I create an encouraging and positive environment.
- “I really enjoyed how encouraging Murakami-sensee was when we were struggling to find the right answers, and made sure every student in the classroom was participating!”
- “She is encouraging and kind when interacting with students. She doesn’t make you feel bad if you don’t know the answer, or if you have to try a few times to get it right.”
- “Murakami Sensei was always very positive when conducting class, creating a low pressure environment where we could practice language. She also always started the class by playing music in Japanese that a student suggested, which was fun.””
- “Switching to this instructor made a huge difference in my performance in the class. I felt comfortable to ask questions and didn’t feel bad for making mistakes in class. This instructor graded fairly, was helpful, and didn’t ever make me feel like I was being judged. I felt like learning was prioritized in class rather than feeling like I was being tested every day.”
- “Very encouraging and patient with all the students no matter their speaking or writing abilities compared to classmates.”
My students found my teaching to be clear, effective and easy to understand.
- “Murakami-sensei was always very patient and very good at explaining grammar points.”
- “Even though student’s broken Japanese she was able to understand questions and able to answer them in a format in Japanese that made it extremely easy to understand.”
- “Murakami-sensei was very helpful in explaining difficult grammar points or concepts.”
- “If we don’t understand something, she’ll explain it in a way in which we can understand and it’s nice because every student goes at their own pace.”
- “Murakami sensei is always prepared and creates good practice scenarios for us to practice.”
I provide support when my students need assistance.
- “She was excellently helpful, very kind and encouraging, and responded quick to questions. She was always available, and willing to help..”
- “Murakami Sensei was very nice and good at teaching points. She graded quickly and fairly.”
- “She is very kind and engaging and loves to help us learn the information. Always available.”
I am promoting equal participation among all students.
- “Murakami-sensei made sure every student in the classroom was participating!”
- “She called on everyone equally, so everyone participated.”