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Central European Training Institute

Job Shadowing: Lower and Upper Secondary Schools

Explore the dynamic world of Austrian secondary education through comprehensive job shadowing experiences. Observe how educators engage adolescent learners, implement subject-specific pedagogies, and prepare students for higher education and career pathways in Vienna's secondary schools.

Lower and Upper Secondary Schools

Teaching Methods

Project-based learning
Interdisciplinary modules
Digital learning environments

What You'll Observe

  • Language teaching methodologies
  • History and social studies approaches
  • Science laboratory sessions
  • ICT integration in classrooms
  • Classroom dynamics and student engagement

Guided Tours

Yes – comprehensive introduction to the Austrian grading and evaluation system, plus facility tours

Expected Outcomes

Pedagogical Exchange

Cross-national approaches to adolescent education and subject-specific teaching strategies

Language Exchange

Peer interaction with students and lesson observation in foreign languages

System Comparison

Understanding of tracking systems, subject specialization, and student assessment models

Subject Matter Focus

Core subjects, civic education, and digital literacy in secondary education

Key Features

Cross-curricular teaching approaches
Student assessment strategies
Technology-enhanced learning
Career preparation programs

What You'll Learn

  • Observe subject-specific teaching methodologies
  • Learn about student motivation strategies
  • Experience digital learning integration
  • Understand career guidance approaches
  • Network with secondary education experts

What's Included

  • Subject-specific classroom observations
  • Student-teacher interaction analysis
  • School culture immersion
  • Certificate of participation
  • Teaching methodology resources

Program Information

Duration:5-10 days
Group Size:2-8 participants
Languages:German (main), many schools offer English, French, Italian or Spanish as second/third languages
Partners:8 schools in different city zones
Training Hours:Approximately 16–20 hours over the program duration

Perfect For

  • Secondary school teachers
  • Subject specialists
  • School counselors
  • Education coordinators
  • Curriculum specialists

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