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SUMMARY:Story-based approach to teaching EAL in an adult classroom - Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Story-based approach to teaching EAL in an adult classroom – Session 1\n4 June 2026 from 4:30pm – 5:30pm\, AEDT\, Online\nA story-based approach to teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL) in an adult classroom provides a dynamic and engaging way to foster language learning. By integrating storytelling into the curriculum\, instructors tap into the natural human affinity for narratives\, creating a context for language use that feels authentic and meaningful. Adults of diverse backgrounds and life experiences\, benefit from the emotional and cultural connections that stories offer. This approach not only enhances vocabulary acquisition\, grammar\, and pronunciation\, but also encourages critical thinking\, problem-solving\, and empathy. Through stories\, learners can practice language skills in realistic\, contextualized scenarios. The story-based approach promotes a safe\, interactive learning environment where learners feel empowered to share their own stories\, making language learning a more personalized experience. \nThis topic will be covered across TWO SESSIONS: \nSession 1 Building the context – presentation \nDuring the presentation\, participants will learn about (or be reminded of) an approach to organise teaching and learning English as Additional Language in an adult classroom based on a story. Participants will explore how using a story (not just a text) as a framework can integrate reading\, writing\, speaking\, listening\, vocabulary\, and grammar in a meaningful way. The session highlights practical strategies for structuring lessons\, scaffolding learning\, and using students’ existing knowledge as a resource. It will also touch on research evidence showing that story-based approaches support deeper comprehension\, increased learner engagement\, and more natural language acquisition by embedding language in meaningful contexts. \nSession 2 Building the content – workshop \nDuring the workshop\, participants will have the opportunity to design their own story-based learning session using a structured outline provided by the presenter. This hands-on approach will guide participants through the process of incorporating stories into an EAL learning session. The outline will help participants identify key components such as setting objectives\, selecting appropriate stories\, and integrating language skills practice\, all while considering the cultural and emotional relevance of the chosen narratives. This collaborative process will encourage creative thinking and allow participants to share ideas and feedback with their peers\, further enhancing their learning experience. To benefit from the workshop\, participants are encouraged to join it using a desktop computer or a laptop. \n**PLEASE NOTE: this page only confirms your registration to session 1. Please register your attendance for session 2 here** \nSpeaker\nTanja Rykovska is an experienced EAL teacher with a deep interest in inclusive and engaging learning environments. Tanja has worked with diverse groups of adult learners\, helping them develop essential language skills through creative methods. She is particularly interested in using story-based approaches to teaching\, recognising the power of narrative in fostering language acquisition and building authentic connections among learners. Tanja enjoys sharing her knowledge and expertise with other educators and learning from peers. \nCost\n$10 – VicTESOL members (including members of other state TESOL associations)\n$30 – Non-members\nBecome a member today\, for member prices! \nPlease note: VicTESOL is a not-for-profit organisation. Your registration ensures we can continue to offer high quality professional learning. Registrations are per participant. Purchasing a ticket buys the participant the right to the live online session. Registration is not to be shared with any other person who has not purchased a ticket.  \nA Certificate of Attendance will only be provided to participants who attend the live session.
URL:https://victesol.vic.edu.au/event/story-based-approach-to-teaching-eal-in-an-adult-classroom-session-1/
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SUMMARY:Story-based approach to teaching EAL in an adult classroom - Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Story-based approach to teaching EAL in an adult classroom – Session 2\n11 June 2026 from 4:30pm – 5:30pm\, AEDT\, Online\nA story-based approach to teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL) in an adult classroom provides a dynamic and engaging way to foster language learning. By integrating storytelling into the curriculum\, instructors tap into the natural human affinity for narratives\, creating a context for language use that feels authentic and meaningful. Adults of diverse backgrounds and life experiences\, benefit from the emotional and cultural connections that stories offer. This approach not only enhances vocabulary acquisition\, grammar\, and pronunciation\, but also encourages critical thinking\, problem-solving\, and empathy. Through stories\, learners can practice language skills in realistic\, contextualized scenarios. The story-based approach promotes a safe\, interactive learning environment where learners feel empowered to share their own stories\, making language learning a more personalized experience. \nThis topic will be covered across TWO SESSIONS: \nSession 1 Building the context – presentation \nDuring the presentation\, participants will learn about (or be reminded of) an approach to organise teaching and learning English as Additional Language in an adult classroom based on a story. Participants will explore how using a story (not just a text) as a framework can integrate reading\, writing\, speaking\, listening\, vocabulary\, and grammar in a meaningful way. The session highlights practical strategies for structuring lessons\, scaffolding learning\, and using students’ existing knowledge as a resource. It will also touch on research evidence showing that story-based approaches support deeper comprehension\, increased learner engagement\, and more natural language acquisition by embedding language in meaningful contexts. \nSession 2 Building the content – workshop \nDuring the workshop\, participants will have the opportunity to design their own story-based learning session using a structured outline provided by the presenter. This hands-on approach will guide participants through the process of incorporating stories into an EAL learning session. The outline will help participants identify key components such as setting objectives\, selecting appropriate stories\, and integrating language skills practice\, all while considering the cultural and emotional relevance of the chosen narratives. This collaborative process will encourage creative thinking and allow participants to share ideas and feedback with their peers\, further enhancing their learning experience. To benefit from the workshop\, participants are encouraged to join it using a desktop computer or a laptop. \n**PLEASE NOTE: this page only confirms your registration to session 2. Please register your attendance for session 1 here** \nSpeaker\nTanja Rykovska is an experienced EAL teacher with a deep interest in inclusive and engaging learning environments. Tanja has worked with diverse groups of adult learners\, helping them develop essential language skills through creative methods. She is particularly interested in using story-based approaches to teaching\, recognising the power of narrative in fostering language acquisition and building authentic connections among learners. Tanja enjoys sharing her knowledge and expertise with other educators and learning from peers. \nCost\n$10 – VicTESOL members (including members of other state TESOL associations)\n$30 – Non-members\nBecome a member today\, for member prices! \nPlease note: VicTESOL is a not-for-profit organisation. Your registration ensures we can continue to offer high quality professional learning. Registrations are per participant. Purchasing a ticket buys the participant the right to the live online session. Registration is not to be shared with any other person who has not purchased a ticket.  \nA Certificate of Attendance will only be provided to participants who attend the live session.
URL:https://victesol.vic.edu.au/event/story-based-approach-to-teaching-eal-in-an-adult-classroom-session-2/
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