Title: Teaching as Storytelling: Narrative Techniques for Engaging Education
Presenter: Dr. Stewart Gray, University of Nottingham Ningbo China
Abstract
Storytelling is a staple activity of kindergarten classes, but it is often sidelined in the later stages of education as students get older and class contents become more demanding. This is unfortunate, as storytelling can be an effective approach to teaching in any class, from advanced grammar lessons to theoretical lectures. Stories are not only highly engaging for students; they also lend a schematic structure to lesson contents and help to exemplify and clarify difficult concepts.
The focus of this session is how to incorporate storytelling into lessons to enhance student engagement and comprehension. Attendees will encounter ideas for selecting (or creating) suitable stories for lessons on any topic and fitting them effectively into lesson plans. Also, the presenter will offer suggestions about how to lend a coherent narrative structure to an overall lesson plan, and how teachers can deliver stories in an impactful and entertaining way.
Presenter’s Bio
Stewart Gray (PhD) is a Teaching Fellow in Applied Linguistics at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China. Previously, he worked in Korea for 12 years teaching EFL and training teachers. His academic interests include language and identity, creativity in the classroom, and reflective practice. He is a former president of our chapter.
Venue
Note: The venue is different from our usual meeting location.
Venue: Myongji University, Natural Science Campus, Creative Arts Hall, Room 266 (2nd floor)
Korean Address: 경기 용인시 처인구 명지로 116 명지대학교 창조관, 266호
English Address: Myongji University Creative Hall, Room 266, 116 Myeongji-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bseeZ68TzJahdspw7
Naver Map: https://naver.me/x60QvY0G
Parking: On campus, there is a parking fee of 1,000 KRW per 30 minutes, with an additional fee of 1,000 KRW per 15 minutes. You can purchase a 2-hour ticket for 3,000 KRW or a 24-hour parking ticket for 4,000 KRW at the gate until 3 pm. Otherwise, you may buy a 24-hour ticket from the event organizers - in cash (no change available), or by bank transfer.
Directions
1) From Seoul, Bundang, Yongin
From Seoul Gangnam, Seoul Myeongdong, Seoul Station, Seoul Jamsil, Bundang, Yongin Shingal, Yongin Giheung, take any red bus that heads to Myongji University: 5001, 5001-1, 5000, 5005, 5600, 5700, or the green bus 820. Get off at the final stop (Myongji University). Be aware that there is a stop called 'Myongjidae Ibgu' which is not the final stop.
2) From Yongin Bus Terminal
3) By Taxi
Ask the driver to take you to "명지대학교 자연캠퍼스창조예술관" (Myeongji dae hakkyo Jayeoncampus Changjokwan)
4) Arriving at Myongji University
Walk or drive up the hill, turn slightly left and you will see a new building labeled 창조관. You will enter the main entrance of the building on the 4th floor. Find the stairs/elevator to your left, they will take you down to the 2nd floor. Turn left to find lecture room 266 - one of the closest rooms to the elevator/stairs.
