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Peterson, Blake E.; Corey, Douglas L.; Lewis, Benjamin M.; Bukarau, Jared – Mathematics Teacher, 2013
In this article, mathematics teachers in the United States were asked what constitutes a high-quality mathematics lesson. The returned responses varied greatly. This same question was asked of Japanese teachers also. For a clearer picture both American and Japanese teachers were directed to comment on videotaped mathematics lessons taught in both…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Mathematics Teachers, Mathematics Instruction, Best Practices
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Howe, Edward R. – Journal of Education for Teaching: International Research and Pedagogy, 2008
This paper compares and evaluates teacher induction in Canada and Japan, following an overview of each educational system and an assessment of higher education in each region. Based on the author's personal teaching experience and research, suggestions for educational reforms are made to enhance the role of teachers. Teachers need opportunities to…
Descriptors: Teacher Orientation, Foreign Countries, Comparative Analysis, Teaching Experience
Smith, Ann F. V., Ed.; Strong, Gregory, Ed. – Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Inc. (TESOL), 2009
"Adult Language Learners: Context and Innovation" presents instructional practices that are particularly successful with adults. Adult language learners are goal oriented and direct their learning to fulfill particular needs or demands: to advance their studies, to progress up the career ladder, to follow business opportunities, to pass…
Descriptors: Adult Learning, Adult Students, Personal Autonomy, Foreign Countries
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Jones, Jean Ellen; Davenport, Melanie – Art Education, 1996
Defines self-regulated learning as a problem-solving or goal-directed process orchestrated by the student but influenced by others in the student's environment. Discovers that self-regulating programs in Japan and the United States are remarkably similar with some differences. Praises Japanese instructors' emphasis on effort over ability. (MJP)
Descriptors: Art Education, Comparative Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries