Teaching of German
Prepares candidates for certification in teaching German levels K-12. Interested students should consult the Director of the Foreign Language Teacher Education Program, Dr. Pamela Greene (plgreene@illinois.edu). In order to be recommended for certification, candidates are required to maintain Illinois, cumulative, content area, and professional education, grade-point averages of 2.5 (A= 4.0). A minimum of 120 hours of credit is required for graduation. Consult the certification officer at 505 East Green Suite 203 for additional information. http://cote.illinois.edu/
- GER 101, 102, 103, 104—Beginning and Intermediate German
- GER 201—German Popular Culture
- GER 211 & 212—Conversation and Writing
Students should consult with an academic advisor regarding course selection prior to the advanced registration period.
Majoring in the Teaching of German can lead to careers in K-12 schools (private, public, magnet...), Graduate school (MA, MAT, PhD), the non-profit sector, and the public sector.
- Foreign-language proficiency (speaking, listening, reading, writing)
- Cultural competence
- Communicative competence
- Cultural and textual analysis
- Pedagogical skills
- Teacher
- Educator
- Participating in undergraduate research
- Applying for a study abroad experience
- Utilizing resources of The Career Center
- Joining a Registered Student Organization (RSO) related to this major, such as:
- German Club (Deutschklub)
There are several professional organizations dedicated to Germanic languages. Their websites might be able to provide a glimpse in the world of Germanic languages. These organizations include Modern Language Association, American Association of Teachers of German, and American Council of Teachers of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).