Dr. Wayne Malcolm

We at JALT Niigata are thrilled to announce that we have teamed up with the Teacher Development SIG for our main event this year: The 17th Annual NEAR Language Education Conference x Teacher Journeys Conference. This exciting collaboration promises to be a landmark event under the theme “Teacher Journeys, Student Journeys: Leading and Learning.”

At the heart of education lies a profound truth: both educators and learners embark on unique paths of growth and discovery. Our conference explores the rich range of experiences that shape our educational identities, from the initial steps into the world of learning to our ongoing development as teachers and students. These journeys not only define who we are but also influence how we teach, learn, and connect with one another in the classroom and beyond.