Gareth Barnes
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Gareth Barnes is a lecturer at Yokohama City University who specializes in TESOL and TEFL. He is a language development enthusiast whose research examines the emergence of language learner ecologies, looking at the insights into language development that can be gained specifically from researching older adults. He has been actively involved in teaching and research since he came to Japan in 2002.
Gareth is interested in many things and loves learning about history and culture. In his free time, he is usually out hiking with his family or driving his daughters to ballet.
Welcome to YCU!
At the PEC, we are here to help you develop your language skills, but more importantly, we are here to communicate with you, share ideas, learn together, and engage in life with more than one language.
YCU is an exciting place to be. There are so many friendly teachers and resources at the PEC to help you with English proficiency, and I'm glad to be here to accompany you on your journey.
Gaining practical skills in English, or any other language, will change you in ways you cannot foresee; you'll find yourself in new situations and being extended in so many ways.
There will always be a new challenge, a new obstacle to overcome, a new idea to share, a new perspective to encounter... Whether it be big or small, there is always something good to learn.
Gareth is interested in many things and loves learning about history and culture. In his free time, he is usually out hiking with his family or driving his daughters to ballet.
Welcome to YCU!
At the PEC, we are here to help you develop your language skills, but more importantly, we are here to communicate with you, share ideas, learn together, and engage in life with more than one language.
YCU is an exciting place to be. There are so many friendly teachers and resources at the PEC to help you with English proficiency, and I'm glad to be here to accompany you on your journey.
Gaining practical skills in English, or any other language, will change you in ways you cannot foresee; you'll find yourself in new situations and being extended in so many ways.
There will always be a new challenge, a new obstacle to overcome, a new idea to share, a new perspective to encounter... Whether it be big or small, there is always something good to learn.
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My advice to you:
Tests are a necessary part of study, but they are not everything.
Your English does not have to be perfect to find connection and meaning.
However, a strong skill base through hard work is necessary because it helps us to engage with the world to our fullest potential.
English is one of the materials you need to succeed. Another is yourself - your ideas, your personality, your courage, your interests... you!
Remember:
• Hard work opens doors.
• Time management is not as important as emotional management. Find interest and excitement in what you do. Be reckless, be brave - with thought and preparation - and you'll find your study much more valuable.
• Learning a language is never an easy thing. But it shouldn't be - language is as complicated as we are! Put in the work and enjoy the journey.
And finally, come and have a chat! We are always looking forward to talking with you.
Tests are a necessary part of study, but they are not everything.
Your English does not have to be perfect to find connection and meaning.
However, a strong skill base through hard work is necessary because it helps us to engage with the world to our fullest potential.
English is one of the materials you need to succeed. Another is yourself - your ideas, your personality, your courage, your interests... you!
Remember:
• Hard work opens doors.
• Time management is not as important as emotional management. Find interest and excitement in what you do. Be reckless, be brave - with thought and preparation - and you'll find your study much more valuable.
• Learning a language is never an easy thing. But it shouldn't be - language is as complicated as we are! Put in the work and enjoy the journey.
And finally, come and have a chat! We are always looking forward to talking with you.