

My Interview with PALET Magazine
I'm happy to report that I sat down with Chikashi, a very well-known Jazz D.J. in many parts of the world and owner of Tree Cafe, a very stylish bar/lounge here in Tsuruga, for an interview featured in this month's issue of PALET magazine. The main point of our conversation revolved around "English as a Bridge". Both Chikashi and I are aware of the power that English can have in the way we interact with the world around us. We believe is a critical tool that can make Japan be


Using OSMO: Learning English with Technology
Hello everyone! I'm excited to share with you all that we have started using OSMO in many of our lessons as a way to try using new technology and techniques to help our students learn English in a more interactive and efficient manner. My guess is that you're probably wondering what OSMO is. Aren't ya? ;) Well, in short, it's a new system which allows students to use an iPad in convination with real objects (like a wooden alphabet or geometrical shapes) to learn words and con


Learning Directions: The Fun Way
In today's lesson for some of our J.H.S. students, I thought using a remote control car on our walls would be a fun way to teach them how to give and follow directions. As it turned out, it was not only fun, but a very effective way to get them interested and learn the key points effectively. I think I might try using that little car again in future lessons. :) - Ike


Happy New Year: May 2015 be an Excellent Year
Dear everyone, I can't believe how quickly the end of 2014 has come! On behalf of my family and I, we just wanted to wish you all the very best for the year ahead. May it be full of adventures, learning experiences, and memorable moments. Much love, - The CEA team