After completing this course students are able to:
in oral communication
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understand uncomplicated speech in varied domains (TV, radio, lectures, telephone messages, etcetera) and to take notes;
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initiate, sustain and close a general conversation with a number of topics appropriate to a range of circumstances and subjects.
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participate in conversations on topics beyond the most immediate daily needs.
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perform simple but connected oral discourse, a simple narration or descriptions.
In written communication
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consistently read and understand connected texts dealing with various topics;
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write letters and short papers on familiar topics
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Language
The language part of the course helps students to improve and develop skills and strategies necessary to successfully handle most uncomplicated oral and written tasks and social situations students may be confronted within daily life in the Netherlands.
Culture
The main purpose of the culture & society classes is to provide a basic understanding of present-day Dutch society & culture. Attention will be given to various issues pertaining to Dutch culture & society today. Through the reading of articles covering the culture of the Netherlands and the Dutch students learn to understand mainly the inside perspective, in other words the Dutch way of approaching and discussing cultural and society issues.
Format
In the language classes the classroom language is Dutch. The main activity is the use of Dutch in a variety of oral and written communication tasks performed in small groups, in pairs or with the whole class. The instructor provides input, instruction and explanations. Students in this course are expected to come to class with their own questions and analyze their own learning problems and learning needs.
In the culture classes topics on Dutch society and culture will be introduced and discussed. Reading materials on Dutch culture will be studied in English and/or Dutch. Students are expected to give a presentation in English.
Grades
The tests for the language component of the course together (60%) must average at least a C-. If this average is under a C-, then the student cannot move on to the next level. If a student nonetheless wants to continue to Language & Culture II, course admission needs to be approved by the instructor, who may ask for extra work to be completed.
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