Be inspired by our guest speaker, Melissa Gould-Drakeley, Director Curriculum Development 7-10, at NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). Melissa was formerly Curriculum Inspector Languages at NESA and prior to that, Dean of Studies at an independent K-12 school in Sydney. Melissa taught Indonesian, French, English and EAL/D for 30 years in NSW and the ACT. She has a strong interest in curriculum, innovative teaching and learning,

 

In her keynote address, Melissa will provide an introduction to the conference themes ‘innovation, integration and inclusiveness’. She will outline what innovation looks like in language learning and the reasons for embracing innovation. She will highlight aspects of integration in languages education and provide an overview of inclusive practice in language classrooms.

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Workshop Sessions: Dive deep into a variety of topics from the latest in educational technology to collaborative and impactful methodologies:

• Supporting Curriculum Reform through Primary Languages Networks

• Unlocking ChatGPT: A tool for Language Teaching Preparation  

• Nurturing all Language Learners

• Podcasting for Enhanced Learning in the Language Classroom 

• Engaging Language Learning 

• Welcome to TikTokyo: Using short form video for engagement in languages 

• Differentiation strategies in the language classroom 

• Bridging the gap: Making Written texts accessible for Learners with Reading difficulties 

• Embedding Aboriginal pedagogies in language teaching K-10 

• The role of metacognition in developing Agency in the elementary language learner 

• Using AI to create resources in Languages 

• Linguistic and Cultural Diversity in Australia - How should Education Respond? 

• MLTANSW Linguafest - Practical advice for new and experienced participants 

• TPR - Kinesthetic Language Learning (K-2) 

• Using Critical thinking pedagogy to nurture intercultural capability in the language's classroom

 

Networking Opportunities: Connect with fellow educators and industry professionals during breaks. Exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and build your Language teaching network.

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The interactive program is available below, it is intended for online viewing, please be mindful of the environment and use a digital copy.