Wiltshier: 10 challenges, 10 Solutions, Firsthand
Challenges can be problems but they don't need to - this presentation will offer solutions to 10 common challenges that we as teachers face day to day. These common challenges range from how to effectively engage students and move them beyond mechanical repetition to ways to find time for ourselves to develop as teachers. The new edition of English Firsthand incorporates all the solutions that will be presented including a built-in series of steps for teacher development and your very own drama coach!
Kamimura: Versant™ - Introduction of Genuine English Proficiency Test
Versant™ automatically evaluates the spoken English skills of non-native English speakers, using speech processing technology and the advanced science of linguistics. Versant™ has been used worldwide by universities, companies, and governments for a large variety of applications. In this presentation, you will find out more details about Versant™ and how Versant™ is used in different institutions, with co-presenter, Ian Munby from Hokkai Gakuen University.
