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On Track

Inspired by the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, On Track is a time-saving, one-stop collection of 30 inspirational ideas and activities that can be used with all key stages. More....

Creativity in the new secondary curriculum

Developing the new secondary curriculum in MFL and offering creative opportunities for cross curricular materials.

Approx. time required:
3 hours

Choosing a new GCSE specification

Presenting a summary of the new specifications (their strengths andweaknesses) and planning the work that will be undertaken to ensure effective implementation.

Approx. time required:
1.5 hours

Developing vocational courses

Presenting a summary of the vocational courses and alternatives to GCSE in MFL.

Approx. time required:
1.5 hours

Developing the international dimension in school

This training can be adapted according to need - to initiate or develop current work.

Approx. time required:
3 hours

Developing differentiation and challenge in MFL lessons

Exploring strategies to meet the needs of all pupils and to stretch the more able linguists.

Approx. time required:
3 hours

Developing literacy in MFL

Introducing different strategies to promote literacy development in writing (audience and purpose), reading for meaning and speaking for understanding.

Approx. time required: 3 hours

Using new technologies to enhance MFL learning

Presenting a variety of new technologies (podcasting, movie maker etc.) to engage learners.

Approx. time required:
3 hours

Developing the role of the MFL subject leader

A session for subject leaders to explore the role in terms of monitoring teaching and learning and leading developments.

Approx. time required:
3 hours

Writing a MFL SEF and action plan

A session for the MFL subject leader, examining how to complete a subject SEF, where to find the evidence to support judgements and how this should lead into action planning.

Approx. time required:
3 hours

MFL subject review

A detailed review of teaching and learning in MFL, leadership and management and standards. Followed by a detailed written report with key points for action.

Approx. time required:
1 - 2 days

Developing the MFL curriculum

Reviewing and developing new schemes of work to meet the needs of the school and pupils.

Approx. time required:
Each session requires 3 hours

In-class coaching and lesson planning

This session is aimed at NQTs, GTPs, classroom teachers and HLTAs.

Approx. time required:
Each session requires 2 lesson periods

Energising Year 7

A session exploring strategies to meet the needs of all learners, to ensure progression at the transition stage. Reviewing and developing schemes of work to accommodate prior knowledge and discussion on national, regional and local case studies, culminating in the production of resources.

Approx. time required:
3 hours

Co-observations

An opportunity to carry out joint observations and feedback with the MFL Adviser (with the agreement of colleagues). This will help moderate judgements, give effective feedback, focus on issues arising and provide support.

Approx. time required:
2-3 hours

Reviewing schemes of work

A session to review schemes of work at any key stage with MFL teachers.

Approx. time required:
2-3 hours

Subject Leadership

The Modern Foreign Languages adviser can provide training packages which develop subject knowledge to enhance the quality of teaching and impact positively upon progress for all learners. The Adviser is passionate about making a difference to children’s learning and has a proven track record in developing:

• an enriched MFL curriculum
• spontaneous  talk, and communicating actively in the target language
• developing language skills in the context of the creative curriculum
• developing thinking skills through MFL
• improved progression in MFL
• creative approaches to MFL
• planning for engagement and progression
• planning exciting and manageable cross curricular opportunities
• assessment of and for learning in MFL

Active and Engaging MFL

This session is designed for whole staff participation, with a focus on using using active learning strategies in MFL so that the pupils are engaged and motivated to learn. As a result staff will:

• have a better understanding of planning lessons that engage and motivate pupils;
• understand the importance of activating prior knowledge in order to motivate and engage pupils;
• be equipped with a range of easy to use strategies and activities which can be used in the classroom straight away.
• understand how active engagement strategies can promote the development of higher order thinking skills.
• provide physical and mental challenge for your students
• practise the target language and explore aspects of different cultures