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One of your first topics will be 'Familie in Wandel' - read the article below and answer the questions. This will be a helpful introduction to the topic.

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Task 2: Thoroughly revise and consolidate the grammar below:

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Task 2: Thoroughly revise and consolidate the grammar below:

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Present tense (weak, strong & irregular verbs)

Past tense (weak, strong, unpredictable verbs, and which use 'sein' rather than 'haben' as their auxiliary verb)

Future tense (all forms of 'werden')

German word order (in statements, questions with and without a question word, inversion, subordinate clauses after subordinating conjunctions)

Modal verbs in present and imperfect tense.

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Use the link below to consolidate your grammar. Work through the A1 and A2 exercises, and make sure to provide evidence of your learning and practice.

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German exercises (A1 - A2 - B1 - B2) / Deutsch-Übungen

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Many online exercises for the following levels are available: A1 beginner, A2 pre-intermediate, B1 intermediate, B2 advanced.

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German A level - independent study guide

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We encourage you to purchase your own copy of the AQA German textbook we use in Year 12, particularly if you want to be able to write in it. Alternatively you can be provided with a copy of the textbook (deposit £20 - returned if the book is in good condition at the end of the course).

AQA A-level Year 1 and AS German - Student Book (Oxford University Press)

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German A-level Grammar Workbook 1 (Hodder Education)

German A-level Grammar Workbook 2 (Hodder Education)

In Year 12 we study the film 'Das Leben der Anderen' and we recommend that you buy your own copy or download it using Amazon Prime or similar. There is an excellent film guide that we recommend you buy so that you can annotate it: Modern Languages Study Guides: Das Leben der Anderen: Film Study Guide for AS/A-level German (Hodder Education)

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AQA A-level German Revision and Practice Workbook: Themes 1 and 2 (Hodder Education)

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You will need an A4 file to store your notes, along with lined paper and stationery that includes the following: Pens and pencils, Highlighter pen, Ruler, Calculator, Protractor, Compass

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Finding your way to the 'Super-curricular' information via our CSF website

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Finding your way to the 'Super-curricular' information via our CSF website

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Task 4: Watch the film 'Das Leben der Anderen'

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Task 4: Watch the film 'Das Leben der Anderen'

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The film Das Leben der Anderen ('The lives of others') is the film we study together in Year 12.

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It would be a great idea to get in the habit of engaging with German every day in a way that is manageable to you. There are some suggestions below:

Podcasts

Slow German (slowgerman.com)

Coffee break German

Deutsche Welle

Here is a list of 10 excellent podcasts:

https://www.thelocal.de/20180626/best-podcasts-to-take-your-german-to-the-next-level

Instagram

@deutschland.de

@dw_deutschlernen

@goetheinstitut

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Beginner

1. Learn German by Podcast

This is a great podcast if you don't have any previous knowledge of German. The hosts guide you through a series of scenarios in each episode and introduce you to new vocabulary based on the role-plays. Within just a few episodes, you will learn how to talk about your family, order something in a restaurant and discuss evening plans. Each phrase is uttered clearly and repeated several times, along with translations.

Learn German by Podcast provides the podcasts for free but any accompanying lesson guides must be purchased from their website. These guides include episode transcripts and some grammar tips.

2. Coffee Break German

Coffee Break German aims to take you through the basics of German in a casual lesson-like format. It is extremely easy to listen to. Each 20-minute episode acts as a mini-lesson, where German native Thomas teaches Mark the basics.

All phrases are broken down into individual words. After new phrases are introduced the listeners are encouraged to repeat them back to practise pronunciation.

The advantage of listening to this podcast is that the learner, Mark begins at the same level as you. He often asks for clarification of certain phrases, and it can feel as if he is asking the very questions you want answered.

You can also stream the podcast directly from the provider's website, where they sell a supplementary package from the Coffee Break German Academy, which offers additional audio content, video flashcards and comprehensive lesson notes.

3. German Pod 101

German Pod 101 aims to teach you all about the German language, from the basics in conversations and comprehension to the intricacies of German culture. German Pod 101 offers various levels for your German learning and starts with Absolute Beginner.

The hosts are made up of one German native and one American expat living in Germany, in order to provide you with true authentic language, but also explanations about the comparisons and contrasts with English. This podcast will, hopefully, get you speaking German from day one.

Their website offers more information and the option to create an account to access more learning materials.

4. Learn German Vocabulary by Language Addicts

In you want to build your German vocabulary then Language Addicts has the perfect podcast for you. Each short episode of Learn German Vocabulary focusses on a particular area, and key words and phrases surrounding it. Each theme has three levels: familiarise, recognise and memorise.

Lists of the words and phrases from each episode are available on their website, and the option to purchase additional materials is also offered.

Intermediate

5. A Flavour of German

Famous German idiom: Es ist mir alles Wurst! (lit. It's all sausage to me). Photo:DPA

The makers of Coffee Break German bring you another podcast to improve your German skills after you've mastered the basics. A Flavour of German follows a similar pattern to Coffee Break German, with a native German speaker and German learner. This time, however, the focus is on idioms and common phrases, ranging from the weather, to love and anger. Each episode is just eight to ten minutes long so is perfect to enjoy in those spare moments.

6. Slow German by Annik Rubens

This podcast does exactly what it says on the tin. Annik Rubens, a journalist from Munich, has casual conversations entirely in German about different themes. The language is authentic and everything is spoken in a slow and clear voice. Vocabulary lists can be found on the website, along with a catalogue of episodes and streaming services.

A premium package is available with access to bonus materials, including grammar lessons, quizzes and fun facts.

7. Deutsche Welle Warum Nicht

Warum Nicht is a language course that follows the character Andreas, who is a journalism student, working as a doorman at a hotel. You will hear natural, German speech as Andreas interacts with people in his life.

An English-speaking narrator presents the situations and encourages you to understand as much as you can but to try at least to get the gist of what is being said. This podcast has a more formal feel to it and is a great way to train your listening skills.

Deutsche Welle also offers other podcasts for German learning on their website.

8. News in Slow German

This is a fantastic podcast to improve your German listening skills. The content of the show is based on the things really going on in the world today, so you can simultaneously find out more about current affairs and learn German. The speakers are extremely clear and aim to make the podcast enjoyable to listen to. For the first part of each episode the hosts talk about a current big news story, then the second part usually features a topic which is underlying in society.

Additional subscription packages are available on their website.

Advanced

9. Sozusagen!

Bayern 2 present their podcast Sozusagen! for all those who are interested in the German language. The level of this podcast is slightly higher and is aimed at advanced learners. Each episode explores a different linguistic question, from a discussion on German dialects to an analysis of political linguistics in Germany.

10. SBS German

This podcast has the feel of a well-produced radio talk show. In each episode they discuss either a global current event, or a heavily-debated topic within society. Previous episodes have included talks on the World Cup, staying healthy and the taboo subject of death. The hosts speak very naturally and are very easy to listen to.

11. Elementarfragen

Elementarfragen is produced by Viertausendherz and is a German podcasts aimed at Germans. The episodes are in depth and definitely on the long side, lasting from one to two hours each. More serious topics are discussed, from Chernobyl, to psychiatry, to the Red Army. Experts on the issues are invited to present certain facts and give their opinions.

Not the most light-hearted show to listen to, but it will definitely have you speaking more like a native in no time.

N.B. All of these podcasts are available to download for free on iTunes.

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The best podcasts to take your German to the next level

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Beginner 1. Learn German by Podcast This is a great podcast if you don't have any previous knowledge of German. The hosts guide you through a series of scenarios in each episode and introduce you to new vocabulary based on the role-plays.