In the past years, hundreds
of American primary and secondary school teachers and administrators
have participated in a unique three-week study-visit to Japan sponsored
by the Fulbright Memorial Fund Program (FMF).
The FMF Teacher Program, which is fully funded by the Japanese
Government, aims to increase understanding between Japan and the
United States by exposing American teachers to the educational
system and culture of Japan. The FMF program is designed to extend
far beyond the educators who participate. Participants are asked
to commit themselves to sharing what they have learned about Japan
and intercultural encounters with their students, colleagues and
schools.
Primary and secondary school teachers and administrators from
all regions of the United States are encouraged to submit applications
for the FMF study visits (June, October and November). Interested
individuals may request an application packet by calling the Institute
of International Education (IIE) at 1-888-527-2636 or by visiting
their Website at www.iie.org/pgms/fmf/.