Intensive Beginner´s course in Swedish for Exchange Students - intermediate course

Aim

After completed the course the students should be able to- have basic knowledge of Swedish and basic language skills with the emphasis on oral Swedish, as well as being acquainted with Swedish society,- show knowledge of important basic grammar as well as a working vocabulary appropriate at beginner’s level.

Content

Pronunciation, Oral Exercises and Aural ComprehensionThe course comprises tasks and exercises with the emphasis on being able to ask questions, and introduce, sustain and finish off a conversation.The following elements are to be covered:- the Swedish vowel and consonant system- prosody- aural comprehension- oral exercises in the form of presentations, dialogues, discussions, etc.Reading TextsIntensive training of reading skills based on short texts connected with Swedish society and cultural life.Grammar and Training in Written SwedishThe course deals with basic grammatical concepts and terms. Students study Swedish morphology and syntax and do short written assignments and exercises.