Lost in Translation: Experiences of the Japanese Senior Citizens in Learning the English Language
Older adults or third-age learners, despite their age, are growing more enthusiastic about learning English. In Japan, 18.2% of English learners are from the third-age learners' group. This phenomenological study explored the lived experiences of Japanese third-age learners in learning English...
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University of Negros Occidental-Recoletos Graduate School
2023-10-01
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Older adults or third-age learners, despite their age, are growing more enthusiastic about learning English. In Japan, 18.2% of English learners are from the third-age learners' group. This phenomenological study explored the lived experiences of Japanese third-age learners in learning English in Japan's Chubu region. Eight (8) Japanese third-age learners were identified as participants using a purposive sampling technique and inclusion criteria. Results demonstrated that, in essence, their experiences in learning English constituted a complex interplay of three major themes: motivations, adversities, and adaptation. Their experiences represent a profound exploration of self-discovery, intellectual engagement, and the pursuit of meaningful relationships in a globalized society. This linguistic journey highlights the human spirit's ongoing capacity for growth and adaptation, reinforcing the significance of language as a bridge to new horizons and enriching experiences. This study offers valuable insights for Japanese geragogy and other countries with increasing third-age learners, potentially benefiting third-age educators, policymakers, and curriculum designers.
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| spelling | doaj.art-b881a08f063b4c56b9cc16bbcbe51e102023-10-13T12:29:59ZengUniversity of Negros Occidental-Recoletos Graduate SchoolPhilippine Social Science Journal2672-31072704-288X2023-10-016210.52006/main.v6i2.748Lost in Translation: Experiences of the Japanese Senior Citizens in Learning the English LanguageDominic Bryan S. San Jose0Dennis V. Madrigal1GLP International School, Nagoya City, JapanUniversity of Negros Occidental-Recoletos, Philippines Older adults or third-age learners, despite their age, are growing more enthusiastic about learning English. In Japan, 18.2% of English learners are from the third-age learners' group. This phenomenological study explored the lived experiences of Japanese third-age learners in learning English in Japan's Chubu region. Eight (8) Japanese third-age learners were identified as participants using a purposive sampling technique and inclusion criteria. Results demonstrated that, in essence, their experiences in learning English constituted a complex interplay of three major themes: motivations, adversities, and adaptation. Their experiences represent a profound exploration of self-discovery, intellectual engagement, and the pursuit of meaningful relationships in a globalized society. This linguistic journey highlights the human spirit's ongoing capacity for growth and adaptation, reinforcing the significance of language as a bridge to new horizons and enriching experiences. This study offers valuable insights for Japanese geragogy and other countries with increasing third-age learners, potentially benefiting third-age educators, policymakers, and curriculum designers. https://philssj.org/index.php/main/article/view/748English as a foreign language, Third-age learners, Transcendental phenomenology, Japan |
| spellingShingle | Dominic Bryan S. San Jose Dennis V. Madrigal Lost in Translation: Experiences of the Japanese Senior Citizens in Learning the English Language Philippine Social Science Journal English as a foreign language, Third-age learners, Transcendental phenomenology, Japan |
| title | Lost in Translation: Experiences of the Japanese Senior Citizens in Learning the English Language |
| title_full | Lost in Translation: Experiences of the Japanese Senior Citizens in Learning the English Language |
| title_fullStr | Lost in Translation: Experiences of the Japanese Senior Citizens in Learning the English Language |
| title_full_unstemmed | Lost in Translation: Experiences of the Japanese Senior Citizens in Learning the English Language |
| title_short | Lost in Translation: Experiences of the Japanese Senior Citizens in Learning the English Language |
| title_sort | lost in translation experiences of the japanese senior citizens in learning the english language |
| topic | English as a foreign language, Third-age learners, Transcendental phenomenology, Japan |
| url | https://philssj.org/index.php/main/article/view/748 |
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