English Teaching in Japan: Is Japanese Necessary?

English Teaching in Japan: Is Japanese Necessary? English Teaching in Japan: Is Japanese Necessary? Living and teaching in Japan often sparks the inevitable question: “Do I need to learn Japanese?” The answer is far from simple. Over two decades in Japan, as a foreigner married to a Japanese national, I’ve navigated life with minimal Japanese […]

Leveling Up Learning and Productivity Through Gamification

Leveling Up Learning and Productivity Through Gamification Gamification in Education and the Workplace If the idea of gamification conjures images of people sitting around the table playing games in the workplace or classroom, you might want to think again. While gamification certainly borrows elements from the world of games, its application is far more nuanced […]

Teaching English in Japan: How Certified Teachers Provide Quality Lessons

Teaching English in Japan: How Certified Teachers Provide Quality Lessons Teaching English in Japan: How Certified Teachers Provide Quality Lessons. Part 2. Can a single piece of paper make a difference? This discussion examines whether holding a certification can enhance teaching effectiveness. It will include some personal anecdotes from my experiences both with and without […]