Hi, Tom from SSE Katsura here and today I’d like to briefly talk about ‘Student Talking Time’. One of the most effective tools to improve English conversational skills. ‘Student Talking Time’ or STT in short, refers to the amount of time students spend talking during their lesson. High talking time is a good sign that […]
HIDDEN GEM
I found this little hidden gem on one of my recent trips to Nara. By now you’ve probably guessed that it’s one of my favorite places to visit. It’s only a train ride from my place and every time I go I find something new. Since there are many more little side streets, I’m sure […]
Empathy in Teaching English at Smith’s School of English, Japan
Hello from Jim at Smith’s School of English, Sagamihara, Japan. Recently I’ve been thinking about empathy in teaching English, and reflecting on my own experiences as a student. I remember taking Spanish courses in high school and not learning much. We listened to the teacher and studied for a test. The teacher did his job […]
