Learning German as a World Language
Course Description: DLL 2 Learning German as a World Language
The overall goal of this course is for teachers to learn which factors determine learning and second language acquisition. Participants explore characteristics of independent learning as well as strategies to systematically plan and structure the learning process in their classroom. The course will culminate with a 3-week final project (Practical Exploration Project or PEP), in which the new theoretical approaches of the DLL unit are reviewed and assessed in the teacher’s own teaching practice. The Practical Exploration Project initiates changes in the classroom and helps to increase the professionalism of teachers. Sharing of experience among colleagues This course is conducted in German in partnership with the Goethe-Institut USA. Please note that the time commitment does not allow participants to take multiple DLL courses simultaneously. If you are interested in taking more than one course concurrently, you must receive approval from the Goethe-Institut. Direct email inquiries to teacherservice-boston@goethe.de.
By the end of the course, the learner will submit a portfolio that demonstrates understanding and the ability to: Participants can describe their own teaching philosophy.
Participants are familiar with factors that determine learning.
Participants are familiar with how the first language influences the foreign language and with the language acquisition process.
Participants are familiar with characteristics of independent learning as well as strategies to systematically plan and structure the learning process.
Participants can encourage students to evaluate their own learning.
Participants are familiar with important didactic developments that promote multilingualism.
Participants are familiar with didactic-methodical principles that apply when teaching German as a foreign language and can use appropriate exercises in the classroom.
Pre-requisite: The entry requirement is German at level B2 in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) or Advanced Low ACTFL Proficiency Level. Please take this assessment and email a screenshot of the results to info@idiomaconsulting.com.
Required Texts
There is no required textbook for this course. All materials are digital and will be provided in the online course.
Course Delivery: Online weekly learning modules, collaborative discussion boards and instructor feedback. This course is not self-paced and has 3 live virtual sessions.
Students who matriculate into an Instructor-Facilitated course should adhere to the dates listed on the website. Final coursework should be submitted within one week after the course end date. Course extensions beyond one week are subject to a $50 fee.
About the Instructor
Miriam Swatuk, Instructor. Read more about Miriam here.
Click here to request a syllabus.
Course Description: DLL 2 Learning German as a World Language
The overall goal of this course is for teachers to learn which factors determine learning and second language acquisition. Participants explore characteristics of independent learning as well as strategies to systematically plan and structure the learning process in their classroom. The course will culminate with a 3-week final project (Practical Exploration Project or PEP), in which the new theoretical approaches of the DLL unit are reviewed and assessed in the teacher’s own teaching practice. The Practical Exploration Project initiates changes in the classroom and helps to increase the professionalism of teachers. Sharing of experience among colleagues This course is conducted in German in partnership with the Goethe-Institut USA. Please note that the time commitment does not allow participants to take multiple DLL courses simultaneously. If you are interested in taking more than one course concurrently, you must receive approval from the Goethe-Institut. Direct email inquiries to teacherservice-boston@goethe.de.
By the end of the course, the learner will submit a portfolio that demonstrates understanding and the ability to: Participants can describe their own teaching philosophy.
Participants are familiar with factors that determine learning.
Participants are familiar with how the first language influences the foreign language and with the language acquisition process.
Participants are familiar with characteristics of independent learning as well as strategies to systematically plan and structure the learning process.
Participants can encourage students to evaluate their own learning.
Participants are familiar with important didactic developments that promote multilingualism.
Participants are familiar with didactic-methodical principles that apply when teaching German as a foreign language and can use appropriate exercises in the classroom.
Pre-requisite: The entry requirement is German at level B2 in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) or Advanced Low ACTFL Proficiency Level. Please take this assessment and email a screenshot of the results to info@idiomaconsulting.com.
Required Texts
There is no required textbook for this course. All materials are digital and will be provided in the online course.
Course Delivery: Online weekly learning modules, collaborative discussion boards and instructor feedback. This course is not self-paced and has 3 live virtual sessions.
Students who matriculate into an Instructor-Facilitated course should adhere to the dates listed on the website. Final coursework should be submitted within one week after the course end date. Course extensions beyond one week are subject to a $50 fee.
About the Instructor
Miriam Swatuk, Instructor. Read more about Miriam here.
Click here to request a syllabus.
Course Description: DLL 2 Learning German as a World Language
The overall goal of this course is for teachers to learn which factors determine learning and second language acquisition. Participants explore characteristics of independent learning as well as strategies to systematically plan and structure the learning process in their classroom. The course will culminate with a 3-week final project (Practical Exploration Project or PEP), in which the new theoretical approaches of the DLL unit are reviewed and assessed in the teacher’s own teaching practice. The Practical Exploration Project initiates changes in the classroom and helps to increase the professionalism of teachers. Sharing of experience among colleagues This course is conducted in German in partnership with the Goethe-Institut USA. Please note that the time commitment does not allow participants to take multiple DLL courses simultaneously. If you are interested in taking more than one course concurrently, you must receive approval from the Goethe-Institut. Direct email inquiries to teacherservice-boston@goethe.de.
By the end of the course, the learner will submit a portfolio that demonstrates understanding and the ability to: Participants can describe their own teaching philosophy.
Participants are familiar with factors that determine learning.
Participants are familiar with how the first language influences the foreign language and with the language acquisition process.
Participants are familiar with characteristics of independent learning as well as strategies to systematically plan and structure the learning process.
Participants can encourage students to evaluate their own learning.
Participants are familiar with important didactic developments that promote multilingualism.
Participants are familiar with didactic-methodical principles that apply when teaching German as a foreign language and can use appropriate exercises in the classroom.
Pre-requisite: The entry requirement is German at level B2 in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) or Advanced Low ACTFL Proficiency Level. Please take this assessment and email a screenshot of the results to info@idiomaconsulting.com.
Required Texts
There is no required textbook for this course. All materials are digital and will be provided in the online course.
Course Delivery: Online weekly learning modules, collaborative discussion boards and instructor feedback. This course is not self-paced and has 3 live virtual sessions.
Students who matriculate into an Instructor-Facilitated course should adhere to the dates listed on the website. Final coursework should be submitted within one week after the course end date. Course extensions beyond one week are subject to a $50 fee.
About the Instructor
Miriam Swatuk, Instructor. Read more about Miriam here.
Click here to request a syllabus.
Credit Options
Not sure which credit option to choose? Learn more about each credit option here and review your state/district requirements.
45 Professional Development Hours: $590
Idioma Professional Development Certificate (accepted by most states)
Approved Illinois CPDU Certificate through partnership with CEII
Approved Massachusetts PDP Certificate
Approved New York CTLE Certificate
Approved Pennsylvania ACT48 Certificate
Approved Texas CPE Hours
3 Graduate-Level Credits
PWLC 9196: University of the Pacific: $925
CDLE 591 GER 502: Colorado State University Pueblo: $950
PDLL 571ID: Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU): $1005
