October 31, 2025 to November 2, 2025
National Olympics Memorial Youth Center / 国立オリンピック記念青少年総合センター
Asia/Tokyo timezone

Practical Tips for Teaching Oral Communication in Japan

Nov 2, 2025, 9:40 AM
1h
National Olympics Memorial Youth Center / 国立オリンピック記念青少年総合センター

National Olympics Memorial Youth Center / 国立オリンピック記念青少年総合センター

3-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-0052 / 〒151-0052 東京都渋谷区代々木神園町3-1

Speaker

Bruno Vannieu (Alma Publishing)

Description

Getting Japanese students to speak in class can be difficult, as cultural factors often inhibit communication. Based on 25 years of experience, I’ll share nine practical, classroom-tested strategies that work with those realities. I’ll demonstrate simple, adaptable techniques to build momentum and create a positive classroom dynamic—regardless of student level or motivation. This workshop offers encouragement for new teachers and fresh ideas for experienced ones, aiming to reduce frustration and foster more active, talkative classrooms.

Summary

Getting Japanese students to speak in class can be difficult, as cultural factors often inhibit communication. Based on 25 years of experience, I’ll share nine practical, classroom-tested strategies that work with those realities. I’ll demonstrate simple, adaptable techniques to build momentum and create a positive classroom dynamic—regardless of student level or motivation. This workshop offers encouragement for new teachers and fresh ideas for experienced ones, aiming to reduce frustration and foster more active, talkative classrooms.

Teaching Context College and university education

Presentation materials