This article can only summarize a few teaching methods we have here. Our school is very modern and it tries to make lessons as informative as possible for its

students. As a result, the teaching methods are extremely varied. It always depends on the topic and the teacher, but overall, there are four methods commonly in use

in German schools that I'm aware of.

The first is rather old. It is called frontal lessons, meaning the teacher stands before us and talks to us. It is basically the most informative one according to the things

we need to know. Old it may be, it is still very effective.

To motivate the students, we often have what's called "project lessons" here. This is a concept that has developed in recent years. We form small groups and either

receive a topic or choose one ourselves. Our school has something called "Future Skills," where students are allowed to explore topics of their interest. The only

guideline is that they have to work on something that matters for the future. Teachers now act more as mentors in this approach.

A less innovative but still very effective method is group work. Almost every teacher tries to incorporate group work into their lessons. Normally, a group consists of

4 to 6 students who discuss or research a topic they have been given. Since each group focuses on a different topic, they present their findings to the class afterward.

This ensures that everyone learns the most important points about all the topics.

Lastly, there is the method of experiments and games. In natural science subjects like biology, physics, chemistry, and geography, students conduct experiments and

measurements. This provides a practical application to everyday life. In language subjects and other disciplines, especially younger students, are often allowed to play

educational games. Teachers can create these games using platforms like Kahoot or learning apps, and through playing and having fun, students learn. To initiate

discussions in subjects like ethics or politics, we also use a platform called Menti, where every student can vote or contribute. Subsequently, we can engage in

discussions.

Each teacher has their own teaching method, and every lesson is slightly different. However, most lessons involve at least two of the teaching methods I mentioned.

The sources of information are as varied as the teaching methods themselves . Some prefer textbooks recommended by the Ministry of Education, while others prefer

worksheets. Additionally, with the latest technological advancements, we also use iPads in school for internet research.