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SIgn-in for Edcamp Nagoya 2026 will begin at 09:00 at Sugiyama Jogakuen University 椙山女学園大学.
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WELCOME AND ORIENTATION
WELCOME AND ORIENTATION
09:20-9:30
SPARK TALKS
SPARK TALKS
09:30-10:30
Paper Bag Picassos: What might paper bags and Picasso have to do with teaching students how to communicate in English?
Paper Bag Picassos: What might paper bags and Picasso have to do with teaching students how to communicate in English?
Dr. Kevin Weingarten, PhD in Music Education
Twinkl Resources in the Classroom: An Overview
Twinkl Resources in the Classroom: An Overview
Amy braun
See It. Reflect. Grow.: Using Peer Observations to Gain New Perspectives and Support a Growth Mindset
See It. Reflect. Grow.: Using Peer Observations to Gain New Perspectives and Support a Growth Mindset
Mike Stockwell
Hanafuda (花札): Using a Traditional Japanese Card Game to Learn
Hanafuda (花札): Using a Traditional Japanese Card Game to Learn
Samia Haseeb Khan
From Passion to Purpose: A Story of Turning What You Love into Service
From Passion to Purpose: A Story of Turning What You Love into Service
Nate Gildart
WORKSHOPS
WORKSHOPS
10:45-11:45
Twinkl: Your Teaching Toolkit, Reimagined
Twinkl: Your Teaching Toolkit, Reimagined
Twinkl is a global educational publisher providing high-quality、engaging resources for teachers, parents, and learners. With over one million resources covering all ages and subjects, Twinkl helps make teaching and learning engaging, accessible, and effective- from classroom activities and lesson materials to books, games, and creative activities. Twinkl's motto is "We help those who teach". Workshop attendees will have their names put into a raffle for a free 3-month ‘Ultimate’ Promotional Code (2 extra months of Twinkl for free!).
Speaker: Amy Braun
Communication, Expression, and Experience: Integrating the Arts and Literacy
Communication, Expression, and Experience: Integrating the Arts and Literacy
This workshop picks up right where the Spark Talk leaves off. Tap into your creative side in this hands-on session and explore how integrating the arts can build confidence and expression for English language learners.
Speaker: Dr. Kevin Weingarten, PhD in Music Education
Interactive Learning with Edpuzzle and Google Workspace
Interactive Learning with Edpuzzle and Google Workspace
Explore interactive learning with Edpuzzle using videos, quizzes, slides, and documents. Discover practical ways to support in-class, homework, self-paced, and guided learning. The workshop will also demonstrate how Edpuzzle integrates with Google Workspace, offering practical ideas for teachers using Google tools in Nagoya’s schools (note that Nagoya schools have recently adopted Google Workspace for Education).
Speaker: Nate Gildart
LUNCH
LUNCH
11:45-12:30
UNCONFERENCES
UNCONFERENCES
12:30-15:15
UNCONFERENCE SESSION 1
UNCONFERENCE SESSION 1
12:30-13:15
Room 1: Classroom Management & Mixed Levels
Room 1: Classroom Management & Mixed Levels
Possible Areas for Discussion: Handling multi-level groups, routines, positive discipline, smooth classroom flow, Mixed-level classes, unengaged students, classroom routines, motivation, recognition, and practical management strategies
Room 2: AI in the Classroom: What’s Actually Useful?
Room 2: AI in the Classroom: What’s Actually Useful?
Possible Areas for Discussion: Practical lesson planning, creative AI tools ("vibe coding"), automated materials creation, AI tools, prompting, lesson planning, creative materials, automation, and classroom applications
Room 3: Teaching Young Learners (Nursery to Early Elementary)
Room 3: Teaching Young Learners (Nursery to Early Elementary)
Possible Areas for Discussion: Props, routines, early literacy/phonics, and low-prep games that engage young kids.
UNCONFERENCE SESSION 2
UNCONFERENCE SESSION 2
13:30-14:15
Room 1: Games, Gamification & Active Warm-Ups
Room 1: Games, Gamification & Active Warm-Ups
Possible Areas for Discussion: Low-prep interactive games, pair/group work, and routines that encourage student communication.
Room 2: TBLT & Communicative Frameworks
Room 2: TBLT & Communicative Frameworks
Possible Areas for Discussion: Task-Based Language Teaching, designing authentic tasks, and strategies for teaching English in English.
Room 3: Career Paths, Job Hunting & Growth
Room 3: Career Paths, Job Hunting & Growth
Possible Areas for Discussion: Transitioning to university or public school roles, ALT/Eikaiwa career moves, and professional development.
UNCONFERENCE SESSION 3
UNCONFERENCE SESSION 3
14:30-15:15
Room 1: Student Engagement & Motivation
Room 1: Student Engagement & Motivation
Possible Areas for Discussion: Re-engaging quiet or reluctant classes, student-centered activities, and building fluency.
Room 2: CLIL & Curriculum Design
Room 2: CLIL & Curriculum Design
Possible Areas for Discussion: Content and Language Integrated Learning (including STEM/science), lesson planning, and assessment.
Room 3: Teacher Well-Being & Community
Room 3: Teacher Well-Being & Community
Possible Areas for Discussion: Avoiding burnout, work-life balance, ALT mentorship, and building school/community networks.
CLOSING REMARKS & GIVEAWAYS
CLOSING REMARKS & GIVEAWAYS
15:15-15:30
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