Beginner’s Course in Swedish for Exchange Students, level A2

Aim

On completion of the course, the student should have command of the Swedish language equal to level A2, according to CEFR (The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). On completion of the course, the student should be able to: •understand sentences and common expressions relating to immediate needs (such as very basic information about the individual student and his/her family, shopping, local geography, occupation) •communicate in simple and common situations, which require a simple and concrete exchange of information •in simple terms describe aspects of the student’s own background, his/her closest surroundings and the circumstances in areas related to his/her immediate needs.

Content

Text Study of texts that are adapted to the course level and that are used as a basis for reading and listening comprehension exercises, for systematic vocabulary training and as a basis for oral and written tasks. Oral Comprehension Exercises in listening comprehension, pronunciation and oral communication Grammar and Written Proficiency Study of basic Swedish grammar, with a focus on syntax. Exercises in the writing of texts.