The aim of every country is that graduated students should be able to acquire knowledge not only about reading, writing and calculating but also about the political present as well as the history of the world. Furthermore they should learn about sciences like physics, biology, chemistry and also about creative subjects such as music and arts. Every country has its own way to achieve this goal.
This essay describes the way of the English and the German education system to reach this goal and focuses on the differences between the primary and secondary stages. The first part will analyze the structure of the German system followed by an explanation of the English system. Afterwards a comparison between the academic year, the organization of the schools by the government and how schools adopt the national curriculum standards will be taken, as well as how a normal day at school differs in the two systems. At the end a personal conclusion about the topic will be drawn.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- The German Education System
- The Grundschule (Elementary School)
- Secondary Education
- Hauptschule (Vocational-Oriented School)
- Realschule (Intermediate School)
- Gymnasium (Academic High School)
- Gesamtschule (Comprehensive School)
- The English Education System
- Primary and Secondary School
- Sixth Form College and Grammar School
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay aims to provide a comparative analysis of the English and German education systems, focusing on the differences between their primary and secondary stages. The essay examines the structure of both systems, comparing their academic year, government organization, curriculum standards, and a typical school day.
- Comparison of the English and German education systems
- Differences in the structure and organization of primary and secondary education
- Analysis of the academic year, government involvement, and curriculum standards
- Contrasting the daily routines and classroom environments in both countries
- Personal reflections on the strengths and weaknesses of each system
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The essay begins by outlining the structure of the German education system, starting with compulsory schooling from age six in the Grundschule (elementary school). The essay then details the different types of secondary schools in Germany: Hauptschule, Realschule, Gymnasium, and Gesamtschule, each with a distinct academic focus. The essay concludes this section by highlighting the diverse options for higher education in Germany.
The essay then turns to the English education system, describing the compulsory schooling from age five and the progression from primary school to secondary school, also known as middle school. The essay then explains the transition to sixth form college or grammar school for students seeking higher education, culminating in the A-Levels qualification.
The essay concludes by comparing the two systems, highlighting key differences in compulsory education age, government involvement, academic year, and daily school life. The essay also discusses the varying subject offerings and classroom management practices in both countries.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The essay explores the English and German education systems, highlighting the differences in their structure, organization, and daily routines. Key topics include compulsory education age, government involvement, academic year, curriculum standards, subject offerings, and classroom management. The essay also touches upon the different pathways to higher education in both countries.
- Citation du texte
- Anna Berghe von Trips (Auteur), 2015, A comparison between the English and the German education system, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/306154
