Identity, gender and teaching English in Japan
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Identity, gender and teaching English in Japan
(New perspectives on language and education, 47)
Multilingual Matters, c2016
- : pbk
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 213-228) and indexes
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Description
How do teachers who have chosen to settle down in one country manage the difficulties of living and teaching English in that country? How do they develop and sustain their careers, and what factors shape their identity? This book answers these questions by investigating the personal and professional identity development of ten Western women who teach English in various educational contexts in Japan, all of whom have Japanese spouses. The book covers issues of interracial relationships, expatriation, equality and employment practices as well as the broader topics of gender and identity. The book also provides a useful overview of English language teaching and learning in Japan.
Table of Contents
Glossary of Terms
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 The Japanese Context
Chapter 3 1980s Until Today
Chapter 4 Gender Issues Surrounding English in Japan
Chapter 5 Methods
Chapter 6 Destination Japan
Chapter 7 Running an Eikaiwa Business
Chapter 8 The Jugglers
Chapter 9 The Full Timers
Chapter 10 Concluding Comments
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