JALT Event

Date: November 25th, Friday 7:30pm-8:30pm
Fee: Free
Location: Online/Zoom
Registration: https://forms.gle/9QZ7eBi6VkeaRjun6

Multiliteracies is a term which recognizes that developments in society have significantly broadened the language and literacy skills people need to succeed; traditional reading and writing of standard language is no longer sufficient. Although it is not a new idea today, the pandemic has provided language educators with a valuable opportunity to play multiliteracies-catch-up in the classroom, including in the second language classroom.

In this talk, I will first introduce a few basic points about multiliteracies and then suggest how a poster presentation activity can help teachers integrate multiliteracies into a university class. You may be a natural techie who has been waiting eagerly for this moment or may be someone like me who rather plugs along but is always a digital step behind. Whichever you are, simply paying more attention to what students are doing in and out of the classroom may help prepare them to navigate the communication challenges of the future.

Colleen Dalton teaches general education and English education classes on the Faculty of Education campus of Shinshu University in Nagano City.

マルティ・リテラシーの多様な文脈と方法を操る

――言語学習者にとってのポスター発表の一単元

マルティ・リテラシーという言葉は、次の考え方に基づいて使われる用語である。即ち、社会におけるあらゆる発展が、人々の習得すべき言語操作やマルティ・リテラシーの熟練技術を著しく拡大してきた。そこで従来の標準的言語で読み書きするという伝統的な考え方はもはや通用しない。今日必ずしも新しい考え方ではないものの、この感染症の地球規模での拡大は言語教育者に、教室での取りこぼし作業をマルティ・リテラシーで補うという貴重な機会を提供することとなった。第二言語習得の授業もその例外ではない。　

　この発表でははじめにマルティ・リテラシーに関する基礎的事項を二三紹介し、つづいてポスター発表を通して教員がいかにマルティ・リテラシーを大学の授業に取り込むことができるかを示したい。なかにはこの瞬間を首を長くして待ち望んできた、生まれながらの技術屋さんもいるでしょうし、私のように何とかこなしてきたけれども、いつもデジタルで一歩おくれている人もいるでしょう。いずれにしろ、学生らが教室の内と外で実践していることにもっと注意を傾けることで、将来待ち受けるコミュニケーションについての諸問題に学生が対処できる備えを手助けできましょう。

コリーン・ダルトンは長野市の信州大学教育学部キャンパスで共通教育と英語教育の授業を担当している。　

In what we are planning as a new regular East Shikoku event, our ‘Learner Showcase’ series celebrates ELLs who have gone on to lead inspirational lives, thanks in part to the power of language learning. The series targets language learners through chapter outreach and draws attention to East Shikoku JALT as community language education resource.

In the first event in this new series, we invite Mr. Daisuke Kanamori to share his ELL journey that has taken him around the world. Daisuke’s journey is highlighted by humanitarian aid and refugee work in Africa, local conflict resolution accomplishments in challenging international contexts, and social contributions at home. Daisuke studied English and Intercultural Communication at university in Kochi and participated in JALT programs such as the Asian Youth Forum as an undergraduate. Bringing together language, culture, and his passion for soccer, he then founded an NPO to help children recover from the Great East Japan Earthquake Through this NPO, he led an international exchange by taking Fukushima youth to the 2012 London Olympics. Daisuke returned to school to study at Oxford and at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland (M.Litt. in Peace and Conflict Studies), and then began a career in international public service, working for NGOs in Zambia and Kenya, and then for JICA in South Sudan. Daisuke currently works for the UN in New York City.

East Shikoku JALT’s ‘Learner Showcase’ Series aims to:

celebrate ELLs who have enriched their lives (and society) though language study
celebrate the language teachers who have contributed to their journeys
inspire young language learners by drawing attention to successful ELL journeys
promote excellence in language learning and teaching
highlight the East Shikoku JALT chapter as a local language education resource

This will be a F2F event only.

Co-sponsor: Kochi University, International Studies Course

Roger Ferrari

This is a brief introduction of a method I've developed to help English learners improve their speaking skills. It is based on acting techniques and speech therapy and involves repetition of sounds to strengthen the biomechanics of speech (the tongue, jaw, lips and such). The presentation will discuss the background of the method and then how to work from sound isolation to repetition drills.

Bobby Saito

This accent modification workshop may be useful for teachers who struggle with helping their students to adjust their English pronunciation, by engaging in coaching scenarios with fellow teachers. The main points that will be covered are: functionability; maintaining motivation; understanding oral anatomy & places of articulation; and goal oriented coaching. The goal for most speakers is to no longer require cuing or correction from their teachers. Therefore we must figure out how to help our students achieve a level of self-correction and generalization of their new skills.

Pronunciation skills are vital for successful communication in English in today's globalized world. But there are many important questions related to pronunciation practice.

• Do learners need to sound like native speakers in order to communicate well?
• How can learners retain their L1 identity?
• When and how should learners practice their pronunciation?

In this workshop, we will look at the importance of international intelligibility when learning English as an international language (ElL) as well as some practical tips for integrating pronunciation practice with other skills as part of a balanced 4-skills course.

～ Tottori JALT Presents ～ Presentations from Former JET Program Participants Meant to Inspire! ～

Event Title: Life After JET: Stories of Opportunity, Change, and Inspiration (What happened to those guys, anyway?)

Presenters / Discussion Panel Members:
1. Christopher Hollis of the Hokuei Government Office: Town Planning & Finance Department (Tenured)
2. Mel Ok of Ace Honyaku, Ltd. – Professional Translator & Video Game Localizer
3. Kieran Enright of the Tottori Prefectural Office: Domestic & International Affairs Division
4. Raymond Levy of Tottori Junior College: Intercultural Communication Department
5. Martin Barnard of Old Friends Japan

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When: December 18th (Sunday) 12月18日（土）
Time: 14:00pm ～ 16:00pm (Room opens from 13:45) (Please be seated by 13:55)

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Location: Tottori University 鳥取大学（湖山キャンパス）(Koyama Campus in Tottori City)
In Room C (2F) of the Kōhō Center, which is just inside the main gate
広報センター（2F）C室（正門を入ってすぐの左側にある建物です）

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Presentation Abstract: Whether you've been here in Tottori for one year, or three (or more!), you've noticed that it is one of the most liveable places in Japan. We have fresh air, good food, a (relatively) low cost of living, and some of the nicest people you will ever meet. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stay here after your time in the JET Programme ends? Or, are you curious to see where those old JETs have ended up? This is your opportunity to hear what it is like to stay here for years (and years, and years…) Please come and join us for an entertaining afternoon. And, if you are thinking of staying, this is a forum where you can ask your questions. There will be a question and answer session as well as a panel discussion during the second half of the event.

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Presenter Bios:

1. Christopher Hollis has taught in Japan for 13 years. MA in TESL from the University of Illinois (USA). Research interests: Second language vocabulary acquisition, extensive reading, bilingualism, diversity & inclusion, and TBLT. Former president of Tottori JALT. Chris was the inspiration behind US comedian Conan O’Brien’s visit to Hokuei (“Conan Town”), an event that went viral all over the world, and launched Tottori Prefecture into the No. 1 Japan Travel Destination spot in 2019.

2. Mel Ok feels that his love for language and video games helped him pave a career in the games industry. Ace Honyaku, Ltd. has provided high-quality localizations for a number of titles you may recognize!

3. Kieran Enright currently works as a Coordinator for International Relations (CIR) for the Tottori prefectural government office. MA in Applied Linguistics. He will give us his thoughts on using your skills/knowledge/experiences to contribute to the community as well as discussing future opportunities in Tottori Prefecture.

4. Raymond Levy is an Assistant Professor at Tottori College in Kurayoshi. Ray has taught EFL in Japan at the secondary and post-secondary level for over ten years. His research areas include syllabus and curriculum development as well as learner feedback.

5. Martin Barnard taught English on the JET Programme from 2007-2012. After that, he started teaching English privately. He says he has had some interesting experiences, but the most meaningful for him has been the great students. Martin now works for one of his students as the general manager of a company they started together. He will talk about life in Japan after JET.

(Moderator: Bettina Begole, ex-ALT, now a professor at Tottori University of Environmental Studies)

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Cost: JALT Members: FREE. Non-Members: 1000 Yen. Non-Member ALTs: 500 Yen. Students: 500 Yen.
JALT会員は無料、非会員は1000円、非会員ALTは500円、学生割引は500円。

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Event up-to-date information, presentation abstracts, presenter bios, or questions:
• Homepage 1: https://jalt.org/groups/chapters/tottori
• Homepage 2: https://sites.google.com/view/tottori-jalt/
• Facebook: Tottori.JALT - https://www.facebook.com/Tottori.JALT
• Twitter: Tottori_JALT - https://twitter.com/Tottori_JALT
• Email: Tottori.JALT@gmail.com
• Sign-up and receive the Tottori JALT Events & Information E-Newsletter at: http://eepurl.com/cwqoPr

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There will be something for everyone, whether you teach elementary school, JHS, high school, or university-level students.
対象となるのは、言語教育に関わるすべての人で、小中学生から、高校生、大学生、社会人に外国語を教えておられる方は、是非この機会にお越し下さい。

Kobe JALT and the JET Alumni Association of Western Japan jointly invite you to our upcoming online event. This event provides useful information and insight to those who want to transition from working as ALTs to working for companies in Japan or teaching English at the university level in Japan. The event is comprised of two parts - a job hunting and career guidance workshop conducted by Ms. Pearlyn Yap Li Hui of Mori Kosan Co., Ltd. and a presentation in which Ms. Chelanna White of Reitaku University will share her journey transitioning from working as an ALT to a university instructor. Come and participate in this workshop and presentation on “What to do once your first ALT gig ends?”

Presenter 1 (2:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Pearlyn Yap Li Hui
Human Capital Division- Anglosphere Affairs Supervisor
Career Guidance Lecturer
Mori Kosan Co., Ltd.

Bio:
Pearlyn is the Anglosphere Affairs Supervisor and Career Guidance Lecturer of Mori Kosan Co., Ltd. She graduated from the National University of Singapore with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She has been lecturing on job hunting for the English-speaking international community in Japan, such as at the University of Hyogo, Nara Institute of Science and Technology and at job hunting seminars for JET alumnis. Besides lecturing, she also provides online and offline support to the English-speaking international community in Japan, be it job hunting (WA. SA. Bi. JOBs), studying Japanese (BJT, Super Japanese e-learning), or living in Japan through the portal WA. SA. Bi. (https://www.iiwasabi.com/), and through career guidance consultations at academic institutions, as well as career events attended by government organizations of various countries.

Abstract: This presentation will cover the following aspects of seeking employment in Japan: current trends of foreigner employment in Japan, unique characteristics of working in Japan, the job hunting process and schedule, types of work visas for Japan, and what to look for in a company when job hunting.

Presenter 2 (3:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Chelanna White, Reitaku University

Bio: Chelanna is a former ALT and prefectural advisor through the JET Programme in Kyoto. She served as Kyoto JALT’s co-chair of programming for three years and is currently the program chair liaison for all of JALT. She now lives in Tokyo and teaches at a private university in Chiba. When she isn’t teaching or liaising, she likes to explore Tokyo or spend time with her cats, Coco and Wyatt.

Abstract: Many ALTs consider teaching at university to be the next step in their career but do not know how to get there. In this presentation, a former ALT shares how she made the jump from ALT to university instructor. She discusses how her involvement in JALT gave her the experience and skills, not to mention connections, necessary to land her dream job. She shares some common requirements for university positions, and how JALT can help applicants meet those requirements so they, too, can land the job of their dreams.

Networking (4:00 pm - 5:00 pm)

Registration to get a Zoom link: https://forms.gle/cziv8AmL8UfvXWux8

TOPIC: Translanguaging in Multilingual Classrooms: Assumptions, Aims, and Advantages LOCATION: Aossa, near Fukui JR station. Room 602

Jackson Lee writes, "After a year of presentations, events, and conferences, now is a great time to reflect on your presentation styles and approaches. What are your ways to capture your audience’s attention? Are you using your slides efficiently? How do you end your talks memorably?

In this session, the speaker will introduce and demonstrate essential skills and approaches that can be applied immediately to improve presentations of a variety of levels and settings. Together, we will explore multiple ways to introduce and conclude a talk, as well as become more aware of common downfalls some speakers habitually find themselves attached to. Overall, this session will help you be able to share your ideas and connect with the audience in more effective and impactful ways. The elements discussed will also be applicable to students who are learning about foundational presentation skills. Students and teachers of presentation classes are highly encouraged to partake in this session."

Bio:
Jackson Koon Yat Lee is a Specially-Appointed Lecturer at Toyo University in Tokyo. He finds joy in giving professional development presentations about a range of topics, and during his 5 years of presenting, he has given over 30 presentations for various events. He is a former Chair of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee as well as a former Gifu Chapter President. His research interests include intercultural communication, diversity in ELT, teacher education and the Japanese English education system.

Venue:
Aichi University (Toyohashi Campus)
Building 5, Room 541

We aim to follow the presentation with an end of year 'bonenkai'!

After a long hiatus during COVID19, Gunma JALT will be returning to in-person meetings in style with our 6th Annual MyShare.

This year our speakers will share their valuable insights spanning a wide variety of teaching contexts and rich experiences, from elementary school education to university teaching and self-study language learning. Abstracts for the respective presentations can be found below. We hope you'll join us for this fantastic opportunity to get together and theorize, philosophize and socialize.

On conclusion of the MyShare, we will then conduct our Annual General Meeting (AGM). This is the time when we look for and vote on new chapter officers. At Gunma JALT, we are always looking for help, so if you are interested, this is your chance although you are welcome to join us at any time during the year.

MyShare #1
Designing Lesson Flow for Efficiency and Stamina - Jeff Contreras
This presentation will introduce an original approach for teachers to organize the primary set of instructional materials to be efficient with time-on-task, permit appropriate interaction time, and consider student and teacher stamina. Through this approach, more content can be comfortably covered in the same time frame of a standard 90-minute lesson by increasing student productivity. When considering the integration of the task and activities, the comfort level of both the teacher and students can be factored into lesson content.
JEFF CONTRERAS is an Associate Professor in the Center for Language Teaching. He has been teaching at Gunma University for 26 years. He holds an MA in Educational Administration from University of Arizona and specializes in Classroom Management and Cooperative Learning. Additionally, he is the manager for the Moodle system for a university-wide coordinated curriculum.

MyShare #2
A Pronunciation Activity to Foster Cooperative Autonomous Learning - Matt Potter
Pronunciation can be taught through the teacher providing a model for students to listen to and repeat. Nevertheless, activities that equip students with the skills they need to improve pronunciation while reducing dependence on teacher modelling can foster autonomous lifelong learning. This presentation will demonstrate a fun and co-operative activity that encourages learners to understand, process and produce pronunciation focused language independent of the teacher and on a deeper level than the “listen and repeat “methodology.
MATT POTTER teaches at several universities in Kanto and holds an MATESOL from the University of Canterbury, New Zealand. His interests include constructivist teaching and learning.

MyShare #3
Methods of Managing Classroom Energy and Student Focus - David Garwood
While teachers plan lessons around the content they are required to teach, underlying every good lesson plan is a consideration of how students will respond to and engage with each activity. Being aware of the energy present in a classroom and knowing how to manage this improves student focus and, consequently, their retention of studied material significantly. This presentation, focusing on the context of elementary grade learners, is concerned with basic methods of managing this energy; methods that will (ideally) improve both the teacher and learner experience during lessons.
DAVID GARWOOD has had several years of experience as an ALT in Gunma Prefecture and holds an MA in History from Massey University, New Zealand.

MyShare #4
More Than a Tape Recorder: The ALT and Meaningful Input - Raymond Hoogenboom
In primary and secondary school English education in Japan, the non-Japanese assistant language teacher (ALT) is often an underappreciated and underexploited wealth of cultural knowledge and meaningful linguistic input. This experimental activity is aimed at English teacher training and explores ways for teacher trainees to comprehend the socio-cultural depths from which ALTs can share their lives and countries.
RAYMOND HOOGENBOOM is an associate professor at Gunma University, where he is involved with program development and materials creation.

MyShare #5
“0-A2 in 90 Days?” - Heather McCulloch
How fast can I learn French? Is it possible to go from zero to a high beginner in three months? In this presentation I will reveal the answer. If I am successful, I will explain how it was done. I will admit to what I did right and where I went wrong. Finally, I will share how this fun experience has reminded me of the feeling of learning a new language. Bienvenue!
HEATHER McCULLOCH has lived in Japan for 20 years where she has been immersed in the language every day. Before that, she received a BA in Spanish literature and culture. Upon receiving her BA, she had studied Spanish for 10 years. She went on to study both Chinese and Korean. At present she is learning French and hopes to widen her language knowledge by learning more languages in the future.

We will take a short rest break midway or so through the event and light refreshments will be provided for attendees.

Link to venue location: https://goo.gl/maps/RaKWnMHfkKN1CLnD8

The Tohoku ELT Expo is a one day mini-conference offering quality presentations and materials displays for language teachers in any context: College, Jr. & Sr. High, Elementary, Kindergarten and private language school. Presentations will be given by speakers from around Japan and the Sendai/Tohoku region. The aim is to provide top-class presentations and publishers’ material displays for every kind of English teacher.