Description
In collaboration with Together for Humanity, AISWA is offering a workshop for school leaders and teachers from all disciplines. This workshop aims to enhance intercultural understanding, provide classroom strategies, and guide the development of a whole-school plan. Kate Xavier, the Professional Learning Lead from Together for Humanity, will present successful examples of whole-school approaches to building intercultural competence. Participants will engage in discussions about scenarios and strategies for handling various situations. With intercultural understanding now part of the mandated curriculum, schools are required to upskill their staff in this area. Join us to access valuable resources, learn from other schools and teachers, and create a roadmap for your school.
Presenters
Clare Slyth (AISWA Staff)
Consultant | Teaching And Learning
Clare is one of our Teaching and Learning Consultants for Languages. She provides support, advice and professional learning to schools on teaching strategies, curriculum, and resources. Prior to this role, Clare taught Mandarin for 6 years in a primary context, with experience in using and training others in the WA Curriculum. Previously, she worked as an EALD teacher in Shanghai, China. Apart from Mandarin, she has learned to speak French, Thai and Romanian. Clare is passionate about sharing effective teaching practices and methodologies with teachers and seeing them succeed in their language teaching.
Kate Xavier
Kate is the Professional Learning Lead at TFH where she is passionate about supporting teachers and school communities foster inclusive school environments that enhance belonging for all. Kate has worked with school communities delivering professional learning and consultancy support to develop whole-school approaches to belonging, resilience and respect in her previous role at the Association of Independent Schools of NSW. A NESA Accredited teacher, she taught Human Society and its Environment (HSIE), specialising in Studies of Religion for 15 years. Her interests include anti-racism education, countering far-right extremism, fostering student voice and culturally responsive pedagogies. Kate is committed to community building and fostering interfaith solidarity. Kate is Chair of the Interfaith Commission, a member of the NSW Faith Affairs Council, and a member of the Abraham Conference organising committee.
Terms & Conditions
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Segments
Developing Intercultural Competence within schools
Date / Time
5 Aug 2024 Starts: 09:00 Finishes: 15:00Delivery Format : In Person
PL Hours : 6.00
Learning Area
- Languages
School Area
- Primary (P-6)
- Middle Primary (3-6)
- Secondary (7-10)