Teaching German

The Goethe-Institut is the world's leading provider of professional development for German teachers – in Sri Lanka, in Germany or via distance learning.

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 Marc Bibas © Goethe-Institut

Our offer

  • Professional development

    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.

    Fortbildung © Géza G Schenk © Géza G Schenk

  • Deutsch lehren lernen®

    Deutsch Lehren Lernen (DLL) is the professional development series for international qualification in German as a foreign language as well as German as a second language.

    DLL 1-17 © Goethe-Institut © Goethe-Institut

Head Teacher Conference in Colombo, Sri Lanka, 19 – 22 September 2025

The Head Teacher Conference South Asia 2025 brought together academic leaders, language experts, and decision-makers from Nepal, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and India, and explored the evolving role of education in preparing students for the global workforce.

SLK2025 © Goethe-Institut © Goethe-Institut