Transforming Language Learning: Inclusive Interactive Web-Based Course Materials for Studying Elementary Japanese

TitleTransforming Language Learning: Inclusive Interactive Web-Based Course Materials for Studying Elementary Japanese
Faculty/College/UnitArts
StatusActive
Duration2 Year
Initiation04/01/2024
Project Summary

This project will create interactive web-based multimedia resources incorporating H5P and authentic materials related to EDI and indigenous content for two 100% asynchronous first-year Japanese language courses. They can be incorporated in hybrid and in-person sections and used as review materials for higher-level courses too, potentially reaching over 1000 students yearly.

Students can learn, practice and review at their own pace and receive instant feedback so they do not have to wait for office hours or responses to emails if they do not understand a concept. For other courses, the materials will free up class time for communicative exercises.

The materials will be created based on feedback from students and faculty, reflect the goals of the program, build on 14 years of experience teaching asynchronous courses and innovations developed during synchronous online and hybrid teaching during the pandemic, increase accessibility and flexibility, and involve students as partners in content development.

Funding Details
Year 1: Project YearYear 1
Year 1: Funding Year2024/2025
Year 1: Project TypeSmall TLEF
Year 1: Principal InvestigatorNick Hall
Year 1: Funded Amount33,943
Year 1: Team Members

Nick Hall, Lecturer, Asian Studies, Faculty of Arts
Misuzu Kazama, Lecturer, Asian Studies, Faculty of Arts
Ihhwa Kim, Lecturer, Asian Studies, Faculty of Arts
Motoki Long-Nozawa, MA Student, Language and Literacy Education, Faculty of Education / Teaching Assistant, Asian Studies, Faculty of Arts