CLTANT Hosts Successful First Professional Development Session of 2025
- CLTA NT
- May 11
- 2 min read
The Chinese Language Teachers’ Association of the Northern Territory (CLTANT) proudly held its first professional development (PD) session of 2025 on Sunday, 6 April, marking a vibrant start to the year’s activities. The event brought together Chinese language educators from across the region for a morning of insightful presentations, practical learning, and community building.
The session commenced at 9:00 am and featured two engaging presentations that reflected both the evolving landscape of language education and the unique cultural dimensions of Chinese teaching in Australia.
The first presentation, delivered by Mr Jinyi Wu, offered a comprehensive overview of the 2025 Queensland Chinese Language Teachers’ State Conference. Drawing on his recent participation, Mr Wu shared key takeaways from the event, including innovative strategies for integrating online resources into language instruction, approaches to supporting neurodivergent learners, and the emerging role of generative artificial intelligence in Chinese language education. His reflections provided attendees with valuable perspectives on current trends and practical tools to enhance their own teaching practices.
The second session, led by Ms Wenfeng Chen from the Confucius Institute at Charles Darwin University, explored the integration of martial arts into Chinese language teaching. Titled “Teaching Kung Fu to Australian Children”, the workshop introduced participants to foundational Kung Fu techniques and demonstrated how these can be effectively incorporated into classroom settings. Ms Chen’s session was both interactive and inspiring, highlighting how cultural elements such as martial arts can enrich language learning and foster deeper student engagement.
Beyond the academic and pedagogical value of the event, the session also marked a significant milestone for the association: CLTANT’s membership has now grown to over 20 active members. This growth reflects the increasing interest in and commitment to Chinese language education in the Northern Territory, as well as the association’s ongoing efforts to support and connect educators in the field.
The success of this PD session underscores CLTANT’s dedication to professional excellence and cultural exchange. As the association continues to expand its reach and impact, it remains committed to providing high-quality development opportunities for Chinese language teachers and promoting the value of multilingual education in the region.
Further professional development events are planned for later in the year, and CLTANT warmly welcomes new members to join its growing community.
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