CELTA, Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, is an internationally recognised initial qualification for English language teaching to adults. CELTA blended learning courses are suitable for people who have other commitments during the week or live outside of Munich and therefore do not have time to complete an intensive course. For further information and to apply please visit www.mvhs.de/celta.

For years, the "English-only" approach has dominated ELT methodology. However, a growing body of research and practical experience suggests that judiciously incorporating students' L1 can be a powerful tool to enhance learning, build confidence, and foster a more inclusive classroom environment. Especially the A levels can benefit from some L1 support to build foundational understanding, and some adult learners feel overwhelmed and may disengage without occasional L1 support. Rather than a blanket method, a more flexible, learner-centered strategy—primarily in English but open to brief, purposeful use of the L1—tends to be more effective in practice, thus avoiding frustration or misunderstanding. Through discussion and hands-on activities we will explore the arguments for and against using L1 and discuss when and where it should be used to create a more effective and empowering learning experience.

Machen Sie sich bereit für das neue Semester mit unserem eintägigen B1-Kompaktkurs! Dieser Intensiv-Workshop richtet sich an Lernende, die bereits auf dem Niveau B1 sind, und hat zum Ziel, Ihre Englischkenntnisse kurz und effizient aufzufrischen. An nur einem Tag wiederholen wir die wichtigsten Grammatikpunkte und den Wortschatz – perfekt für eine schnelle Auffrischung, bevor Sie mit dem neuen Kurs anfangen.

We learn English to speak and interact with other humans. Yet, machines can provide support in your learning process. While using tools cannot make you fluent and should not be the only resource, AI can help you with correcting your grammar, checking your writing, and helping improve certain skills. We will also check the reliability of results and show you for what purposes AI makes sense, and when it is useful and necessary to mix AI with real world learning to really master the language. Wir lernen Englisch, um mit anderen Menschen zu kommunizieren. Können Maschinen Sie bei Ihrem Lernprozess unterstützen? Auch wenn KI Sie nicht zum fließenden Sprechen bringt und nicht die einzige Quelle sein sollte, kann sie Ihnen helfen, Ihre Grammatik zu korrigieren, Geschriebenes zu überprüfen und einzelne Fertigkeiten zu verbessern. Wir werden auch die Zuverlässigkeit der Ergebnisse prüfen und Ihnen zeigen, für welche Zwecke KI sinnvoll ist und wann es besser und notwendig ist, KI mit Unterricht zu kombinieren, um die Sprache gut zu beherrschen.

CELTA, Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, is an internationally recognised initial qualification for English language teaching to adults. This is an intensive course and runs over 4 weeks, Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pm. It is suitable for candidates who are prepared to put their life on hold for 4 weeks (including weekends). For further information please visit www.mvhs.de/celta

With a new competitor on the market, ELT teachers need to up their game to keep students coming to the face-to-face or online classroom. This session moves beyond the hype and fear surrounding AI to explore its practical applications and potential impact on our roles as educators. We will critically examine the capabilities of current AI tools and discuss how they can be strategically integrated into the EFL classroom to enhance teaching and learning – without replacing the invaluable human element.