Sponsor Spotlight:
Where exactly does technology meet with the traditional classroom interface to make the most of a blended learning program? What kind of considerations are important in choosing, adapting and using technology as part of a language skills program? How will the recent innovations of Web 2.0 affect use of IT in language learning? Do teachers and students want to understand and harness technology for the classroom? We will look at some typical language learning software to show examples of ways technology can fit and fill instead of fight and frustrate.
The presenter is Kevin Ryan, who is a longtime member of our club and who has held a number of officer positions, including two years as club president. Kevin has taught in Barcelona, Chicago, Nanjing and Tokyo. He began teaching in language labs in the early 90’s, and has since moved most of his materials and approaches online, but still values the personal interface, especially here in Japan. Past President of the CALL SIG (twice) and editor of the CALL newsletter, Kevin is now taking care of JALT’s money until November. See kevinryan.com for more details.
COST: Members free, non-members 1000 yen at the door.
VENUE: The meetings are held in the basement of the Tokyo Union Church (map) on Omotesando Dori, a short walk from the A-1 exit of the Omotesando subway station on the Ginza, Hanzomon, and Chiyoda Lines.
We hope you can make it to the meeting. For those who can’t, you can catch us at Shakey’s down the street after 9 pm.
Past events…Between meetings, you can keep up with what is happening with TPC by participating in the club newsgroups and mailing lists This is a handy way to stay informed, look for information, or share your knowledge and tips.
