German Teacher Training University of Freiburg

This course is designed specifically for instructors who are teaching German language abroad and aims to expand and update the participants' didactic and methodological skills. It teaches methods of practical lesson planning based on learning theory and neurodidactics.

Thematic focuses include: needs analysis and consideration of learner interests, methods of getting to know each other in class, warm-up exercises, context building, learning strategies, didactics of text production, exercises for authentic use of the target language, possibilities for internal differentiation, classroom management, teacher language – body language, use of media in class, forms of feedback.

These topics are dealt with using practical exercise examples from various textbooks and current teaching materials. The course offers participants a variety of opportunities to take an individual stance on specific questions relating to German lessons and to discuss various methodological and didactic approaches. Participants also develop exercises and lesson sequences themselves and carry out lesson simulations.

In the afternoons you can attend seminars that explore current cultural and social‑science topics such as history, literature, environmental policy, European affairs and interculturality. The programme is complemented by a range of leisure activities: guided tours of the Black Forest, excursions to well‑known neighbouring cities, museum visits, and city walks, which together provide a genuine experience of German‑speaking culture.

All participants receive a graded certificate at the end of the course that records the individual CEFR level achieved and awards up to 4 ECTS credits.

Instructors who teach German abroad and those who are studying to become German teachers

The student dining hall ("Mensa") and the university cafeterias offer a wide range of dishes and snacks at reasonable prices, including vegetarian and vegan dishes.

Our diverse accompanying programme includes activities such as city tours, museum visits as well as hikes and trips in the region.

At the weekend, we also offer exciting day trips to well-known sights, both near and distant. You can visit famous cities such as Heidelberg or Strasbourg and cultural regions such as the Black Forest and Alsace. These excursions are available at an extra charge.