Dutch Course

The origin of the Dutch language has been set by linguists around the year 700 AD. In search for the oldest phase of the Dutch Language, very few surviving texts are available. The Middle Dutch period is followed by two centuries filled with important historical developments in the Dutch Language. The development of a standard language in the 17th and 18th centuries does not, of course, mean that the dialects all disappeared. Even today there are many regional differences in the Dutch language area.

Dutch is a West Germanic language spoken worldwide by around 20 million people. The variety of Dutch spoken in Belgium is also informally called Flemish. Dutch is spoken in the Netherlands, the northern half of Belgium (Flanders), Belgium's capital Brussels, the northernmost part of France, the Netherlands Antilles, Aruba, Suriname and amongst certain groups in Indonesia. The last two are former Dutch colonies.

World Language Lab is one of the highly-equipped foreign language academy in India providing a perfect combination of an overall knowledge of the Dutch language. Classes are as per the student’s requirements and move from the basic to an advanced level. One can also do diplomas, degree courses, travelers' courses and crash courses, and have group and individual classes..

Level I - Basic Course eligibility : For Beginners.
Course structure :

This covers basic fundamental vocabulary, structure of Dutch, and the sound
system, understanding, speaking, reading and writing in Dutch. Audio & Video
are used to enhance practice. The culture of the Dutch -speaking people
is taught. It also covers questions and answers on comprehension of simple
texts, simple descriptions from day-to- day life situations, stimulated dialogues
and role-playing.

On course completion the student will be:

Comprehend the spoken language from vocabulary used in text.
Read and understand the language at a specific level.
Recognize correct sound patterns.
Write exercises manipulating grammatical items studied.
Know cultural elements of the Dutch societies.
Carry on a conversation within the framework of the vocabulary studied.

Duration: Two and a half months.

Level II - Intermediate

Course eligibility: For those familiar with the basic level of Dutch language.
Course structure:

This course covers the intermediate level of grammar, conversation, discussion, essays writing , culture, civilization and business. Dutch language is used extensively in class during discussions and role- playing. This helps students to improve their fluency and speak correctly.

On course completion one will be confident to:

Use and understand Dutch in the text.
Write using an expanded vocabulary.
Read with improved ability.
Demonstrate a developing empathy for the Dutch culture.
Form questions and answers based on familiar material.
Carry on an extended conversation using vocabulary studied.
Ø Engage in special projects: workbook and library research.

Duration: Two and half months

Level III - Advanced

Course eligibility: For those who want to specialize in the language.
Course structure:

This course covers written comprehension, oral communication and expressions, writing besides the advanced level of grammar, conversation, discussion, writing essays, culture, civilization and business. Dutch language is used extensively in class during discussions and role- playing. Students improve their fluency and speak correctly. Continued practice in the basic skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing and opportunities to expand individual interests in reading and cultural items are given Short stories, plays, essays, are brought to knowledge using varied vocabulary. Dutch is used extensively in class during discussions and role -playing.

On course completion the student will be guaranteed to:

Use and understand the language and the vocabulary text.
Speak, read and write with improved ability using a wide vocabulary.
Understand and be understood by a native speaker.
Translate from English to Dutch while demonstrating grammatical skills.
Acquire a greater understanding of the Dutch culture.
Formulate questions and answers based on material read or discussed.
Special Projects: Work book, library research, project work.

Duration: Two and half months.

After completing each level and attending the test, the students get a certificate from World Language Lab.

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