Japanese language educators have added expertise in online teaching and learning to their time-tested repertoire of education tools. AATJ’s mission is to provide support and resources. Our continuing series of webinars (archived and available), our publications, and other resources are available to all.

AATJ Webinars

Engage, Inspire, Advocate: Maximizing JNHS for Students and Programs

Date: Saturday, March 1st, 10:30AM-12 Pacific/12:30-2 Central/1:30-3 Eastern

Speakers: Kumi Kobayashi,Los Gatos High School, CA, JNHS Co-Director
Yayoi Takeuchi, University of North Texas, TX, JNHS Co-Director

Facilitator: Yoshiko Saito-Abbott, Ph.D, California State University, Monterey Bay, AATJ Professional Development Director

Are you looking for ways to recognize and motivate your Japanese language students while fostering leadership, collaboration, and advocacy? Join us for this informative webinar on the Japanese National Honor Society (JNHS), where we will explore its purpose, benefits, and the impact it can have on your students and program.

Webinar Archive

Special Sections in AATJ’s Journal

JLL coverOUR CHALLENGES AND TRIUMPHS: Female Asian Faculty in Leadership Positions in US Colleges and Universities

The April 2022 issues of Japanese Language and Literature contains a special section in which eight email Asian faculty who have served in leadership positions tell their own career and life stories. These stories celebrate female leadership, inspire future leaders, and offer some practical advice. The articles can be seen, read, and downloaded individually on the journal’s website: jll.pitt.edu. We have also posted the entire 80-page section as a single PDF file; you can read or download it by clicking HERE.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION IN JAPANESE LANGUAGE TEACHING

The October 2020 issue of Japanese Language and Literature contains 14 articles in a special section on diversity, inclusion, and professionalism in Japanese language teaching in the United States. The articles can be seen, read, and downloaded individually on the journal’s website: jll.pitt.edu. We have also posted the entire 144-page section as a single PDF file; you can read or download it by clicking HERE.

teacher and studentJapanese National Honor Society

AATJ is pleased to assist teachers with a way to recognize their outstanding students, to encourage them to continue in the study of Japanese, and to promote activities that give students ways to use their language skills.

Nengajo winning cards 2024

Annual Nengajo Contest

The AATJ Nengajo Contest is a nationwide contest for students in elementary school, middle school, high school, and university. All participants receive a certificate of participation. Winners at each level in each category also receive certificates and prizes from AATJ.

The Nengajo Contest is an excellent advocacy and teaching opportunity for your program. Many students love artistic pursuits, and this is their chance to shine in your class. It also represents an excellent chance to practice language and culture.