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Teaching methods
The methodology behind Starfish English. Evidence-based approaches combining cognitive science, AI tools, and personalized instruction.
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Why School English Is Important, Yet Speaking Remains Hard
Many students study English for years but can't speak. Understand the structural reasons why, and how focused speaking practice in Fujieda can bridge the gap.
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What Happens in a Diagnostic Session? Finding Your Language Fingerprint
Is the diagnostic session a test? No—it's a conversation in Fujieda's 1-Day Domestic Immersion that reveals your unique error patterns and builds your personalized curriculum.
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Why Communicative Games Work for Adult English Learners
Why does the Fujieda 1-Day Immersion include communicative games? Learn how play creates authentic communication pressure that textbooks can't replicate.
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What is Task-Based Learning? Cooking Isn't Just Cooking
Why does the 1-Day Immersion in Fujieda include cooking? Learn how Task-Based Learning makes English stick better than textbook drills.
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What Are Error Patterns? How I Diagnose Your English
Why do you keep making the same English mistakes? Error pattern analysis in Fujieda reveals the root cause—and how I fix them.
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Does the 'English Brain' Really Exist? Code-Switching and Language Processing
You've heard about building an 'English brain'—but is it real science or just marketing language? Here's what neuroscience says about language processing in Fujieda's immersion programs.
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What is Deep Consolidation? The Science of Making English Stick
Why does Fujieda's 1-Day Immersion include 90 minutes of quiet study time? Learn the neuroscience-informed reasoning behind Deep Consolidation and why focused reflection helps long-term learning.
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Stop Translating. Start Thinking in English.
Tired of translating in your head? Discover how to build an 'English Brain' in Fujieda that links English directly to meaning, leading to more natural conversation.
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Why Some of Our Classes Still Wear Masks (And Why That's Perfectly Fine)
At Starfish English in Fujieda, mask-wearing is a student-led decision. I prioritize mutual respect and comfort, fostering a safe environment where everyone can learn English confidently and effectively.
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Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Japanese Third Age Learners: A Research-Based Approach
A research-based approach to teaching English to Japanese third-age learners in Fujieda. How to empower seniors with anxiety-free, effective instruction.
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The Secret to Effective English Learning: Why Grade 5+ is the Perfect Starting Point
Grade 5 (ages 10+) is the optimal starting point for conversation-based English learning in Fujieda. Learn why this age range supports steady progress.
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Why I Teach English in Three Stages from Grade 5 to High School
In Fujieda, my 3-tier system supports students from Grade 5 (age 10+) through high school. Continuous learning builds deeper English skills than switching schools.
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Large Classes vs. Small Classes: Which Approach Better Supports English Learning?
Class size makes a real difference in English learning in Fujieda. Discover why the 4-6 student maximum creates more speaking opportunities, builds confidence, and provides the personal support Japanese learners...
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Why Junior High Students Thrive in Small English Classes
Junior high students in Fujieda face unique challenges—self-consciousness, academic pressure, and developmental changes. Discover how small classes transform anxiety into confidence and build critical skills for high school success.
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