The August 2020 Goethe-Institut newsletter has arrived, with lots to offer NSW German teachers.

Kurz und bündig workshops
These compact and convenient online professional learning units are aimed at teachers of German who are short of time and who are looking for new ideas and effective methods for their classes. Educators from Europe and Australia share their expertise and experience with digital content in short 60 minute sessions via Zoom. More information is available via the website.

GETVICO24 2020
Teachers of German are welcome to participate in the global virtual conference GETVICO24. This professional learning will commence on Wednesday 21 October and will include 140 presentations from around the globe. There is no cost to participate. The registration link and the program will become available soon. You can view sessions from the 2019 conference online.
 
Scholarships for online professional learning courses
Whether you are interested in methodology and didactics or in improving your language skills, the Goethe-Institut offers teachers of German a comprehensive selection of professional development courses. Please check the website for further details on the courses that scholarships are being offered for and application deadlines.

My grammar rules
The 90 minute online grammar workshops designed for teachers of German are back by popular demand. Every Thursday evening there will be workshops on effective methods for teaching grammar and new ideas for the classroom. More information is available online.

Professional learning
Professional learning has been organised by the GTB MLTAQ. It includes a practical presentation of a unit on pop culture, an exploration of online/remote learning tools and opportunities to share your experiences, resources and ideas. Come and enjoy the chance to network. All teachers of German are welcome to attend. Further information and registration details are available online.

Online materials
Given that more schools are faced with having to teach in a virtual classroom again, we have compiled a collection of materials that are suitable for the teaching and learning of German online.

Merit awards
Teachers of German in NSW can place orders for free book prizes for school students who have shown superior achievement in their studies of the German language. Further information is available online.
 
My grammar rules
Fortnightly grammar sessions are available to help high school students understand the most relevant grammatical concepts they need to ace their German exams. In each 90 minute virtual, interactive small group class an experienced teacher will explain one challenging grammatical topic and help to apply it. More information is available via the website.
 
Unternehmen Deutsch
More than 200 students of German in Australia are about to submit their fantastic product or service ideas for German companies in this year's creative contest for professional orientation. A shortlist of the most innovative and creative ideas can be viewed online the end of August. Take part in the online voting together with your students and let us know which one you like best. More information is available via the website.

The Goethe-Institut will host a series of workshops, "Kurz und bündig", by educators from Europe and Australia who were scheduled to present at the recently cancelled National Conference for Teachers of German in Melbourne.

The workshops will focus on digital learning and will be conducted via Zoom. They will run fortnightly, beginning 31 July, from 4-5pm AEST. There is no cost to participate.
 
The first workshop in the series is Smart Notebook by Eva Spiesberger. This workshop addresses the following topics: Creating interesting and moving images; backgrounds and interactive tables; where to find royalty-free suitable photos, images and graphics; and how to ensure spontaneity in online classrooms.

To participate in the workshop, please register on the Goethe-Institut website.

After a successful collaboration with a high school in Ohio, the Otto-Pankok School in Mülheim an der Ruhr is looking for a NSW high school to conduct a 3-4-week long project on Australian and German culture by email.

Please find below the draft project description (which can be adjusted) and the contact details of the coordinating teacher. The school is interested in further projects with other students – suggestions welcome.  
 
Schüler*innen: 9. Klasse mit 30 Schüler*innen, im Alter von 14-15 Jahren
Projektsprache: Mischung von Deutsch/Englisch, offen für Vorschläge  
Zeitraum: 3-4 Wochen im Oktober/November
Mögliche Schwerpunkte: A. Getting to know each other; B. Where we live and what we like about it; C What are your future goals, hopes, and dreams?
 
Anette Wurring
English and Spanish teacher +  International Relations
Otto-Pankok-Schule, Mülheim
Email: anette.wurring@otto-pankok-schule.de
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​Please contact Anette directly if interested.

We have revamped the practice speaking questions from the old HSC Online site, for German Continuers. Sorted by topic, this is a great document to give your students, so they can prepare for the upcoming oral examination.

It's available from the German Continuers section of our website.

The June 2020 Goethe-Institut newsletter has arrived, with lots to offer NSW German teachers.
 
My grammar rules for teachers of German
Online grammar workshops are now available for teachers of German. The workshops run for 90 minutes every Thursday evening. Participants will learn effective methods for teaching grammar and new ideas for the classroom.
 
My grammar rules for high school students
Fortnightly grammar sessions will help high school students to understand the most relevant grammatical concepts they need. In each 90 minute virtual, interactive small group class an experienced teacher will explain one challenging grammatical topic and help to apply it.
 
New teaching materials
New teaching materials on environmental topics accompanying two films produced by PASCH students in Australia as part of the project UmWelten are now available for download. The package includes unit planners aligned to the Australian curriculum to make the use in classroom easier and more accessible.
 
New workbook on climate change
The new Lingo macht Mint workbook, Klima der Welt, has been released and can now be downloaded for free. The effects of climate change are at the centre of this workbook and students learn about new technologies that can help combat global warming.

The first edition of GETVICO virtual conference will be held on 20-21 October 2020. GETVICO is a virtual platform for German teachers to exchange ideas, resources and teaching practices. The conference will be held in German.

To register, please contact Eva Baker from the Goethe-Institut Australien. 

The National Conference for Teachers of German will be presenting inspiring ideas and best practice examples of "authentic learning" from international and local educators.
 
Date: 4-5 September 2020
Venue: Bayview Eden, 6 Queens Road Melbourne, Victoria
 
For more information and to register, contact the Goethe-Institut Australien.

​Registration closes Friday 14 August 2020.

The April 2020 Goethe-Institut newsletter has arrived, with lots to offer NSW German teachers.

Goethe at home – online materials
Given that more and more schools are faced with having to teach in a virtual classroom, the Goethe-Institut has compiled a collection of materials that are suitable for the teaching and learning of German online.

Learning German online in Australia
There is good news for everyone interested in learning German in Australia. All Goethe-Institut courses are now online. 
 
LINGO macht mint
LINGO consists of a hands-on magazine for children between the ages of 8 and 12 as well as the MINTmobile website and app for teens aged 13 to 16. All the resources are accessible free of charge on the Lingo website and can be used for digital learning.
 
National conference for teachers of German
The biennial National Conference for Teachers of German will be held in Melbourne from 4-5 September 2020. The conference sessions will explore the latest teaching programs and trends in research and language policies. Call for papers and conference registrations are now open.
 
GETVICO 24 
Join the Goethe-Institut for the first edition of the GETVICO 24 – the virtual German teacher conference. 24 hours dedicated to teaching German around the world. The conference will start on 20 October 2020, in North America, pass on to Australia (21 October), continue to India and finally to our head office in Munich, Germany – and you can participate from wherever you are! Be part of it, share your expertise with colleagues and give a short speech about your topic. Maybe you are an expert with digital media, love to use films and literature in your class or you are experienced with differentiated instruction?

The March 2020 Goethe-Institut newsletter has arrived, with lots to offer NSW German teachers. 

Kino for Kids 2020
‘Kino for Kids’ will be part of the German Film Festival in 2020. The diverse program focuses on science and astronomy. This year there are double features, showing 2 films on the same day for similar age groups. 'Kino for Kids' school screenings will be shown in Sydney.
 
National conference for teachers of German
Join the Goethe-Institut for their biannual National Conference for Teachers of German on 4-5 September 2020 in Melbourne to explore the latest teaching programs and trends in research and language policies. Call for papers and registrations are now open. 
 
Scholarships for online DLL courses
Deutsch Lehren Lernen (DLL) is an innovative professional learning program of the Goethe-Institut answering fundamental questions regarding the teaching of German as an additional language. The 10-week online courses offer a variety of subjects and are designed for teachers of German who are looking for professional learning using the latest training methodologies. Applications close 28 March 2020 for DLL 3 and DLL 5. Applications close 24 April 2020 for DLL 8.

Darecon
In this project, students from 11 countries will work together to address the problems of the future. With the help of digital media they will give their generation a voice. Teachers will take part in a seminar that provides new ideas for digital lesson design. Darecon is for students between 15 and 17 years old and teachers of German. Applications close 15 April 2020.
 
HSC Beginners, Continuers and Extension days
Would you and your students like to prepare for the oral HSC examinations together with other German learners? The Goethe-Institut offers a day with intensive communicative activities for high school students from different schools, who are preparing for the oral examinations under the guidance of experienced teachers.
  
EDDU – Erfolgreich digital deutsch unterrichten
EDDU is a project of the Goethe-Institut in South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand that supports teaching and learning of German with digital tools. Teaching materials are available for download.
 
Goethe Fit examinations at your school
The Goethe-Institut is offering German examinations for children and teenagers within the aged 10-16 for Fit in Deutsch 1 and students aged 12-16 for Goethe Zertifikat A2: Fit in Deutsch. Depending on student numbers, the examinations can take place at school or at the Goethe-Institut. For examinations booked at the Goethe-Institut a hands-on CLIL workshop can be conducted for students, free of charge.