After the registration is closed, we will try to find a matching tandem partner for you. If this is successful, you can start the program at the beginning of the semester.
Core Components for all Participants
At the beginning of the semester, we will offer an information session, where you will meet your tandem partner and the other participants. You will also need to take part in a one-time introductory session at the University Language Center (ZFA) where you will learn more about the main principles of tandem language learning and how to use the Tandem portfolio and further resources.
Throughout the semester, you will meet with your tandem partner on a regular basis (ideally once per week) for individual tandem sessions (at least 13 sessions of about 90 minutes each) which you are required to plan and organize by yourself. In the accompanying moodle course, we give you access to additional material for successful tandem language learning. During the whole time, you need to keep record of your sessions in your Tandem portfolio.
Around the middle of the semester there will be a reflection session where all participants get together in order to reflect on their progress in the tandem and their personal learning experience so far.
Further components and requirements depend on whether you intend to obtain a confirmation of participation or credit points. Which components are mandatory for each case is outlined in the following sections and, in detail, in the module description (CP-option) and syllabus (certificate option) respectively.
In addition to participation in the above mentioned mandatory sessions, you can optionally register for an individual tandem coaching in which you define your individual learning objectives and plan your tandem – the best time for the coaching is after two or three meetings with your tandem partner. Equally optional is a final coaching at the end of the semester.
At the end of the semester, you will submit a final report in which you reflect on the tandem and assess your individual learning outcomes based on guiding questions. (Please refer to the Tandem-Portfolio on Moodle for details.)
The detailed schedule of the certificate option is available in the section Registration and Downloads.
Notes on Confirmation of Participation (Tandem.MINT Certificate)
In addition to participation in the above mentioned mandatory session you will use the Tandem Portfolio throughout the semester, to document and reflect on your tandem language learning. The completed portfolio must be submitted at the end of the semester. The portfolio work includes defining the objectives of the tandem partnership, regular documentation and evaluation of the tandem sessions (of at least 5 representative sessions for 3 CP, all sessions for 5 CP), and an annotated compilation of samples from the tandem partnership (e.g. texts, notes, vocabulary development, online research, project work). You will receive your copy of the Tandem Portfolio in the introductory session, along with further explanations. For 5 CP you also need to hand in three audio or video reports on you tandem objectives, your experience at the language café or the writing center, and an elaboration on a learning activity related to the foreign language.
The detailed module description for the CP option is available in the section Registration and Downloads.
Notes on Credit Points
Julia Salzinger
IC 03/525
Tel.: +49 (0)234 / 32-26971
tandem-mint@rub.de
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