Learning Languages Through a Nature Observation Notebook

Curriculum

“The limits of my language mean the limits of my world.”
– Ludwig Wittgenstein
Can language effect how we think and observe the natural world? By using a Nature Observation Notebook as a means to learn a new language we may be able to widen our perspectives and unlock more discovery and new ways of understanding nature. In this seminar, you will learn what a Nature Observation Notebook is, and some techniques for how to learn another language with it.

• 1. Introduction:
• 2. What is a Nature Observation Notebook?
  (also known as "Field Notebooks" or "Nature Journals")
• 3. How to Learn and Remember More
• 4. Science, Writing, and Drawing is for Everyone
• 5. Questions & Prompts:
  how to increase curiosity and deepen observation
• 6. Observation Notes:
  descriptions, drawings, labels, maps, and more
• 7. “Cheat Sheets”:
  Creating Vocabulary & Grammar Quick Reference Sheets for writing.
• 8. Reading Field Guides and Other Resources
• 9. Speaking, listening, and opportunities for connecting with others
• 10. Q&A

Target

Anyone learning another language can benefit from this method, although examples will be given in English and Japanese.

It is good for all ages and skill levels. This is a great activity for families to do together too. Adults and children often learn from, and inspire each other.

세미나 중 강사의 의견은 강사 개인의 의견이며 카페토크의 의견을 반영한 것이 아닐 수 있습니다.