German

Assessment

Topical issues include: the changing nature of families, the digital world, immigration/integration, racism and the political life of young people. Cultural themes include: festivals, traditions, art, architecture, music, fashion and cinema. In addition to their classes, students will also benefit from weekly sessions with a native speaker to focus solely on their speaking skills and develop confidence to converse fluently and spontaneously in their language of study. Students study literary texts & films such as: La Haine, Kiffe Kiffe Demain, Das Leben der Anderen, Der Vorleser, La casa de Bernarda Alba. Research project: Similar to EPQ, students will research a cultural aspect which interests them and present/discuss this as part of the speaking exam. Core skills: Throughout both years of study there will be an emphasis on the core skills of grammar and translation, fluency, listening and reading comprehension, and producing high-quality written/spoken language. • Reading/Listening/Translation, 2.5 hours: 100 marks (50%) • Writing, 2 hours: 80 marks (20%) • Speaking, 21–23 minutes: 60 marks (30%)