Why English teaching is different in Japan Part 74
“Why the Method is effective
Most people who learn English are more interested in acquiring a practical
skill than in obtaining intellectual satisfaction. They want to learn
English for business or professional purposes, and they need to acquire a
good working knowledge of the language as quickly as possible.”
…from the Callam website. I could explain why the Method (scary use of capitals!) wouldn’t work as either a marketing or a teaching method in Japan, but it might be quicker to just convert it into a version suitable for Japan:
“Most people who learn English are more interested in being entertained and talking about themselves than in obtaining intellectual satisfaction. They want to learn English for hobby or other killing time purposes, and they need to acquire tips on shopping in Harrods as quickly as possible.”
Btw, the original Callam description seems to be saying “It’s dull as hell, but if you are very motivated it could work for you”
Thanks to someone on the ETJ yahoo group for the Callam quote.