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

Enhancing Learning in Mixed-Ability English Classes

Nov 2, 2025, 9:40 AM
30m
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
Research-oriented Presentation (30-minutes) Pedagogy Room 305

Speaker

Hesborn Ondiba (Tokyo University of Science)

Description

This study explores effective pedagogical strategies for engaging mixed-ability English learners in Japanese universities. Collaborative tasks and peer learning proved most effective, while differentiated instruction, tiered assignments, and culturally relevant materials enhanced engagement. Structured group work supported weaker students, and multimodal approaches improved comprehension and confidence. Findings highlight the need for flexible, inclusive strategies to optimize learning in diverse classrooms.

Summary

This study explores effective pedagogical strategies for engaging mixed-ability English learners in Japanese universities. Collaborative tasks and peer learning proved most effective, while differentiated instruction, tiered assignments, and culturally relevant materials enhanced engagement. Structured group work supported weaker students, and multimodal approaches improved comprehension and confidence. Findings highlight the need for flexible, inclusive strategies to optimize learning in diverse classrooms.

Teaching Context College and university education

Author

Hesborn Ondiba (Tokyo University of Science)

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