News Topics

￥41,905.00
Course Code: NTP101
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This course is designed for upper-intermediate and advanced students looking to enhance their English communication skills by engaging with current events. Rather than relying on texts tailored for language learners, we use authentic sources such as newspaper articles, TV news, and documentaries, mirroring the English used by native speakers daily. The course has dual objectives: to sharpen reading, listening, and discussion skills, and to empower students to utilize news media as effective tools for continuous English improvement.

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1. Enhanced reading and listening comprehension of English used in various media.

2. Increased understanding of global current affairs and the ability to discuss these critically.

3. Strengthened media literacy, including the skills to identify biases and assess news credibility.

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This course is suited for individuals eager to advance their English reading and listening skills, including aspiring writers and journalists. It is also ideal for anyone interested in becoming more informed about global news and learning to critically evaluate media content.

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No required textbook
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Peter Morris
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Peter Morris is a lawyer, journalist, and educator who has been working professionally as a writer/editor for 20 years. As a journalist, Peter has written about China, Japan, and Myanmar. Peter started getting involved in Myanmar during law school because he is interested in refugee issues, and he has been teaching English, law, and other subjects to Myanmar people for 10 years. In 2019, Peter opened his own law firm and his clients are mostly tech start-ups, non-profits, and media creators. Peter is passionate about education and has been teaching students of all ages and proficiency levels since high school. Peter's first students included some Japanese classmates from his high school marching band in Irvine, California. Peter enjoys teaching because he is passionate about helping people reach their true potential and accomplish their life goals. In Japan, this involves teaching people English and other communication skills so they can develop the confidence necessary to engage with global society.