Presenters
Jaclyn Sylvia
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
Jaclyn Sylvia, Hannam University, Indiana University Bloomington
Abstract
The demands of the 21st century economy require students to use English as a tool for intercultural communication. To meet these demands, this workshop presents a teaching tool for conversation classes which encourages university and adult students to negotiate their culture and use of English in relation to that...
James Kimball
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Onnuri • Onnuri Hall • 11:00
Motivating Young Learners Through Effective Classroom ManagementYoung Learners • Classroom Management SIG
Young Learners need to be emotionally invested in classroom activities to succeed. Unfortunately, YLs can be easily distracted or bored. There are a host of reasons why it is difficult to sustain YLs’ motivation: activity type, lesson sequencing, language content, time-on-task, the teacher's role, classmates, home life, diet, sleep, etc. The list is endless. It should come as no surprise that creating and sustaining positive learning...
James Michael Wood
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
James Michael Wood, Seoul National University UCL Institute of Education
Abstract
Scholarly literature shows that international students in the UK tend to underperform in assessments compared to domestic students and that this may be for a number of reasons connected to formative writing and evaluation practices. This project examined the use of Google Docs for formative learning and assessment in an attempt to investigate...
Jared McKee
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Motivation • Room 107 • 15:00
Motivating Students to Read: Interactive Activities to Increase EngagementLearner motivation / creativity
Reading is a skill that many students are struggling with everywhere, across the world. Combine that with second language learning in English, it can be a challenge to motivate students to read. In this interactive presentation and workshop, I will talk about my strategies for getting students to be interested and active in their learning English through engaging activities and lessons that are fun and meaningful. Activities include close...
Jason Gold
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
Jason Gold, Kwansei Gakuin University
Abstract
Drawing on new research in the fields of education, cognitive science, and neuroscience, this workshop will introduce and explain a variety of useful techniques for effective classroom management and smart teaching, as well caution against common study habits that have proven to be largely ineffective. Regarding classroom management, the techniques will touch on...
Jean Kirschenmann & Ee Chan Noh
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
Jean Kirschenmann, Hawaii Pacific University
Ee Chan Noh, Hawaii Pacific University
Abstract
While communicative language teaching encourages learner-learner interaction and the Korean Ministry of Education endorses it, it is often difficult to achieve. With a novel look at language teaching "materials," this workshop addresses concerns of teachers who find students reluctant to interact or have difficulty...
Jeff Buck
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
Jeff Buck, Dongseo University, Busan
Abstract
This presentation will demonstrate how phones can be a fun way to help students improve their English and help teachers with classroom management. We will discuss and practice different ways to integrate technology with learning English. How about having students write an e-mail to you? They will love getting your reply. Also, they will have a blast making a short video in class of one of their...
Jeffrey Walter - Member-at-large
Jeffrey Walter has been teaching EFL for over fifteen years, including more than a decade in Korea. He has taught in a wide variety of settings and to different age groups. He started as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) in elementary and middle schools with the JET Programme in rural Japan, before moving to Korea where here has worked at a hagwon, an intensive teacher-training program, and three universities. He is currently an Assistant Professor at Sangji University in Wonju, where he has been since 2009. Jeffrey has an MA in Applied Linguistics from University of New England. His...
Jennifer Book
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International Conference 2018
Featured Session
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Pronunciation is still a neglected area in the classroom – why is this? As the trend for English as a Lingua Franca increases globally, this talk will focus on Pronunciation of English as a Lingua Franca. In it, I will discuss the pronunciation goals that we, as teachers, want our learners to aspire to, in terms of comprehensibility and intelligibility, and how our utopian ideals are changing as we realize the need to be more realistic in what we expect...
Jenny (Jennifer) Morgan
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
Jenny (Jennifer) Morgan, Wayo Women's University, Chiba, Japan
Abstract
Language teachers often rush into content teaching at the beginning of a course without properly inducting their freshmen students who are crossing from the Senior High School learning environment to the University learning environment. As a result, these students can miss out on opportunities to learn both inside and outside the classroom....
Jermaine S. McDougald
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(CLIL, NEST/NNEST) Webinar Library
Downgrading NEST: Creating a path for CLIL teacher identity
It is important to highlight that undertaking a CLIL approach depends on a range of situational and contextual variables. Thus, teachers must raise their understanding of CLIL pedagogies needed to successfully teach content and language, while ensuring effective learning. There are still inaccurate misconceptions surrounding the notion that CLIL pedagogy can only be delivered by a Native English-Speaking Teacher (NEST), thereby denying/ignoring the importance of valuable...
Jessica Barraza
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
Jessica Barraza, Educational Consultant and Owner of SYNTICATE Educational Services
Abstract
Linking the language in meaningful ways can help facilitate the learning of new vocabulary words while making grammar connections too. By observing these methods used by young children learning their native languages, researchers explored the notion that second language learners, even as adults, could likewise be more successful by making meaningful relationships between words and objects rather...
Jessica Magnusson
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Jessica Magnusson, Gwangju National University of Education
Abstract
Teachers work hard to prepare lessons that are both educational and enjoyable for students. The use of educational materials such as individual whiteboards, letter tiles, games and project kits can liven up a classroom. However, purchasing such materials can be a financial burden to individual teachers or to schools. Some materials require a huge amount of prep time from...
Jessica Magnusson
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Technology • Room 201 • 16:00
Creating Administrative Systems with QR Codes and Google Drive ToolsTechnology • Hagwon administration & management
Teachers and administrators often find themselves bogged down with repetitive tasks such as tracking attendance, grading student homework and quizzes, writing report cards and contacting students and parents. Doing some or all of these regular tasks manually can be very time-consuming, and can lead to exhaustion. In addition, teachers and administrators often look towards costly software or learning management systems to find...
Jhyyi Chen & Kai-Jye Chia
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
Jhyyi Chen, Cardinal Tien Junior College of Healthcare and Management
Kai-Jye Chia, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
Abstract
In this study, concept mapping was used as a method to assist learners to connect learned vocabulary, phrases, sentences and concept of the target topic together as a framework. Prediction was selected as a tool to help learners to integrate learned English expression in...
Ji-young Suh
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Poster • Hallway • All day
Developing an integrated ESP Material for Cabin CrewAir transportation has become a necessary part of globalization and the role of flight attendants as well as their communication competence has become vital factors in the success of the aviation business. This presentation looks at Content-Based Instruction (CBI) English for Specific Purposes (ESP) Course materials which the presenter designed specifically for cabin crew. The purpose of this course material project was to develop learner-centered ESP materials that integrate CBI and situational language...
Jill Hadfield
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International Conference 2018
Featured Session
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One of the great feel-good words in education technology is "interactivity." From whiteboards to virtual environments, "interaction" is everywhere. But the term carries two implicit suggestions. First, it implies that "interaction" takes place between human and machine, rather than human and human. The second suggestion is a simplistic idea that educational technology equates with learning that involves interaction (humanㅡmachine) and is good; whereas the...
Jill Murray
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International Conference 2018
Featured Session
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In language assessment, grades for fluency are usually based on a candidate’s ability to speak smoothly and to minimize hesitation, self-correction, repetition, and the frequency and length of pauses. For example, in the category of discourse management, Cambridge proficiency descriptors value the ability “to produce extended stretches of discourse with very little hesitation.” IELTS fluency and coherence descriptors, value the...
Jo-Anna Lynch
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
Jo-Anna Lynch, Seoul National University of Science and Technology
Abstract
Many professors find plagiarism to be an ongoing problem in their university classrooms. Within the ESOL context, this problem is exacerbated more as students may not know how to summarize, paraphrase, cite sources in English, all the while coming from different cultures where they may have different expectations on what is considered plagiarism. In this presentation, I will...
Joanne McCuaig
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(Promo) 1:00-1:45 pm Zoom
The University of Birmingham: MA TESOL/MA Applied Linguistics
The University of Birmingham, UK, is pleased to offer an information session about the distance (and campus-based) M.A. programs it offers in TESOL and Applied Linguistics. Topics covered include: structure of the program, courses offered, program expectations, timelines, and program costs. As well, we will be talking about how to be successful in your M.A. studies with Birmingham and if this program is a fit for your needs. Questions are always welcome and if you can't attend the...
Jocelyn Wright
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(Reflective Practice) 1:00-1:45 pm Zoom
Educational Gifts
Every day, we exchange gifts. In the educational context, "gifts" may take different forms. Some may not appear to be gifts at all when we first give or receive them. However, later, we may find that they were quite precious. Or vice versa. Given our preferences and our goals, our desire might be to increase the exchange of certain gifts and decrease the exchange of others. This synchronous Zoom workshop inspired by my studies of nonviolent communication (NVC), we will after a brief introduction to NVC, reflect on...
Jocelyn Wright
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Jocelyn Wright is Assistant Professor in the English Language and Literature Department at Mokpo National University. She obtained an honor’s degree in linguistics, has done graduate studies in the field of education, and is also CELTA certified. She began teaching English in 1999 and has taught EFL in a variety of contexts, not only in Korea but also in France, French-Canada, and the Dominican Republic. Because of her growing interest in critical education and social justice, she formed this SIG in 2015. She is still the main group facilitator and admin. If you have any questions or would...
Jocelyn Wright
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
Jocelyn Wright, Mokpo National University
Abstract
Language constantly changes with cultural and societal developments, so it is sometimes hard to keep up! Yet, because it is used to label individuals and express identities, it is important to consider within the context of multicultural education, which aims to promote inclusion and combat discrimination. If teachers and students have not had much experience with diversity, they may be unaware of the language used to...
Jocelyn Wright - Founder and Leadership Support
Jocelyn has taught in Canada, the Dominican Republic, France, and Korea. She has been teaching English as well as content courses at Mokpo National University since 2007. Her desire to understand social justice issues better and to try to teach students critically and justly led her to found the Social Justice SIG. After being the main coordinator during the initial years (2015~2018), Jocelyn has since (2018~) shifted to the role of Leadership Support. She hopes to continue facilitating discussions on the SIG’s Facebook page and providing support and mentoring to current and new leaders of...
John Breckenfeld
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
John Breckenfeld, Gangneung-Wonju National University
Abstract
Music is one of life’s treasures, and our students connect with songs for the same reasons we do. Like comfort food, influential songs become powerful memory triggers, propelling us back in time to the days when we first heard Nirvana, Prince, or Beyonc?. If only our classroom experiences could reemerge in students’ future musings in similarly positive ways! After teaching English in...
John Campbell-Larsen
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
John Campbell-Larsen, Kyoto Wonen's University
Abstract
This workshop will investigate three features of conversational language: 1) discourse markers such as well', 'you know' and 'I mean', 2) backchannel language such as 'uh huh', 'right', and 3) interactional question strategies. The presenter will give a brief outline of the importance of these points for helping students to engage in...
John Wilson
KOTESOL International Conference 2016(Concurrent Session)
John Wilson, Nanzan University, Nagoya Japan
Abstract
How do university instructors make pedagogical decisions in establishing effective assessment tools for their students' oral presentations? In 2016, the presenter conducted a small-scale qualitative, exploratory study seeking to better understand how EFL university instructors in Japan evaluated their students' oral presentation skills. This workshop...
Jon Nordmeyer
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Featured Session - International Conference 2015
Inquiring into Writing: Building on Learners’ StrengthsAn asset-based approach to instruction builds on learners’ strengths and helps students to take ownership for their learning. Differentiating instruction builds on individual students’ creativity, proficiency levels, and background knowledge. This not only develops academic language but also critical thinking skills. Using the WIDA English language development framework, participants will explore a writing activity at different proficiency levels.
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Jones, Michael
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Michael Jones
Abstract #1 In Their Shoes - What It's Like to Be an L2 Learner
Many language teachers, especially those new to the profession, find that teaching beginners is one of the more challenging aspects of ELT. It becomes even more difficult when the teacher cannot speak the learners’ mother tongue and an L1 speaking co-teacher is available. “How can I teach them when they don’t even understand simple instructions!” is a common refrain heard from novice ELT...
José Domingo Cruz
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Biography
José Domingo Cruz, the creator of Verbal Classrooms, has given numerous presentations and keynotes for various conferences and events. He works on several English study projects, including his main venture, “GOLDFish365”. Cruz is the author of, “Teaching with ZOOM 2” Published by Wayzgoose Press. He helped create the protocols for and led the team of volunteer Room Hosts that guided the presentations for the pioneering online conferences for PANSig and the JALT National conferences of 2020. Cruz is a leading member of Online Teaching Japan, a Facebook discussion group on...