Languages Education for Global Competence
It is not uncommon to see Australian schools make bold claims about nurturing global citizens in their vision statements, yet very few can talk to an intentional approach to developing global competence beyond mentioning they have a Languages program. Whilst engagement with language learning by nature exposes students to opportunities to develop parts of “Intercultural […]
Building Student Agency through Functional Language and Micro-Progressions in the Primary Languages Classroom
In this practical, evidence-informed workshop, participants will explore how to use functional language and structured micro-progressions to empower young learners in the primary languages classroom. Drawing on real classroom examples from a Year 3–4 French program, this session will show how functional language – language students use to complete purposeful classroom tasks – can be […]
Surviving & Thriving in the First Years of Languages Teaching
All pre-service and early career teachers are encouraged to attend this session. We’ll discuss some of the supports provided by LTV and your Languages Associations and some wellbeing survival tips. You’ll have the opportunity to ask questions and share your own experiences. A key part of the session will be some easy ‘get-to-know-you’ language games […]
Implementing Explicit Teaching in Integrated Languages, Mathematics and Humanities Programs
How can explicit teaching strengthen both language learning and deep conceptual understanding in Mathematics and Humanities? This workshop explores practical strategies for implementing explicit teaching in an integrated Languages + Mathematics and Humanities program. Drawing on evidence-based pedagogy, participants will unpack how clear learning intentions, modelling, guided practice, and structured feedback can support students to […]
Resources and Strategies for Gender-expansive Language Education: An Open Access e-book for Teachers of Gendered Languages
As language teachers, we are aware of the impact of learning a new language in shaping identities, and its implications when it comes to set, reinforce or resist gender norms. In our role, we can promote a use of language that is respectful and inclusive of all our diverse students. However, when teaching gendered languages […]
Multi-languages, Multi-literacies: What Might the Victorian Curriculum 2.0 Have to Offer Multiliterate Teaching?
The workshop will explore how ideas of language and literacy are framed in the Victorian Curriculum 2.0, across English and additional languages. We will explore the opportunities afforded by a multilingual, multi-literate approach and how these are facilitated by the curriculum. The workshop will focus particularly on the Years 7-10 curriculum.
Sharing Victorian Curriculum 2.0 Units of Work
Hear from 3 teachers involved in the LTV VC2.0 Action Research Project as they share the Languages units they developed to align with VC2.0 and VTLM2.0
Neuro Pedagogy in Languages
How can insights from neuroscience enhance our teaching practices and deepen student engagement in the language classroom? This presentation explores neuro pedagogy – the intersection of cognitive science and education – offering practical, research-based strategies to align teaching with how the brain learns best. We’ll examine key concepts such as neuroplasticity, cognitive load, working memory, […]
