What does it mean to “know” a language? | Kensaku Yoshida | TEDxOtemachiED

Kensaku Yoshida is an applied linguist who has been working on creating new courses of language study for Japanese students. He explains the reason why English language education in Japan, despite being quite intensive, has not generated substantial impact. A leading figure on English language teaching, bilingualism, and intercultural communication education. He is a member of various committees on language education for Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology & other organizations, and is involved in research activities concerning acquisition of communicative English skills by native Japanese speakers. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx