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Professional development scholarships in Germany

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Explore Exciting Professional Development Opportunities for German Teachers in 2024!

Are you a passionate teacher of German in New Zealand looking to enhance your skills and broaden your horizons? The Goethe-Institut offers four incredible professional development programs in Germany for teachers like you in 2024. Don't miss this chance to immerse yourself in the rich culture and language of Germany while advancing your teaching career. Meet colleagues from all over the world and exchange experiences and discover new impulses for your German teaching together.

Accompanying Teacher for the International German Olympics (IDO)

  • Dates: July 15-22, 2024
  • Location: Göttingen, Germany
  • Deadline to Express Interest: February 19, 2024
  • Details: Accompany students to the IDO and attend the teachers' PD seminar.
  • What's Included: Flights, accommodation, meals, and seminar fees.
  • Express your interest to Yona Brand (yona.brand@goethe.de).

PASCH School Teacher Opportunity

  • Dates: This program will typically run between May and July 2024
  • Location: Germany
  • Deadline to Express Interest: February 19, 2024
  • Details: Teachers from Lynfield College, Pakuranga College, Heretaunga College, Burnside High School, Ashburton College, John McGlashan College, Columba College are invited to accompany students to the PASCH Jugendkurs. Teachers will attend a language course for the duration of the PASCH Jugendkurs.
  • What's Included: Flights, accommodation, and course fees.
  • Express your interest to Yona Brand (yona.brand@goethe.de).
  • Note: We may consider teachers from non-PASCH schools for this program. All teachers are welcome to express their interest.

Closed: Scholarships for Professional Development Seminars in Germany

  • Dates: Various dates in 2024
  • Location: Germany
  • Applications are closed. The seminar catalog for 2025 will be published at an early stage.
  • Details: Join our immersive PD seminars in Germany designed by our headquarters. Enhance your teaching methods, connect with fellow educators, and experience the beauty of Germany. We have limited spots, so apply early!
  • What's Included: Seminar fees, accommodation costs, and a travel allowance of 1600EUR return in 2024. Teachers book their own transport to the seminar location.
  • You can find the seminar catalogue for 2023 here

Closed: Goethe-Institut Language Course Scholarship

  • Dates: Vary by location and time in 2024
  • Location: Germany
  • Applications closed. The application deadline for 2025 will be published at an early stage.
  • Details: Win a scholarship to attend a Goethe-Institut language course in Germany. Immerse yourself in language and culture.
  • What's Included: Course fees, accommodation costs, and a travel allowance of 1600EUR return in 2024. Teachers book their own transport to the course location.
  • To apply, fill in the following document and send it to Yona Brand (yona.brand@goethe.de)
 

Seize the opportunity to elevate your teaching skills and immerse yourself in the world of German language and culture. Apply for these exciting PD programs today, and take your teaching career to new heights. For more information, contact Yona Brand atyona.brand@goethe.de.

Vicki Cotton ©Vicki Cotton

I spent 2 weeks in Dresden with 22 other German teachers from 19 countries around the world, as we refreshed the methodology and pedagogy we use in our classrooms to teach German as a second language. Phonetics, memes, photos, mini research projects, using music and songs to reinforce grammar - we spent our time trying out the activities we can use in the classroom and were reminded that often the simple ideas are best!

Vicki Cotton - Sacred Heart Girls’ College, Hamilton

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