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Michael Schmitz
Teaching German since 1999
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You already know English - and that is a bigger asset than you think. My approach puts that knowledge to work immediately. Crystal-clear explanations mean you will never leave a lesson with lingering doubts. You will learn to recognise patterns that cut your learning time dramatically. Focus on what matters at your current level, build the right foundation, and by the time you finish B2 people will stop switching to English when they hear you speak.
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Understand what can be understood. Memorise what cannot. It is that mix that makes the music. I will show you exactly how to make anything stick - using memory techniques that are proven, lasting, and require zero special talent. German will not just be explained to you. You will practise it in a way that makes it intuitive. Because fluency means speaking without planning ahead - and that is entirely achievable.
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"I've been taking the A1 course for a couple of weeks and so far have nothing but good things to say about. It will not make you fluent overnight but I am surprised by how much I am retaining and how often I will see German words which I can figure out the meaning of. Michael's coursework and personality are both very engaging [...]"
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"Best German course on the web. Loved it, everything is broken down to pieces. You play and absorb all the words. It's time consuming though. I would recommend it. 100%"
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July 2025
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"Love his way of creative teaching. Definitely worth checking out especially if you are into etymology and sick of traditional language learning. Very well put, thought out course program."
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Sep 2025
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German
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Two professional German tutors discuss what actually works when learning German. Real answers on technique, motivation, and making progress. New episodes every two weeks.
All EpisodesGerman Listening: Why it's so HARD and how to GET BETTER!
Why is understanding native German speakers so challenging? Michael and Alessio explore the common struggles...
Der, Die, Das - How to Learn German Genders and Articles
German noun genders driving you crazy? Michael and Alessio discuss effective methods for remembering whether...
How to Prepare for German Language Exams
Planning to take Goethe, TELC, or TestDaF? Michael and Alessio share their best strategies for exam...
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Original German songs written for my courses. Each one teaches real grammar and vocabulary at the right level. Listen, read along, and absorb German naturally. From A1 to B1.
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