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Introduction to Dutch 

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Introduction to Dutch
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Overview

Learn to speak, write and understand basic Dutch

Duration

3 hours

Total fee

Free

Mode of learning

Online

Difficulty level

Beginner

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Introduction to Dutch
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Highlights

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  • Pay only for getting a verified certificate
  • Offered by University of Groningen
  • Effort required: 3 hours/week
  • Access to this course for 5 weeks
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Introduction to Dutch
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Course details

Skills you will learn
Who should do this course?
  • This course is aimed at people with no prior knowledge of the Dutch language, who have a strong interest in learning languages. It will give you a taste of language skills that will help you to survive in Dutch-speaking countries.
What are the course deliverables?
  • Apply basic Dutch vocabulary and grammar in a range of everyday situations
  • Produce short written statements in Dutch about every day life
  • Discuss simple concepts, situations and needs in Dutch
More about this course
  • During the course, you will learn Dutch phrases, greetings, vocabulary, numbers, spelling and grammar. Being able to understand the language will make everyday activities, such as shopping or going out to a restaurant, much more enjoyable. By the end of the course, you will be able to recognise familiar words and phrases about yourself and your family. You will be taught to use simple sentences to describe where you live and the people you know.
  • Finally, you will be able to write short texts such as an email or fill in forms with personal details. The main focus will be on receptive skills such as reading and listening.

Introduction to Dutch
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FutureLearn 
Curriculum

Reading and listening to dialogues about work, study, hobbies, eating, drinking, living, weather and the time

Understanding the grammar around the conjugation of verbs, word order,personal pronouns, adjectives, modal verbs and making questions

Writing and speaking assignments including introducing oneself and speaking about eating and living

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