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Wednesday, 17 January 2024

The newly unveiled MaMLiSE (Majority and Minority Languages in School Contexts: Helping teachers, pupils, and parents) E-Learning Platform is a ground-breaking initiative designed to empower educators working in linguistically and culturally diverse classrooms.

In an interdisciplinary collaborative initiative, Associate Professor, Mary Masterson from the School of Education, joined forces with colleagues from the School of Modern Languages and Applied Linguistics, Assistant Dean International, Angela Farrell and Michelle Daly, together with partners from Poland, Germany, and Greece, to create the MaMLiSE (Majority and Minority Languages in School Contexts: Helping teachers, pupils, and parents) e-Learning platform - a pioneering venture set to transform educational landscapes. This platform is designed to empower teacher educators, teacher trainers, and teachers with free training courses and materials tailored for linguistically and culturally diverse classrooms.

Highlights of the MaMLiSE E-Learning Platform:

  • Free Access to Training Courses: Educators can explore a diverse array of free training courses catering to various subjects and teaching levels.
  • Adaptation of Teaching Materials: Learn effective strategies for adapting teaching materials to suit the learners' level, fostering a more inclusive educational environment.
  • Scaffolding Techniques: Gain insights into scaffolding techniques to enhance teaching methods and support students in their learning journey.
  • Language-Sensitive Approaches: Discover and implement language-sensitive approaches for subject-specific teaching, promoting effective instruction and communication in diverse classrooms.

Access the MaMLiSE E-Learning Platform:  https://mamlise.home.amu.edu.pl/?page_id=76.

Learn More about the MaMLiSE Project: If you're interested in delving deeper into the "Majority and Minority Languages in School Contexts: Helping teachers, pupils, and parents" project, click on the link: https://mamlise.home.amu.edu.pl/

Free Downloadable Open Access Book: For teacher educators and policymakers, there's an open access book titled "Promoting Multilingual Practices in School and Home Environments." Download it for free at https://mamlise.home.amu.edu.pl/?page_id=350.

This initiative marks a significant step towards fostering inclusive education and equipping educators with the tools needed to navigate diverse linguistic and cultural landscapes. Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your teaching practices and contribute to creating a more inclusive educational environment!