6 ‘Easy’ Ways To Improve Listening Skills in German
Improve Your German Listening Skills and Feel More Confident When Listening I’ll start with a disclaimer that when it comes to language learning and listening to German, there are no quick fixes or ‘easy ways’ to improve listening skills in German. In fact, you might be surprised to know that hard work and time are both essential elements. Shock, right?! That being said, if you are looking to improve listening skills in German, then employ the suggestions below and I am sure that your listening skills in German should improve. These tips are suitable for all levels from beginner to advanced. 1. GO FOR THE GIST When listening for the…
Hausarbeit – Free German Listening Practice For A2 and GCSE
Practice Your German Listening Skills on Housework / Hausarbeit Aufräumen und Putzen Listening Practice Video – Created for GCSE German and CEFR A2 German Learners with Free Original Worksheet and Transcript Our German Listening Practice video is perfect for GCSE German and CEFR A2 who want to develop their German listening skills with authentic listening materials, why not share with your students as homework or use in lessons to save you time? Having taught German in secondary schools, I have noticed a distinct lack of useful German listening practice material. So, I have developed a selection of audio-visual clips for students and teachers to use, with or without the video.…
German Listening Practice | A2 – Shopping in Towns with Free Worksheet
Perfect German Listening Practice On Theme Of: Shopping & Town For GCSE German and CEFR A2 German Learners with Free Worksheet and Transcript This German Listening Practice video is ideal for GCSE German and CEFR A2 who want to develop their German listening skills with authentic listening materials. Having taught the language in secondary schools, I have noticed a distinct lack of German listening practice material. So, I have developed a selection of audio-visual clips for students and teachers to use, with or without the video. There are accompanying worksheets and transcripts available for download below too. Who is this German listening practice for? This free audio-visual German listening clip…
Amazing Christmas Activities For German Lessons – Fun & Cultural – All Levels
Familie in Deutschland – Free GCSE German Listening Practice with Activities
German listening and speaking practice video with native speaker, learn about traditional and modern family in Germany for Advanced Beginner and GCSE students If you are learning GCSE German and you are looking for interesting ways to prepare for your exams, you are in the right place! This post is also ideal for those who just generally want to improve their German listening skills at an advanced beginner or pre-intermediate level on different topics. There is definitely a need for more practice material to support language learning for students as well as aid teachers in their lessons (having taught German in secondary schools, I noticed a lack of practice material),…
Amazing GCSE, A-Level German & French Tuition Results – New 2022
100% of iGCSE, GCSE German, French and A-Level German Achieve Target Grades or Higher! In the first lesson that I have with my GCSE, iGCSE and A-Level French and German students, I always ask what grade they hope to achieve through their tuition. I keep a note of this and help them work towards this goal. A-Level French and German grades were announced 18th August in 2022 and GCSE French and German results were announced the week after on 25th August 2022. I am so pleased to advise that in 2022, 100% of my GCSE German, GCSE French and A-Level German and French tutees achieved their target grades. Moreover, a…
Helpful Last Language Lesson Ideas for Tired Teachers At Christmas
Fun and Low-Prep French, ESL, German and Spanish Language Lesson Ideas for Tired Teachers in the Lead Up To Christmas At this festive time of year, language teachers count down the days until the end of such as long term. To put it plainly, we are tired! In the same vein, ESL, French, German and Spanish students are also on the countdown to the Christmas holidays. However, my students look forward to an exciting last language lesson before the Christmas break. They enjoy cultural activities, fun Christmas themed activities in the target language, as well as craft based ideas. Below are last language activities that I have used in the…
Competitive Word Game To Practise Topic Vocabulary in Language Classrooms
Fast-Paced ‘Chain Game’ Vocabulary Practice Activity for All Language Lessons Have you ever played that word game on a long car journey where you pick a topic and everyone takes a turn to say a word that starts with the last letter of the previous word? It keeps going until there’s a winner who always takes their turn? The topic-based vocabulary game can get quite competitive and it works something like this: Topic: COUNTRIESPerson A: LatviaPerson B: AustriaPerson C: Armeniaetc repeat OR Topic: FOOD ITEMSPerson A: HamburgerPerson B: Red PepperPerson C: Rollmopsetc repeat etc? Whether you have played it or not, it’s a great vocabulary practice idea for language lessons!…
How To Learn Vocabulary & Boost Students’ Confidence in Language Lessons
Help Students To Learn Vocabulary in Language Lessons Without Them Knowing! When I get a new French or German GCSE tutee or a group of GCSE language students, we do a quick diagnostic. I ask the students to select two areas that they feel they need help with and why. This includes: vocabulary in language lessons, speaking, reading, writing, listening, grammar and translation. Although it varies, generally, the two main areas for concern for my language students are: VocabularyFeeling overwhelmed at the level of vocabulary they are required to know. Especially for communication, understanding and exams, as well as lack of exposure and practice. ConfidenceConfidence issues when speaking, listening and…
6 Language Settler Activities for The New Normal
Settler and Settling Activities for Language Lessons COVID-19 Style I saw this settler idea on @MorganMFL’s Instagram, as well as on slides and Twitter posts from @Mariade53969789 and @campello_mfl. Thank you all for the settling activities inspiration, all of which is going to help me cope better with running around like a headless chicken this academic year! A bit of background first and the latest language settler activities at the bottom of the post. What Are Settlers and Settling Activities? According to TeachingEnglish: Settlers are activities which are designed to calm students down and settle them into a routine. Basic classroom management and routines are essential to establish as a pre-requisite for…
Qualified German and French Teacher – Simplifying Language Learning
