AFTV 2025 #FrenchForward

Teaching & Learning French in a Changing World 

The AFTV is thrilled to announce the return of our conference in 2025 at The University of Melbourne with the support of the French program and the School of Languages and Linguistics! Save the date for Thursday 27 and Friday 28 November, as we dive into this year's theme: #FrenchForward: Teaching & Learning French in a Changing World.

Conference Theme: #FrenchForward

The 2025 conference will explore key questions around the evolving landscape of French language education including but not limited to:

• Engaging Pedagogies: How can we enhance the French learning experience through innovative teaching practices?
  
• Innovative Practices in the Classroom: What are effective methods to boost student participation and motivation in French lessons?
  
• Intercultural Dimensions: How can we incorporate the intercultural aspects of French instruction to promote global awareness and appreciation of diverse cultures?
  
• Diversity and Technology: What challenges and benefits arise from diverse learners, teachers and the integration of new technologies in French education?
  
• Retention of French Teachers and Learners: What strategies can help improve the retention of both French teachers and learners, especially in areas with declining enrolments or staffing shortages?
  
• Educational Trips and Risk Management: What opportunities exist for teachers and students in Victoria, and how can we navigate risk assessments for overseas trips?
  
• Teaching French Beyond France: How can we broaden the scope of French teaching, going beyond clichés and offering fresh perspectives, especially for oral exams?
  
• French in the Age of AI: How do we adapt to the rapid changes brought by AI in the French classroom?
  

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David Marsh

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Horizons, & Opportunities for Enhancing the Teaching of French  

Biography

Having coordinated the launch of CLIL/EMILE (Enseignement d'une Matière par l'Intégration d'une Langue Etrangère) some years ago, David Marsh now focuses on building innovative pathways to successful language learning and adapting educational practices for digitally astute young people. Visit Website

Keynote Summary

Adaptability is a fundamental skill for all of us who teach. We are currently adapting to some fast-moving developments in the language teaching landscape. For example, we are seeing:

1. Changes in the mindsets of Generations Z and Alpha.
2. The impact of integrated language teaching approaches.
3. Evidence of the early benefits on mind and brain when learning an additional language, such as French.

This presentation explores seven trends, with insights on how we can adapt to realise the best potential of our students and energise ourselves as teachers.