Okayama JALT:

Okayama JALT April Meeting: Advanced Degrees and Continuing Education--Panel Discussion on Local and Distance Programs

Date: Saturday, April 15th, 2017 Time: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Speaker: Panelists: Jason Lowes, Susan Meiki, Paul Moritoshi, David Townsend, Claire Uchida. Facilitator: Ian Nakamura

Description:
Continuing education can lead to improved skills, knowledge, job prospects, and status. However, it is a huge commitment, and their are several options, all with advantages and disadvantages. In this panel discussion, colleagues will overview their various experiences in MOOCs, distance degree programs, and a regional graduate school. Requirements, the curriculum, challenges, rewards, and other aspects will be presented. Participants will also have the opportunity to give their own experiences or ask questions.

Organization: Okayama Chapter of the Japan Association for Language Teaching (Okayama JALT)

Cost: JALT Members: free
Non-members: 500 yen

Venue: Notre Dame Seishin University (NDSU), Logos Hall, Room 7-2

Location: Okayama City, Okayama Prefecture, Japan

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