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Fostering Interest in Global Issues with Model UN #482

Sat, Nov 21, 12:50-13:15 JST | Zoom 15
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In order to develop learner interest in global issues, one university English reading class syllabus was compiled based on a simplified version of a Model United Nations. Learners researched issues related to assigned countries, shared these with peers, and crafted resolutions. Techniques used, such as language input, negotiation skills, and feedback, will be demonstrated in this presentation. Such an approach allows learners to focus on the global community while working on English skills and negotiation.

Presentation Assets

Nicholas Musty

Nicholas Musty

Kobe Gakuin University
Nicholas Musty has been teaching English at universities in Japan since 2009. He is currently employed as a lecturer in the Faculty of Global Communication at Kobe Gakuin University. He has been involved with model United Nations conferences as an advisor since 2015, and has also published papers on critical thinking, presentations and the foreign language effect.
Anthony C Torbert

Anthony C Torbert

Kobe Gakuin University
I teach classes dealing with business, trade, global issues and world culture.