Keynote-Speaker

If you think there isn't much to tell about Klingon, you're very much mistaken. This language, which is called the most widely used language of its kind according to the Guinness Book of Records, offers a variety of multi-faceted topics. Depending on the topic, the presentation can last anywhere from 10 minutes (short keynote) to several hours. If desired, the Klingon expert will be happy to interact with the audience. Everyone should learn a few words of Klingon, because it creates a good atmosphere when you greet your colleagues in the next meeting with a friendly nuqneH - pronounced "nook-nekkh" -.

Surprisingly versatile

If you think there isn't much to tell about Klingon, you're very much mistaken. This language, which is called the most widely used language of its kind according to the Guinness Book of Records, offers a variety of multi-faceted topics. Depending on the topic, the presentation can last anywhere from 10 minutes (short keynote) to several hours. If desired, the Klingon expert will be happy to interact with the audience. Everyone should learn a few words of Klingon, because it creates a good atmosphere when you greet your colleagues in the next meeting with a friendly nuqneH - pronounced "nook-nekkh" -.

Some topics

Why Klingon is better

In a slightly provocative comparison, Litaer explains why it is simply more fun to learn Klingon and why he does not recommend the other film languages.

40 years of Klingon

In a detailed journey through time, Lieven L. Litaer takes you through the background and origins of this language. This lecture is not only suitable for Trekkies, but also inspires Star Trek “beginners”.

Klingonisch in Film & TV

You'll be surprised at how often Klingon is spoken in series and movies. Lieven L. Litaer uses examples to show where the Klingon language is used and what effect filmmakers achieve with the use of this artificial language.

Klingon in music

Es gibt viele medienwirksame Musikstücke und auch Opern, die auf Klingonisch gesungen wurden. Einige wurden virale Hits im Internet. Klingonisch-Experte Lieven L. Litaer kennt die Hintergründe dazu und teilt dieses Wissen gerne.

Digitaler Unterricht im Wandel der Zeit

Lieven L. Litaer is not only a speaker and author, but also the most renowned Klingon teacher in the German-speaking world. In this lecture, he uses Klingon as an example to show how teaching has developed in the digital age - from simple email via Facebook to Skype and other means.

Peinlich bis genial – Klingonische Werbung

Immer wieder wird Klingonisch geschickt in der Werbung verwendet, um Aufmerksamkeit zu erzeugen. Lieven L. Litaer zeigt Praxisbeispiele für den Einsatz von Klingonisch in der Werbung und auch peinliche Trittbrettfahrer.

Probleme automatischer Übersetzungstools

I believe I spider! – Schon mal einen automatisierten Übersetzungsdienst verwendet? Was hierbei alles schief gehen kann, zeigt Ihnen Lieven L. Litaer in diesem amüsanten Vortrag mit Bezug zur klingonischen Sprache. Beginnend mit einem Exkurs in die technische Vorgehensweise automatisierter Übersetzungsdienste, endet der Vortrag mit haarsträubenden Negativ-Beispiele. Sie dürfen gespannt sein!

Klingon in literature

In this lecture for those interested in languages, Lieven L. Litaer presents all the official books on the subject. Various Klingon translations also find their place in this lecture - including Shakespeare Hamlet, Der kleine Prinz und viele mehr.

Individual set-up for your event

Klingon is very versatile! The vocabulary covers pretty much every area of everyday life, every industry and every field of activity. We would be happy to adapt one of our lectures to your requirements. Contact us – we will advise you without obligation.

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