This course will help learners to express themselves adequately in familiar, everyday situations and to read and comprehend simple texts. The course is offered by Goethe Zentrum. Can understand and use common expressions relating to areas of immediate importance (e.g. personal and family information, shopping, work, local surroundings). Can communicate in routine situations involving a simple and direct exchange of information about familiar topics. Can offer a simple description of their own background and education, the immediate environment and matters relating to current needs.