"Pragmatics plays a crucial role in effective communication, yet it remains an underexplored area in English Language Teaching (ELT) in Japan. To address this gap, this forum will bring together the expertise of the Material Writers and Pragmatics Special Interest Groups (SIGs) to showcase innovative approaches to designing and implementing materials that foster pragmatic competence.
The...
"When attempting to set up an Extensive Reading Program at institutions, teachers often encounter resistance. However, starting on a small scale often reveals that other educators are already engaging in similar practices. By connecting with these like-minded colleagues, collaboration becomes possible, leading to more effective and impactful teaching methods.
This presentation explores the...
" This interactive forum explores innovative approaches to developing teacher autonomy and agency within language education contexts. Through presentation-workshop style sessions, participants will engage with both theoretical frameworks and practical applications that enhance professional development and classroom practice.
The forum features two complementary perspectives on autonomy...
In this forum, we are discussing the idea of developing students as whole people as a way to prepare them for the future. In an increasingly complex and interconnected world, higher education is evolving beyond traditional academic development to nurture autonomous individuals who think critically, act ethically, and engage meaningfully with their communities. Presentations will explore how...
