Deaf-Mute Students: Teaching Beyond Silence Film

In the year 2014, a study paper was written for the Department of Didactics - Germanic Studies, with a grade of 1.7, at the Bavarian Julius-Maximilians University of Würzburg, Germany. The paper explores how the use of films in German language instruction can be intentional and didactically well-thought-out, presenting various possibilities within the framework of this study.

A key aspect is the reflective use of the medium, with a carefully selected choice of scenes and the subsequent examination of chosen themes and content. The assignments must always be tailored to the respective class, matching their interests and level of knowledge, in order to challenge the students without overburdening them.

The paper aims to address questions such as: How does the sound of falling snow feel? How much responsibility can I take on, and when do I burden myself with too much? What problems arise in puberty between parents and children? How does the process of separation from parents succeed, and why is this so important?

These questions will be explored using selected themes and scenes from the film "Jenseits der Stille" (Beyond Silence) by Caroline Link. The study will then demonstrate how certain content and themes from the film can be didactically processed and employed in German language instruction or in interdisciplinary teaching.

Where possible, references will be made to the curriculum for secondary school level 2, particularly for middle schools. The paper emphasizes the need for a well-considered approach to the use of film in the classroom, ensuring that the selection of scenes and the subsequent treatment of themes and content are tailored to the specific needs and abilities of the students.

By providing a thoughtful and structured framework for incorporating film into German language instruction, the study aims to enhance the learning experience and engage students in a more meaningful and effective way. The goal is to demonstrate how the strategic use of film can contribute to a more dynamic and enriching educational environment, fostering students' understanding, critical thinking, and personal growth.

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