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AGIS Conference 2026 Potsdam
Working Together To Support Learning
Audience: Language Learning clear filter
Friday, September 18
 

9:00am CEST

EAL Working Group Pre-Conference
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 3:45pm CEST
This pre-conference aims to continue the development of a support network among EAL teachers in AGIS schools, building on the foundations in last year’s AGIS preconference and the monthly online meetings. It will offer the platform to exchange effective practices, strategies, resources and systems that enhance support for our English language learners and teachers. EAL working group members will contribute to shaping the topics and sessions featured at the AGIS Pre-Conference 2026.
Speakers
avatar for Courtenay Comiskey

Courtenay Comiskey

Secondary EAL / I&S, Grade 6 Lead Teacher, Leipzig International School
to be added later
avatar for Mirjam Strauss-Paris

Mirjam Strauss-Paris

to be added later, Munich International School
To be added later 
Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 3:45pm CEST
0.245 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam
 
Saturday, September 19
 

9:45am CEST

Fostering Academic Writing in Multilingual IB Classrooms: Pedagogical insights from longitudinal research grounded in Complex Dynamic Systems Theory (CDST).
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
I completed my PhD dissertation last year. It focused on L2 academic writing development among adolescent learners. I employed the Complex Dynamic Systems Theory (CDST) as the guiding framework. The presentation that would like to share is designed for both language specialists and non-language teachers, as academic literacy development is a shared responsibility across subject areas. It connects theoretical insights from applied linguistics with practical classroom strategies that enhance students’ writing, critical thinking, and language awareness. My goal is to create an interactive space for IB educators to explore concrete, evidence-based practices that support multilingual learners’ academic writing development. Session Outcome(s) By the end of the session, teachers will: 2. Know/review reusable discourse moves (e.g., This matters because…, If…, then…, To a certain extent…) to employ in class. 3. Remember why key vocabulary and sentence structures need to be explicit in subject areas. 4. Be aware of revisiting important language patterns frequently across tasks and contexts. 5. See variability in student writing as a sign of development, not failure
Speakers
avatar for Carlos Rico Castillo

Carlos Rico Castillo

Head of Modern Languages, Franconian International School
A dedicated language teacher and swimmer
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
0.226 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

9:45am CEST

From Assessment to Action: Using Skill Progressions to Drive Feedback, Goals, and Small Group Instruction
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
In many classrooms, feedback remains general and disconnected from next instructional steps. This interactive workshop will explore how skill progressions can transform student work into actionable teaching decisions.
Participants will examine real student writing samples and practice identifying precise skill gaps using clear progressions. From there, we will develop:

- Targeted, growth-oriented feedback
- Student-friendly SMART goals
- Small group instructional plans aligned to specific needs

The session will address how feedback differs developmentally between lower and upper elementary, and how to maintain clarity while increasing rigor. This workshop will also provide recommendations for supplementary technology that can make this process easier.
Participants will leave with practical templates, sample progressions, and a replicable framework for turning assessment into intentional instruction.
Speakers
CK

Christina Konnaris

4th Grade Classroom Teacher, Leipzig International School
to be added later 
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
0.221 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

9:45am CEST

Sparking Reading Joy: Practical Ideas for Classrooms, Libraries, and Schools
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
How do schools move beyond 'teaching reading' to creating a culture where students actually choose to read?


A culture of reading doesn't happen by accident; it’s built through curiosity, conversation, and collaboration. This session goes behind the scenes of one international school’s journey to make reading a visible, everyday joy.


We’ll dive into the "why" and "how" of reading engagement: grounded in research, but fueled by practical experience. From small, adaptable ideas to larger school-wide programs, this session will explore strategies that can work in any classroom, library, or school community. Come prepared to share your story and walk away with fresh ideas to ignite excitement in your own school community.






Speakers
avatar for Lindsay Haubenreisser

Lindsay Haubenreisser

Grade 5 Teacher, International School Augsburg
I'm an American living and working in Augsburg since 2015. Originally trained in teaching EAL and Spanish as a Foreign Language, I have been a Lower School classroom teacher for most of my career and love it! I particularly love mathematics and reading. As a passionate reader myself... Read More →
avatar for Michelle Dierker

Michelle Dierker

Teacher Librarian, Early Years- Grade 12, International School Augsburg ISA
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
0.223 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

9:45am CEST

The Significance of Visual Elements in Non-literary Texts in the Diploma Language A, Language and Literature Courses
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
This workshop will discuss the significance/application of visual elements in non-literary texts in the Diploma Language A, Language and Literature courses. In Paper 1, the focus will be on the successful analysis and application of mainly criteria B and partially criteria A/C in relation to Paper 1 texts with visual elements. With regard to the Individual Oral, the selection of possible visual non-literary texts and their analysis in relation to various chosen global topics will be explored. Technical aspects such as colour schemes, composition, perspectives, symbols, implications and design concepts will be considered. The explanations in both parts of the IB-L&L-Exam are based on many years of experience as German L&L-DP-Teacher and as an German L&L-IB examiner, including participation in the respective standardisation teams. The workshop will be held in English. The selected texts will be GLL exam texts or German texts with mainly visual elements; existing text sections will be translated into English.
Participants in the workshop are expected to develop a deeper understanding of how visual elements function in non-literary texts within the context of the ‘DP Language A: Language and Literature’ course, and how these can be taught, selected (IO) and interpreted for the relevant exam components.
Speakers
avatar for Birgit Kress

Birgit Kress

German Teacher, Heidelberg International School
To be added by speaker 
Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
0.245 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

11:15am CEST

Bring Back the Magic: The Revival of Flannel Boards in the Early Years
Saturday September 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
In this hands on workshop, early years educators will explore how flannel/felt board storytelling, music, and rhymes build language, oracy, and emotional skills in young children. Through interactive discussion and demonstration, participants will see how rhythm, rhyme, and repetition strengthen phonological awareness, vocabulary, and expressive language in young children while fostering empathy, regulation, and social connection. Grounded in research, the session will highlight how simple felt board activities can transform songs and stories into engaging, multi-sensory experiences. Educators will leave with ready to use rhymes, flannel board creations and ideas, and creative strategies to nurture confident, expressive, and emotionally resilient learners through "felt board magic." 
Speakers
avatar for Michelle Dierker

Michelle Dierker

Teacher Librarian, Early Years- Grade 12, International School Augsburg ISA
Saturday September 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
0.215 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

11:15am CEST

The Magic of Reading: How to Run a School Reading Night that Builds Literacy, Community, and Student Motivation
Saturday September 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
Reading motivation remains one of the most significant predictors of long-term academic success, yet many students experience reading primarily as a school task rather than a meaningful, shared activity. At Dresden International School (PYP), we developed an annual Reading Night — a whole-grade literacy event embedded in Literacy Week — designed to create positive emotional connections to reading.
During the Reading Night, students gather after school for read-alouds, shared storytelling, literacy games, library visits, and independent flashlight reading before sleeping overnight at school with their classmates. The event intentionally combines literacy with belonging, excitement, and memory-making. Students who are typically reluctant readers often become highly engaged, and the days and weeks following the event show increased book borrowing, reading conversations, and voluntary reading.
This workshop shares our experiences from several years of running the Reading Night. Rather than presenting a perfect model, it will honestly explore how the event evolved, what worked well, and what did not. Practical aspects such as organisation, communication with parents, staffing, student wellbeing, and managing concerns about safety will be addressed. Participants will gain insight into how a literacy event can strengthen class community, support social-emotional development, and positively influence reading attitudes.T
he session is designed as a collaborative exchange. Participants will have opportunities to ask questions, share their own literacy traditions and challenges, and discuss how similar ideas could be adapted to their own school contexts — whether through a full Reading Night or smaller alternatives.
Participants will receive example materials (parent communication, schedules, activity ideas, and planning considerations) to support adaptation in their own settings.
Speakers
KD

Kim Dawson

Teacher Librarian and Learning Support Teacher, Dresden International School
PYP Teacher Librarian and Learning Support Teacher
avatar for Andrea Bodinus

Andrea Bodinus

Grade 2 Classroom Teacher, Dresden International School
Grade 2 Classroom Teacher
Saturday September 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
0.221 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

1:15pm CEST

Engagement and Reflection: Making Feedback Work in English Exam Classes
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST
Description:
I will explore strategies to help International Baccalaureate and IGCSE English students engage actively with feedback by making it clear, actionable, and integral to the learning cycle. I will also share practical ways—through documentation, peer collaboration, and kinesthetic activities—to guide purposeful reflection so students can turn feedback into measurable improvement and take greater ownership of their progress.

Intended Impact:
We often invest significant time in giving feedback, yet students often struggle to interpret or apply it effectively. This workshop will offer practical tools to close that gap, helping exam-level English students engage more deeply with feedback to strengthen their writing, improve assessment outcomes, and take greater responsibility for their learning.

Outcome:
Teachers will leave with actionable ideas they can implement immediately, supported by insights shared during the session. By the end of the workshop, you will have:
  • Practical, ready-to-use strategies for feedback and reflection
  • Templates and examples for student documentation
  • A clearer understanding of how to build a culture of ownership and improvement in English classrooms

Speakers
avatar for Emily Monaghan

Emily Monaghan

Teacher of English and English Coordinator, International School of Bremen
I am the English Coordinator at the International School of Bremen.
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST
0.22 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

1:15pm CEST

From Assessment to Action: Practical Strategies for Supporting Dyslexia (LRS)
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST
This session introduces an evidence-informed approach to identifying and supporting learners with
dyslexia (reading and spelling difficulties) within the language learning context. Participants will
explore key indicators, principles of assessment, and how to translate diagnostic findings into
targeted, structured intervention. Practical examples will demonstrate strategy-based reading and
spelling support, along with approaches that strengthen learner motivation and self-efficacy. This
session is based on a comprehensive full-day professional development program delivered in
Cologne, which focused on strengthening diagnostic competence, structured intervention planning,
and practical implementation strategies.
Speakers
avatar for Gitti Fourie

Gitti Fourie

German and Learning Support, Bavarian International School
German and Learning Support
avatar for Gabriela Coenen-Hoffman

Gabriela Coenen-Hoffman

Head of German Language and Literature, Bavarian International School
Head of German Language and Literature
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST
0.231 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

1:15pm CEST

Mastering the “Most Wanted” Text Types in DP Language Acquisition
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST
This workshop introduces teachers to a practical framework for teaching DP Language B Paper 1 text types through modelling, guided analysis, and checklist-based scaffolding. Using authentic prompts and model texts, participants explore how exam tasks signal appropriate genre choice and how explicit teaching of conventions supports student performance. Central to the session is the analysis of a compiled overview of the most frequently appearing (“most wanted”) text types, which highlights recurring genres across recent examination sessions and informs strategic exam preparation. 
Speakers
avatar for Enrique Periam

Enrique Periam

Language Acquisition Learning Leader, International School Hannover Region
To be added
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST
0.245 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

1:15pm CEST

Queens of Crime: The Golden Age
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST
Description:
Do you enjoy a good mystery? Do you know about the “Queens of Crime”? This engaging one-hour workshop invites educators to explore the captivating realm of Golden Age detective fiction, focusing on the influential works of Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Ngaio Marsh, collectively dubbed the “Queens of Crime.” Participants will delve into the defining characteristics of this literary period, which flourished from the 1920s to the 1930s, with principal works spanning from 1920 to 1940. The workshop will analyse how these elements manifest in Agatha Christie’s renowned novel, The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, highlighting plot structures, tone, and symbolism. Educators will know how to incorporate these features into short classroom activities, enabling students to creatively engage with the material, enhance their understanding of narrative techniques, and develop critical thinking skills.


Intended Impact:
By the end of the session, educators will be able to inspire and elevate their students’ appreciation for classic detective fiction. They will leave with a toolkit of themes from which to approach the study of detective fiction from this era.
Speakers
SD

Suzanne Durham

Secondary Teacher of English, and IGCSE Business Studies, International School of Bremen
I am a Secondary Teacher of English, and IGCSE Business Studies at the International School of Bremeen.
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST
0.229 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

1:15pm CEST

Project Based Learning with AI – IBDP English A
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 3:30pm CEST
Join us for a hands-on workshop where we will design a Project-Based Learning (PBL) unit from scratch for IB Lang & Lit. We are going to explore how to guide students through deep inquiry into Global Issues and help them take more ownership of their writing.

We will be using AI to help us build the unit and then looking at how it can act as an active supporting tool throughout the project. We will see how it can lend a hand with the heavy lifting by providing instant formative feedback and helping students organise their research. To finish, we will show you how to flip these project themes into solid exam prep so your students feel prepared for every assessment.
Speakers
avatar for Brian Li

Brian Li

English Teacher, Berlin Metropolitan School
Placeholder - more to come soon! 
Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 3:30pm CEST
0.246 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

2:30pm CEST

Bringing Language to Life: Creating Authentic Communicative Experiences in the Target Language
Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST
Designed for Language Acquisition / Language B teachers, this workshop provides practical ideas to help students communicate effectively in the target language, both inside and beyond the classroom. It explores ways to leverage native speakers within school communities as well as local cities to maximise students’ language production.




Speakers
avatar for Beatriz Palma

Beatriz Palma

MYP / DP Language Acquisition Teacher and Mentoring Coordinator, International School of Stuttgart
From the private tutoring days in sunny Spain to the diverse classrooms of London state schools, and now the innovative environment of ISS, my journey in education has been shaped by a wide range of experiences. Along the way, I've learned an important lesson as an educator: the most... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST
0.231 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

2:30pm CEST

Integrating German in the Elementary Classroom: Teaching the Host Country Language
Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST
This session will provide an overview of the Integrated German Program at Frankfurt International School. Participants will learn how the program was developed, the goals behind its design, and the successes and challenges encountered along the way.


In addition, the presentation will explore how German is taught within the broader Elementary School program at FIS, including the structure of the regular German language program and current areas of development. Attendees will gain insight into how an international school can meaningfully integrate the host country language into the elementary experience while balancing the needs of a diverse student population.
Speakers
avatar for Martina Wohlers

Martina Wohlers

Teacher, Frankfurt International School
Integrated German in the Elementary school and teaching host country language in the ES.
Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST
0.219 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

2:30pm CEST

Talk for Writing – Supporting (lower primary) language learners to internalise high quality language structures through imitation, oral rehearsal, and innovation
Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST
The session will provide an overview of the Talk for Writing approach,  including core texts, story mapping, oral rehearsal, and shared retelling to understand how language patterns are internalised before writing. 
 
The session will model scaffolding techniques, vocabulary development, and opportunities for creativity within structured frameworks using examples from primary classrooms. Participants will reflect on classroom implementation, differentiation, and progression across KS1, leaving with example resources and clear next steps to embed Talk for Writing within their own practice to strengthen pupil confidence, engagement, and writing outcomes.
Speakers
avatar for Bryony Elms

Bryony Elms

Classroom teacher G1, Leipzig International School
An experienced teacher and leader specialising in Primary Education. Across my career I have held roles in academic leadership and curriculum coordination as well as teaching roles. Currently teaching in Grade 1 and serving as NEASC accreditation coordinator for our school. I also... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST
0.217 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

2:30pm CEST

UDL and self-regulated learning in DP Language and Literature
Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST
In this workshop, I will share practical, classroom-tested strategies and approaches to teaching and learning in the Language and Literature classroom through the lens of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), with a particular emphasis on strengthening student engagement and self-regulation.The session will focus on concrete techniques that teachers can immediately implement. We will examine how engagement is not simply about motivation, but about cultivating relevance, challenge, voice, and agency within the learning process.These strategies are particularly effective in preparing students to become assessment-capable learners; students who understand learning goals, can monitor their own progress, and can identify next steps for improvement. More broadly, participants will consider how UDL-informed practices support the development of expert learners: students who are purposeful and motivated, resourceful and knowledgeable, and strategic and goal-directed. 
Speakers
avatar for Flora Mather

Flora Mather

Teacher, EE Coordinator, Dresden International School
I am an experienced IB educator and IBEN (workshop leader and Evaluation/Programme Leader) with a particular interest in developing self-regulation in learners under the broader scope of Universal Design for Learning.
Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST
0.235 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

4:00pm CEST

Plot Twists & Teamwork: Creating a Class Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Story
Saturday September 19, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm CEST
Looking for a writing project that builds creativity and collaboration? In this session, we will explore how to guide your class in writing a collaborative choose-your-own-adventure book. Participants will learn practical strategies for organizing branching storylines, structuring student roles, and keeping the project clear and manageable. This engaging approach strengthens narrative writing skills while fostering cooperation and shared ownership.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Moeller

Amy Moeller

Grade 3 Teacher, Leipzig International School
to be added later 
Saturday September 19, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm CEST
0.221 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

4:00pm CEST

Wins, Whines, and Why It Matters: Teaching German Language and Literature in the Middle Years
Saturday September 19, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm CEST
In this interactive workshop, we will facilitate an exchange among German teachers from AGIS schools to share ideas, reflect on challenges, and explore effective strategies for teaching German Language and Literature in the Middle Years. The session highlights good practice at DIS and other AGIS schools, fosters meaningful professional connections, and emphasises the importance of the Middle Years for sustained language development and student engagement.


This interactive workshop brings together German teachers from AGIS schools to reflect on the realities, challenges, and opportunities of teaching German Language and Literature in the Middle Years. Through shared experiences, practical strategies, and open discussion, participants will explore what works, which challenges persist, and why German teaching in the Middle Years is crucial for sustained language development and long-term learner engagement. The workshop also offers a valuable opportunity to showcase effective practice at DIS and to build meaningful professional connections with fellow AGIS German educators.


Workshop Structure:
1. Opening: Wins & Whines (Icebreaker)
Attenders are invited to briefly share one win and one whine from their Middle Years German classrooms in small groups. This sets a collegial tone, acknowledges common challenges, and validates shared experiences across AGIS schools.
2. Why It Matters: The Middle Years as a Turning Point 
A short input highlighting the importance of the Middle Years for motivation, identity formation, and language development/proficiency. The session connects classroom practice to learner pathways in later years (DP), focusing on engagement, confidence, and continuity.
3. Strategies That Work: Teaching German Language & Literature in the Middle Years
Presentation and discussion of practical, classroom-tested strategies, including balancing language and literature; motivating reluctant learners, working with meaningful and authentic units, a variety of both literary and non-literary text types and creative tasks; supporting multilingual learners and home languages within German lessons; nurturing a love for reading etc. Examples of good practice from different contexts and units will be shared.
4. Collaborative Exchange: Sharing Good Pra
Speakers
avatar for Conny Brock

Conny Brock

MYP/DP German & Head of Languages, Dresden International School
Conny Brock is the Head of Languages at the International School of Dresden and has been an international educator for 18 years. She has taught German, Spanish, and English across the IB in the UK, the US, and Colombia. She is a workshop leader, examiner and assessment author as well... Read More →
avatar for Teodora Atanasova

Teodora Atanasova

MYP/DP German & TOK teacher, Dresden International School
Teodora Atanasova is a passionate international educator who has taught in both the United States and China, bringing a global perspective to her classroom. A lover of literature, she enjoys exploring stories from different cultures and helping students discover the power of words... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm CEST
0.225 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

5:15pm CEST

Evidence-Based Gamification in Foreign Language Classrooms
Saturday September 19, 2026 5:15pm - 6:15pm CEST
Gamification has become a popular trend in education, yet its impact depends entirely on thoughtful design. This interactive workshop explores how evidence-based gamification can meaningfully enhance motivation, retention, and communicative competence in foreign language teaching.
Grounded in motivational theory and classroom research, the session will briefly examine why superficial reward systems often fail and what actually works. Participants will experience a tool to gamify their lessons and units, and explore how narrative, progression systems, and challenge structures can increase student engagement without sacrificing academic rigour.
Speakers
DG

Daniel Garcia Huertas

Foreign Language Teacher, Leipzig International School
Saturday September 19, 2026 5:15pm - 6:15pm CEST
0.225 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

5:15pm CEST

Internal assessment in the IBDP "Language B (SL/HL)" course
Saturday September 19, 2026 5:15pm - 6:15pm CEST
This workshop is for IBDP/CP Language B teachers who are looking for ways to develop their students’ speaking skills which are needed for oral examinations. Participants will be encouraged to collaborate, share, and express ideas that facilitate student oral performance.
Some of the most important aspects which will be discussed:
● How to choose good photos (SL) / literary extracts (HL)?
● Tips and tricks to help your students prepare effectively and perform well on the oral examination.
Speakers
avatar for Elena Rodriguez

Elena Rodriguez

Home Language Coordinator / Spanish teacher, International School of Hamburg
As an IB Language Acquisition educator across the MYP, DP, and CP frameworks, I specialize in Spanish while also bringing experience in teaching German and French. In addition to this, I serve as the Secondary School Home Language Coordinator and teach the IBCP core element, "Language... Read More →
Saturday September 19, 2026 5:15pm - 6:15pm CEST
0.235 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam
 
Sunday, September 20
 

9:00am CEST

First Steps in German: Teaching an Additional Language to Young Beginners in International Schools
Sunday September 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am CEST
How can we support young learners in taking their very first steps in German—especially when they have no previous exposure to the language—while keeping lessons engaging and meaningful? This workshop offers practical insights into teaching German as an Additional Language within an international school context.
Participants will explore how to build early literacy skills (sound and letter recognition, early reading and writing), support vocabulary development connected to the PYP curriculum, and gradually develop speaking skills from single words to simple sentences, dialogues, and short monologues. Listening activities, simple grammar input, songs, games, and classroom resources will be shared, with a strong focus on playful, child-friendly learning.
Speakers
avatar for Oksana Suprunenko

Oksana Suprunenko

Primary School GAL Teacher/Coordinator, Metropolitan School Frankfurt
Primary School GAL Teacher/Coordinator
Sunday September 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am CEST
0.223 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

9:00am CEST

Spannung erzeugen - Krimis im Deutschunterricht/Creating Suspense - Crime Stories in German Lessons
Sunday September 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am CEST
Detective stories capture readers from the very first page. The workshop “Spannung erzeugen – Krimis im Deutschunterricht” shows how crime fiction can be used in German language classrooms to spark motivation and demonstrate that language operates on multiple levels.
Suspense arises through plot structure, withheld information, perspective, and carefully chosen language. In class, students explore how vocabulary creates atmosphere, how sentence structure influences pace, and how narrative perspective controls what readers know. Crime stories are ideal for analyzing these linguistic layers in an engaging way.
By combining excitement with language awareness, crime fiction not only encourages reading but also reveals the richness and complexity of language.
Speakers
avatar for Doris Kempa

Doris Kempa

German MYP and DP Teacher, Bavarian International School
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Sunday September 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am CEST
0.225 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

10:30am CEST

From Classroom to Certification: Language Diplomas at International Schools
Sunday September 20, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CEST
This workshop outlines how international schools can implement and manage external language diploma programmes alongside their curriculum.  We will explain how we run in Secondary school the DSD (Das Deutsche Sprachdiplom) and Spanish DELE (Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera) programmes at ISHR.
Participants will explore how lessons are scheduled and structured, levels offered, exam requirements, and the practical steps involved in becoming and running an official examining centre.
Speakers
JD

Julia Dohrmann

Language B Teacher, International School Hannover Region
To be added
avatar for Gloria Fernández

Gloria Fernández

Language Teacher & Home Language Coordinator, International School Hannover Region
Sunday September 20, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CEST
0.225 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

10:30am CEST

Strategies and Resources for Teaching EAL Students in an International Context
Sunday September 20, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CEST
Beyond the support of dedicated EAL teams found in most international schools in Germany, language acquisition is a shared responsibility across every classroom and year level. This hands-on workshop provides all teachers (regardless of their subject) with practical tools to help students of all proficiency levels succeed throughout the day.

Our focus will be on lowering linguistic barriers without sacrificing academic rigor. We will explore easy-to-implement strategies that make complex content accessible, ensuring high standards remain intact. You will walk away with a toolkit of scaffolding techniques and inclusive routines to support diverse learner needs in real-time

What to expect:
  • Practical Toolkits: Proven methods to differentiate instruction without increasing your planning load.
  • High Standards, High Support: Strategies that protect the rigor of your curriculum as you bridge the language gap.
  • Collaborative Resource Document:  During the session, we will build a live Google Document together, allowing every participant to share and take home a curated collection of resources specifically suited for the international school context in Germany.

Key Takeaway: Leave this session with a "digital toolkit" and the confidence to ensure every learner in your classroom regardless of their English proficiency can thrive.
Speakers
avatar for Samantha Allanson

Samantha Allanson

Lower School PYP Teacher, International School of Ulm/Neu-Ulm
PYP Lower School Teacher
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Tatiana Ochoa

Lower School PYP Teacher, International School of Ulm/Neu-Ulm
Strategies and Resources for Teaching EAL Students in an International Context
Sunday September 20, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CEST
0.221 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam
 
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  • Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18; Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16
  • Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18; Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16; Administrative staff
  • Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18; Whole school for educators
  • Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16
  • Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16; Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18
  • Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16; Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18 Science
  • Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16; Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18 Science Early Years learners aged 3-6; Elementary/Primary Learners aged 6-11 Language Learning; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology)
  • Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16; Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18; Administrative staff
  • Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16; Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18; Whole school for educators; Administrative staff
  • Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16; Whole school for educators
  • Secondary/Diploma learners aged 17-18
  • Secondary/Middle Learners 11-16
  • Secondary/Middle Learners aged 11-16; Diploma Learners 17-18
  • Secondary/Middle Learners aged 11-16; Diploma Learners 17-18; Administrative staff Elementary/Primary Learners aged 6-11 Language Learning Whole school for educators Well-being
  • Whole school
  • Whole school for educators
  • Whole school for educators; Administrative staff
  • Whole school for educators; Administrative staff; Elementary/Primary Learners aged 6-11; Early Years learners aged 3-6
  • Whole school for educators; Administrative staff; Secondary / Middle learners aged 11-16; Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18; Elementary/Primary Learners aged 6-11
  • Subject
  • 'IBCore 'A list
  • CAS
  • Design
  • Design; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology)
  • EE
  • Humanities
  • IBCore (TOK
  • Language Learning
  • Language Learning; Science; Mathematics; The Arts; 'IBCore 'A list; Humanities; Physical and Health Education; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology)
  • Language Learning; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology)
  • Language Learning; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology); Humanities
  • Language Learning; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology); Humanities; Science; Well-Being
  • Language Learning; Well-Being
  • Mathematics
  • Mathematics; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology)
  • Physical and Health Education; Well-Being
  • SA
  • Science
  • Science; Mathematics
  • Science; Mathematics; The Arts; Design
  • Science; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology)
  • The Arts
  • The Arts; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology); Language Learning; Humanities
  • Transdisciplinary
  • Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology)
  • Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology); Well-Being
  • Well-Being
  • Well-Being; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology)
  • Well-Being; Transdisciplinary (teaching pedagogy & Methodology); The Arts
  • None
  • Groups of Tables