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What is the meaning of 'Bundesländer'?
Federal states in Germany responsible for managing education.
What is 'Grundschule'?
Elementary school in Germany, grades 1-4.
What is 'Hauptschule'?
A secondary school track focused on vocational training.
What is 'Realschule'?
A secondary school track with a higher academic standard than Hauptschule.
What is 'Gymnasium'?
A highly academic secondary school preparing students for university.
What is 'Gesamtschule'?
A comprehensive school combining different secondary tracks.
What is 'Abitur'?
The diploma received after graduating from Gymnasium, qualifying students for university.
What is 'Klassenlehrer'?
Homeroom teacher who stays with the same class from 5th grade onwards.
What is 'Leistungskurse'?
Honors courses in Gymnasium.
What is 'Berufsschule'?
Advanced vocational school.
What is the significance of the federal system in German education?
Education is managed by the 16 Bundesländer, leading to variations in curriculum and policies across Germany.
Why are school vacation dates staggered in Germany?
To avoid traffic jams, each state has a different vacation schedule that rotates yearly.
What is the purpose of the Hauptschule track?
To prepare students for skilled trades and industrial jobs through vocational training and apprenticeships.
What is the German grading scale?
The German grading scale ranges from 1 (best) to 6 (worst), where 1 is equivalent to an A and 6 is equivalent to an F.
How does the German Gymnasium differ from a typical US high school?
The Gymnasium is highly academic and prepares students specifically for university, while US high schools offer a more varied curriculum for different paths.
What is the role of 'Klassenlehrer' in German schools?
The 'Klassenlehrer' stays with the same class from 5th grade onwards, providing continuity and support.