The [Adult Migrant English Program] AMEP provides up to 510 hours of free English language tuition to eligible new migrants and humanitarian entrants. Some AMEP clients are eligible to access additional tuition and support under a number of the AMEP sub-programmes. The AMEP aims to promote and support the acquisition of English language skills by all eligible adult migrants and humanitarian entrants, through the provision of timely and quality English language services. Through language tuition, the programme aims to produce outcomes in relation to social participation, economic wellbeing, ind
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The [Adult Migrant English Program] AMEP provides up to 510 hours of free English language tuition to eligible new migrants and humanitarian entrants. Some AMEP clients are eligible to access additional tuition and support under a number of the AMEP sub-programmes. The AMEP aims to promote and support the acquisition of English language skills by all eligible adult migrants and humanitarian entrants, through the provision of timely and quality English language services. Through language tuition, the programme aims to produce outcomes in relation to social participation, economic wellbeing, independence, personal wellbeing, all contributing to settlement within, and integration into, the broader Australian community. Specifically, the AMEP is intended to assist eligible migrants and humanitarian entrants in the development of English language skills that are needed to access services in the general community, provide a pathway to employment, undertake further study or training and participate in other government programmes.
The evaluation was designed around a set of research questions examining the appropriateness, effectiveness, efficiency and performance management of the AMEP. The research questions were broad ranging, covering the design of the program, its systems for tracking against achievement of programme objectives, as well as operational monitoring and reporting, and its performance in delivering services to meet client needs. The evaluation sought evidence from multiple sources, involving a scan of programme documentation, analysis of programme administrative and operational data, and extensive consultation with stakeholders across all states and territories, which comprised interviews, focus groups, surveys and a public submission process. The evaluation sought input from multiple perspectives, involving programme administrators, contracted AMEP service providers and a selection of the AMEP clients. Findings and recommendations were also informed by a review of good practices, based on Australian and international literature.
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