講 義 概 要 Through engaging with wordplay, students are guided to appreciate the importance of wordplay in English, and understand the cognitive processes, affective challenges, and other aspects involved. This helps them learn the necessity of foreign language (English) education for children. In this context, students develop practical teaching skills using active learning methods that foster self-directed, interactive, and in-depth learning. Additionally, they will have conduct hands-on teaching practice at Shoin Kindergarten. 到 達 目 標 The goal of foreign language (English) education in kindergartens and elementary schools is to develop the following abilities:
- To understand the basic theories of early English education. - To acquire foundational skills for implementing instruction based on the theories of early English education. 授 業 計 画 | 第1回 | Orientation (understanding language and its relationship to children) | | 第2回 | Understanding the relationship between brain function and language | | 第3回 | Understanding the relationship between age and language. | | 第4回 | What is English? From the origins of English as a language to understanding the importance of English for students. | | 第5回 | The state of English education for children in Japan: based on history. | | 第6回 | The state of English-language education for children worldwide. | | 第7回 | Understanding the timeliness of the five skills for children. | | 第8回 | Understanding the Relationship between Listening and Speaking and Brain Development. | | 第9回 | Understanding the Relationship between Reading and Writing and Brain Development. | | 第10回 | Types of Teaching Materials and Tools Used in Children's English and Practical Usage. | | 第11回 | Consider teaching for young learners ( 3-6 years old). | | 第12回 | Consider teaching for young learners ( 6-9 years old). | | 第13回 | Mock class and presentation (1) | | 第14回 | Mock class and presentation (2) | | 第15回 | Summary: Understanding the qualities and abilities required of a leader. |
評 価 方 法 The student will be evaluated comprehensively based on the following: -Assignments that test the fundamentals of English education for children (50%) and practice lesson and presentation: -A comprehensive evaluation will be made based on the content of the mock class, practical training at a kindergarten, and Classroom English presentation (50%). 授業の方法 対面 教 科 書 Materials will be distributed in class as appropriate. |