Student Voices: Yuichi

“Back to the basics. This is my motto and favorite phrase.” I remember I started my application form for the ILE: TESOL Program with this statement. Now I’m an English teacher at a public junior high school in Tokyo. I’m sure that what I’ve learned in this special program became the basics for me as a teacher and the basics of my life. To be honest, everything in ILE: TESOL Program was new and difficult for me since I had never been abroad and never experienced discussion based classes. However, many friends and great teachers kindly supported me. I really appreciate their kindness. In the ILE: Program TESOL, you can learn English language teaching from multiple perspectives and develop your teaching skills with the practicum experience. Also, you can deepen your understanding about what you would like to focus on. Your learning environment is all set. I hope that your two years in ILE: TESOL Program will be an indispensable part of your life.