The content for the proposed 9-week course for Beginner German was covered in just 8 weeks. Over 7 weeks the essentials of most aspects of grammar and vocabulary were presented in English.
The eighth session was mostly presented in German. Participants sang 3 songs in German, namely the German National Anthem, Muss i denn and The Happy Wanderer. In addition, a short story in German was read, testing comprehension skills. Each member participated in a role play in various daily situations, such as asking directions, ordering food and beverages at a restaurant and visiting the doctor.
Horst joined in delivering the last session. Gratifyingly, all 8 participants elected to continue to the main group. It was a solid effort by all and came together, as hoped, by the end.
The eighth session was mostly presented in German. Participants sang 3 songs in German, namely the German National Anthem, Muss i denn and The Happy Wanderer. In addition, a short story in German was read, testing comprehension skills. Each member participated in a role play in various daily situations, such as asking directions, ordering food and beverages at a restaurant and visiting the doctor.
Horst joined in delivering the last session. Gratifyingly, all 8 participants elected to continue to the main group. It was a solid effort by all and came together, as hoped, by the end.
Pauline Bailey
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