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Akita International University Graduate Student Showcase #283

Sat, Nov 21, 10:45-12:15 JST | Zoom 30 Graduate Student Showcases
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Effects of the Power Gap Between Teachers and Students in the Classroom.

Xiadan WANG

This research shows the power gap between the teacher and students by analyzing four aspects: topic shift, teacher’s control over time allocation, turn initiation and completion, and IRF sequence, which causes the negative influence of teacher’s dominance on students’ learning.

L2 Self and Motivation for Proficiency Development.

Tu NGUYEN

Successful models of non-native English users can have a positive influence on Japanese high school students’ L2 self. Such models portray attainable ideal L2 selves among students which can motivate students to advance and maintain their English learning.

Enhancing SHS Students’ Interactional Competence Through Teaching Communication Strategies.

Tomoko HIROSE

This presentation aims to examine the effectiveness of teaching communication strategies (CS) in SHS classes. The presenter discusses how integrating CS in daily lessons, especially response for maintenance strategies and signals for negotiation, can enhance the interaction between students.

A Reflection on the Teaching Assistant Experience.

Yibifu TILABI

This presentation is an account of an aspiring experience as a graduate teaching assistant. The presenter shares challenges and rewards of interacting with Japanese college students and conducting a demonstration in EAP courses as a model.

Tomoko Hirose

Tomoko Hirose

Akita International University
Tomoko Hirose is a graduate student at Akita International University and also a public high school English teacher in Kochi prefecture. Her current interest is how to help improve students' strategic competence through instruction.
Tilabi Yibifu

Tilabi Yibifu

Akita International University