Practical workshops, conferences and roadshows

Based on specific areas of language, culture, or teaching practice, our one-off workshops are an opportunity for quick, focused knowledge-building. In 2026 these will run in conjunction with a nationwide Curriculum Roadshow.

In Person
Online
Power of Languages

An interactive nationwide workshop bringing Year 8 students into the world of German, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish and French through hands-on activities that build curiosity, cultural understanding and confidence in language learning

At your School

Customised 60-90 Minute

In Person
Online
Maximising the potential of a language assistant

Learn about the latest academic research on language assistants and find out how they can bring languages to life in your class.

Online

February 24, 2026

3:30-4:30pm, Tuesday 24th February 2026

In Person
Online
Monthly Online Nihongo Café 輪和話 (wawawa)

A monthly 45-minute online session to engage in a casual conversation with other Japanese language teachers

Online

March 5, 2026

Monthly Meet-Up

In Person
Online
Kaffeeklatsch und Feierabend: AI in Language Classrooms

A practical online workshop series for language teachers exploring how AI can boost productivity, personalise learning, and transform classroom teaching through smarter tools and strategies.

Online

March 20, 2026

Options for 3:45-5:00pm or 6:00-7:15pm

In Person
Online
Le Café Virtuel

It can be challenging to maintain our language proficiency. Join us for a relaxed virtual chat where we will converse in French without any pressure. This Café Virtuel offers a great opportunity to speak freely on any topic, but entirely in French.

Online

March 25, 2026

4.30pm to 5.15pm, Monthly

In Person
Online
Let’s Talk Japan Trips: Sharing Experiences and Tips

Join us online for a workshop to share and discuss ideas, tips, and experiences related to school trips to Japan. Bring your stories and questions and leave with new insights and inspiration!

Online

May 27, 2026

3:30 to 4:45pm

In Person
Online
Language meets AI: Teaching German with Cultural and Digital Intelligence

This collaborative and exploratory workshop introduces AI tools, invites experimentation and provides time to reflect on their roles in the German language classroom.

Wellington

August 16, 2026

2 Day Workshop

In Person
Online
Paniora hapū in the Spanish classroom

A hybrid workshop for Spanish language teachers exploring the Paniora hapū through documentary film, cultural resource creation, and meaningful links between Spanish heritage and mātauranga Māori.

Wellington

November 12, 2026

4:30pm to 7:30pm

In Person
Online
Creating Japanese Reading Materials Using Generative AI

Join this online workshop to explore how to use generative AI to create Japanese reading materials, with practical examples of prompt design and resource adaptation for different learner levels.

Online

November 19, 2026

3:30pm to 5:00pm