Expression of Interest:
We are pleased to offer a grant of up to $5000 for schools who are eager to explore innovative approaches to improving French Language Learning. Tailored to your school community’s unique context, this grant aims to support improvements in one or more key areas (based on research from Dr. Joseph Dicks’ 6 Pillars of successful language programs):
· Meaningful communication: Learners have something interesting and important to watch, to listen to, read about, speak about, and write about.
· Motivation: Motivated learners perceive the language being learned as important and useful and view bilingualism/multilingualism as a positive personal achievement.
· Teaching effectiveness: Teachers are proficient in the language, knowledgeable about and appreciative of the culture, possess specific knowledge and skills for teaching in their particular second language setting (e.g. CEFR alignment, inclusionary practices)
*School-based innovations must continue to adhere to policy 309*
Let’s drive positive change that is human-centred and maximizes the impact of French language education in your school community.
Click here to access the expression of interest form!
Deadline to apply is April 26th, 2024
Send applications to Centre of Excellence Language Learning Lead Ginny Steeves: ginny.steeves@gnb.ca
