Pre-service and Early Career Languages Educators Networking Session
We have set aside time and space for teachers new to the profession to come together and get to know others in the same situation. Andrea will talk briefly about support available from the MLTAV and specific language associations for early career Languages educators. There will be time for questions, ideas and experiences with your […]
Evidence-based Supports and Strategies to Help Everyone Feel Safe and Happy while Learning Languages
Dr Matt Harrison, Senior Lecturer in Learning Intervention at the University of Melbourne, will present the opening keynote address. Every classroom is neurodiverse: every student (and teacher) will have a different way of thinking, feeling and learning. New research into ways we can support neurodivergent students AND teachers in our schools suggests there are benefits for everybody. In […]
Literacy through Languages
Attend this session to hear how Languages teachers have trialed new literacy strategies in their classrooms through an MLTAV supported Action Research project. These projects aim to have an impact on student learning and also on aligning English and TL literacy strategies.
Language through Theatre
Simon and Tina Storey offer a unique program that uses theatre to engage students to learn a new language. Tina is German and Simon is fluent after living there for 12 years. They began the program to teach the German language through theatre and are currently working with the Education Department in Victoria to bring […]
Explore the Power of Brain Breaks
Led by an experienced language educator, this session will delve into the importance of incorporating short, energising activities to promote focus, engagement, and retention among young learners. Participants will discover a variety of fun and effective brain break strategies that can be used in the Languages classroom or wider school environment. From quick language games […]
Bilingual Schools 2024-2026: Trends, Horizons & Opportunities (Part 2)
This workshop explores examples of how teachers and schools outside Australia are strengthening bilingual programs through curricula innovation, collaboration and communication. Note: this is a 90-minute session (Workshop 4 & 5)
Fostering Curiosity and Engagement in the Middle Years through the MYP Curriculum
This workshop will share with non-IB educators how the MYP (Middle Years Program) curriculum is structured, with a special focus on how the inquiry approach stimulates the learners’ curiosity, driving greater engagement. While the IB “terminology” may initially appear complex (concept-based curriculum, global context, phases, Approaches to Learning, assessment types/rubrics…) Julia and Emilie will show […]
Unpacking the Victorian Curriculum F-10 Version 2 for Phase 1 and Phase 2 Languages
In this session, we will “unpack” the key changes that have been made in Version 2 of the Victorian Curriculum F-10 for Phase 1 and Phase 2 Languages (Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Modern Greek and Spanish). We will explain structural changes, some new features and explain what looks different and what has […]
Literacy through Languages
Attend this session to hear how Languages teachers have trialed new literacy strategies in their classrooms through an MLTAV supported Action Research project. These projects aim to have an impact on student learning and also on aligning English and TL literacy strategies.
Gender Inclusive Project
In this workshop, Jenny Jeffrey, a secondary school French teacher, will share insights from her action research project on integrating gender-just pedagogies into her teaching practice. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore key principles and practical strategies for fostering a more inclusive language classroom at any level.