Gozitan author Dr Charles Daniel Saliba was recently interviewed by presenter John Demanuele on the programme ‘Hajjitna Ktieb,’ aired on Malta’s national television station.
The programme focused on Dr Saliba’s academic research and his distinguished career, spanning over 25 years of teaching Maltese as both a native and foreign language, as well as linguistics and literature, across secondary, post-secondary, and tertiary institutions.
During the interview, Dr Saliba and Mr Demanuele discussed the current landscape of Maltese as a Foreign Language (MFL) teaching in Malta, highlighting Dr Saliba’s pioneering work and professional practice in the field.
They explored the significant changes he has observed in the sector throughout his career. The discussion also centred on his latest textbook series, Maltese as a Foreign Language for Juniors, specifically detailing its methodology and pedagogical structure.
Reflecting on the experience, Dr Saliba commented, ”such programmes provide a healthy forum for authors to discuss their work and specific fields of study. In my case, alongside my academic career, we were able to discuss the vital MFL sector and analyse the Learning Maltese / Nitghallem il-Malti series. This programme serves as a valuable information tool for those teaching or learning MFL both locally and abroad, particularly within the Maltese diaspora.”
The programme can be accessed online via the following link: https://tvmi.mt/episode/159327 [1]
Photo: Dr Charles Daniel Saliba