Date/Time:

16/03/2020 - 9:00 am - 11:00 am

Event Categories:

• Inclusive Education
• Professional Learning

Description:

EAL/D students represent a growing population in Independent schools, prompting schools to consider how best to support these students and their families.  Clear whole-school practice regarding enrolment, communication, shared understanding, language learning and access to the curriculum is necessary.

This two- hour workshop will assist school leaders and their staff in determining best practice within their school context.  Topics covered include:

Enrolment

• What information should I seek and how is it obtained?
• How do I best engage in open and supportive conversation?
• What supports are available for families? (NAP, Secondary School of English, parenting support)
• What additional information might be relevant for new arrival and refugee families?

Assessment and monitoring of language

• What tools and resources are available? (SA Department for Education Language and Literacy Levels, Australian Curriculum EAL/D Progressions)
• What professional learning is available for staff? (CEASA, SA Department for Education Language and Literacy Levels)

Inclusive Practice

• What does inclusion look like for EAL/D students?
• Advice within the Australian Curriculum to support rigour and engagement for EAL/D students.

Target Group

Teachers and leaders with responsibility for supporting EAL/D students and families.

There is no on-site parking available.  For parking options please refer to the parking map.  Tram stop #1 Greenhill Road is a 6-minute walk away.

For registration enquiries please contact Rae Dawkins.