Vasili Bachtsevanidis

Language, sound, and story have always been at the heart of his life. Whether teaching, writing, or speaking, he explores how words can inspire, connect, and transform the way we see the world.

Highlights of his journey include:

- Many years of experience teaching German as a Foreign and Second Language (DaF/DaZ) in Germany and abroad

- A key role in developing the DaZ teacher training module at the University of Cologne

- Co-author of numerous DSD exams for the Central Agency for Schools Abroad (ZfA)

- Extensive experience training teachers in language and literacy education for universities and BAMF programs

- Currently teaching German Didactics at Oslo Metropolitan University, where his research explores blended learning and creative teaching methods

- Author of widely used textbooks, including Hier!, Alpha, Intro DaZ Alphabetisierung, and Έλα

- Voice actor and speech coach for WDR, combining linguistic precision with a love for expression and sound

His work bridges the worlds of education and creativity—where the beauty of language meets the art of storytelling.