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Frankie Har (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University), Mr Jamie SULLIVAN (The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)23/05/2026, 11:00TD: Teacher DevelopmentA. Research-oriented Oral Presentation (25 minutes)
In higher education language teaching, rapid technological change and diverse student needs challenge traditional top‑down professional development, which often fails to produce sustainable growth. This study examines the “catch fish effect” within Self‑Directed Professional Development (SDPD), emphasising educator agency and autonomy. Findings show that self‑guided inquiry enhances...
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Prof. Joseph Dias (Aoyama Gakuin University), Dr Catherine Takasugi (Jissen Women's University), Chiyuki Yanase (Keio University)23/05/2026, 11:40
Roots & Shoots in the Classroom: Growing Global Citizens through English
As Dr. Jane Goodall reminds us, “Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.” Inspired by her Roots & Shoots movement, this 2026 Lifelong Learning SIG Forum explores how English education can cultivate empathy, environmental awareness, and a sense of global...
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Erik Tsuchiya (Nagoya University of Foreign Studies MATESOL Student)23/05/2026, 13:30LLL: Lifelong Language LearningB. Practice-oriented Presentation (25 minutes)
This presentation explores how learner-generated classroom newsletters and related materials, created from student exit slips, can extend communicative learning beyond the classroom for third-age learners. Grounded in communicative language teaching, sociocultural theory, and complex dynamic systems theory, the session demonstrates how shared materials can promote interaction, learner...
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Kazunori Shishikura23/05/2026, 14:10LLL: Lifelong Language LearningB. Practice-oriented Presentation (25 minutes)
Although medical English skills are crucial for healthcare professionals, there are comparatively few studies on continuing education in English for Medical Purposes. Sharing the presenter’s reflections as a teacher working with a non-profit organization, this presentation will discuss how to enhance adult learners' real-world competencies in a medical context. It will also discuss how to...
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Ida Suhaini Tajul Urus23/05/2026, 14:50LD: Learner DevelopmentA. Research-oriented Oral Presentation (25 minutes)
This presentation reports on a study examining L2 engagement and English language performance among ESL learners at a Malaysian public university. Using an engagement questionnaire and course assessments in reading, writing, listening, and speaking, the study investigates which engagement dimensions predict language skill performance. Results suggest that while most engagement dimensions did...
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Mihoko Nakamura23/05/2026, 15:30LD: Learner DevelopmentB. Practice-oriented Presentation (25 minutes)
This practice-oriented presentation introduces a Three-Try routine used in a Japanese junior high school special needs classroom. Through repeated, low-stakes speaking activities embedded in daily lessons, students gradually expand what they can express in English. By combining digital tools, teacher-led formative feedback, and structured reflection, the practice builds learner confidence,...
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Elizabeth Oba (National Institute of Technology, Toyama College), Jason Henwood (General Union), Jerry Talandis Jr. (University of Toyama), Mukaddam Khaitova (Hokuriku University), Dr Theron Muller (Waseda University Faculty of Human Sciences)24/05/2026, 09:30TD: Teacher DevelopmentA. Research-oriented Oral Presentation (25 minutes)
We will showcase our experiences of writing for academic publication from within Japanese higher education (HE) as nontraditional authors, explored through collaborative autoethnography (CAE). Our presentation will pursue two goals: explaining how our CAE helped us better understand our experiences of academic publication and how our experiences can inform others seeking to write for academic...
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Judith Kambara (Nagoya City University)24/05/2026, 10:10LD: Learner DevelopmentB. Practice-oriented Presentation (25 minutes)
This presentation will outline how a university course centered around students’ passions fosters real-world language competencies, classroom engagement, and agency. Students explore how engaging with a passion promotes health and well-being, sharing their insights and experiences through discussions, reflective journaling, and presentations. Attendees will gain practical insight about how...
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Chizuru Gyofu, Daniel Hooper (Chuo University), Ivan Lombardi (University of Fukui), John Bankier (Kanagawa University), Karin Ebisu (Kanagawa University), Kimberly Loren Abella Reyes, Mike Nix (Chuo University), Robert Moreau (Meiji University), Ms Yuka Kono (Waseda University), 佳世 小澤 (Kyoritsu University)24/05/2026, 10:50
Presentations are as follows:
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Chizuru Gyofu – Fostering Learner Autonomy Through Self-Regulated Learning in Extended EFL Classes
Daniel Hooper and Robert Moreau – Learning, Struggling, Teaching: Language Teachers’ Reflections as Language Learners
Ivan Lombardi - A Classroom Story of Multilingual Learners Figuring Out AI Translation Together
Karin Ebisu, John Bankier, and Yuka Kono –... -
Kip Cates (Tottori University)24/05/2026, 12:40LD: Learner DevelopmentB. Practice-oriented Presentation (25 minutes)
The classroom can be an exciting place to work with students on developing foreign language skills. Sending students out into the real world to do communicative tasks in the local community can reinforce classroom learning, build social awareness, foster student engagement and promote personal growth. This presentation will demonstrate creative ways to design out-of-class homework assignments...
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Ralph Artugue (Sophia University)24/05/2026, 13:20LD: Learner DevelopmentA. Research-oriented Oral Presentation (25 minutes)
This study originated from a practitioner research project on reflective diary use. This presentation focuses specifically on how students experienced and contributed to the development of a classroom community in a University English communication course.
Over the six weeks, students' participation, interaction patterns, and emerging needs became central to shaping the classroom...
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