Shoichi Ueda

Shoichi Ueda is a Lecturer of Japanese in the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures at Indiana University's Hamilton Lugar School. He holds a Master of Arts in Japanese Language Pedagogy from The Ohio State University (2021).

• Education: MA in Japanese Language Pedagogy, The Ohio State University (2021)

Ueda specializes in culturally authentic approaches to language education, focusing on pedagogical methods that prepare students for real-world interactions in Japanese. His work emphasizes course development and materials tailored for global contexts.

Originally trained at The Ohio State University, Ueda gained practical experience coordinating second and third-year Japanese language programs there during the 2021-2022 academic year. His research bridges linguistic theory and practical application in multicultural settings.