die Hospitation
Translation
observation (of a lesson), job shadowing, visiting internship
Examples
Ich mache eine Hospitation in der Schule.
I am doing a classroom observation at the school.
Die Hospitation ist Teil der Lehrerausbildung.
The observation is part of teacher training.
Grammar Patterns
to do an observation ((et4)) to do an observation I am doing an observation.
an observation at/in ((et3)) an observation at a place She is doing an observation at a company.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Beobachtung (observation), Unterrichtsbesuch (lesson visit); Related: Praktikum (internship)
Etymology
From Latin 'hospitari' (to be a guest). It implies visiting a place like a guest to observe.
Memory Tips
Shares the same root as 'Hospital'. Think of being a 'guest' ('hospes') in a classroom or workplace to observe and learn.