Methodological concepts

How is German as a foreign language taught? How does it differ depending on target group and level of instruction?

Comparison of CEFR and ACTFL Scales
Teaching with Digital Media
German News for Learners of German
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Comparison of CEFR and ACTFL Scales

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What is the Common European Framework for Languages (CEFR) and how does it compare to the ACTFL Proficiency Scale?

Teaching with Digital Media

Digital competency

Which digital competencies are required of instructors of foreign languages (particulary German) today and how can you acquire them?

German News for Learners of German

Here are some resources for German news in simple/slow language:

Tagesschau in Einfacher Sprache (ARD/Tagesschau)
Langsam Gesprochene Nachrichten (Deutsche Welle)
Nachrichten leicht (Deutschlandfunk)

Newsletter for teachers of German

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