Identity, Gender and Teaching English in Japan
Identity, Gender and Teaching English in Japan How do teachers who have chosen to settle down in one country manage the difficulties of living and teaching English in that country? This book answers…
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Identity, Gender and Teaching English in Japan
How do teachers who have chosen to settle down in one country manage the difficulties of living and teaching English in that country? This book answers these questions by investigating the personal and professional identity development of ten Western women who teach English in various educational contexts in Japan, all of whom have Japanese spouses. How do they develop and sustain their careers, and what factors shape their identity?
The book also provides a useful overview of English language teaching and learning in The book covers issues of interracial relationships, expatriation, equality and employment practices as well as the broader topics of gender and identity.