School Programs

Inside America

An intercultural experience in your classroom

Inside America offers students in the Freiburg administrative district the opportunity to experience the U.S. firsthand. To this end, visiting students from the U.S. come to the schools and bring their perspectives directly into the classroom.
Through personal interaction with the American students, authentic encounters develop that go far beyond traditional language instruction. The program thrives on conversations, shared activities, and direct interaction: Students improve their English skills in a playful way, hear personal stories, challenge stereotypes, and gain a deeper understanding of life in the U.S.

Target audience: Students of all grade levels
Language: English
Duration: 90 minutes
Location: at your school in the Freiburg administrative district

Costs:
Visiting student fee: €25 (plus travel expenses, if applicable)
Expert visit: €75 (plus travel expenses, if applicable)

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Check Your Facts!

Strengthening media literacy and improving English language skills!

Our interactive workshops are conducted in English and provide students with a hands-on understanding of how misinformation and AI-generated content—such as deepfakes and chatbots—are created and how they influence public opinion. Through creative projects—ranging from podcasts and short videos to social media posts—participants learn to critically evaluate content, verify facts, and navigate the digital world safely. At the same time, they improve their English skills, develop an understanding of cultural differences, and reflect on key challenges of the digital world—all with a practical focus, creativity, and fun.

A workshop that imparts knowledge, strengthens attitudes – and is fun!

Target audience: Students in grades 6–13
Language: English
Duration: 180 minutes
Location: at your school in the Freiburg administrative district
Costs: €25 (co-financed through funding)

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Apply Smart with AI

Job Application Training for Students

Prepare your students specifically for the next step after high school: “Apply Smart with AI” is an interactive workshop for high schools that provides practical guidance for the transition to college and careers—and is conducted entirely in English.
The workshop demonstrates how artificial intelligence can be used effectively as a supportive tool in application processes—for example, with resumes, cover letters, and strategic preparation. The clear focus is on the fact that AI complements the learning process but does not replace personal effort or judgment. At the same time, your students’ critical thinking skills are specifically strengthened.
A special emphasis is placed on fostering media and writing literacy. In addition, participants gain valuable insights into the differences between German and U.S. application and higher education cultures. Through practical exercises, they learn to critically analyze AI-generated content, revise it, and transform it into authentic application materials.
In addition, the workshop provides up-to-date guidance on when the use of AI is appropriate—and where it should be deliberately avoided.
Help your students start their future with competence, reflection, and self-confidence—even in English.

Workshops & Theater

In various collaborations, we regularly offer professional theater events and exciting workshops. All those interested in and friends of English-language theater are welcome to the theater events. Our workshops are specifically aimed at students and offer the opportunity to discuss and deepen exam-relevant topics with experienced teachers.

Teacher Training

Our training courses for teachers at grammar schools and secondary schools offer teachers the opportunity to explore topics relevant to teaching with experts and/or authors and to obtain new input and teaching materials for exciting and professional English lessons. Let yourself and your students benefit from our offers!

Visits & Tours

Die Bibliothek des Carl-Schurz-Hauses bietet Klassen- und Gruppenführungen für Schülerinnen und Schüler der Klassen 1 bis 13, Studierende von Universitäten, Berufs- und Fachschulen, Studierendengruppen und andere Interessierte an. Führungen können auf Deutsch oder auf Englisch gegeben werden und sind kostenfrei!
Während der Führung erfahren Sie mehr über die Geschichte und die Arbeit des Carl-Schurz-Hauses sowie die Nutzung der Bibliothek.
Außerdem besteht die Möglichkeit, unsere Räumlichkeiten nach der Führung zu nutzen, um über US-bezogene Themen zu sprechen oder unsere aktuelle Ausstellung zu besuchen.

Tours are best carried out outside of opening hours, i.e. before 11:30 a.m. or between 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m.

If you are interested, please send an email to our library director Victoria Zander or call us.

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