The Japan Foundation, Manila is delighted to announce the launch of the Next-Gen Nihongo Leaders Program, an initiative aimed towards empowering aspiring and current Japanese language instructors in the Philippines.
The program fosters a proactive approach to learning theories and methods for educational practice, encourages the use of resources and tools, and incorporates generative AI. We aim to establish a professional community where like-minded individuals can unite in their commitment to support each other and achieve common goals, ultimately shaping the future of Nihongo education, particularly for Filipino learners.
Target Participants:
Highly motivated current or aspiring Japanese language teachers with the potential to become leaders among Nihongo educators in the Philippines.
Number of Participants:
6 to 10 participants
Program Structure:
The program effectively utilizes both synchronous and asynchronous methods. For example, participants collect materials on the JF Standard asynchronously and respond to guided questions, followed by synchronous discussions.
Class Time:
Tuesdays and Thursdays starting 17 September 2024, 19:00 – 21:00
Delivery:
Online (via Zoom)
Module 1: Performance-based Assessment for Learning
Module 1 Class Schedule:
| 1 | September 17 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 2 | September 19 | Thursday | asynchronous |
| 3 | September 24 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 4 | September 26 | Thursday | asynchronous |
| 5 | October 1 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 6 | October 3 | Thursday | asynchronous |
| 7 | October 8 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 8 | October 10 | Thursday | asynchronous |
| 9 | October 15 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 10 | October 17 | Thursday | asynchronous |
| 11 | October 22 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 12 | October 24 | Thursday | asynchronous |
| 13 | October 29 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 14 | October 31 | Thursday | asynchronous |
| 15 | November 5 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 16 | November 7 | Thursday | asynchronous |
| 17 | November 12 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 18 | November 14 | Thursday | asynchronous |
| 19 | November 19 | Tuesday | synchronous |
| 20 | November 21 | Thursday | synchronous |
Module 1 Goals:
This interactive and practical course aims to deepen teachers’ and aspiring teachers’ understanding of formative assessment and apply this knowledge in creating performance-based activities and formative assessment tools for classroom use. The created assessment tools will be compiled and shared with a broader audience.
Course Learning Outcomes (Teachers’ Can-dos):
- Create lesson plans that include logically sequenced activities with clear intentions.
- Understand various types of formative assessment and effectively incorporate them into lesson plans.
- Develop assessment tools/activities aligned with specific learning objectives.
- Reflect on personal experiences and apply these reflections for self-improvement and the cultivation of a growth mindset.
- Collaborate and learn with peers and mentors to achieve common goals.
- Provide timely, constructive, and actionable feedback to peers.
To apply, please visit the following link:
https://forms.gle/YwwcvrdpEAVGdsjj6
Application Deadline:
September 8, 2024
We look forward to receiving your application and working together to shape the future of Japanese language education.
