Category: Stage 4

New resources to support syllabus implementation in Stage 4

4/9/2019

The Languages and Culture team has published new resources to support teachers of Stage 4 in implementing the new syllabuses.

All our resources are housed on our website: education.nsw.gov.au/languages

We have published the following resources.

French

- Stage 4 scope and sequence
- Stage 4 sample assessment task
- Sample assessment schedule
- Stage 4 unit starter

Japanese

- Stage 4 scope and sequence
- Stage 4 sample assessment task
- Sample assessment schedule
- Stage 4 unit starter

Korean

- Stage 4 scope and sequence
- Sample assessment schedule

Spanish

- Stage 4 scope and sequence
- Sample assessment schedule

Remember, all K-10 language syllabuses (2017 and later) are underpinned by the Languages K-10 Framework so it's worth looking at materials for all languages, not just the one/s you teach.

We also have sample unit of work templates, programming guidelines and a planning tool available on our Stages 4 and 5 landing page, under the heading 'Programming'.

Our support continues and we will add more materials as they become available.

Support document for head teachers of languages (especially those without a languages teaching background)

6/8/2019

The Languages and Culture team has developed a support document to assist non-languages trained head teachers and executive who supervise teachers of languages.

The document aims to:
- raise awareness of the importance of languages education
- provide an overview of language syllabuses K-10
- provide an overview of Stage 6 language syllabuses and eligibility requirements
- outline professional learning opportunities and support available to language teachers.

The document is available on our website, along with a comprehensive range of other resources for language teachers.

We also recommend the document for all language teachers and Head Teachers, Languages.

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Support document for head teachers of languages (especially those without a languages teaching background)

15/6/2019

The Languages and Culture team has developed a support document to assist non-languages trained head teachers and executive who supervise teachers of languages, however we recommend all language teachers 7-12 read this important information.

The document aims to:
- raise awareness of the importance of languages education
- provide an overview of language syllabuses K-10
- provide an overview of Stage 6 language syllabuses and eligibility requirements
- outline professional learning opportunities and support available to language teachers.

The document is available on our website, along with a comprehensive range of other resources for language teachers.

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NSW Department of Education languages 7-10 programming support workshops 2019

28/2/2019

The Languages and Culture team are once again offering free collaborative languages 7-10 programming support workshops in 2019. These workshops are available for Stages 4 and 5 languages teachers in NSW public schools to reflect on the implications of the 8 new K-10 language syllabuses (Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean and Spanish) to be implemented from 2019 and to work with a facilitator to collaboratively program for a range of contexts.

Please read the attached flyer and complete the online eligibility form, as eligibility rules apply to attend.

Travel and accommodation subsidies for rural and remote teachers are available to attend.

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EOI language-specific writers for Stages 4 and 5 – applications extended until 10 September

31/8/2018

Due to insufficient applications, the Languages and Culture team is extending the deadline until Monday 10 September (with the exception of Japanese, for which we have received sufficient applications).

The Languages and Culture team is seeking experienced secondary teachers of languages to develop sample scope and sequences, units of work and assessment tasks for publication on https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/key-learning-areas/languages

The language-specific writing teams will consist of up to 3 teachers for each of the following languages:

- Chinese
- French
- German
- Indonesian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Spanish.

Language-specific writers require expertise in the target language and be experienced in programming for Stages 4 and 5.

In addition, applicants must have attended one of our Languages K-10 Framework and Syllabus Familiarisation and Planning Workshops 2018.

Teachers from all areas of NSW are encouraged to apply. To be eligible, teachers must be permanent or temporary in a NSW public secondary school.

Successful applicants will be required to attend training and/or writing days at our offices in Darlinghurst for up to 5 days. The location is negotiable after the first day of training.

The positions will commence mid-late Term 3.

The Languages and Culture team will provide release to attend training and/or writing days. Travel and accommodation costs may also be reimbursed, if required.

Selection criteria (to be addressed in a statement of claim, not exceeding one A4 page):

- language teacher or executive member (with language-teaching background) at a NSW public secondary school – permanent or temporary
- capacity to develop and design high-quality resources and support material to support the implementation of the new K-10 language syllabuses
- demonstrated ability to work as part of a collaborative team
- comprehensive knowledge of the relevant new syllabus document, including participation at a syllabus familiarisation and planning workshop (please indicate date and venue in your application).

All applications require the endorsement of the applicant’s current principal. Please attach one A4 page addressing the selection criteria to the expression of interest form, and email as a PDF to maxine.acosta4@det.nsw.edu.au by 5pm Monday 10 September 2018. (Please note that the date on the attached PDF has not been updated.)

For further information contact Maxine Acosta, Language Officer on 9266 8540 or via email.

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Important advice (correction) regarding the mandatory 100 hours in Stage 4/Stage 5

28/8/2018

At our recent K-10 syllabus workshops, many teachers have asked "Is it still possible to do the mandatory hours in Year 9?". We had advised that the mandatory 100 hours for the eight new syllabuses must be taught in Stage 4 from 2019, but this advice was incorrect.

We have sought clarification from NESA, and the answer is yes, it is still possible to do the mandatory 100 hours in Year 9 (or in Year 10).

NESA has advised that there are currently no changes to the mandatory requirements with the implementation of the new syllabuses. The mandatory requirement can be taught anywhere between Years 7 to 10, but preferably in Stage 4. (Reference: https://ace.nesa.nsw.edu.au/ace-4007)

Seeking language-specific writers for Stages 4 and 5

14/8/2018

The Languages and Culture team is seeking experienced secondary teachers of languages to develop sample scope and sequences, units of work and assessment tasks for publication on https://education.nsw.gov.au/teaching-and-learning/curriculum/key-learning-areas/languages

The language-specific writing teams will consist of up to 3 teachers for each of the following languages:

- Chinese
- French
- German
- Indonesian
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Spanish.

Language-specific writers require expertise in the target language and be experienced in programming for Stages 4 and 5.

In addition, applicants must have attended one of our Languages K-10 Framework and Syllabus Familiarisation and Planning Workshops 2018.

Teachers from all areas of NSW are encouraged to apply. To be eligible, teachers must be permanent or temporary in a NSW public secondary school.

Successful applicants will be required to attend training and/or writing days at our offices in Darlinghurst for up to 5 days. The location is negotiable after the first day of training.

The positions will commence mid-late Term 3.

The Languages and Culture team will provide release to attend training and/or writing days. Travel and accommodation costs may also be reimbursed, if required.

Selection criteria (to be addressed in a statement of claim, not exceeding one A4 page):

- language teacher or executive member (with language-teaching background) at a NSW public secondary school – permanent or temporary
- capacity to develop and design high-quality resources and support material to support the implementation of the new K-10 language syllabuses
- demonstrated ability to work as part of a collaborative team
- comprehensive knowledge of the relevant new syllabus document, including participation at a syllabus familiarisation and planning workshop (please indicate date and venue in your application).

All applications require the endorsement of the applicant’s current principal. Please attach one A4 page addressing the selection criteria to the expression of interest form, and email as a PDF to maxine.acosta4@det.nsw.edu.au by 5pm Friday 31 August 2018.

For further information contact Maxine Acosta, Language Officer on 9266 8540 or via email.

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What are the new Stage 4 outcomes?

22/5/2018

Depending on which language you teach, there are either 8 or 9 outcomes (scripted languages have an additional outcome).

The outcomes differ for each Stage, and the new syllabuses feature a continuum of learning, explaining how students’ skills will develop across the years they are learning the language.

Life Skills outcomes are now linked to outcomes for Stages 4 and 5, making programming easier.

This infographic explores the Stage 4 outcomes.

For each outcome in the new syllabus, teachers will see content provided for the 3 broad learner groups – second/additional language learners, learners with prior learning/experience and learners with a background in the language. Teachers choose the most appropriate content for their learners.

The content is presented as dot points. These dot points are the intended learning and teachers are required to cover all dot points within each Stage. For each content dot point, the syllabus provides examples, which are presented as dash points. Teachers may use these, adapt these or create their own learning tasks and activities instead. The dash points are suggestions only.

The focus of all lessons in languages should be on authentic language use.

Have you seen the updated curriculum website?

14/11/2017

New resources have been uploaded, including sample units of works and assessment tasks for French, Italian and Indonesian for Stages 4 and 5.

Sample numeracy tasks developed by teachers can also be accessed on the Stages 4 and 5 page.

The Stage 6 page has some new sample units of work for French Beginners and Indonesian Beginners.

Teacher of 100 hours languages course - an exciting opportunity for teachers!!

11/11/2016

Expressions of interest are invited from permanent teachers of languages to deliver a blended learning trial of the 100 hours mandatory language program to rural and remote schools.

The successful applicant would be released from their school for 0.6 FTE for the 2017 school year.

The position involves developing and delivering content of Stage 4 language in a virtual environment to participating schools.

A statement of claim (no more than two A4 pages, size 12 font) addressing the four selection criteria and the signed expression of interest form as a PDF should be submitted to elisabeth.robertson@det.nsw.edu.au by 5pm on Friday 2 December 2016.

Please see attached forms for full details and to apply.

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