Incorporating Indigenous Perspectives into the Languages Classroom

PL # 14338

  • Starting on 18 Nov 2024
  • Cancellation permitted until 12 Nov 2024
  • Event registrations closed on 12 Nov 2024

Delivery Format : In Person

Event registration is Closed

Description

This full-day workshop will explore authentic ways to weave Indigenous perspectives into the second language classroom.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories and cultures are a cross-curriculum priority in the Western Australian Curriculum. However, many language teachers feel they lack the deeper knowledge required to integrate these perspectives in a way that is both meaningful and respectful, rather than tokenistic.

This workshop will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to explore essential aspects of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and histories. By learning how to authentically incorporate Indigenous perspectives into their language teaching and making intercultural comparisons, participants will be able to create respectful and engaging language learning experiences that align with broader educational goals.

Presenters

Clare Slyth (AISWA Staff)

Consultant | Teaching And Learning

Clare Slyth <span>(AISWA Staff)</span>

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 Reitzenstein (AISWA Staff)

Consultant | Teaching And Learning - Languages

Kate Reitzenstein <span>(AISWA Staff)</span>

Kate Reitzenstein has worked as Consultant for Languages of the Association of Independent Schools of WA since 2014. She organises professional development activities and provides advice to schools and teachers on policy, curriculum and resources. Prior to this role, Kate worked as an Indonesian language teacher for fifteen years at three secondary schools, with experience using the Curriculum Framework and the Middle Years Program and Diploma Program of the International Baccalaureate curriculum. She has worked as an EFL/ESL teacher in Australia and abroad, and has had experience as an International Student Coordinator and at establishing overseas school partnerships and in-country study tours. Kate places importance on effective language teaching methodology and the need to link theory to practice in the Languages classroom.

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Segments

Incorporating Indigenous Perspectives into the Languages Classroom

Date / Time

18 Nov 2024 Starts: 09:00 Finishes: 15:00

Delivery Format : In Person

PL Hours : 6.00

Learning Area

  • Languages

School Area

  • Middle Primary (3-6)
  • Secondary (7-10)
  • Senior Secondary (11 - 12)

Event Contact

AITSL Standards