Course Description

In response to the changes brought about by globalization and the dawning of the information age, nations throughout the world are find it necessary to make ambitious and diverse changes to their foreign language teaching. The 21st Century is rightly regarded as an age in which education will be key, and foreign language education is no exception. The boldness with which countries throughout the world are implementing changes to their foreign language teaching systems is remarkable. Through examination of language policy and foreign-language education in Asia, this course will encourage students to reflect on how Japan’s foreign language education can be improved,