Peer Coaching as Preparation for Study Abroad among Japanese University Students 日本人大学生の留学準備としてのPeer Coaching

Content Provider	Semantic Scholar
Author	Schnickel, Jacob
Copyright Year	2011
Abstract	This study describes the peer-coaching component of a semester-long class at a university in Tokyo, Japan. Students engaged in peer coaching prior to studying abroad in an eff ort to improve confi dence and preparedness. Students were given instruction on how to conduct peer coaching that focused on three key elements: mirroring, asking questions, and moving toward action. Once familiar with peer coaching methodology, students engaged in twenty-minute peer coaching sessions seven times during the semester. The impact of peer coaching on participating students is presented in the form of qualitative feedback. Students' reports indicate several ways in which they benefi ted from peer coaching. Rikkyo University NII-Electronic Library Service 210 Language, Culture, and Communication Vol. 3 2011
Starting Page	209
Ending Page	223
Page Count	15
File Format	PDF HTM / HTML
Volume Number	3
Alternate Webpage(s)	http://icc.rikkyo.ac.jp/wp/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/110008438029.pdf
Language	English
Access Restriction	Open
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Article