DaFür - German as a foreign language for integration

DaFür - Deutsch als Fremdsprache für Integrationen

DaFür (‘German as a foreign language for integration’) is an e-learning portal for German as a foreign language, aimed at refugees and other people who want to integrate into German society. DaFür’s main goal is to teach young people and adults the basic language skills they need to cope with everyday situations.

DaFür can be used to supplement face-to-face language courses (blended learning approach) and also as self-study material. Designed as a first step for self-learning, DaFür can also be integrated with face-to-face language courses, allowing teachers to incorporate the modules into their lessons. This means that learners can consolidate and expand on the content after class or prepare for the next lesson, enabling them to learn much more quickly and efficiently.

9 Modules on everyday situations

The portal contains nine modules on various topics. The focus is on everyday situations, such as visiting the doctor, filling out forms, making phone calls, leisure activities and looking for accommodation. Basic language skills, vocabulary and grammar are taught and reinforced on the basis of everyday situations.

All modules are based on authentic videos that reflect the actual everyday life of the learners. The linguistic content is taught on the basis of these videos.

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MODULE 1

Visit to the authorities

The first module focuses on visiting the social welfare office as an example of visiting a government agency and filling out forms.

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MODULE 2

Health

The second module is based on a video that prepares students for a visit to the doctor’s surgery and informs them about what to expect.

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MODULE 3

Shopping

This module teaches learners the vocabulary they need to discuss food (asking about prices, specifying quantities, ordering food, etc.).

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MODULE 4

Living

Topics: Teaching vocabulary related to housing in general and home furnishings, the process of a consultation and a house handover.

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MODULE 5

Make appointments

Contents: Making, rescheduling or cancelling appointments yourself, asking about the time, stating the date and providing information about the daily schedule.

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MODULE 6

Work and career

Introduction to job hunting and work: the consultation process at the job centre, writing a CV, providing information about your educational background, etc.

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MODULE 7

Living in Germany

This module focuses on waste separation and disposal at recycling centres. Additional content: places in the city, modes of transport, directions, weather, etc.

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MODULE 8

The emergency call

Teaching information and vocabulary for making an emergency call and what to do in case of fire; formal communication by telephone and email.

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MODULE 9

Democracy

The module provides knowledge about the political, legal and social system and everyday life in Germany.

The cooperation

The DaFür modules were developed in cooperation with htw saar and the (former) State Institute for Pedagogy and Media (now Bildungscampus) and supported by many module sponsors and helpers.