Since its publication, this introduction has proven itself worldwide in introductory courses for students of German as a foreign language, for exam preparation, and for self-study. German teachers who wish to familiarize themselves with the current state of discussion will also find the essentials presented here in a compact form. The focus is on teaching the German language in the classroom. The appendix includes exemplary teaching situations, a service section with a selection of useful teaching materials, important addresses, a comprehensive updated bibliography, and a subject index. Those who wish to delve deeper into specific issues will find suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter. It offers a wide range of information on nearly all aspects of German as a foreign language, maintaining a consistent connection between.