February 25, 2010
at Wish International in Shinjuku, Tokyo
This seminar sponsored by JACSAC (Japan Association of Certified Study Abroad Counselors) was based on the theme, ‘Basic Coaching Skills for Study Abroad Counseling’. Led by Mr. Hideki Oyama, a research fellow at JYDA (Japan Youth Development Association), the seminar focused on the important coaching skill of ‘asking questions’. Along with the lecture was a chance for participants to actually practice the techniques introduced by splitting into pairs and practicing asking each other questions. Having a chance to get real-life experience, the seminar was greatly appreciated by the 18 participants.