Tag Archives: 2010

Do you have suggestions for the JET Programme?

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Do you have an opinion about JET Programme orientations, technology use in your workplace or how integrated you are into your workplace? If so, please take the National AJET surveys about these issues.

Since the JET Programme is over 4,000 members strong, National AJET surveys the concerns and comments of JET Programme participants twice a year and then presents the results to CLAIR and the ministries so that your voice is heard.

These surveys are vital to the longevity and improvement of the JET Programme.

You can find the the surveys here:

JET Programme Orientations
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JETorientations

Technology in the Workplace
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/AJETtech2010

Workplace Integration Survey
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/integration2010

October 2010: JET Effect Spotlight

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Oct 2010 JET EffectThis month JET Effect is focusing on a successful JET musical that has been running for many years. Lisa Marie Cross from Kamojima has some great advice for any of those interested in starting something similar in their area.

The musical is produced and performed in Lisa’s prefecture of Tokushima and some serious dedication is expected to make the project work. Lisa states ‘the musical starts from January to March. We perform 5 times at different theatres throughout the prefecture. We have always tried to space them out so that there is at least one show that is a reasonable commute for our Japanese audience.’
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September 2010: JET Effect Spotlight

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AJET Games Touch Rugby Tournament

AJET Games Touch Rugby TournamentThis month, JET Effect is talking to Jeff Oloizia, a Tokushima 3rd year ALT who helps run one of the most well established JET events of the year. Jeff is in charge of the annual Eishinsha Cup AJET Games Touch Rugby Tournament which held its 7th annual tournament this year.

The tournament takes place each year at the Shikoku Saburo no Sato in Mima City, Tokushima-ken. ‘It is a wonderful venue’ Jeff comments, ‘located by the Yoshino River, it has picturesque mountains overlooking the fields and enough cabins and tent spaces to accomodate over 200 participants.’
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Tokyo Orientation Handouts 2010

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2010 Tokyo Orientation Handouts

Adult Language Classes 2010

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 Adult Classes Handout 2010

Adult Language Classes 2010 (Links)

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 Adult Classes Handout 2010 (Links)

Being a Multi-School ALT

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 Being a Multi-School ALT.

Highlights of Japan Pop Culture References

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 Highlights of Japan Pop Culture References.

More being added soon! Keep checking back!

May 2010 AJET Reports

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May 2010 General Activities Report

Download Now		 The General Activities Report will discuss past and current projects and activities of National AJET from the past several months. As well as presenting National AJET, the report will showcase events and activities from prefecture AJET chapters. We encourage questions and comments from CLAIR and the ministries about the following projects and activities.

2010年5月一般活動レポート

Download Now		 当レポートでは、過去数カ月にわたって行われた、または現在も継続中の全国AJETのプロジェクト及び活動について説明するとともに、都道府県別支部の活動についても紹介する。下記のプロジェクトや活動について、自治体国際化協会（以下CLAIR）、文部科学省、外務省、総務省からのご質問やご意見等を頂きたいと考えている。

MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR TIME ON JET

Download Now		 One of the JET Programme’s goals is to promote grassroots, international exchange. Indeed, many JET Programme participants (JETs) regularly participate in— or even design and implement— events and projects that promote internationalisation. On the other hand, many JETs have difficulty getting involved in these events, despite having more than ample time during work hours. There are many reasons for this, ranging from JETs’ lack of understanding of how to participate, to a high degree of difficulty in obtaining permission from contracting organisations.

JET経験を最大限に活用するために

Download Now		 JETプログラムの目標の一つは草の根レベルの国際交流を図ることである。数多くのJET参加者は日頃からその国際交流を促進するイベントや事業に参加したり、または企画や実行もしたりしている。しかしその一方、勤務中はそれほど忙しくもないにもかかわらず、こういったものへの参加が難しいというJET参加者は多数いる。これには参加方法がわからない、あるいは契約団体からなかなか許可が得られないという様々な理由があるからである。

Mid Year Conferences Reports

Download Now		 This report will represent a general picture of current Mid Year Conferences presented annually in each prefecture (hereafter referred to as MYCs) and the strengths and weaknesses of these conferences as experienced by the JET community. This report focuses on the prefectural MYCs for ALTs and does not evaluate the CIR Mid Year Conference. Also, this report will provide case studies of prefectures that had significant positive reviews from their JETs, and what made those conferences exceptional. We invite CLAIR and the three ministries to offer their feedback and advice on this topic.

中間研修会報告書

Download Now		 当報告書では、各県で毎年行われる中間研修会の概要およびJET参加者が感じた研修会の良い点・改善すべき点について報告する。当報告書はALT（外国語指導助手）向けの中間研修会にのみ焦点を当ており、CIR（国際交流員）向けの中間研修会を評価するものではない。また、幾つか事例を挙げ、JET参加者から寄せられた肯定的な意見や評価の高かった会議を紹介していく。自治体国際化協会（CLAIR）、文部科学省、外務省、総務省にフィードバックやアドバイスをいただきたい。

2009-2010 National AJET Surveys

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Dear JETs,

National AJET would like to invite you to take the “Making the Most of Your Time on JET” Survey! This Survey will be used to gather data on the JETs’ work experience during slow periods. It will be used in the future to give JETs greater opportunities to participate in community outreach, career development and internationalisation projects during hours unoccupied with work duties. Your input is vital to us, so please take 5 mintues out of your day to respond.

“CLAIR Publications – Digital or Paper?”

CLAIR is thinking about going eco by digitalising some of their publications. Please take a look at this survey and let us and CLAIR know what you think. It will only take a few minutes.

Thank you so much for supporting National AJET! Your input is greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for your time and contribution!

Got thoughts on how to change the JET Programme?
Twice a year, CLAIR gives the JET community a valuable opportunity to present its ideas and concerns on how to improve the JET Programme. The best way to be a part of this important process and to ensure your voice is heard is by participating in the AJET surveys. Each survey should only take 5-10 minutes of your time and will be invaluable in the preparation of reports.

All personally identifying information will be kept strictly confidential.
For any questions or comments regarding the AJET surveys and reports, please contact Jennifer Park at chair@ajet.net.

To take the surveys, click on the corresponding links below.

Jan 2010 AJET Reports

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Jan 2010 General Activities Report

Download Now		 The General Activities Report will discuss past and current projects and activities of National AJET from the past several months. As well as presenting National AJET, the report will showcase events and activities from prefecture AJET chapters. We encourage questions and comments from CLAIR and the ministries about the following projects and activities.

2010年1月一般活動レポート

Download Now		 当レポートでは、過去数カ月にわたって行われた、または現在も継続中の全国AJETのプロジェクト及び活動について説明するとともに、都道府県別支部の活動についても紹介する。下記のプロジェクトや活動について、自治体国際化協会（以下CLAIR）、文部科学省、外務省、総務省からのご質問やご意見等を頂きたいと考えている。

Sister City Projects and Relationships

Download Now		 This report seeks to document the current situation with regards to sister city relationships vis-à-vis the JET Programme, and to explore how JETs can create or strengthen international ties using sister city relationships.

姉妹都市事業および提携

Download Now		 本レポートは姉妹都市提携と現在JETプログラムとの関わり合いや、JET参加者がどのようにしてこれらの連携を利用し、国際関係を立ち上げたり、又は深めることができたりするかということを研究するつもりで書かれたものである。

Teaching Credentials in the JET Programme

Download Now		 The JET Programme does not require applicants to have teaching credentials or certifications, and most participants assume their role as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) or Coordinator of International Relations (CIR) without any formal training in teaching English as a second language.

ＪＥＴプログラムと教員資格


Download Now		 現在、ＪＥＴプログラムに参加するには教員資格は必要とされていない。よって、数多くのＪＥＴ参加者が英語を第２ヶ国語として教える正式な教育を受けていないまま、外国語指導助手（ＡＬＴ）か国際交流員（ＣＩＲ）の役割を勤めていることが現状である。

January 2010: JET Effect Spotlight

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Shutterbugs Photography Group

Nicole Chapman (3rd year ALT in Komono Town, Mie Prefecture) can always been seen with at least one camera in her bag. Since taking her first black and white photography class back in High School she has been obsessed with photography.
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