Professional Learning

Programs

ESL in the Mainstream

ESL in the Mainstream isa ten-week professional development program which aims to assist teachers of mainstream classes better meet the needs of students from language backgrounds other than English.

ESL in the Mainstream is delivered to teachers in Victorian government schools by trained tutors who work in a range of contexts such as regional consultants, or school based teaching positions, or as private providers.

Further information about the program content is available at ESL in the mainstream (http://www.unlockingtheworld.com/f_ms.asp)

Teaching ESL students in mainstream classrooms – Language in learning across the curriculum

Teaching ESL students in mainstream classrooms – Language in learning across the curriculum is an innovative professional development program for all teachers working with ESL students.

Nine weekly modules are presented by a trained tutor. The course materials present strategies and discuss issues, supported by readings, which consistently address the fundamental relationship between language and learning. The program promotes an holistic approach to teaching that will ensure students are successful learners.

Further information about the program content is available at ESL in the mainstream (http://www.unlockingtheworld.com/f_ms.asp)

For dates and locations of this program contact the ESL project officer in your region or