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Past Events

Details of past JALT events from late 2008 onwards. For a listing of earlier events (2001-2008) please visit the events calendar archive.


17

May
2024, 7:00pm to 8:00pm

EdTech: VocAPPulary Land: A 1-Hour Tour

Tokyo

These EdTech events are for language teachers who want to know more about EdTech and look for different ways to implement new ideas in their teaching. 

Abstract: 

This is a boots-on-the-ground session to introduce accessible tools for 1) assessing and aligning student vocabulary...

17

May
2024, 12:00am to 11:55pm

JALTCALL 2024

Computer Assisted Language Learning

JALTCALL 2024 will be held at Meijo University in Nagoya, May 17–19, 2024 with the theme of artificial intelligence. 

More information is available at https://jaltcall.org/jaltcall-2024/

12

May
2024, 3:00pm to 5:00pm

小学校英語教員の専門能力開発ニーズ Professional Development Needs of Elementary School Teachers of English

Tottori

 

 

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SUNDAY, 12 May*

* This is a make-up presentation for one which we unfortunately had to cancel last September.

Professional Development Needs of Elementary School...

12

May
2024, 3:00pm to 5:00pm

小学校英語教員の専門能力開発ニーズ Professional Development Needs of Elementary School Teachers of

Okayama

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https://tinyurl.com/OKJALT-0923

Information about the event follows below:

Section 1 - Introduction to Professional Development Needs

Research from literature review, interviews, and a nationwide survey explores the professional needs and...

12

May
2024, 3:00pm to 5:00pm

小学校英語教員の専門能力開発ニーズ Professional Development Needs of Elementary School Teachers of English

Matsuyama

For the English version see after the Japanese version

第1部 日本の小学校英語教員の専門能力開発ニーズと経験について、 文献調査、

個別インタビュー、 全国調査をもとに紹介する。

第2部 発音トレーニングやスモールトークを取り入れた短いトレーニングセッションを行う。

参加者は、 活動に参加するとともに、自身のクラスで同 様の活動をデザインする方法に

つ いて考える。

第3部 小学校での英語教育や英語教師養成に関する悩みやアイデアを共有する機会を提供...

11

May
2024, 6:30pm

Introduction to Using Tech in Your Classroom

Come and join Nagoya JALT for our May event entitled "Introduction to Using Tech in Your Classroom" presented by Phil Nguyen. This workshop will explore the benefits of integrating technology in classrooms and offices using both Canva and Quizlet, popular apps for the classroom. Additionally, we...

11

May
2024, 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Two presentations on Pronunciation by Yusuke Shibata

Fukuoka

Part 1: Navigating Pronunciation Priorities with Japanese Learners
The teaching of pronunciation presents unique challenges in the classroom, with various aspects demanding attention. While it is widely recognised that teaching Japanese learners the distinction between English consonants /...

11

May
2024, 6:00pm

Benefits of Discourse Analysis in language learning classrooms

Kitakyushu

This May event highlights the benefits of analysing conversations in the target language. Discourse analysis not only requires a deeper look at what is said but also what isn't said. This practice requires breaking apart natural conversations in segments and understanding why a person might take...

30

Apr
2024, 8:00pm

ZPD in April

ZPD - Zoom for Professional Development Event Committee

Our next ZPD will be on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024 from 8 PM - 9 PM Japan Time. 
 

We'll break up into small groups to discuss a variety of topics. As usual, we will also have an orientation for new officers and new members, tips and best practices in teaching, getting published,...

28

Apr
2024, 7:00pm to 8:00pm

PresentERs - Jordan Rivera: Conducting Extensive Reading Activities in Class

Extensive Reading

We will have a short talk about Extensive Reading from Jordan Rivera on Sunday 28 April 19:00-20:00. The event will involve a short 20-30 minute casual talk from our PresentER, followed by around 20-30 minutes of questions and discussion. PresentERs takes place on the last Sunday of each month...