In 2020, English is to become an official subject in the 5th and 6th grades. Trial practice starts in 2018. MEXT suggests dividing one of the two weekly lessons into three 15-minute modules. 15 minutes goes in a jiffy. We need to plan meaningful short lessons that motivate and help children to learn in a limited time. The presenter will demonstrate ways to plan a series of lessons that have continuity and introduce classroom-tested activities.

Stories bring learning to life. Stories elevate, motivate, engage, enhance and empower.
In this presentation, experienced teacher and master storyteller Kevin Churchley will unlock the power of the Oxford Reading Tree and equip participants with the skills to deliver compelling storytelling sessions with confidence in their own classroom.

We should teach in ways best suited to the subject we are teaching. Since we use multiple senses when using language, the most effective teaching techniques will also be multisensory. When students have limited contact with English each week, we also want to try and include listening, speaking, reading and writing in every class.

Do your students actively practice conversations with you, not just answer your questions in a passive manner? In this presentation, Naoko will explore ways to build fruitful lessons giving children more time to speak, and to grow their autonomy in learning English through group activities which build their confidence.