Here's a 2-3 week structured preparatory course to help you prepare for the TELC B1 exam.

This course is designed to focus on all four sections of the exam: Listening, Reading, Writing,
and Speaking, with a strong emphasis on active practice and exam-style tasks.

Week 1: Foundation and Skill Building

Goal: Establish a strong foundation in the core skills needed for the TELC B1 exam. Focus on
understanding the format, familiarizing yourself with key grammar, and starting basic practice.

Day 1-2: Listening and Reading Comprehension

 Listening:
o Listen to simple German podcasts (20-30 minutes) or radio news from sources
like Deutsche Welle’s "Langsam gesprochene Nachrichten."
o After listening, complete comprehension exercises: multiple choice, true/false, or
short answer questions.
o Focus on identifying key information (names, dates, locations).
o Homework: Write a summary of the podcast or radio news you listened to.
 Reading:
o Read one article (200-300 words) from a German news website or blog.
o Focus on skimming for general meaning and then scanning for details.
o Answer comprehension questions based on the text (Who, What, Where, When,
Why).
o Homework: Write down 10 new vocabulary words and use them in sentences.

Day 3-4: Writing Practice and Grammar Focus

 Writing:
o Task 1: Write a short email in response to a situation (e.g., a letter of complaint,
request for information).
o Task 2: Write a short essay (150 words) expressing your opinion on a common
topic (e.g., social media’s impact on society).
o Focus on structure: introduction, body, and conclusion.
 Grammar Focus:
o Review basic sentence structure and word order (subject, verb, object).
o Focus on present tense, past tense (Perfekt), and future tense constructions.
o Practice using common prepositions (e.g., für, mit, auf).
o Homework: Complete grammar exercises from a workbook or online (e.g.,
"Menschen B1" or "Schritte International").
Day 5-6: Speaking and Vocabulary

 Speaking:
o Task 1: Practice introducing yourself (name, age, job, hobbies).
o Task 2: Engage in a short conversation with a partner or tutor about your daily
routine or favorite activities.
o Use prompts like "Describe your day yesterday" or "What did you do over the
weekend?"
o Homework: Record yourself speaking about your routine for 2-3 minutes and
listen for pronunciation mistakes.
 Vocabulary:
o Learn vocabulary related to personal life, work, hobbies, and common daily
activities.
o Use flashcards (apps like Anki or Memrise) to reinforce 20-30 new words daily.
o Homework: Write 10 sentences using new vocabulary.

Day 7: Review and Mock Exam (Listening & Reading)

 Listening Practice:
o Take a mock listening exam (find a TELC B1 listening practice test online or use
apps).
o Focus on different types of listening exercises: multiple choice, true/false,
matching.
 Reading Practice:
o Take a mock reading exam (use TELC B1 practice material).
o Focus on reading comprehension questions that test for detailed understanding.

Week 2: Intermediate Practice and Skill Refinement

Goal: Build on the foundation, refine your skills in all sections, and simulate exam conditions.

Day 8-9: Listening and Speaking

 Listening:
o Listen to a longer podcast or interview (30 minutes).
o Answer detailed questions (e.g., summarize the main points, identify key facts).
o Homework: Watch a German TV show or movie (with or without subtitles) and
answer comprehension questions.
  Speaking:
o Task 1: Practice speaking with a partner about a picture or image (e.g., describe a
city scene, vacation photo).
o Task 2: Discuss a topic like "How would you spend your ideal holiday?" or "What
is your opinion on online learning?"
o Focus on fluency, speaking for 1-2 minutes without interruptions.
o Homework: Record your responses and analyze them.

Day 10-11: Writing and Grammar

 Writing:
o Task 1: Write a formal letter (e.g., apply for a job or inquire about something).
o Task 2: Write a 200-word opinion essay on a contemporary issue (e.g.,
environmental sustainability, the role of technology in education).
o Homework: Edit your writing, focusing on clarity and structure.
 Grammar:
o Review past tense (Präteritum vs. Perfekt) and modal verbs.
o Practice sentence transformation exercises (e.g., changing active to passive, using
indirect speech).
o Homework: Complete grammar exercises.

Day 12-13: Reading and Vocabulary Expansion

 Reading:
o Read longer articles (300-500 words) on diverse topics (news, blogs, etc.).
o Focus on reading for details and also understanding underlying opinions or
arguments.
o Homework: Summarize the article in German, focusing on the main argument.
 Vocabulary:
o Focus on advanced everyday vocabulary (e.g., travel, work, health).
o Homework: Create 5 sentences using complex vocabulary (e.g., relative clauses,
prepositions).

Day 14: Review and Mock Exam (Writing & Speaking)

 Writing Practice:
o Complete a timed mock writing exam (1 email, 1 short essay).
o Review your answers for grammar and content coherence.
 Speaking Practice:
 o Take a mock speaking exam (find a partner or tutor to simulate the exam
conditions).
o Focus on speaking fluently and using a variety of sentence structures.

Week 3: Advanced Practice and Exam Simulation

Goal: Simulate full exam conditions, refine weaknesses, and enhance confidence.

Day 15-16: Intensive Listening and Reading

 Listening:
o Listen to authentic audio materials (news reports, TV shows, podcasts).
o Complete a mock listening test, focusing on both general understanding and
details.
o Homework: Discuss what you listened to with a partner or tutor.
 Reading:
o Practice longer reading texts and answering comprehension questions under timed
conditions.
o Focus on both speed and accuracy.
o Homework: Write a brief summary of each article you read.

Day 17-18: Writing and Grammar Review

 Writing:
o Write an email and a short essay based on the typical exam themes.
o Focus on coherence, vocabulary, and sentence variety.
o Homework: Revise and improve your texts.
 Grammar:
o Focus on complex grammatical structures (e.g., subordinate clauses, relative
clauses).
o Review weak areas and do targeted grammar exercises.
o Homework: Complete advanced grammar exercises.

Day 19-20: Final Mock Exam and Speaking

 Mock Exam:
o Take a full-length mock exam, including listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
o Use past TELC B1 exam papers if available, or simulate exam conditions.
 o Analyze mistakes and work on weak areas.
 Speaking:
o Practice the speaking exam with a partner or tutor.
o Focus on fluency, task completion, and handling exam stress.
o Homework: Record a 5-minute speech about a common topic.

Day 21: Final Review and Exam Preparation

 Review:
o Go over your mock exam results, identifying areas for improvement.
o Focus on your weak areas (e.g., specific vocabulary, grammatical issues, fluency
in speaking).
o Homework: Rest and relax, ensuring you’re mentally prepared for the exam.

By following this 2-3 week structured course, you should feel confident and prepared for your
TELC B1 exam. Make sure to stay consistent with your practice, track your progress, and don’t
hesitate to ask for feedback from a tutor or language partner. Good luck with your preparation!