Teaching German

Deutsch als Fremdsprache

Designed exclusively for current and aspiring teachers of German as a Foreign Language (Deutsch als Fremdsprache - DaF), this Erasmus+ professional development course bridges the gap between traditional grammar-translation methods and modern, communicative, and technology-driven instruction.

Participants will refresh their advanced language skills, explore contemporary cultural trends across the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), and master practical strategies to increase student engagement, motivation, and fluency.

Who Should Attend?

Current German language teachers in primary, secondary, or adult education settings.

Language educators transitioning to teaching German.

Recent graduates of DaF or German linguistics programs looking for practical classroom applications.

Prerequisite: Minimum B2 proficiency in German.

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Design Communicative Lessons: Shift from teacher-centred grammar lectures to student-centered, task-based learning environments.

Integrate Digital Tools & AI: Effectively use modern ed-tech, interactive platforms, and AI tools to streamline grading, generate authentic materials, and create immersive digital experiences.

Leverage Authentic Media: Source and adapt contemporary German music, podcasts, short films, and news media to build cultural competence alongside linguistic skill.

Implement Differentiated Instruction: Tailor your teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning speeds, neurodivergent students, and mixed-ability classrooms.

Core Modules

Module 1: The Modern Communicative Approach

Moving beyond the textbook: Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT).

Strategies for maximizing target-language usage.

Teaching grammar implicitly vs. explicitly.

Module 2: Tech & AI in the Language Classroom

Using AI to generate differentiated reading texts and tailored exercises.

Interactive platforms for gamified learning (e.g., Blooket, Quizlet, interactive video tools). Digital portfolios and collaborative writing spaces.

Module 3: Contemporary DACH Culture

Moving beyond stereotypes: Teaching the modern, multicultural reality of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Using current DACH pop culture, youth slang (Jugendsprache), and current events to drive engagement.

Evaluating and adapting real-world media for A1–B2 learners.

Module 4: Assessment and Constructive Feedback

Formative vs. summative assessment in the DaF classroom.

Error correction strategies that build confidence rather than anxiety.

Course Format: 5days/25 hours

Language of Instruction: German

Certification: Participants will receive an Erasmus+ Certificate of Professional Development outlining the core competencies achieved.