Peter Lutes
About
Dr. Peter Lutes is an associate professor in the Faculty of Agriculture of Kagawa University. He holds a doctorate in communication (DComm), specializing in human communication networks. He holds a master’s degree in Applied Linguistics (MAppLing), in language program management. He is active in teaching, with a focus on ESP, and developed the new International Scientific Communication (ISC) Program. His administrative duties include developing research exchanges, students & researcher exchanges, and joint-faculty cooperation agreements (AOCs, MOUs) and he serves in related committees and program. He has a strong interest in international development cooperating with universities throughout SE-Asia, JICA training and JST Sakura Science. Research Interests Developmental communication, language program development, teacher training, curriculum development, English for Specific Purposes (English for business, science, engineering), technical writing, AISessions
Long Workshop Project Based Learning (PBL) courses for non-English majors at university: Development and implementation more
Sat, Dec 18, 16:05-16:50 Asia/Tokyo
Project Based Learning (PBL) has been shown to be effective to encourage student motivation and engagement (Savery, 2006). PBL asks learners to complete projects in the target language, providing the opportunity to experience the language in a natural and practical context, related to their educational and professional needs and goals (Willis, 1998). However, PBL development and implementation can be challenging. In this session, the presenter will offer a working definition of PBL, outline a project-based course used for non-English majors at university, and discuss how practical issues such as classroom and time management, grading, evaluation and syllabus design can be addressed. The presenter will also share classroom techniques and approaches that have been effective for classes.