Review of Teacher Education for Languages Teachers

This report produces a comprehensive national picture of the nature and effectiveness of teacher education and re-training opportunities for languages teachers. 

The report:

• investigates course entry requirements, course content and structure for primary and secondary languages teachers;
• identifies structural impediments relating to the development of languages teachers’ linguistic and pedagogical competency; and
• explores the potential application of the Professional Standards for Accomplished Teaching of Languages and Cultures, developed by the Australian Federation of Modern Language Teachers (AFMLTA), in teacher education for languages teachers.

The report methodology included a literature review and document analysis; data collection and analysis; consultations with stakeholders and case studies of innovative practice.

This comprehensive report provides a basis for decision-making around future national initiatives to improve access to, and the quality of, preparation for primary and secondary languages teachers, including opportunities for retraining.