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Understanding Different Communities of Practice #677

Sun, Nov 22, 17:20-17:45 JST | Zoom 12
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In this session we will describe the Contrast Culture Method (CCM) as a tool for the audience to understand and explore their cultural values. Training can be tailored towards different communities of trainees, such as students, teachers, business people. Several trainers will explain their personal narratives about what they have learned from CCM: how it can be powerful, moving, and not just insightful but deeply reflective on how we act and who we are.

Presentation Assets

Donna Fujimoto

Donna Fujimoto

Osaka Jogakuin University
My main role in JALT is to promote and learn about Pragmatics in language teaching and in everyday life. Acting appropriately and noticing inappropriate actions are just as necessary in cultural awareness--so these are the two main areas that I focus upon.
Alan Simpson

Alan Simpson

Miyazaki International College
I do many things at Miyazaki International College but mostly teaching. I also enjoy my role as the Business Communication SIG coordinator
Daniel Lilley

Daniel Lilley

Momoyama Gakuin University
Daniel is an educator based in Osaka who is interested in intercultural studies, Extensive Reading, and teaching English through drama and performance.
Amanda Gillis Furutaka

Amanda Gillis Furutaka

Kyoto Sangyo University
Program Chair of BRAIN SIG, member of SIETAR Contrast Culture Method SIG
Margaret Kim

Margaret Kim

Otemae University
I'm the English coordinator at Otemae University. I'm also involved with the International Exchange Department. My focus of research is on the Contrast Culture Method, public speaking, intercultural communication and gender issues.