What we’re about
Welcome to the group!
This space is for international school teachers in Tokyo who are curious about innovative approaches to teaching—and open to participating in a unique research project + professional development opportunity.
Led by a PhD candidate at Temple University Japan, this project explores Transmodal Pedagogy—a flexible, practical approach that helps teachers design lessons using multiple modes of communication like speech, writing, visuals, and movement.
📍 Workshop: May 31 @ Temple University Japan
💴 ¥15,000 honorarium for full participation
🎥 Learn more:
Research Overview
Workshop Details
Join us to learn, reflect, and contribute to research that aims to improve PD for international school teachers.
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See all- Transmodal Pedagogy WorkshopTemple University, Japan Campus, Tokyo
Transmodal Pedagogy Workshop – Research + PD Opportunity
📅 Date: Friday, May 31
📍 Location: Temple University Japan (Sangenjaya Campus)
⏰ Time: Full-day workshop (3 sessions, 1.5–2 hrs each)
💴 Honorarium: ¥15,000 for full research participation
📝 Sign up here
This full-day workshop is part of a research study on Transmodal Pedagogy—an approach that helps teachers design learning experiences using multiple modes of communication, such as visuals, movement, speech, and writing.
Throughout the day, you’ll:- Explore theory through hands-on tasks and real classroom examples
- Learn how to recognize and support diverse meaning-making in your classroom
- Collaboratively design with fellow educators
- Reflect on your own teaching practice
📣 Limited to 8 participants
Priority will be given to teachers who commit to the full research process. This includes:- Two interviews (before and after the workshop)
- A unit planning session
- Weekly teaching reflections (brief and manageable)
- A final reflective interview
Participants who complete the full research process will receive a ¥15,000 honorarium.
🎥 Learn more:
▶ Research Overview
▶ Workshop Details
Have questions? Reach out to nickie.wong@temple.edu
