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As the globalization of higher education accelerates, with the expansion of support for international students and the promotion of collaborative projects with overseas universities, the time has come when English language proficiency is an essential basic skill for university faculty and staff.
The University Consortium Kyoto’s training program is aimed at improving the English language proficiency of faculty and staff at member schools to meet the needs of this era, as well as raising their awareness of future language learning.
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2019 English Skills Improvement + Chinese Cultural Understanding Training for University Faculty and Staff
Overview of the 2019 Kyoto University Consortium
English Skills Improvement and Chinese Cultural Understanding Training for Faculty and Staff of Member Universities
*Application deadline : Friday, May 31st
Program Summary:
- 1. Name:
- Training for university faculty and staff to improve their English skills and understand Chinese culture Training content: 6-part series (individual application required)
| Date and Time | Training Content | ||
| 1st | Saturday, July 20, 2019 9.30-17.00 First joint research room |
(NEW) University introduction and campus tour Let’s talk about the appeal of your university in simple English! Speaker: Mr. Louis Isidore Bhutto
Assuming a campus tour for foreign visitors and international students, students will learn basic greetings, guidance of facilities, and interactions on campus through role-playing and pair work. The content is also useful for instructing students in charge of campus tours. |
Beginner to intermediate level Participant capacity: 18 people (minimum 15 people) *Please bring a copy of your university brochure. |
| 2nd | Saturday, July 27, 2019 9.30-17.00 First Joint Research Laboratory |
Active Learning in Practice: Instructing Subjects Using English as a Medium of Instruction Lecturer: Mikako Nishikawa, Kyoto University
This course is mainly aimed at teachers. It is a |
Intermediate to advanced Participants: 18 people (minimum 12 people) |
| 3rd | Saturday, August 3, 2019 9.30-17.00 First Joint Research Laboratory |
(NEW) Chinese Cultural Understanding Training Lecturer: Wang Lin
With more than half of the international students being Chinese, you will learn how to facilitate communication by understanding the cultural differences between China and Japan. This course will provide a systematic view of Chinese culture and an understanding of the differences between Japan and China. You will also learn simple greetings in Chinese. |
Participant capacity: 18 people (minimum 15 people) |
| 4th | Saturday, September 7, 2019 9.30-17.00 First joint research room |
Cross-cultural Manners and English Communication in Higher Education
Lecturer: Mikako Nishikawa, Kyoto University
For staff members involved in international education-related work at universities. Mannerisms and communication methods vary greatly depending on culture. In this course, in order to respond to the increasing number of international students and foreign researchers, students will deepen their understanding of cultural diversity, communication styles, business etiquette, etc. Through role-playing and PBL (problem-based exercises) in various settings, we aim to improve English communication skills. |
Intermediate to advanced Participants: 18 people (minimum 15 people) |
| 5th | Saturday, September 21, 2019 9.30-17.00 First joint research room |
Email Training
Speaker: Owen Mark Kozlowski
You will learn basic English email writing structures and phrases, and learn the format, tone, style, and syntax for various situations such as requests, confirmations, refusals, announcements, and urgings. You will also learn conversation practice for when you meet in person after emailing. |
Beginner to intermediate level Participants: 18 people (minimum 15 people) |
| 6th | Saturday, September 28, 2019 9.30-17.00 First Joint Research Laboratory |
Everyday Communication
Speaker: Owen Mark Kozlowski
Students will learn practical English communication techniques for various situations (formal/informal, appropriate tone and word choice, etc.) such as when dealing with international students, teachers, and guests from overseas. |
Beginner to intermediate level Participants: 18 people (minimum 15 people) |
- 2. Venue:
- Campus Plaza Kyoto 5th floor First Joint Research Lab
- 3. Participation Fee:
- Faculty and staff of consortium member universities: 2,500 yen per class (price revised from last year!)
Faculty and staff of non-consortium member universities: 7,000 yen per class - 4. How to apply:
- From the University Consortium Kyoto website: ↓ (link to the application form)
https://www.consortium.or.jp/project/international/global/form-5
Applications are now closed.
*Please note that if there are a large number of applicants, a lottery will be held after the application deadline.
Notification of acceptance or rejection will be sent to all applicants in early June. - 5.Payment Method:
- Please transfer the payment to the designated account by the specified date.
(Details will be provided in the email confirming your acceptance to the course.)
Refunds will not be given after payment has been made (although substitute attendance is possible).
＜Contact＞ The Consortium of Universities Kyoto, International Affairs Department,
TEL: (075)353-9164 / FAX: (075)353-9101
e-mail: kokusai■consortium.or.jp (please change ■ to ＠)
