Philippinische Deutschlehrer*innen Tagung
The Philippine German Language Teachers‘ Conference (DLT) is an annual gathering of German language teachers in the Philippines. It provides information about the latest trends and tricks in German lessons and serves to promote exchange and network building.
Are you a German Language Teacher in the Philippines?
The Philippine German Language Teachers Conference 2026 brought together Filipino educators from schools, universities, colleges, language schools, the Goethe-Institut, and other institutions on May 22 to 23, 2026. This year’s theme, “Strong together with German,” emphasized how the language connects and empowers. Through collaborative teaching, learning, and exchange in German, the conference fostered mutual understanding, participation, cultural identity, and both professional and personal growth. German was highlighted not only as a subject, but also as a key to community, education, and cohesion.
Attendees had the opportunity to expand their expertise, discover new teaching methodologies, and network with fellow educators through a series of engaging workshops. The conference featured a blend of proven and innovative topics, including multimedia integration, classroom communication techniques, and digital learning resources.
Publishing partners such as Cornelsen, Ernst Klett Sprachen, and Hueber showcased their latest teaching materials in an exhibition. A highlight of the event was the networking dinner held on Friday evening.
The Philippine German Language Teachers’ Conference served as a valuable forum for networking and learning and contributed to the further development of German language teaching in the Philippines. It underscored the participants’ shared commitment to enhancing German language instruction, promoting cultural exchange, and strengthening linguistic competence in the region. Through a diverse range of workshops, teachers gained insights into various subject areas, found inspiration, and exchanged ideas with peers from different schools and institutions.
About the Conference
Gallery
German language educators from across the Philippines coming together under this year’s theme: Strong together with German. | © Goethe-Institut Philippinen
Participants engage in the opening workshop during the Philippine German Language Teachers’ Conference (DLT) 2026. | © Goethe-Institut Philippinen
DLT 2026 speaker Lyza Rendon with participants following her workshop session | © Goethe-Institut Philippinen
Participants take part in an interactive workshop session during the Philippine German Language Teachers’ Conference (DLT) 2026. | © Goethe-Institut Philippinen
Participants exchange ideas and connect during the opening workshop of the Philippine German Language Teachers’ Conference (DLT) 2026. | © Goethe-Institut Philippinen
Enes Karic engages in discussion with participants during his workshop at the Philippine German Language Teachers’ Conference (DLT) 2026. | © Goethe-Institut Philippinen
Participants pose for a group photo after joining a library tour at the Goethe-Institut library during the Philippine German Language Teachers’ Conference (DLT) 2026. | © Goethe-Institut Philippinen
Three participants take part in a workshop activity during the Philippine German Language Teachers’ Conference (DLT) 2026. | © Goethe-Institut Philippinen
Workshop speakers gather for a group photo during the closing ceremony of the Philippine German Language Teachers’ Conference (DLT) 2026. | © Goethe-Institut Philippinen
Contact
Barbara Pauli
Manager for Educational Cooperation
Fax: +63 2 8817 0979
Barbara.Pauli@goethe.de
Organizers
The Philippine German Language Teachers’ Conference (DLT) is organized by the Goethe-Institut Philippinen as the lead organizer, with the support of the German European School Manila and the German Section of the Department of European Languages at the University of the Philippines Diliman. The DLT is held under the patronage of the German Embassy in Manila.
