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Susan Beardmore
German Language Teacher, German Studies, Faculty of Arts
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Biography
1980s teaching at University of Oxford: literature, grammar and translation classes.
Tutor in German at Hertford College, Oxford 1990-92.
University of Leicester German Department 1989-97
University of Warwick German Studies 1994-
Numerous fractional / temporary posts and cover for sabbatical or maternity / paternity leave, throughout this period.
Expertise Summary
Assessment design and module planning.
Teaching Summary
Translation skills from and into German, especially for Translation and Linguistic Exchange module developed to encourage strategic approach to translation for native speakers of both languages.… read more
Translation skills from and into German, especially for Translation and Linguistic Exchange module developed to encourage strategic approach to translation for native speakers of both languages. Literary Translation in years 2 and 4, final year includes evaluation and editing of machine translations.
Grammar learning trajectory from Year 1 to Final Year, including support during Year Abroad - convenor of Year 2 core module grammar which focuses on applying principles and grammar in context. E-learning materials on Moodle platform.
20th century prose, especially commentary and close reading skills.
Also Teaching Fellow at University of Warwick.