammar Topics |
Speaking |
Express themselves spontaneously, very fluently, and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. |
Idiomatic expressions, advanced vocabulary, nuanced word choice, and complete mastery of all grammatical structures and exceptions. |
Listening & Reading |
Understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Summarize information from different sources, reconstructing arguments in a coherent presentation. |
Focus on style, rhetoric, and language suitable for academic theses or high-level professional reports. |