Teacher and primary students playing a learning game in community class.

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Sydney Institute for Community Languages Education

Supporting and researching linguistic diversity in Australia

Our work informs policy and evidence-based language teaching approaches. We also provide professional pathways for teachers and support community language students through the development of curriculum resources and assessments.

Our programs

In partnership with the NSW Department of Education, we offer a broad range of workshops and courses to support development of teachers working in community-languages schools.

Our projects

Community Languages schools aim to pass on cultural and language understanding to new generations of students. Keep reading to see our range of projects.

Our people

The Sydney Institute for Community Languages Education team is led by Professor Ken Cruickshank, learn more about the rest of our team.

Our research

We undertake research in community languages education to support teachers, student learning, policy and program development. Explore our research here.

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