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Supporting the Foreign Language Assistant Scheme: Associates continued to serve as mentors and key
points of contact for Foreign Language Assistants (FLAs). They were central to the FLAs’ induction,
provided individual and group training, resolved teaching and learning queries, and supported
cooperating teachers in hosting FLAs.
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Online Support Sessions: Associates facilitated online sessions to promote resources and support
projects such as the Open Night Toolkit; the English Language Assistant (ELA) scheme; #ThinkLanguages,
and Communities of Practice.
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Creating and Reviewing Resources: Associates contributed to the development and review of materials
aligned with key actions in the Languages Connect Strategy, including content for the TY Beginner
Modules, WebQuests and guidance resources.
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Mentoring and Capacity Building: The mentoring pilot initiated in 2023 was expanded in 2024, offering
guidance and tailored support to teachers of lesser-taught languages, reinforcing capacity across schools.
Impact:
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The work of Associates has expanded PPLI’s impact nationwide, fostering stronger connections with MFL
teachers, FLAs, and school communities
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By providing targeted mentoring and addressing challenges early, Associates have contributed to the
success of the FLA scheme and supported both FLAs and cooperating teachers effectively
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Associates’ involvement in reviewing and creating teaching materials ensures relevance and practicality,
meeting the needs of language teachers and students
Next Steps:
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Leverage the Associates’ unique position as teachers based in schools to gather relevant feedback,
ensuring that PPLI remains responsive to the needs and challenges faced by teachers and students on the
ground
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Foster continued innovation in resource development and teacher support, aligning with the evolving
demands of classrooms and the broader educational landscape
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Ensure ongoing professional development opportunities for Associates, equipping them with the tools
and skills to anticipate and address the future needs of the MFL teaching community
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