Students should improve in German and Mathematics - Berlin Turns to Minecraft Education to Fix Failing Math and German Scores
Berlin’s Education Senator Katharina Günther-Wünsch has unveiled a new strategy, the 'Minecraft Education for Enhancing Educational Quality', to boost student performance in German and mathematics. The strategy aims to tackle the city’s long-standing underachievement in core subjects, replacing scattered, short-term fixes with a structured, evidence-based approach focused on measurable results.
Berlin students have struggled in national assessments, particularly in reading, writing, and math. Previous efforts to improve results often lacked coordination and consistency. The new strategy shifts to a unified system that tracks progress, expands proven teaching methods, and strengthens ties between schools, families, and support services.
At the same time, Günther-Wünsch has pushed through a law to upgrade teacher training. Universities will now offer master’s programs for career changers and integrate digital media education into the curriculum. The reforms also create clearer pathways between special education and mainstream teaching roles. These changes aim to raise teaching standards and encourage innovation in classrooms.
The overall goal is clear: more Berlin students must meet national minimum standards in language and math. Regular monitoring will ensure schools stay on track, while better-trained teachers and stronger support networks help students improve over time.
The strategy replaces piecemeal solutions with a long-term, data-driven plan. Schools will receive more resources, teachers will get specialised training, and student progress will be closely followed. If successful, the reforms could gradually close Berlin’s performance gap in key subjects.
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