Bruno Vannieu
Labo MI
Bruno Vannieu has taught French at the university level in Japan for 25 years, including eleven years at Kobe University where he received the Best Teacher Award six times. He retired from teaching in 2019 to concentrate on teacher training and publishing. He is a co-author of 13 French and English textbooks and the author of "Enseigner l’oral au Japon" ("Teaching Speaking Skills in Japan"). His research is focused on intercultural communication and language teaching methods.
Sessions
Intercultural Basics in Speaking Classes
Though many second language teachers feel a need to inject some intercultural learning in the context of low-intermediate and intermediate level speaking classes, it is often difficult to make this a reality. In this practical workshop, the presenters will show some practical methods and materials that can foster intercultural understanding, leading to deeper insights that will aid students as they navigate an ever more globalized society.