trainingprogramforteachersofthejapanese-languageo.docVIP

Training Program for Teachers of the Japanese-Language on a Specific Theme Application Instructions 1. Objectives This program is designed to provide teachers of the Japanese language with an opportunity to deepen knowledge on theories and methodologies related to the theme and to improve educational capacity, with the aim of resolving issues in educational settings. Training is provided on specific themes of (1) Course Design and (2) Development of teaching materials in fiscal 2017. 2. Program Outline (1) Duration a. “Course Design”: May 30, 2017 - July 6, 2017 (tentative) b. “Development of teaching materials”: November 13, 2017 - December 20, 2017 (tentative) *The program may be cancelled if there are less than ten training participants. (2) Course Venue The Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Urawa (JFJLI, Urawa) (Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture) (3) Description of the Program Theories and knowledge on Japanese language teaching methodologies and teaching techniques regarding a specific theme will be confirmed and shared, with the aim of improving the capacity of the participants to provide Japanese-language education and of resolving problems in the Japanese course or classes. (4) Number of Participants Each research theme: About 25 participants 3. Eligibility Overseas educational organizations that provide Japanese language education. Applications from individuals will not be accepted. The following individuals are eligible to participate in the program: Both native and non-native speakers of Japanese may participate in this program (1) Teachers who have an employment relationship with the applying organization where it is agreed that they will continue to work after completing this program. Undergraduates and individuals studying to become Japanese language teachers at the time of application are not eligible; (2) Individuals who are Japanese nationals or nationals of a country that has diplomatic relations with J