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May 2024 Newsletter
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A message from the MLTAWA President
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Dear MLTAWA Members,
As we finish the season of Djiran without our much needed rain, I am delighted to welcome you to the latest edition of the MLTAWA newsletter. It’s a busy time of year for all of us, filled with the flurry of writing reports and wrapping up various projects. Amidst this hustle, I want to highlight a few important opportunities and events that you won't want to miss.
First and foremost, don't forget to register for our upcoming conference. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow language teaching professionals, share your insights, and gain fresh perspectives that can enhance your teaching practices.
If you have innovative ideas or unique experiences to share, I encourage you to submit your abstracts. Your contributions are what make our conference rich and diverse, fostering a vibrant community of learning and growth.
Additionally, we are proud to continue the legacy of Nathan Harvey through our scholarship program and also the wonderful opportunity provided by AFMLTA. This is an excellent chance for members to receive support for their professional development. Please consider applying or encouraging a colleague to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity. You can also make a small contribution to the AFMLTA's scholarship fund.
Lastly, let’s take a moment to recognise the outstanding leadership within our schools. Nominations are now open for this year's Principal's Award. If you know a principal who has demonstrated exceptional support for Languages Education, please nominate them. Their efforts deserve to be celebrated.
Thank you for your dedication and hard work. Together, we are making a significant impact on the landscape of Languages Education in Western Australia. I look forward to reading your abstracts and seeing you at the conference.
Warm regards,
Colleen Barclay
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Remembering Nathan Harvey
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Both MLTAWA and AFMLTA have created scholarships in remembrance of Nathan Harvey and his impact on languages education in Australia.
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State Conference 2024
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Friday 2 August and Saturday 3 August 2024
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Jo LoBianco - Professor of Language and Literacy Educationat at the Melbourne Graduate School of Education
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Matt Absalom - Language teacher and researcher in the Italian Studies Department of the University of Melbourne.
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Kate Xavier -Together for Humanity an inclusive educational organisation that works with school communities to foster intercultural understanding.
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Click on the image to learn more about Conference themes and to submit an abstract.
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Winners!
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Congratulations to three lucky survey respondents
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Denisse Scasserra, Fiona Norris and Tomoko McLean
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who will each receive a $50 discount on their Conference fees.
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Languages Week
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Find ideas to celebrate at your school HERE.
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Principal's Award
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Nominations close Friday 14 June 2024.
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Let's Have A Go!
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Using AI-Generated Images for Feedback
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Edutopia answers our questions about the WHY? and HOW? of AI image generators in this recent article. The author explain how the task she set (generate an AI image based on new vocabulary) provided her students with immediate feedback and enhanced motivation.
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We would love to hear from you!
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Do you have an article or news you would like to share with our members? We would love to hear from you at [email protected]
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Stay tuned for more news, updates, events and resources on Languages Education with our monthly Newsletter.
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