Teaching German

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

Offers in the USA

Professional Development for German Educators

Interested in state-of-the art professional development opportunities on German instruction? Self-paced, in-person and/or online?

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Materials for German Instruction and Study

Here you will find a selection of free educational programs and materials that you can incorporate into your daily lessons or recommend to your learners.

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Our Commitment to German

What is the Goethe-Institut and how does it promote German in the USA? Get to know our work and our national programs.

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Locations and Contact Information

Find out where we are located and how to reach us.

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Deutschstunde is the central portal of the Goethe-Institut for teachers of German. It offers teaching materials for German as a foreign language, training offers, and a magazine on the topic of language.

Newsletter for Teachers of German

To receive regular updates on Goethe-Institut’s new projects, materials, and professional development events for teachers of German subscribe to our monthly newsletter.

German for work or studies

Teaching and learning material from the areas of business, tourism, technology, and social and medical occupations.

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