Deutsch Downunder is a two-level 'German for beginners' educational package.
The Deutsch Downunder 2 Complete Student Pack contains:

* 1 copy of Deutsch Downunder 2
* 1 copy of Deutsch Downunder 2 Activity Book
* 1 copy of Deutsch Downunder 2 Student CD

The Student Book contains:

* Communicative methodology – an emphasis on communication of meaning in realistic settings, using a variety of authentic text types and dialogues as stimulus material.
* Understanding of language structures – clear explanations of German grammar in each chapter, with exercises derived from the stimulus material; detailed Grammar Summary at the end of the Course Book for easy reference.
* Natural acquisition order of German language structures – based on current research, including the author's own findings for his Master of Education.
* Monitoring of progress – Wiederholung (revision exercises) in the middle and at the end of each chapter, with answers provided in the Course Book for self-correction.
* Reflection on learning strategies – Lerntipp helpful hints for students throughout the Course Book for learning vocabulary and structures, encouraging independent learning.
* Understanding of German-speaking cultures through Australian eyes – the dies und das feature in each chapter presents cultural material in an engaging way; strong emphasis throughout on the variety of German-speaking cultures.
* Balanced use of German and English – all instructions to students are in German; more complex grammar explanations are in English.
* Balance of language skills – listening, speaking, reading and writing are developed equally.
* Full glossary – a complete bilingual word list as part of the Course Book.
* Catering for different styles of learners – in line with current educational practice, activities which will cater for different learning styles; extension activities – to cater for the more able students and/or those who wish to move beyond the Course Book material.
* Motivation of learners – engaging story-lines, with a depiction of contemporary Germanspeaking countries; themes suitable for both boys and girls; ganz witzig (really funny) features throughout, with authentic jokes and comics.
* Use of new German spelling throughout.