Language Sensei

A Language Teacher's Journey

July 20, 2012
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Just ask yourself one question….

As teachers we spend a long time mastering our content.  It is only natural – and the first days of teaching, a matter of survival. In coming to grips with a text, figuring out how to meet learning outcomes and … Continue reading

June 29, 2012
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I blog because…

It’s been 4 months since I launched Language Sensei…and at the end of the year (it’s our last day here in Vancouver) the perfect time to sit back and reflect on this relatively new experience. A lot of teachers are … Continue reading

June 25, 2012
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Slow and Steady Wins the Race – A Teaching Transformation

I have  attended a lot of conferences lately,  through fabulous PLN teachers who are generous in tweeting information (and comments) as they participate. From #flipcon12 to #iste12 and #pbl the array of opportunities out there for me to enhance my … Continue reading

June 11, 2012
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The Benefits of a Twitter “Chat”

One of the benefits of Twitter for educators has to be the professional development opportunities. By following  individuals I have expanded my techniques and teaching tools. There is a further Twitter option – that of the “chat”. As a language … Continue reading

June 4, 2012
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Learning to love the phone in class….

It used to be that the sight of a phone in class, not even mentioning an annoying ringtone (!), was against the rules. Fighting the phone became a constant battle. Then one day I decided to stop fighting and embrace … Continue reading

May 11, 2012
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“Authentic Not Necessarily Native” Giving Opportunities to Students

As a teacher of a foreign language (FL) there is drive to provide communication experiences and contact with native speakers. In my case, Japanese, I benefit from being in an area that is a popular working-holiday destination for Japanese people. … Continue reading

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