CELTA(The Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults)コースのTeaching Practice (実習授業、TP)が始まりました。今回はオンライン／ブレンドコースなので、コース受講生は18週間のうちこの2週間のみ学校に通い、そして合計6時間の授業（45分×8回）をしなくてはいけません。2週間の実習はなかなかハードですが、でもこの実習中に体験することは、きっと今後の教師人生でかけがえのないものになるはずです。
この2日間の英語教育研修会は現役のALT（Assistant Language Teachers）とJTE（Japanese Teachers of English）を対象とし、神戸だけでなく全国から校種の垣根を越えてご参加いただきました。参加されたみなさん、貴重な夏休みを利用してお越しいただきありがとうございました。
A brief recommendation of museums available in Kobe.
Hyogo Prefectural Museum of Art
The collection that the gallery offers is remarkably varied with a difference in media but also a large amount of works from overseas. Both Japanese and western pieces co-exist together which is what makes this museum appealing. Despite the large amount of prints from the Ukiyo e period to contemporary scenery, arguably the most impressive are the rooms devoted to sculpture. Not only are there works of some of the most defining Modernist sculpture of the 20th century *Gabo and Brancusi, but there is also a host of different Japanese sculptures. For example, Sato Churyo@s Rodin-like figures which show the reciprocal influence of European artists and Japan. The museum costs 500 yen for adults but due to what is on offer it hardly seems like a significant fee.
A brief recommendation of museums available in Kobe.
The Kiku Masamiune Sake Museum
The museum comprises of three separate downstairs sections, there is a miniature cinema which explains the brewing process, an exhibition room which has the equipment used in sake production and finally a tasting room to sample sake and decide which would make the most fitting souvenir. The methodical approach to brewing which has remained unaltered since the Edo period is shown in its painstaking details. From the initial washing of the rice to the careful fermentation process with its precision regarding timing and temperature. What is particularly interesting is the hineri mocha or the squeezing and cooling of the rice and how it is carried out. Outside the museum is a beautifully kept garden with an active watermill which can be heard from inside. The museum is free of charge, however, I think it would be impossible to resist buying sake from the tasting room.
A brief recommendation of museums available in Kobe
Kobe is a culturally rich port city with both a pristine urban centre and a beautiful surrounding natural environment. Here is a selection of the most interesting and memorable museums of offer.
The Great Hanshin – Awaji Earthquake Memorial
This carefully arranged museum takes the form of guided exploration. In it we see the aftermath of an event that partially destroyed the city. The disaster of 1995 is explained by use of a disturbing simulation of the event which gives an initial shock to the senses. Later, the victim’s reactions to the earthquake and their subsequent loss of homes and loved ones is explored in greater detail by a film. Nonetheless, the most revealing part is the room with described artefacts taken from the wreckage. For example, the damaged flute *in a perfectly preserved case’ which belonged to the daughter of a man who{s daughter would have died had she not decided to leave her bed moments before. It gives a human element to the catastrophe rather than understanding the event as a mere statistic of 6,000 lost lives. The museum is reasonably priced at 600 yen and the museum assistant were helpful but unobtrusive.
When I remember the first time I talked with you,
They have become able to speak Japanese really well in the past few weeks.
I hope you will continue to study Japanese and try new things more and more. And if you come to Kobe again, please come and visit Lexis.
We look forward to seeing you again!
This week, we have three new starters!
From left, Liselotte san from Switzerland, Klaus san, Mei san from Taiwan,
Lowrenz san from the Philippines, Madeleine san from Switzerland,
Lorenzo san from Italy, and Ingo san from Germany!
We hope they will have a wonderful adventure in Kobe♬
How is everyone?
It’s almost one month since 2019 began. How time flies… I would like to cherish each day so that I can meet new discoveries and do fun things. We will power up from 2018, so let’s make this new year a great one!
Well, back to the subject. Last Friday, everyone went ice skating. Every year when this season comes, a link using real ice appears on the umie mosaic sea side.
We can not only enjoy ice skating with the view of the Kobe Harbor, but also after sunset the link is lit up and you can feel the fantastic atmosphere!
Everyone initially skated slowly while holding the railings, but getting used to it, there was one student who skated backwards inside!It was interesting and everyone was watching him! I think that you can enjoy the activities that can only be done in Winter in Kobe. I was just standing there as a photographer, and I thought that I could freeze though…☃ Everyone took off their coats because skating warmed their body so it was good exercise!
So today, I would like to introduce recent graduates and activities. Last weekend, Carolyn-sam, Imon-sam, and Elvett-san finished their courses. There was a students who was taking both of Intensive Japanese course from morning, and private course from afternoon. That must have been hard. I will never forget your efforts to straightly towards your goals. I look forward to the day when I can meet all of you again, I will keep doing my best to make a better environment!
Lastly, we experienced “that” which is popular as after school activity in Japan. That name is … Japanese calligraphy! It is one of arts to write characters such as kanji on Japanese paper using brush and ink. In Japan, even at school, children are eagerly learning to write words carefully and beautiful.
Everyone concentrated and moved a blush in their own way. When I advised them a little bit on the strength of the ink and the lines, I was impressed because they could write much more beautifully.
In kanji, they created their name, or write the title of their favorite animation, a lot of unique work was done! By the way, my favorite is “Lexis Japwane” written by Lovis-san!Lol
Please look forward to next activities ☆
Kobe’s big event called “Luminarie” will be held this weekend.
Luminarie is a festival held every December since 1995,
after the Great Hanshin Awaji earthquake. It attracts many tourists to Kobe every year.
It will be start from around 5 o’clock to 6 o’clock from December 7th to 16th.
There are illuminations, projection mapping and street food,
a lot of people come and it gets crowded every evening.
The theme of this year’s illumination is “Let’s create new lights together”.
Actually the theme changes every year, so Illuminations of different colors and
shapes will be unique from those of previous years. That’s why you can enjoy this every year, and many visitors come again every year.
I have lived in Kobe for a long time, but I always make an effort to see Luminarie every year.
It is worth seeing even if the weather is cold, as it is really beautiful. In fact, when you see this spectacle, you will probably forget all about the cold!
I am definitely going to see Luminarie next Friday for an activity class.
I am looking forward to showing you the actual photos I am planning to take on the evening!
This time, we visited the bar called THE EMBER ROOM (this rooftop place was cool!)
and there are not only international students, but also japanese students who are taking English classes at Lexis and people who want to have a chat with foreigners in English.
The place was crowded with various people.
新しい場所で新しい人と日本語でコミュニケーションをとっている皆さんは、
とってもリラックスした雰囲気の中、楽しんでくれたと思います。
私自身も、この日にたくさんの生徒さんたちとお話ができて、
皆さん自分の目標や好きなものをしっかり持ち
レクシスで日本語の勉強をされていることを改めて感じました。
勉強家で熱心な皆さんのお手伝いさせていただけるのがとても嬉しく思いますし、
神戸やレクシスの素敵なところをもっと伝えていきたいです！
12月の大きなイベントはクリスマス＆忘年会です。楽しみ～！！
Everyone was having fun talking with new people at this new place in a relaxed mood.
I could have a conversation with many Lexis students that evening, and I was impressed
that all students know what they really want to do with their studies, so they are trying to do their best at Lexis.
I am so happy to be able to support our students who are very studious and enthusiastic,
and I want to let you know about some more information about Lexis and Kobe.
In December, we are planning a Christmas Party. I can not wait!
Congratulations to our Intensive-Japanese students who graduate this week. ★☆Josehine, Arca, Onur, and Gwendoline★☆
All students have studied Japanese really hard.
We are alwayas sad to let students go but it is so happy to share lots of great moments at Lexis.
Students sometimes return for more education, so goodbye until we meet again.
Please come and visit us if you have a chance to come back to Kobe!
Good luck with your next step. Practice makes perfect!
現在オンラインコースのモニターレッスンが開講中ですが、次回のCELTAコースの英語モニターレッスン生の募集を開始します。
先日CELT-Sコースが始まりました。
ただいまCELTAコースの英語モニターレッスン生の募集しています。
