Glenn Toh Books

This book sets out to uncover and discuss the curricular, pedagogical as well as cultural-political issues relating to ideological contradictions inherent in the adoption of English as medium of instruction in Japanese education. Situating the Japanese adoption of EMI in contradicting discourses of outward globalization and inward Japaneseness, the book critiques the current trend, in which EMI merely serves as an ornamental and promotional function rather than a robust educational intervention. 

Focusing on critical pedagogy, this book examines the impact of entrepreneurialism and market forces on education, particularly through a cross-border ethnographic study of Japanese families in Singapore engaged in shadow education practices. It highlights the pervasive influence of corporate tutoring businesses and critiques the banking model of education, revealing its oppressive effects on student agency. Ultimately, the author challenges the dehumanizing outcomes driven by neoliberal and mercantilist ideologies, advocating for a more liberating educational approach.

Focusing on the intricacies of English Language Teaching (ELT), the book critiques entrenched practices and hidden agendas within the field. By sharing personal experiences from an English as a Lingua Franca program in Japan, the author advocates for a reimagined approach to language education that emphasizes humanization and intersectionality. This exploration is relevant to applied linguists, educators, and those interested in the cultural dynamics of language education, offering insights into the political aspects of teaching languages in diverse contexts.

Focusing on the interplay of education, ideology, power, and identity, this book explores the complexities of an influential East Asian expatriate community in Singapore. It examines how their experiences and cultural backgrounds shape their identities within a multicultural environment, revealing the tensions and dynamics that arise from their presence in a diverse society.