This exercise book is aimed at learners of all levels and is also suitable for preparing for the German Language Diploma. With approximately 90 dictations of varying difficulty for elementary, intermediate, and advanced levels, it practices language skills and listening comprehension. In addition to the dictations, there are cultural insights as well as in-depth grammar and vocabulary exercises. A large portion of the dictations is available in audio format on two CDs. This provides self-learners the opportunity to practice and learn with dictations outside of class. Authentic dictation texts spoken by native speakers enrich German lessons, especially in foreign institutions.