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Teaching German

We promote German worldwide

We support German as a foreign language in Ireland. For German teachers, we offer professional development opportunities, teaching materials, and educational programs – all designed to support a varied and inspiring German classroom.

Advice and service

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Ideas and Inspiration for Teaching and Professional Development

  • Professional Development for German Teachers

    Whether it's a question of regional studies, methodology and didactics, or expanding language skills, the Goethe-Institut offers German teachers worldwide extensive opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

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  • Programmes for school classes

    We support schools with engaging and diverse projects that motivate students to learn German. Our practical resources and materials are designed to enrich the classroom experience. Upon request, we also offer assistance with German language teaching for school groups.

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Inspiration for Your Teaching

  • Magazin Sprache

    In the Magazin Sprache, you’ll find current articles on learning and teaching German as a foreign language: practical tips as well as specialist articles for teacher trainers and educators. The content is complemented by dossiers on current focus topics.

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  • Deutschstunde

    Deutschstunde is the portal for teaching materials of German as a foreign language, advanced training and magazine language. Contact with other teachers via local communities is just a few clicks away.

    Deutschstunde – The portal for DaF teachers Marc Bibas © Goethe-Institut Deutschstunde – The portal for DaF teachers