Timeline for the development of Heritage Languages Courses at Senior Secondary Level
Phase 1 – Preliminary consultation and research
November 2008 – March 2009
Phase complete
This phase involved:
- development of the project plan
- consultation with key stakeholders across Australia at a National Forum in order to formulate the general directions for the development of the courses of study
- research, including a review of literature and practice in Australia and overseas
- development of an Evaluation Report based on, and informed by, the National Forum s key findings and other research.
Phase 2 – Framework development
April 2009 – July 2009
Phase complete
This phase involved:
- development of the Draft Framework for Heritage Languages Courses at Senior Secondary Level from analysis of research and consultation input
- consultation on the Draft Framework for Heritage Languages Courses at Senior Secondary Level with key stakeholders
- modification of the Draft Framework for Heritage Languages Courses at Senior Secondary Level in response to consultation feedback
- endorsement of the Draft Framework for Heritage Languages Courses at Senior Secondary Level.
Phase 3 – Course development
August 2009 – June 2010
Current stage
This phase involves:
- preparation of draft courses of study based on the Framework for Heritage Languages Courses at Senior Secondary Level
- distribution of draft courses to key stakeholders for comment
- revision of the courses in response to consultation
- endorsement of the final courses by ACACA agencies and approval by the Minister of Education, NSW.
Phase 4 – Availability for implementation from 2011
Courses will be available from Term 3 2010 for implementation for Year 11 in 2011.
- Each ACACA agency will determine its own arrangements and timelines for implementation.
NSW Government