Tag Archives: teaching

Japanese Studies: we have a problem—in theory

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Paula

There are plenty of stereotypes about graduate students, but one of the most persistent images is that of the intellectual snob. Using obscure words in everyday conversations, sprinkling buzzwords into explanations in class, and name-dropping the scholars or theorists they’ve … Continue reading →

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Applying to JET as a CIR, Part 3

Posted on October 26, 2011 by LM

Part 1: What is a Coordinator for International Relations? Part 2: The Application Process Part 3: Life as a CIR Placement Positions for CIRs are extremely varied in terms of location, duties, and expectations. ALTs know from the start that … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: LEO Lecturer II, Japanese Language

Posted on September 24, 2011 by LM

Job Title: LEO Lecturer II Work Location: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor Campus Full-Time Department: LSA Asian Languages & Cultures Posting Begin/End Date: 9/21/2011 – 10/06/2011 Responsibilities Responsible for 10-12 instructional hours per week at any assigned levels of Japanese … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Japanese Children’s Games

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Laura

Wanna play ____? For many kids around the world, recess is the highlight of their school day. But the way they spend this treasured time differs from country to country, region to region and even school to school. Japanese elementary … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Full-time Adjunct Position in Japanese, Modern Languages

Posted on August 22, 2011 by LM

Via HigherEdJobs.com. Full-time Adjunct Position in Japanese, Modern Languages, Fall 2011- Spring 2012, One Year Institution: Saint Mary’s College of California Location: Moraga, CA Application Due: 09/12/2011 Responsibilities: Fall 2011 * First-semester Japanese (Elementary Japanese) MWF from 10:20-11:20 and Tuesdays … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Japanese Instructor(s), Japan America Society of Colorado

Posted on July 23, 2011 by LM

Via Japan America Society of Colorado. See original posting at JASC’s website. JASC is looking for a Japanese instructor or instructors to teach beginner and intermediate Japanese as part of its Japanese Language Classes. Start Date: End of September (Exact … Continue reading →

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Transcultural Asia: Pedagogies of Borrowing and Trading in Undergraduate Education

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Paula

Location: Beloit College, Beloit, Wisconsin,United States Symposium Date: September 23-24, 2011 Registration is now open for an Asian Studies Teaching Colloquium on Transcultural Asia: Pedagogies of Borrowing and Trading in Undergraduate Education. Both the colloquium schedule and the registration form … Continue reading →

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CAJLE Annual Conference 2011: Exploring on Pedagogical Japanese Grammar and Teaching for Communication

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Paula

Theme: Exploring on Pedagogical Japanese Grammar and Teaching for Communication Conference Date:  August 5 (Fri)-7 (Sun), 2011 Conference Venue:  University of Regina The annual conference of the Canadian Association for Japanese Language Education (CAJLE) will be held at University of … Continue reading →

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Announcement: Summer Institute for Teachers of Japanese Language in U.S.

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Paula

The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles, in collaboration with DePaul University will conduct a four-day Summer Institute in Arlington Heights, Illinois, during summer 2011. Goals and Objectives: Workshop participants will review and improve their teaching practices by revisiting basic knowledge and … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: Eigo Noto, DVD 1: Understanding Women

Posted on May 27, 2011 by LM

Eigo Noto (｢英語ノート」) is the government-approved English language textbook for grades 5 and 6. While the overall content is decent, JET ALTs and CIRs who work in public elementary schools in Japan know just how incredibly awkward the conversations in the … Continue reading →

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