It sounds like an oxymoron, I know, but I think it’s really important to have fun with your studies. There are a few reasons for this. On the one hand, you’ll have an easier time studying and learning if you…
Inverted Lectures
Two of my classes this year feature the strange format of "Inverted Lecture." The idea behind the format is that material is learned outside of the classroom and then the material is practiced during lecture. I was initially skeptical of…
Planes, Bullet Trains, and Buses
As I mentioned last week, Japan's school year provides exchange students with plenty of opportunities to explore the country. In this post, I'll share some of the ways that I've traveled from city to city during my holidays. 1. Shinkansen…