- Docente: Doris Anita Hoehmann
- Credits: 6
- SSD: GERM-01/B
- Language: German
- Teaching Mode: In-person learning (entirely or partially)
- Campus: Bologna
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Corso:
First cycle degree programme (L) in
European Studies (cod. 5983)
Also valid for Campus of Forli
First cycle degree programme (L) in Languages, technologies and intercultural communication (cod. 6344)
Learning outcomes
At the end of the module, the student knows the basic elements of the culture and civilization of German-speaking countries; he/she is able to independently develop further knowledge and analytical-cultural skills related to the society of German-speaking countries.
Course contents
The course deals with the macro areas of DACHL countries such as geography, economy, politics, religion, history and linguistics (history of language and pluricentrism).
Readings/Bibliography
Butler, Ellen / Kotas, Ondřej / Sturm, Martin / Surn, Barbara / Wolf, Nita Esther / Würtz. 100 Stunden Deutschland.
Orientierungskurs - Politik, Geschichte, Kultur. Kurs- und Übungsbuch mit Audios online. Klett (ultima edizione: 2025);
Höhmann, Doris: Höhmann, D.: Deutsch für Studierende der Politik- und Sozialwissenschaften (in preparation – drafts);
Kuppelwieser, Marlene / Pfeiffer, Hans : Deutsch rundum. Kleine Landeskunde der deutschsprachigen Länder und Gebiete (ultima edizione). ISBN: 978-3-9505942-0-1
Furthermore, students have to know how to use the following online resources:
https://www.dw.com/de/
https://www.bpb.de/
https://idvnetz.org/dachl-im-deutschunterricht/dachl-infos
https://deutschlernerblog.de/landeskunde-der-deutschsprachigen-laender-dachl-landeskunde/
https://www.cafedaf.net/index.php
The learning materials that will be analysed during classes will be indicated on the Virtuale platform.
Teaching methods
Lessons, exercises and group work.
Assessment methods
The exam (1,5h) - which has only a written mode in all sessions - will be on topics covered during the semester.
It is strictly forbidden to use AI during the exam. Any violation of this rule will be considered a serious breach of academic ethics.
In particular, the level of in-depth knowledge and communicative adequacy attained is assessed, with a focus on comprehension and interaction skills in German.
30-30L: Excellent level.
27-29: Good level. The candidate shows a solid command of the required skills and competences.
24–26: Generally sound level. The candidate displays significant shortcomings, indicating a reasonable command of the required skills and competences.
21-23: Adequate level. The candidate displays significant shortcomings and only an adequate command of the required skills and competences.
18–20: Minimum level. The candidate only meets the minimum level required and shows a minimal command of the required skills and competences.
< 18 Fail
Teaching tools
PC, Virtuale, internet.
Students with learning disorders and\or temporary or permanent disabilities: please, contact the office responsible (https://site.unibo.it/studenti-con-disabilita-e-dsa/en/for-students ) as soon as possible so that they can propose acceptable adjustments. The request for adaptation must be submitted in advance (15 days before the exam date) to the lecturer, who will assess the appropriateness of the adjustments, taking into account the teaching objectives.
Office hours
See the website of Doris Anita Hoehmann