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English Teaching in Japan: Is Japanese Necessary?

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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 […]

The Critical Difference: Comparing Educational Systems and Mindsets

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The Critical Difference: Comparing Educational Systems and Mindsets Between Canada and Japan The Critical Difference: Comparing Educational Systems and Mindsets. This piece explores the integration of critical thinking in English lessons, the educational differences between Canada and Japan, and the beneficial outcomes of adopting an overall critical thinking mindset. It also touches upon current social […]