Learn to teach German with confidence online at IU Southeast
The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in German at IU Southeast is a fully online program designed for future educators who want to teach German at the secondary level. Whether you’re transitioning into teaching or enhancing your language education background, this degree helps you grow as both a communicator and instructor.
You’ll deepen your understanding of German language and culture while gaining practical teaching strategies that meet the needs of today’s unique learners, all in a format that fits your schedule.
Strengthen your German and develop as an educator
This program helps you become a confident, capable German teacher. You’ll study topics like:
- Advanced spoken and written German
- German literature and cultural studies
- Language teaching methods and pedagogy
- Classroom technology and student engagement
You’ll also complete field experiences that connect theory with practice and prepare you for licensure and certification. You’ll graduate prepared to teach with mastery at the middle and high school level in Indiana.
A flexible degree designed for working professionals
The MAT in German is fully online, making it ideal for working adults, people changing careers, and recent graduates. You’ll receive personalized support from faculty and advisors as you complete coursework and required teaching experiences in your own community. This program is designed to help you meet Indiana state licensure requirements and step confidently into a teaching role. You’ll advance your career as a German teacher in a way that allows you to keep up with your work and life commitments.
Careers
Graduates of the MAT in German are well-prepared to teach in a range of educational settings. Career paths include:
- High school German teacher
- Middle school German teacher
- Dual-language or immersion program instructor
- Online German language educator
- Curriculum or instructional specialist
With strong language skills and teaching credentials, you’ll be ready to inspire students and bring the German-speaking world into your classroom.
Degree Information
120 Credit hours
Minimum culumulative GPA of 2.0
100% Online
Degree requirements
Please visit the IU Southeast Bulletin website for specific degree requirements.