Lost in Translation: Experiences of the Japanese Senior Citizens in Learning the English Language

Dominic Bryan S. San Jose, Dennis V. Madrigal
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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.
迷失在翻译中:日本老年人学习英语的经验
老年人或三岁的学习者,尽管年龄较大,但对学习英语的热情越来越高。在日本,18.2%的英语学习者来自三年级学习者群体。本研究旨在探讨日本中部地区三年级英语学习者的生活经验。使用有目的的抽样技术和纳入标准,确定了八(8)名日本三年级学习者作为参与者。结果表明,从本质上讲,他们的英语学习经历构成了三个主题的复杂相互作用:动机、逆境和适应。他们的经历代表了对自我发现、智力参与和在全球化社会中追求有意义的关系的深刻探索。这一语言之旅凸显了人类精神不断成长和适应的能力,强化了语言作为通往新视野和丰富经验的桥梁的重要性。这项研究为日本和其他三年级学生不断增加的国家提供了有价值的见解,可能使三年级教育工作者、政策制定者和课程设计者受益。
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