20–22 Nov 2026
The WINC Aichi
Asia/Tokyo timezone

Bill Balsamo Asian Scholar Invited Speaker Workshop

21 Nov 2026, 17:00
1h
The WINC Aichi

The WINC Aichi

Highlighted Speaker Room 1002

Speaker

Willy Ardian Renandya (National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University)

Description

Fast-tracking L2 Proficiency via Extramural Learning

This hands-on workshop explores how language learning happens both inside and outside the classroom, and why out-of-class (extramural) learning often yields the biggest benefits. While traditional teaching often focuses too heavily on formal grammar, fast-tracking proficiency requires shifting our focus toward building fluency and vocabulary through a healthy balance of input- and output-based learning activities. Throughout the session, I will offer practical ways to leverage extramural learning for faster and more enjoyable results. Through interactive activities, participants will share and develop concrete strategies that help their students immerse themselves in rich and meaningful language and move toward spontaneous communication. Participants will leave this session with a toolkit of practical ideas and activities ready to use in their own teaching context to boost their students' language confidence and learning autonomy.

Title Fast-tracking L2 proficiency via extramural learning
Teaching Context General

Authors

Marissa Oda (Nagoya University of Foreign Studies (NUFS)) Mary Burkitt (Mary's English Talk & Morioka Shirayuri Gakuen) Willy Ardian Renandya (National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University)

Presentation materials