[EngliPatrick]

Thanks, Mark! I've been toying with the idea for a while. I figure if people could remain anonomous, they might be more open to share ideas and talk...that's has always been the great thing about the internet.

I came to the same conclusion about having a strong center to support the forum. I was thinking maybe if I could get a collection of topics and articles together in Japanese to post to the forum, that could help get the ball rolling but it still needs people to contribute. Unfortunately, I've only met a handful of teachers who I believe are TRUELY excited about teaching English and like to discuss other things outside of the strict lessons in the textbook.

Anyways, if you hear of anything, I would love to know.

Thanks!