Research is always based on assumptions about what constitutes valid scientific knowledge and by what means or methods we can create it. We aim to show comprehensively how we can improve research in Applied Linguistics by firstly making these assumptions explicit so that we can secondly overcome their limitations.
While awareness of social justice issues is an important step toward equity for all, being an active ally means working towards building safer classrooms and workplaces, particularly for those in positions of power or privilege. The GALE SIG is planning a one day workshop in which presenters will share strategies on how to be an effective ally to both students and colleagues.
Take a look at what textbooks are available from the independent publishers in the Kansai Region. Workshops in the morning, and breakout rooms with textbook authors in the afternoon.
Research is always based on assumptions about what constitutes valid scientific knowledge and by what means or methods we can create it. We aim to show comprehensively how we can improve research in Applied Linguistics by firstly making these assumptions explicit so that we can secondly overcome their limitations.
While awareness of social justice issues is an important step toward equity for all, being an active ally means working towards building safer classrooms and workplaces, particularly for those in positions of power or privilege. The GALE SIG is planning a one day workshop in which presenters will share strategies on how to be an effective ally to both students and colleagues.
Kyoto JALT
