Norman Yoshida

Instructor, AES

Academic Background

• M.A., TESOL, 1971, University of Hawaii
• M.A., English, 1967, University of California, Los Angeles
• B.A., English, 1965, University of Hawaii

Professional Background

• Frequent presenter at ORTESOL and TESOL Conferences.
• Teacher trainer for Korean and Mexican teachers of English.

Hi. My name is Norman Yoshida, and I have been teaching English to native and non-native speakers for many years. I especially enjoy teaching courses in writing, in intercultural communication, and ethnic literature (Asian-American). I think of myself as a "people person," so I truly enjoy working with students and colleagues who share my interest in fostering communication among peoples from different cultures. I am a singer--classical music, mostly--and I have four grown children: two daughters and two sons. I also have two wonderful granddaughters. When I have free time, I enjoy working in the garden being with my grandchildren, and taking our family dog for walks.