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Introduction
Purpose of this guide
Scope of this guide
Languages in the school curriculum
Languages in other contexts
A rationale for learning languages
Principles of learning new languages
Benefits of learning new languages
Relating learning languages to The New Zealand Curriculum Framework
Essential learning areas
Essential skills
Attitudes and values
Developing strategic plans
Process for developing a strategic plan
Achieving aims and objectives
Why offer languages?
Which languages will be taught?
What resources are available?
Who will teach the language programmes?
What types of programmes will be offered?
When will language learning take place?
Developing school programmes
Nature of language learning
Using curriculum guidelines
Planning for continuity of teaching and learning
Creating an effective environment
Professional development for language teachers
Planning classroom programmes
Planning and assessment cycle
Meeting students' needs
Assessment for better learning
Classroom assistance for language learning
Raising the profile of languages
Within the school
Within the community
References and resources
References
Resources
Planning templates
Glossary
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