We are delighted to invite you to a free presentation organized by the NSW Federation of Community Language Schools Inc. in collaboration with the School of International Studies, Macquarie University.
Workshop Overview
This workshop is designed for educators working in community language settings who support the language development of bilingual children learning a minority or heritage language.
By combining theoretical insights with practical, hands-on examples, the session will provide:
Strategies teachers can apply directly in their classrooms
Tools to enhance students’ language proficiency
Approaches to strengthen cultural identity
Ideas to foster active engagement with heritage languages
This is a unique opportunity to gain both inspiration and practical guidance that you can bring back to your classroom.
Dr. Ifigeneia Dosi is an Assistant Professor of Applied Linguistics at the Department of Greek Philology, Democritus University of Thrace.
Her research focuses on bilingual language development, particularly in children acquiring minority and heritage languages. She has published widely in international peer-reviewed journals on topics such as language and cognitive development in bilingual children, including those with language impairments.
Dr. Dosi has also trained educators working with refugee students and heritage-language speakers, with her work highlighting the intersection of language, identity, and inclusive pedagogy in multilingual settings.
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
Please email: admin@nswfcls.org.au or contact 9558 6134
The Federation recognises the NSW Department of Education and Multicultural NSW as its funding bodies
