​The Languages and Culture team is seeking teachers of Indonesian from NSW public schools to present at the Indonesian Teachers’ Conference, on Friday 2 November 2018 at Sydney University.
 
The theme of the conference is Kinerja kita, Semangat kita

We are seeking presenters for workshops including:

• - innovative and effective classroom teaching and learning strategies
• - new K-10 Indonesian syllabus programming and assessment
• - Stage 6 assessment strategies [Indonesian Beginners and Continuers]
• - Stage 6 course prescriptions [Indonesian Extension and Japanese and Literacy]


• We would be happy to receive suggestions for workshops on any other relevant themes.

​Please see the attached form for further details.

Teachers are welcome to express an interest in presenting more than one workshop. Please note that applications must be submitted by no later than 5pm on Monday 15 October 2018 to allow adequate time for planning and editing.

All final presentations must be submitted by 5pm Friday 26 October 2018.

Non-departmental teachers are also invited to present – please contact Merryl Wahlin if you teach in the independent or Catholic school sectors and would like to express your interest.

For further information, please contact Maxine Acosta, Language Officer on 9266 8540.

Learning Options has 7 grant-funded places remaining on our 7-19 January 2018 immersion learning program based in Bali, Indonesia. Expand your leadership and management skills as you immerse yourself in the themes of language, sustainability, innovation and leadership. 
 
Successful applicants will spend 5 days undertaking 20 hours of Bahasa Indonesia language training combined with cultural activities. This week you will be with a homestay family in Denpasar.
 
A further 7 days will be spent undertaking a customised program of learning activities, including site visits to social enterprises to case-study business models that apply commercial strategies to maximise human and environmental wellbeing.
 
Successful applicants will also spend time at the Green School immersed in an experiential and innovative program of activities focused on sustainability principles and practice as it relates to enterprise, education and community.
 
The program is suitable for those with complete beginner or intermediate Bahasa Indonesia skills. 
 
The government grant covers the cost of the program – you only need to pay your airfare to Bali, some meals, a community donation ($100) and your personal expenses.
 
If you are keen to find out more, please email karen@learningoptions.com.au

For more information, view the information package at https://goo.gl/JuyFCx

The Balai Bahasa Indonesia (ACT) is organising a tour to Sulawesi for teachers and educators in January 2017. This five-day working visit to a school in Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi will take you to a rapidly developing corner of Indonesia that is little-known to foreigners. 

Please see the flyer below for more details or visit ​http://bbiact.wordpress.com

Applications for the Australia–Indonesia BRIDGE School Partnerships Project close on 14 October.

Don't miss this excellent opportunity for your school to be involved in a fully supported sister-school partnership with a school in Indonesia!

​Visit the AEF website at http://www.asiaeducation.edu.au/programmes/school-partnerships/participating-countries/indonesia for more information.

For any further enquiries, please contact International Programs Manager Aaron O’Shannessy on a.oshannessy@asialink.unimelb.edu.au (03) 8344 3584.

Exciting news for teachers of Indonesian on the North Coast. Southern Cross Distance Education, in conjunction with the MLTA, will be holding a workshop for Indonesian teachers in the area on Friday 25 November 2016. The workshop is open to all teachers of Indonesian K-12.

See the flyer below for more detail or contact Ibu Ilian Yang at ilian.yang@det.nsw.edu.au for further information. 

To register click here. Registrations close 30 October 2016.

Dear friends

This is a reminder that there is less than 2 weeks left to register for the 2016 Australian Society of Indonesian Language Educators (ASILE) Conference. 

Held over the weekend, Friday 30 September - Sunday October 2, this will be the biggest and best event on the Indonesian professional learning calendar for the next 2 years! 

Catering to the needs of those teaching in the Early Years, right through to Tertiary, we have something in the program for everyone! Check out the program now - available on the 2016 ASILE Conference website.

Day 1: http://asileconference2016.weebly.com/day-1-conference-program-2016.html 

Day 2: http://asileconference2016.weebly.com/day-2-conference-program-2016.html 

To secure your spot at this year's conference, head to http://2016asile.simpletix.com/ and purchase your registration now!

While you're at it, don't forget to book your spot at the ASILE Conference Dinner! The ASILE Conference Dinner will be held at Adelaide Oval in the evening of Saturday October 1. 

Situated in the stunning Cathedral Room, you'll enjoy a 3-course meal, 3-hour drinks package as well as the soulful sounds of an international performer - Miki J. 

Michael Herman Jakarimilena, popularly known as Miki J, will be performing at this year's ASILE Conference Dinner. He was born in Jayapura, Papua and is a singer who gained popularity as a top four finalist of the first season of Indonesian Idol. After his success on the show, Miki J continues to win many hearts across Indonesia and the world with a singing style that is full of soulful inspiration. Check out Michael's Facebook Page for more information about his stellar career.

Numbers are STRICTLY LIMITED! Book now!

For more information about the ASILE Conference, check out our website: http://asileconference2016.weebly.com/

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any queries about the 2016 ASILE Conference.

Salam hangat,
Brent

Brent Bloffwitch | Co-chair
Australian Society of Indonesian Language Educators (ASILE)
P | 0413 908 456
E | bbloffwitch@gmail.com
2016 ASILE Website

Teachers of Indonesian from across Australia are invited to attend the 2016 Australian Society of Indonesian Language Educators (ASILE) Conference at Flinders University, Adelaide from 30 September - 2 October this year.

The theme for the conference is "INDOVASI menuju paradigma baru" (Moving into a new paradigm) in Indonesian language education. The conference will explore the future of Indonesian language teaching and research across Australia and aims for particpants to:

• - Gain insights into the current trends in Indonesian language and cultures education in Australia and internationally.
• - Focus on language education at all levels including, early years, primary, middle and senior levels of schooling as well as tertiary education, exploring Indonesian language learning as a continuum.
• - Learn from exemplary leaders in the field of languages and cultures education.
• - Develop strategies to plan and implement engaging teaching and learning programs designed to improve the learning outcomes for students at all levels of education.
• - Update and improve cultural and linguistic competencies.
• - Engage with peers

For more information see the flyer below, or visit the conference website at ​http://asileconference2016.weebly.com/asileconference2016.weebly.com/

The Board of Studies, Teaching and Educational Standards NSW (BOSTES) maintains a register of writers and reviewers to assist with syllabus development processes in NSW.

Teachers with expertise in writing and reviewing syllabuses, support documents, work samples or units of work are invited to express their interest in being included on the register.

​Expression of interest forms can be downloaded from the BOSTES website. For further information, please contact Rhonda Clarke on (02) 9367 8246 or rhonda.clarke@bostes.nsw.edu.au. ​