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On the following pages you can find detailed information about the content and structure of our degree programs, about courses and conferences, about current teaching and research projects as well as about the main areas of work of the staff in the teaching and research area of German as a Foreign and Second Language (GFL/GSL).

In silent mourning, we bid farewell to our esteemed teacher, our wonderful colleague and loving friend Michael Koenig.

For many years a formative research assistant and lecturer in the field of German as a foreign and second language at the University of Kassel, author of numerous DaFZ textbooks and publications, but more importantly: an exceptional teacher. An intellectual trailblazer and trend-setting non-conformist in a positive sense, who has made a significant contribution to the further development of our subject. Original, creative, inspiring."'Strong' teachers who self-critically reflect on their work and who also make their students and learners 'strong' so that they rethink their role in terms of self-evaluation and autonomous learning and become learning partners" was his credo. With his open and at the same time reflective manner, he shaped not only his students, but also the GFL faculty in Kassel like no other, turned their thinking upside down and had a lasting influence: a role model. He always had an open ear for the problems of others and was warm, compassionate, generous and humorous. This is how he will be remembered by his students and colleagues.

Michael, we are incredibly sad and will miss you very much!
Your Kassel DaFZ team

In order to give Michael's friends and acquaintances worldwide the opportunity to share memories and mourn together, this digital book of condolence has been set up.

VocationalGerman lessons [Status: May 17, 2022]

In light of the current demand for skilled workers, the topic of "vocational German lessons" is becoming increasingly important. From 01.07.2022, teachers must provide proof of a qualification for teaching job-related German language skills in accordance with the regulation for job-related German language support (§18 para. 5 DeuFöV) in order to be allowed to teach in vocational language courses.

The Master's degree course in German as a Foreign and Second Language at the University of Kassel includes courses on numerous aspects of vocational German language teaching. The individual courses are integrated into various modules.

The coursework and examinations completed in these courses in the field of "Vocational German Teaching" are certified separately so that they can be submitted to the BAMF for examination after graduation.

Recognition is currently based on individual case decisions. If the requirements stipulated by the BAMF are met, the qualification to teach job-related German language skills is deemed to have been proven.