Schools in Germany
Information about the German school system, school exchange tips and teaching material for teachers and pupils.
This is how the German school system works
Do schools charge fees? Why is school compulsory? We explain the peculiarities of the German school system.
Information about school and education
Anyone who wants to find out more about the German school system and educational policy will find all the information they need at these portals.
Information for teachers
Teachers will find new teaching material and interesting ideas to liven up their lessons.
Tools that every teacher should know
Digital toolbox: we present the best apps, podcasts and tools for the classroom – not only for teachers of German.
Finding the right school in Germany
Are all schools in Germany free of charge? Are there any international schools? You can find information, links and a checklist here.
Topic of the week: school
Controversial issues at schools in Germany
The pros and cons of handwriting, marks and homework – issues that pupils, teachers and parents get het up about.
Topic of the week: school
Learning for tomorrow’s world
Children and young people will need all kinds of skills in a rapidly changing world. We present five innovative learning concepts.
Topic of the week: school
Tips for a school exchange with Germany
Organising international school exchanges: information and contact details of schools can be found here. A teacher gives some useful tips.
Voting
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Making pupils enthusiastic about their lessons
Stefanie Ritouet describes her everyday life as a teacher in Germany and clears up a misconception.
Livening up your German teaching
Do you teach German as a foreign language? Here you will find some materials and inspiration for your lessons.
Internet heroe
Mirko Drotschmann is Mr Wissen2Go. He can successfully turn any supposedly dry historical topic into a Youtube hit.
Maths? But that’s easy-peasy!
Two students have won the 2017 Web Video Award for their tutoring platform “TheSimpleClub”. We explain their recipe for success.
German schools abroad
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German schools abroad
The “Schools: Partners for the Future” (PASCH) initiative is kindling enthusiasm for German language and culture, and has networked 600,000 school students the world over.
Happiness as a school subject
Maths, German – and happiness. This school subject really does exist. What schoolchildren learn for life from it.
Pocket money in the classroom
Do young people know enough about money? Three opinions on a school subject that is important for understanding the world.
Innovative schools
Tablets instead of blackboards: modern schools see innovative educational concepts as the way forward. Four examples.
