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Call for presenters — NSW Cross-sectoral Indonesian Teachers' Conference

28/9/2018

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.

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Incorporating Intercultural Language Learning – online seminar from Macquarie University

28/9/2018

Macquarie Japanese Studies Centre is offering an online, self-paced course, Incorporating Intercultural Language Learning, an online version of the face-to-face seminar presented by Professor Angela Scarino in August.All language teachers in NSW are invited to attend. Completion of the course will contribute to 2 hours of NESA registered professional development addressing standards 1.3.2, 6.2.2 and 6.4.2 towards maintaining accreditation at Proficient Teachers level in NSW.

Enrolment opened on 27 September 2018 and will close on 21 October 2018, for course completion between 22 October and 18 November 2018. The course cost is $25 and is a two hour, self-paced module.

For more information visit the website, or contact the facilitator, Tomoko Koyama at the Macquarie Japanese Studies Centre.

Reminder: Greek Language Teachers' Conference 2018

24/9/2018

The Greek Language Teachers' Conference 2018 is only 3 weeks away!

Don't forget to register now online through MyPL

If you have any enquiries about registration please contact Ashley Nouris or Maria Harissi on 9244 5284
or via email

ashley.nouris@det.nsw.edu.au
maria.harissi@det.nsw.edua.u

See you all there!

Spanish Language Teacher's Conference 2018

17/9/2018

The Spanish Language Teachers Conference is open for registration.

Register your details on MyPL now to secure your spot at the conference!

Reminder: Greek Language Teachers Conference 2018

17/9/2018

The Greek Language Teachers Conference for 2018 is fast approaching!

Do not forget to register via MyPL.

We hope to see you there!

Language Teacher Networks Term 3 meeting Thursday 27 September – Macarthur

12/9/2018

The Language Teacher Network – Macarthur will hold its inaugural meeting on Thursday 27 September at Elderslie High School.

Enrolment is via MyPL. Search for course code: NR18042 then choose the appropriate session.

Date: Thursday 27 September 2018
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
Venue: Elderslie High School
Agenda:

- Meet and greet
- Identify professional learning needs

For further details please see the attached flyer.

All language teachers K-12, teaching or living in the area, are welcome to attend

Networks are a great way to stay fresh, get new inspiration and be supported.

To join the Macarthur network contact the Network Leader Fred Tan.

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Language Teacher Networks Term 3 meeting Thursday 20 September – Hunter/Newcastle

12/9/2018

The Language Teacher Network – Hunter/Newcastle will hold its Term 3 meeting on Thursday 20 September at Francis Greenway High School.

Enrolment is via MyPL. Search for course code: NR18042 then choose the appropriate session.

Date: Thursday 20 September 2018
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Venue: Francis Greenway High School
Agenda:

- Assessment for new K-10 syllabus
- TeachMeet resource sharing
- Future directions

For further details please see the attached flyer.

All language teachers K-12, teaching or living in the area, are welcome to attend.
Networks are a great way to stay fresh, get new inspiration and be supported.

Contact: Coreena Allen – Network Leader

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NESA news – public consultations for NSW curriculum

12/9/2018

NESA has begun a public consultation on the NSW curriculum that will run from 3 September to 30 November 2018. Teachers may choose to participate in the consultation in a number of ways. They may choose to provide quick feedback , provide an online submission or attend one of 14 roadshows that are being held in regional and metro communities across NSW.

The September roadshows are as follows:
- 17 September: Coffs Harbour – Pacific Bay Resort, 4-6 pm
- 18 September: Tamworth – West Tamworth Leagues Club, 4-6 pm

For further information, please visit the website.

SBS National Languages Competition 2018

12/9/2018

Radio presents the SBS National Languages Competition 2018 to encourage and celebrate a love of learning languages in Australia. For the first time, the competition is open to Australians of all ages who are learning a language, including those learning English.

The competition is open from Monday 15 October until Sunday 18 November 2018.

Visit the website for more details on how to enter.
https://www.sbs.com.au/radio/national-languages-competition-2018

Language Teacher Networks Term 3 meeting Thursday 20 September – Illawarra

12/9/2018

The Language Teacher Network – Illawarra will hold its Term 3 meeting on Thursday 20 September at Smith's Hill High School.

Enrolment is via MyPL. Search for course code: NR18042 then choose the appropriate session.

Date: Thursday 20 September 2018
Time: 3:30-4:30pm
Venue: Smith's Hill High School
Agenda: Assessment and syllabus familiarisation

For further details please see the attached flyer.
All language teachers K-12, teaching or living in the area, are welcome to attend
Networks are a great way to stay fresh, get new inspiration and be supported.

Contact: Rachel Schilbe – Network Leader

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