Independent

Are you already a bit more advanced in German and do you want to improve? Then we have some good exercises to help you learn more. In levels B1 to B2, you will practice how to talk about more complex subjects and communicate more elaborately. We have prepared lots of online exercises for you that are free of charge, from quizzes and videos to apps and games – take a look and push your German to the next level!

B graphic basic language skills © Goethe-Institut

Exercises: A new country, a new job

German at work

Practise German for your job – free of charge! These exercises for skill levels A1 to B2 will show you what it’s like to work in Germany through interviews, films, and more. You’ll gain not only language skills, but also the answers to important cultural questions – for example: how many days of paid leave do people in Germany get?

German at work Photo: © Syda Productions, shutterstock.com Photo: © Syda Productions, shutterstock.com

YouTube

Learn German with Ida

Hi! I'm Ida, your German teacher on YouTube. I will help you learn grammar and new words, as well as  give you tips on living in Germany. My videos are easiest to understand if you can already speak some German (best suited to levels A2 to B1) and are completely free.

Ida aus 24h Deutsch mit einem Mikrofon in der Hand Photo: © Goethe-Institut Photo: © Goethe-Institut

Platform for children

DIGITAL CHILDREN'S UNIVERSITY

How can autonomous cars drive themselves? Why does a shell make sounds if I hold it to my ear? Why do I need to sleep? The world is full of questions. And we have the answers – clearly explained and free of charge. Professor Einstein and Sophie Schlau look forward to meeting you!

Children's University Photo: © Goethe-Institut Photo: © Goethe-Institut

Platform for teenagers

DIGITAL JUNIOR UNIVERSITY

What does it look like in space? Where does electricity come from? And how does a robot function? As a student at our digital junior university, you will learn the answers to these and other questions, and improve your German at the same time, free of charge. Junior university is ideally suited to levels A1/A2 and A2/B1. 

Junior University Photo: © Goethe-Institut Photo: © Goethe-Institut

Social media

Learn German on TikTok and Instagram

Welcome to our community! Alex from Berlin and guests from all over the world are waiting for you on our TikTok and Instagram channels. Learn all about the German language, gain an insight into everyday life in Germany and other countries. And share your experiences with others.

Alexander smiling at you Foto: Goethe-Institut Foto: Goethe-Institut

Online game

Undercover Mission in the Hospital

This online game is a fun way to learn about what it is like to work in a hospital – auf Deutsch! As an undercover nurse, your mission is to find out who has stolen the valuable jewels! While on the case, you’ll learn invaluable vocabulary for the medical profession.

Undercover mission in the hospital Grafik: Goethe-Institut Grafik: Goethe-Institut

Podcast "kurz & bündig"

About politics, business and society

This podcast focuses on topics from politics, business and society in Germany and around the world. For example, how European is Germany? What is the the state of trading relations with China? The listening texts are in German and suitable for levels B2/C1.

kurz & bündig Podcast Photo: © Goethe-Institut, Europanetzwerk Deutsch Photo: © Goethe-Institut, Europanetzwerk Deutsch

Social media

Learn German on Facebook

Would you like to meet people from all over the world who are also learning German? Visit our Facebook page! In our Facebook community, you will get to know one another, learn about our classes, gain insight into daily life in Germany, and be able to practice your German language skills, free of charge. 

Facebook Photo: © Goethe-Institut, Sonja Tobias Photo: © Goethe-Institut, Sonja Tobias

Podcast "Superfrauen"

About feminism, culture and society

This podcast focuses on stories about women from all over the world. However different they may be, they all have one thing in common: they are role models. The paths they have taken through life are fascinating, smart and brave. The listening texts are in German and suitable for levels B2/C1. 

Super Frauen Podcast Image: © Goethe-Institut Image: © Goethe-Institut

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