Kurtis Carter

This seminar was run by Kurtis Carter, Co-Director of Educational & Professional Learning. Kurtis worked in Australia as a secondary teacher for over 5 years. In that time, he developed strong skills in classroom management and has taken on supervising teacher roles and leadership positions – supporting undergraduate and beginning teachers. He is also the current Vice President of the Japanese Teacher's Association of NSW, Australia. Where he oversees professional development for teachers.

professional development

Communication Issues between Cultures: Missed and Mixed Messaging

Understanding cultural differences in communication is crucial in multi-cultural work environments where individuals can face challenges adapting to the host or majority culture. Using frameworks such as Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions and Meyer’s Culture Map to … Read more

Published on: March 26, 2026

Resource, Teaching

Use of Self-Reflection in Elementary Schools to promote Critical Thinking & Understanding of Phonics

In 2026, AJET is running a series of professional learning seminars aimed at supporting newly arrived and current ALTs as they transition into a teaching role. These series are as … Read more

Published on: February 21, 2026

Resource, Teaching

AJET Professional Learning Seminars 2025: Self-Introduction Presentations & Games

In 2025, AJET is running a series of professional learning seminars aimed at supporting newly arrived and current ALTs as they transition into a teaching role. These series are as … Read more

Published on: September 2, 2025

Resource, Teaching

AJET Professional Learning Seminars 2025: Introduction to Teaching

In 2025, AJET is running a series of professional learning seminars aimed at supporting newly arrived and current ALTs as they transition into a teaching role. These series are as … Read more

Published on: August 19, 2025