Critical study of literature for the new syllabus

The English Teachers' Association of New South Wales (ETA NSW) presents this three-session professional development series focused on critical study of literature for the new NSW English syllabus. Running across three Wednesday afternoons in August 2026, the series provides English teachers with dedicated time to explore the implications of syllabus changes for how literature is taught, studied, and assessed in NSW schools. As curriculum frameworks evolve, teachers need practical support in translating new syllabus requirements into meaningful classroom practice — and this series delivers exactly that. Participants will engage with the critical study expectations of the new syllabus, develop their understanding of how to guide students through rigorous literary analysis that meets updated standards, and explore pedagogical approaches that bring literary texts alive while satisfying assessment requirements. The sessions are delivered live, with pre-recorded versions available to registrants for 30 days after the event, providing flexibility for educators who may not be able to attend every session in real time. ETA NSW has long been the professional home for English teachers across the state, and this series reflects their ongoing commitment to supporting teachers through periods of curriculum change with high-quality, subject-specific professional learning that is responsive to the real needs of classroom practitioners.