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Starting the Second Round – HearSay Dutch A2
Master the start of Chapter 1 of Tweede Ronde as you navigate formal letters and study expectations. Practice listening and speaking on the go to build confidence for your first class.
Lessons The Acceptance Letter Read the formal introduction letter regarding your enrollment.
Vocabulary geachte (esteemed / dear) de cursist (the student / course participant) geslaagd (passed) de eindtoets (the final test) het secretariaat (the secretariat / administration) Objectives Understand a formal introductory letter Recognize formal greetings Course Enrollment Placements Discover how your previous test scores place you into the new series.
Vocabulary zich opgegeven (signed up) geplaatst (placed) de ronde (the round) de serie (the series) Delftse (of Delft / Delft's) Objectives Understand course enrollment details Talk about course placement Following Up Read the administration's announcements and well wishes.
Vocabulary het vervolg (the continuation) meedelen (to inform / to notify) de groet (the greeting) het succes (the success) de medecursist (the fellow student) Objectives Comprehend announcements in a formal letter Greet fellow students How the Method Works Discuss the methodology and foundational concepts of the course.
Vocabulary de methode (the method) zit in elkaar (is put together) de basis (the basis / foundation) droog (dry) de taal (the language) Objectives Describe the methodology of a language course book Discuss learning concepts Course Book Structure Explore the different parts and chapters of your textbook.
Vocabulary het hoofdstuk (the chapter) de index (the index) in totaal (in total) bevat (contains) het boek (the book) Objectives Describe the structure of a language course book Navigate the textbook index Layout and Print Learn to identify grammatical rules printed in the course materials.
Vocabulary cursief (italic) gedrukt (printed) ernaast (next to it) de grammatica (the grammar) het woordenboek (the dictionary) Objectives Identify formatting in a textbook Discuss grammar basics Meanings and Translations Figure out how expressions are explained and translated.
Vocabulary de betekenis (the meaning) opzoeken (to look up) vertaald (translated) uitgelegd (explained) de uitdrukkingen (the expressions) Objectives Look up vocabulary meanings Understand translated expressions Self-Study Expectations Review the self-study requirements before class starts.
Vocabulary de zelfstudie (the self-study) de voorbereiding (the preparation) voorbereiden (to prepare) grondig (thoroughly) studeren (to study) Objectives Discuss language learning expectations Talk about study habits Making Time for Homework Calculate how much intensive time you need for homework.
Vocabulary intensieve (intensive) minstens (at least) rekent (counts on / expects) circa (approximately) het huiswerk (the homework) Objectives Discuss time management for studying Express minimum requirements Details and Success Understand why learning everything perfectly is crucial for success.
Vocabulary tot in de puntjes (down to the last detail) puntjes (little points / details) wijzen (op) (to point out) al te (too / overly) leren (to learn) Objectives Emphasize thorough preparation Discuss study standards Past Language Experiences Talk with a classmate about what you have learned before.
Vocabulary geleerd (learned) verstaan (to understand / hear clearly) voor het eerst (for the first time) voorkomen (to occur / happen) luisteren (to listen) Objectives Discuss past language learning experiences Talk about understanding spoken language Classmate Introductions Introduce yourself and talk about your listening and speaking skills.
Vocabulary hierin (in this) opgenomen (included / recorded) daaraan (to that) spreken (to speak) schrijven (to write) Objectives Introduce oneself to a classmate Discuss speaking and writing skills Discussing Goals and Interests Chat with a classmate about your professional goals and motivations.
Vocabulary wat voor (what kind of) gaan om (to be about) de economie (the economy) geregeerd (ruled / governed) de docent (the teacher) Objectives Discuss language learning goals Talk about motivations and interests Group Discussion Report back to the larger group about your classmate.
Vocabulary vele (many) besproken (discussed) de mogelijkheden (the possibilities) de discussie (the discussion) presenteren (to present) Objectives Report information gathered from a classmate Engage in a group discussion 