Eleanor Kane

Biogram

Eleanor Anne Kane is a professor in the Department of International Communication at the Faculty of International Relations, University of Shimane, Japan. She holds a Master’s degree with distinction from the University of Glasgow in Scotland. Her research interests include global varieties of English, intercultural communication, and creative approaches to language teaching. She has also presented on topics related to global Englishes and cultural aspects of everyday life.

Global Englishes Meet CLIL: Tasks That Make Students Think

As English-medium instruction (EMI) and content and language integrated learning (CLIL) increases, language educators face new challenges in preparing students for global communication. This workshop introduces a practical approach for teaching Global Englishes concepts through CLIL tasks, drawing on recent materials developed for university learners. Participants will explore classroom activities designed to help students critically examine how English is used around the world, question traditional ideas about “native speakers”, and reflect on the social and historical forces behind English’s spread.

Virtual Exchange: Preparing Students for a Culturally Diverse World

Eleanor Kane & Anna Łobodzińska

In today’s increasingly interconnected world, the ability to communicate and collaborate across cultures is not just an asset, it is a necessity. This presentation introduces the Global Understanding (GU) program, a flagship initiative of Global Partners in Education (GPE), coordinated by East Carolina University, USA, and implemented at our respective universities in Poland and Japan. We’ll explore the pedagogical framework of the GU program, the facilitative role of instructors, and practical strategies for implementation.