Sprache & Kultur

Reading and sharing your thoughts about what you’ve read is simply a wonderful way to not only keep up your English, but to stay in touch with the world of images and ideas. Selected with an eye towards variety as well as public recognition, each book will be read and then discussed for two pleasant and inspiring evenings. Please try to read the whole book by the time we have our first session so you can freely share your thoughts and impressions.

"That's so cringe! Don't be an unc!" Huh? What did they say? We'll dive into the 21st century English of today's artists, entertainers, social media influencers, young adults, and sportspeople to try and find the answer. In a very non-academic way, we will examine and discuss modern English of today's pop culture.

Using the special focus on Life in Munich, this weekend course should act as a 'mini language trip', where you can explore topics related to life in this city through spoken English. A special addition will be a Saturday afternoon trip to an area of the city, where we`ll share the role of English tour guide between each member of the class.   Immersing yourself in the language is a great way to activate your existing skills and push yourself to a higher level of confidence.

Carrots with mustard seeds? Chicken with dried apricots? Find out how everyday food can be transformed into exotic delicacies, the infinite variety of the North Indian Cuisine! As well as how to say "Nelken" or "Schublade" in English! Don't forget a dishcloth, your favorite drink and a few plastic boxes to take extra food home in!

Two stellar Booker Prize winners in a 10-week book group: Michael Ondaatje's The English Patient and A.S. Byatt's Possession. These are absorbing, unforgettable novels full of love, secrets, and discoveries – where the past reshapes the present. Expect roughly 850–960 pages total, averaging about 90–100 pages per week (edition-dependent). English learners will expand vocabulary, become comfortable with useful literary terms (plot, voice, symbolism, theme, and so on), and build confidence discussing characters and ideas in natural, fluent English.

Explore and discuss language and content from two historical texts over three evening sessions. This course is designed to help you practice speaking in English, with a focus on descriptive language and storytelling around inspiring personal and historical events. You will encounter excellent writing and take part in lively discussions, helping you discover your authentic voice and tell your own story in English. Please take the placement test before registering to ensure the course is a good fit.

Reading and sharing your thoughts about what you’ve read is simply a wonderful way to not only keep up your English, but to stay in touch with the world of images and ideas. Selected with an eye towards variety as well as public recognition, each book will be read and then discussed for two pleasant and inspiring evenings. . Please try to read the whole book by the time we have our first session so you can freely share your thoughts and impressions.

Tauchen Sie ein in die Welt englischsprachiger Bilderbücher!  In entspannter Atmosphäre liest eine erfahrene Englischdozentin aus ausgewählten Kinderbüchern vor, erklärt Wortschatz und gibt Einblicke in Sprache und Kultur. Gemeinsam mit Kind oder Enkelkind oder auch allein– diese Lesestunde lädt zum Zuhören, Mitsprechen und Genießen ein und lässt Kinder Englisch spielerisch entdecken. Die Teilnahme von Kindern ist nur in Begleitung einer erwachsenen Person möglich.