What are some interesting experiences in teaching English in Japan story?

Some horror stories involve the students themselves. There are cases where students are not interested in learning English at all, and they can be quite disruptive in class. This makes teaching a real challenge. Additionally, there can be horror stories around the lack of support from the schools. Teachers may not have access to proper teaching materials or training, and yet they are expected to deliver high - quality English lessons. It's like being set up to fail in a way.

Well, a big challenge is the different educational systems. In Japan, there are strict guidelines and a set curriculum. So, when teaching English, it can be hard to fit in more creative and communicative teaching styles. Also, the pronunciation differences between Japanese and English can make it difficult for students to master correct English pronunciation.

Well, a great experience in teaching English in a different country is making friends with the local students. They can introduce you to their unique traditions and ways of life. For instance, in Thailand, students might take you to local festivals where you can experience the rich Thai culture first - hand. Also, dealing with language barriers in a positive way is part of it. Sometimes you have to use a lot of gestures and simple words to get your point across at the beginning, but it's all part of the fun and challenge.

My horror story was related to the weather. I had to commute a long distance to the school where I taught English. One day, there was a huge typhoon, but the school didn't cancel classes. I had to struggle through the strong winds and rain just to get there, and when I arrived, half of the students were absent because it was too dangerous for them to come. It was a waste of my effort and also a very scary experience in the bad weather.

The language level can be a problem. Japanese horror stories may contain complex language or expressions that are above the students' current English level. Also, there might be a lack of suitable teaching materials. Most horror stories are not designed specifically for English teaching, so teachers need to adapt them on their own, which is time - consuming.

One story could be about an English teacher who introduced American Thanksgiving to the Japanese students. The students were fascinated by the idea of a big family feast and made their own version of Thanksgiving dinner in class, with turkey-shaped cookies and cranberry juice. It was a great cultural exchange.

Well, it might be effective. Students usually find horror stories exciting. When teaching English with Japanese horror stories, teachers can use the characters and plots to create language - learning activities. For instance, students can retell the story in English, which helps improve their speaking and writing skills. However, some students may be too scared to focus on the language learning part.

Sure. An English teacher can create a very engaging classroom environment. For example, my English teacher used to organize English debates. We were divided into groups, prepared topics like 'Should animals be kept in zoos?'. This not only improved our English speaking skills but also made us think critically.

Sure. An English teacher might use interesting games in class, like vocabulary bingo. Students get excited as they mark off words they know. This makes learning fun and engaging.

There are also stories related to the local teaching environment. In some Thai schools, the facilities might be different from what one expects in other countries. But that doesn't stop the students from being eager to learn. I taught in a school where the classrooms were small but filled with students' enthusiasm. We made the best use of the limited resources and had great fun learning English through games and simple role - plays.