EAL
How Language Works: Success in Literacy and Learning
Last Day to Register: Thursday 02 April 2015

COURSE DESCRIPTION
This comprehensive 10 module course provides detailed insights into the language model which underpins the Australian English curriculum - Language strand, the Language and Literacy Levels EALD Students; and the language and literacy demands of the SACE. This course will also provide deep knowledge for teachers who wish to make the most of the CESA publication Composing Written Texts across the Australian Curriculum F-6. 

COURSE INFORMATION
          2 full days plus  6 sessions  4.00pm - 7.00pm

2015  Schedule

Location:     Catholic Education Conference Centre
                         116 George Street, Thebarton
                     
A maximum of 16 participants

CORE FOCI AND PRIORITIES
ACARA Student Diversity and English as an Additional Language students

AITSL NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR TEACHERS INCLUDE:
Standard 2 - Know the content and how to teach it
      2.5 Literacy and numeracy strategies
Standard 3 - Plan for and implement effective teaching and learning
      3.2 Plan, structure and sequence learning programs
      3.3 use teaching strategies
      3.6 Evaluate and improve teaching programs
Standard 6 - Engage in professional learning
      6.2 Engage in professional learning and improve practice
      6.3 Engage with colleagues and improve practice

Intended for:

• Relevant for all teachers
• Makes explicit for teachers the patterns of language used in the subject areas
• Gives students the tools to be more accurate and effective users of language in a range of contexts
• Has the potential to make all students more effective and efficient learners

PROGRAM OUTLINE:
Participants are provided with course books and DVD outlining workshop notes, readings, resources and school or classroom activities.

Click here for the Outline of How Language Works.

Certificate: On completion of the course, participants will be issued with a certificate indicating modules attended, activities and readings completed. 6 - 9 points maybe be achieved towards the CESA Certificate in teaching EAL.
Accreditation: Accreditation for tertiary studies may be available on full completion of this course.

Cost:
$265 per teacher (if paid by school)
$265 Plus $26.50 GST (if paid by teacher)

Catering: provided

Parking is not available on site. Please refer to the attached link.
Catholic Education Conference Centre

For Further Information regarding registration:
Chris Virgin
chris.virgin@cesa.catholic.edu.au
 8301 6851