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Latest News
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February 2024 PD Update
The latest Professional Development events and news from English Australia.
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CEO Report January 2024
I am thrilled to have officially commenced my new role as CEO of English Australia. It’s an honour and a privilege to serve English Australia, its members, and the ELT sector in Australia. I look forward to getting around the country in the coming months to visit member colleges, attend branch meetings, and meet with you all.
I’m conscious as I write this report of the big shoes I have to fill and have enormous gratitude for the efforts and support of the amazing Brett Blacker, both for his work as CEO and for his support in preparing me to take over the role. I’d also like to express my thanks to the Secretariat, the Board, and the many members who have already been in touch, for the very warm and supportive welcome.
Please read the full CEO report for updates on developments in migration, the federal government’s international education strategy, details on the new National ELICOS survey and the ELT Barometer survey, the state PD Fests for 2024, and more. -
Migration Strategy – Student and Graduate visa measures fact sheet
Please review the fact sheet on the English Language requirements by visa type and implementation date from the Department of Home Affairs here.
Upcoming Events
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Regulatory Changes Update Webinar
This is a free virtual Member Q&A session on the high number of regulatory changes and government inquiries underway that impact the ELICOS sector. It will provide clarification to members where it can and gather member input to guide its representation of member interests in advocacy efforts.
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Optimising Developmental Teacher Observations: Ensuring a Positive and Productive Process
This interactive webinar presented by The Queensland Institute aims to provide insights and practical guidance for academic managers and other staff who conduct classroom observations of English language teachers.
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Assessment SIG 'Staffroom Table' Chat Session March 24
As language assessment teams grapple with the wonder and woe of generative artificial intelligence (GAITs), the continued inclusion of an old stock standard, the research essay, is under review. Join us at this English Australia Assessment SIG 'Staffroom Table' for a robust discussion on program design for direct entry English programs and specifically what colleges are using to replace the research essay.
Member colleges are the heart of what we do
English Australia represents over 120 member colleges throughout Australia. These colleges provide quality English language programs to students and professionals from around the world.
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