Immersionary

People have been asking about my company, the reason we decided to locate ourselves in Taiwan. Immersionary is heading in three directions: designing English teaching materials (my project), training teachers in the philosophy and research behind the materials (also my job) and getting a grass-roots movement going that might change the shape of language education in this country. We're thinking now that the best way to start is small classes, taught by teachers out of their own houses -- a tutoring program, with the teachers all trained to use the materials and signing up students on their own. This program can give teachers some extra income, some students a great intensive English course, and a lot of flexibility for all concerned.
The philosophy and research is where I get excited. I am such a strong advocate for children, and all the teaching I'm doing reflects that. I feel nearly evangalistic as I give lectures, with great humor and respect for the fine teaching that is being done here already.