Introduction to Dutch

FutureLearn Introduction to Dutch

Platform
FutureLearn
Provider
University of Groningen
Effort
3 hours/week
Length
3 weeks
Language
English
Credentials
Paid Certificate Available
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Overview
Start learning Dutch today
Are you planning to visit, or work or study in the Netherlands? This online Dutch course is perfect if you have little or no prior knowledge of Dutch but would like to learn the basics to help you understand life in the Low Countries.

Over three weeks you will learn Dutch from experts at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands. You’ll learn how to introduce yourself and talk and write about family, friends, work, study and daily live. Your basic Dutch language skills should make living or visiting the Netherlands even more enjoyable.

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. The main focus will be on receptive skills like reading and listening. It will be taught in English.

What topics will you cover?
  • 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
  • Introduction to Dutch culture

Taught by
Birgit, Jeroen and Margriet
Author
FutureLearn
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