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Teaching English Connected Speech in the Japanese Language Classroom (Refereed Journal Research Note)
単著
1999年11月
Journal of Language and Literature, Kumamoto Gakuen University, Vol. 12, No. 6-2
Connected speech aspects in English such as intonation and stress cause problems in perception and production in Japanese learners. This paper examines phonological awareness instruction in the Japanese English language classroom. pp. 87-95.
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Negative First Language Transfer Effects of Intonation in Japanese Learners (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2000年 3月
Language Issues, Vol. 6, No. 1
Studies have shown that transference of first language aspects can interfere with second language acquisition and production. This paper verifies this problem and examines the implications for teaching intonation. pp. 31-38.
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Evidence of Problems in Perceiving English Related Stress and Intonation Patterns in Japanese Learners (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2006年 6月
Eigo Kumamoto, No. 40
Learning of English phonological processes is problematic for Japanese learners due to sounds not present in the original inventory. This paper examines studies that verify this problem and examines techniques that facilitate the teaching of intonation and stress. pp. 21-24.
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Problems Concerning the Perception of English Connected Speech in Japanese Learners (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2007年12月
Journal of Language and Literature, Kumamoto Gakuen University, Vol. 28, No. 1-2
This paper examines the problem of perceiving elision, reduction, and assimilation in wh- questions, and examines the author’s study of 45 students where more than half had problems in consonant elision and coronal palatization. pp. 135-146.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia (Refereed Conference Paper)
単著
2009年11月
International Academic Conference, Kumamoto Gakuen University and Daejeon University Conference Publication, The Institute of Social Welfare, Kumamoto Gakuen University, Vol. 1
In Cambodia, tourism increased in the early 2000’s. Because of this, English has become necessary to obtain jobs. In 2008, the author conducted a survey in Siem Reap, Cambodia to examine the role of English in employment. pp. 7-14.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia (Non-referred Conference Paper)
単著
2010年 3月
Angkor University Research Center for Economic Development (AURCED), Vol. 1
Tourism in Cambodia is of utmost importance for young employees to obtain jobs and receive higher incomes. This paper examines the role of English in employment aspects. pp. 1-16.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2010年 7月
Language Issues, Vol. 16, No. 1
Tourism in Cambodia has increased since the end of the 1990’s, and English proficiency has also increased. This paper explains the author’s survey in 2008 to examine the role of English in employment and income. pp. 45-56.
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Some Selected Findings on Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia (Conference Paper)
単著
2012年 4月
Angkor University Research Center for Economic Development (AURCED), Vol. 2
Research on English language proficiency and employment in Siem Reap, Cambodia has been lacking. Because of this, the author conducted surveys in the tourist industry on the role of English in better jobs and higher salaries. This paper shares selected findings of surveys in 2008 and 2010. pp. 1-40.
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Creating Effective ESP Programs for Future Employment in Tourism (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2013年 3月
THT Journal: The Journal of Teachers Helping Teachers, Vol. 1
No. 1
Tourism may contribute up to 9.2% of global employment by 2020. International tourists in Asia have increased since 2000. This paper examines how to create effective ESP (English for Specific Purposes) programs for future employment in tourism. pp. 68-77.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia (Conference Paper)
単著
2013年 3月
Angkor University Research Center for Economic Development (AURCED), Vol. 1
Tourism in Cambodia has increased since the end of the 1990’s, and English proficiency has also increased. This paper explains the author’s survey in 2008 to examine the role of English in employment and income. pp. 1-20.
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Generation of Employment and Income through English (The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia) (Refereed Journal Article)
共著
2013年 3月
Journal of Economics, Kumamoto Gakuen University, Vol. 19, No. 3-4
Researchers have examined the connection between education and income. However, research on English language proficiency and income lacks. This paper shares results of a 2010 survey, which examines the role of English ability in job seeking. (With Prof. Maung Maung Lwin as corresponding author) pp. 99-137.
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The Role of English in Human Capital Attainment for Generating Employment and Income Opportunities: The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2014年 3月
Journal of Economics, Kumamoto Gakuen University, Vol. 20, No. 1-4
Tourists to Siem Reap have increased since the end of the 1990’s, and English need has also increased. This paper explains the author’s survey in 2012 to examine the role of English in employment and income. pp. 103-159.
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Procuring Better Employment and Income in Tourist Industry, Siem Reap, Cambodia: The Role of English Communication Ability（博士論文）
単著
2015年 2月
熊本学園大学大学院
Since tourism to Cambodia has increased during the past decade, employees need to have a high level of English to communicate effectively and also to obtain better jobs and income. This PhD dissertation examines the author’s 4 surveys over 5 years to gather socioeconomic and English ability data for statistical analysis. Results show high correlations in income with other English related variables.
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English Ability and the Tourism Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2015年 6月
Proceedings of the School of Agriculture, Tokai University, Vol. 34
Tourism may contribute up to 9.2% of global employment by 2020. International tourists to Cambodia have increased since 2000. This paper examines the 2010 survey results and gives suggestions for further research. pp. 19-29.
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English Communication Ability in Employment and Income in Siem Reap, Cambodia Tourist Industry (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2015年 7月
International Journal of English and Education, Vol. 4, Issue 2
Tourism has risen dramatically since 2000. As such, employees need excellent English skills, but data in Cambodia is lacking. This paper shares 2013 survey findings in Siem Reap. pp. 160-172.
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Assessing English Communication Ability for Economic Analysis in Siem Reap, Cambodia Tourist Industry (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2015年11月
THT Journal: The Journal of Teachers Helping Teachers, Vol. 3, Fall 2015
Since tourism has increased dramatically during the past decade, the author assessed English communication ability and then examined its role in employment and income statistically. pp. 27-51.
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An Effective ESP Program
Design for Enhanced Employment and Income in Tourism: The Case of Siem Reap, Cambodia (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2015年12月
ARTESOL (Argentina Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) ESP E-Journal, Vol. 5, No. 1
Tourism in Asia has been remarkable for the past decade, creating job opportunities; however, survey work in 2013 by the author found that the majority of employees could only comprehend 50% of communication directed at them. This paper discusses the creation of effective ESP programs aimed at enhanced employment and income in tourism. pp. 12-23.
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The Role of English Ability in Income in Kathmandu, Nepal Front-line Ecotourism Employees (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2016年 9月
International Journal of Research in Tourism and Hospitality, Vol. 2, Issue: 3
This article statistically examines the English ability and background of tourism employees in Nepal. pp. 13-22.
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English Ability Assessment for Economic Analysis of Employment and Income in Cambodian Frontline Staff (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2016年10月
Journal of Tourism Management Research, Vol. 3, No. 1
The economic impact of English study and ability of Cambodian tourism frontline workers was researched in this article. pp. 25-36.
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The Role of English Communication Ability in Employment and Income in Cambodian Tourist Industry (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2017年 6月
Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Development in East Asia Countries, Kumamoto, Japan
This article contains a statistical breakdown of English educational and proficient background data as related to obtaining employment and higher salaries in the Cambodian tourism industry, using descriptive statistics features such as median, mode, and also performed correlation tests such as Pearson’s and Spearman’s Rank. pp. 158-181.
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The Influence of English Communication Ability on Income in Tourist Industry Frontline Employees of Siem Reap, Cambodia (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2017年 7月
Almatourism Journal of Tourism, Culture and Territorial Development
The article examined the direct influence of English proficiency gained from correlation tests such as Spearman’s Rank with background statistical items such as days spent using English per month, and the years of English studied in school. pp. 38-55.
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Communication and Aso Tourism Revival Post-Earthquake 2016: Using Web Technology for English Information Spread (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2017年11月
Proceedings of the 2017 Pacific Neighborhood Consortium Annual Conference and Joint Meetings (PNC) Data Informed Society: 2017 Pacific Neighborhood Consortium Annual Conference and Joint meetings (PNC)
This article examines specific web-technology, such as an app, that could be created and utilized for local citizens and foreigners living in earthquake-prone areas around the world. The study used a questionnaire in the local tourism industry in Kumamoto post-earthquake 2016. pp. 162-167.
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Creating Effective Task-Based Fluency Materials for ESP Training in Tourism (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2017年11月
In D. Bollen and J. Morrow (Eds.)
Sojo University Teaching and Learning Forum 2016, Selected Papers from SUTLF 2016: Engaging Learners with Materials. Kumamoto, Japan: SUTLF
Since English ability is extremely important in tourism, this paper examines how task-based activities, such as hotel check-in roleplays and extensive reading activities can further elevate tourism employees’ English proficiency. pp. 19-34.
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Creating English for Tourism Programs Using a CLIL Format (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2017年12月
In G. Brooks (Ed.) The 2016 PanSIG Journal. Tokyo, Japan: JALT
Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) is a combination of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and content-based learning. Its emphasis on ESP, and tie with content are examined in this paper for teaching English for tourism. pp. 194-199.
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Foundation to Formation: Effective English for Tourism Purposes Program Design for Hospitality Educators
(Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2017年12月
THT Journal: The Journal of Teachers Helping Teachers, Vol. 5, Issue: 1
Due to the importance of tourism in the global economy, this article’s focus is on methods to bolster employees’ communication ability through creating English for tourism program design for hospitality educators. pp. 104-115.
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Communication and Aso Tourism Revival Post Earthquake 2016 – Using Web Technology for English Information Spread (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2018年 4月
Modern Environmental Science and Engineering, Vol. 4. No. 4
This paper details the author’s study on the English information post-earthquake, 2016, and explains the author’s idea for creating more efficient web technology such as smart-phones apps and live websites. pp. 269-275.
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Effect of English Ability on Income in Siem Reap, Cambodia Frontline Tourism Employees (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2019年 1月
International Journal of English and Education, Vol. 8, Issue: 1
In this paper, the author’s survey on English communication ability in tourism employees is offered from a statistical viewpoint. pp. 1-12.
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Elevating Student Motivation of Non-English Majors in the Japanese University (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2020年 1月
THT Journal: The Journal of Teachers Helping Teachers, Vol. 7, Issue: 1
The author shares insight on a study that was concerned with techniques to increase motivation of non-English majors in the author’s university. pp. 20-33.
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Creating an Effective ESP Course for Japanese University Environmental Science Majors (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2020年 6月
In D. Roy (Ed.) The 2019 PanSIG Journal, Tokyo, Japan: JALT.
The author has spent much time developing material for a third year required science English class and course. The article explains the creation methodology as well as the background impetus, and shares some of the material with readers. pp. 211-219.
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Environmental Awareness in Ecotourism Destination Management in Mount Aso, Kumamoto, Japan (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2021年 2月
International Journal of Research in Tourism and Hospitality, Vol. 7, Issue: 1
Mount Aso, in the author’s city of Kumamoto, boasts some of the most beautiful and rural ecotourism destinations in all of Japan. However, the author wished to examine the level of environmental awareness of ecotourism destination management in the area for future tourism efforts. pp. 1-8.
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Effective Content-Based Approach for Non-English Majors at a Japanese University (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2021年11月
THT Journal: The Journal of Teachers Helping Teachers, Vol. 9, Issue: 1
This paper shares a study completed by the author in which several content-based writing approaches were considered for determining the effectiveness of topic writing in non-English majors. pp. 47-60.
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Developing a Successful English for Specific Purposes (ESP) Course for Japanese University Non-English Majors (Refereed Journal Article)
単著
2022年 3月
Journal of the Center for General Education, Prefectural University of Kumamoto, No. 1
This paper shares the results of a study on developing a successful ESP program for university non-English majors in which the majority of students felt vocabulary learning, science design projects, and presentations in English were useful and interesting. pp. 77-89.
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Effective Teaching of Environmental Issues in the EFL Classroom (Non-refereed Newsletter Article)
単著
2022年 9月
The University Grapevine, No. 11
Since environmental issues are incredibly important globally, this article shares several effective methods of teaching these issues. Examples include internalizing vocabulary, topic writing, project design, and presentations. pp. 12-13.
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Guest Lecture, Fostering English Ability through Business Creation and Administration in Cambodia
単独
2007年 8月
Angkor University, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
This presentation details the author’s early idea of the role of English in business and how a high English proficiency level influences employment and income to help reduce poverty.
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Relationship Between English Education and Tourist Industry in Cambodia (Refereed presentation)
単独
2007年12月
23rd Japanese Association for Asian English (JAFAE) National Conference, Kumamoto Gakuen University, Kumamoto, Japan.
In this presentation, the author examines preliminary research on how English ability can help young employees obtain jobs and higher incomes in tourist industry in Cambodia.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia: First Stage (Refereed presentation)
単独
2009年11月
Change in East Asia: New Directions in and Challenges in Economy, Welfare, and Culture Conference, Kumamoto Gakuen University, Kumamoto, Japan.
Tourism increased in the early 2000’s. Because of this, English has become necessary to obtain jobs. In 2008, the author conducted a survey in Siem Reap, Cambodia to examine the role of English in employment.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia: Second Stage (Refereed presentation)
単独
2009年11月
20th Annual Conference of The Japan Society for International Development, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Oita, Japan.
In Cambodia, tourism increased in the early 2000’s. Because of this, English has become necessary to obtain jobs. In 2008, the author conducted a survey in Siem Reap, Cambodia to examine the role of English in employment.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia: Third Stage (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2010年 9月
Inauguration Ceremony of The Angkor University Research Center for Economic Development (AURCED), Angkor University, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
In Cambodia, tourism has blossomed since Angkor Wat became a World Heritage Site. Therefore, tourism employees need excellent English skills to attract potential visitors. This presentation focuses on the author’s study in 2008, which correlated income with English proficiency.
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Symposium Panelist, The Actual Tourist Situation in Siem Reap (Refereed presentation)
単独
2010年 9月
Inauguration Ceremony of The Angkor University Research Center for Economic Development (AURCED), Angkor University, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Panel discussion of the actual tourist situation in Siem Reap with focus on alleviating poverty. GDP from tourism, as well as tourist occupancy was discussed.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia: Fourth Stage (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2012年 3月
The Angkor University Research Center for Economic Development (AURCED) 2nd International Conference on Development Alternatives, Angkor University, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tourism increased in the early 2000’s. Because of this, English has become necessary to obtain jobs. In 2008 and 2010, the author conducted surveys in Siem Reap, Cambodia to examine the role of English in employment.
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Generating Income and Employment Opportunities through English (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2013年 2月
Cambodia Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (CamTESOL), 9th Annual Conference on Language and Empowerment, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Tourism increased in the early 2000’s. Because of this, English has become necessary to obtain jobs. This presentation explains the author’s studies of 2008, 2010, and 2012, which examine the correlation between income, years of English education, and English proficiency.
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Creating Effective ESP Programs for Future Employment in Tourism (Refereed presentation)
単独
2013年 3月
Faculty Development Conference, National University of Laos, Vientiane, Laos.
Tourism may contribute up to 9.2% of global employment by 2020. International tourists in Asia have increased since 2000. This presentation examines how to create effective ESP programs for future employment in tourism.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia: Fifth Stage (Refereed presentation)
単独
2013年 3月
The Angkor University Research Center for Economic Development (AURCED) 3rd International Conference on Development Alternatives, Angkor University, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tourism increased in the early 2000’s. Because of this, English has become necessary to obtain jobs. In 2008, 2010, and 2012, the author conducted a survey in Siem Reap, Cambodia to examine the role of English in employment. This prsentation further shares results found.
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Generating Employment and Income Opportunities through English: The Case of Tourist Industry in Siem Reap, Cambodia : Sixth Stage (Refereed presentation)
単独
2014年 3月
The Angkor University Research Center for Economic Development (AURCED) 4th International Conference on Development Alternatives, Angkor University, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Tourism increased in the early 2000’s, and English has become essential in the labor force. In 2008, 2010, 2012 and 2013, the author conducted surveys in Siem Reap, Cambodia to examine the role of English in employment. This presentation shares significant findings.
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Creating Effective ESP Programs for Future Employment in Tourism (Refereed presentation)
単独
2014年 3月
Myanmar Research Center for Economic Development (MARCED) 1st International Conference on Development Alternatives, Yangon University, Yangon, Myanmar.
Tourism has increased remarkably since 2000. This may contribute largely to global employment. Therefore, employees need a good command of English. This presentation examines how to create effective ESP programs for future employment in tourism.
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English Ability and the Tourism Industry In Siem Reap, Cambodia (Refereed presentation)
単独
2014年 5月
Japan Association of Language Teachers (JALT) Pan-Special Interest Group (PanSIG) Conference 2014, Sustainability: Making Teaching and Learning Last, Miyazaki Municipal University, Miyazaki, Japan.
Tourism to Cambodia has increased in the last 5 years. Therefore, tourism employees need English ability to communicate effectively; however, data on employees’ English background has been lacking. This poster presentation examines the author’s surveys in Siem Reap with regards to English ability and income and shares the results.
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Procuring Better Employment and Income in Tourist Industry, Siem Reap, Cambodia: The Role of English Communication Ability（Refereed Presentation）
単独
2015年 3月
The Angkor University Research Center for Economic Development (AURCED) 5th International Conference on Development Alternatives, Angkor University, Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Since tourism to Cambodia has increased during the past decade, employees need to have a high level of English to communicate effectively and also to obtain better jobs and income. This presentation examines the author’s 4 surveys over 5 years to gather socioeconomic and English ability data for statistical analysis. Results show high correlations in income with other English related variables.
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Assessing English Communication Ability for Economic Analysis in Siem Reap, Cambodia Tourist Industry (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2015年 8月
The 14th Annual International Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)/ Asian English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Journal Conference, Clark Freeport Zone, Philippines.
Since the 2000’s, tourism has been remarkable creating a need for employees with excellent English ability. In many economics studies, English ability is taken from census data which is not accurate. The author designed an assessment test loosely based on the CEFR for numerically measuring English ability.
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Effective Task-Based Fluency Materials for Tourism Employees (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2016年 1月
Sojo University Teaching and Learning Forum Conference, Sojo University, Kumamoto, Japan.
Tourism to Asia has been growing during the past decade; however, some tourism employees cannot communicate in English appropriately. The author created effective task-based materials aimed at developing English fluency in tourism employees.
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Assessing English Communication Ability for Creating Effective ESP Programs in Tourism (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2016年 3月
Nepal English Language Teachers Association 21st International Conference, Little Angels’ College of Higher Studies, Kathmandu, Nepal.
This presentation addresses a study completed by the author assessed English proficiency in tourism employees in Cambodia for the purposes of creating effective English for Specific Purposes Programs for teaching English to global tourism employees.
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Using a Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) Paradigm for Effective Training of Tourist Industry Employees at Tertiary Level (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2016年 8月
Balsamo Outreach for Learning and Teaching (BOLT) & University of Dalat Conference on Diversity in Education, Dalat University, Dalat, Vietnam.
Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) is often used to teach situational content-based English for students with specific needs, such as tourism. This presentation examines how to create CLIL tourism programs for tourism training.
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Foundation to Formation: Effective ESP Programs for Hospitality Educators (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2017年 5月
2017 Japan Association of Language Teachers (JALT) Pan-Special Interest Group (PanSIG) Conference, Akita International University, Akita, Japan.
This presentation examines the creation of effective English for Specific Purposes Programs for training hospitality educators.
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The Role of English Communication Ability in Employment and Income in Cambodian Tourist Industry (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2017年 6月
Sustainable Development in East Asia Countries, Academic Conference between the China Center for Special Economic Zone Research, Shenzhen University and the Institute of Foreign Affairs, Kumamoto Gakuen University, Kumamoto, Japan.
This presentation is based on the author’s research in tourism and English ability, and further explains the importance of English communication ability in global tourism for increased salaries and stable employment.
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English Communication and the Revitalization of Aso Tourism: Evidence from the 2016 Earthquakes (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2017年 6月
1st Global Congress of Special Interest Tourism and Hospitality, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Oita, Japan.
This presentation offered findings from a 2016 survey in which the author and research team found ways to boost English communication for international residents in post-disaster situations and also elevate Aso tourism post-disaster.
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Creating Effective ESP Programs for Future Employment in Tourism (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2017年 9月
1st Balsamo Outreach for Learning and Teaching (BOLT) Universitas Brawijaya Language Teaching Seminar, Malang, Indonesia.
In this presentation, the author discussed effective English for Specific Programs for tourism employment and their creation based on previous survey work in tourism.
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Communication and Aso Tourism Revival Post-Earthquake 2016: Using Web Technology for English Information Spread (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2017年11月
Pacific Neighborhood Consortium (PNC) 2017 Annual Conference and Joint meetings: Data Informed Society, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan.
This presentation offered the author’s ideas for communicating effectively via the Internet with international residents during and after disasters. The presentation included web technology such as app development and a post-disaster database.
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English Communication and the Revitalization of Aso Tourism: Evidence from the 2016 Earthquakes (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2017年11月
Asia Pacific Conference: Global Perspectives in Changing Local Landscapes, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Oita, Japan.
This presentation discussed findings from 2016 conducted a survey to bolster English communication for international residents during and disasters. It also discussed further methods to elevate Aso tourism post-disaster.
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Increasing Student Motivation in the Language Classroom (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2018年 2月
English for 21st Century Learners Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) Conference, Holy Cross College, Carigara, Leyte, Philippines.
In this presentation, the author discussed pertinent methods to increase non-English majors’ motivation in the language classroom, which have been used by the author extensively.
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Using Cultural Presentations to Enhance the Learning Experience (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2018年 2月
English for 21st Century Learners Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) Conference, Holy Cross College, Carigara, Leyte, Philippines.
Students can present effectively when the topics are relevant and familiar to them. Cultural presentations allow students to share ideas within their realm of experience and knowledge.
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Increasing Student Motivation in the Language Classroom (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2018年 9月
Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) Conference: Engaged L2 Learning Conference, Bishkek Humanities University, Bishkek Kyrgyzstan.
The author examined methods to increase student motivation in the language classroom. Examples include creating a volunteer list, a mistake board, and conducted an open class with little stress.
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Using Cultural Presentations to Enhance the Learning Experience (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2018年 9月
Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) Conference: Engaged L2 Learning Conference, Bishkek Humanities University, Bishkek Kyrgyzstan.
In this presentation, the author discussed using cultural presentations (such as Things Japanse in English) to enhance and elevate research and public speaking skills.
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Creating Effective ESP Programs for Hospitality Educators (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2018年 9月
Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) Conference: Engaged L2 Learning Conference, Bishkek Humanities University, Bishkek Kyrgyzstan.
In this presentation, the author examined methods to create effective English for Specific Purposes programs for those teaching hospitality.
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Creating a Sustainable Ecotourism Model in Aso, Kumamoto, Japan (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2018年 12月
The 16th Asia Pacific Conference: Regenerating Localities in a Global World, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Oita, Japan.
This presentation shared the author’s idea of creating a sustainable, carbon free ecotourism model utilizing vegetable gardens and composting in Aso, Kumamoto.
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The Importance of Ecotourism Destinations in Generating Employment and Income Opportunities (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2019年 3月
Japan-Myanmar Special Seminar on Development Alternatives, Joint Seminar with Yangon University of Economics & Japan Foundation, Japan Myanmar Economic Foundation Association (JMEFA), Kumamoto Gakuen University, Kumamoto, Japan.
This presentation explained the author’s research into generation of stable employment and income opportunities through creating and offering more lively, dynamic, and communicative ecotourism destinations.
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An Effective ESP Course for Science Majors in the Japanese University (Refereed Poster Presentation)
単独
2019年 5月
Japan Association of Language Teachers (JALT) Pan-Special Interest Group (PanSIG) Conference, Konan University Cube Campus, Hyogo, Japan.
This poster presentation explained creating an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) course for science majors and illustrated the results of a student survey completed in the class.
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Reach for the Stars! Keys to Successful Student Motivation (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2019年 9月
Isshy-Kul State University English Teachers' Forum Conference, Isshy-Kul, Kyrgyzstan.
In this presentation, the author explained effective methods to elevate student motivation in English communication, including a volunteer list and a mistake board.
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Using Topic Design Projects to Teach English for Science (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2019年 9月
Bishkek State University Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) Conference, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
This presentation examined a method of using
creative drawings and explanations to
teach English for science.
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Say What? Successful Pronunciation Training in the Second Language Classroom (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2019年 9月
Bishkek State University Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) Conference, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
This presentation focused on methods to help students pronounce English more effectively.
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Rural Repopulation and Economic Development through Tourism in Rural Areas of Kyushu, Japan (Jeffrey Morrow, with Richard Lavin as co-presenter) (Refereed Presentation)
共同
2019年 10月
International Language Week Conference, 2019, Montana State University, Montana, USA.
Because depopulation is a growing problem in rural parts of Japan, this presentation focused on tourism with English as a way to repopulate areas in Kyushu Japan for economic growth and sustainability.
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Environmental Awareness in Ecotourism Destination Management (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2019年 11月
The Asia Pacific Conference: Governance in the Asia-Pacific: Politics, Economics, and Business Environment Asia Pacific University, Oita, Japan.
In a 2019 survey, the author found that many ecotourism employees are not fully aware of environmental issues, although many had interest in learning as much as possible about the environment.
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Reach for the Stars! Keys to Successful Student Motivation
単独
2019年12月
PIGATE Conference, Prefectural University of Kumamoto, Kumamoto, Japan.
This presentation examined effective methods to elevate student motivation in English communication.
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Say What? Successful Pronunciation Training in the Second Language Classroom
単独
2019年12月
PIGATE Conference, Prefectural University of Kumamoto,Kumamoto, Japan.
This presentation discussed pertinent methods to increase non-English majors’ motivation in the language classroom.
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Challenges in Creating and Implementing an Online Intensive English Course (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2020年10月
Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) Conference with Bishkek State University, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (online).
The Coronavirus during 2020 forced classes, conferences, and workshops to move to online platforms. This presentation discussed challenges faced when implementing an online intensive English course at the author’s university.
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Info Gap Madness: Using
Information gap activities to
Elevate Communicative
Competence (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2021年 9月
Teachers Helping Teachers (THT) Conference with Bishkek State University, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (online).
This presentation explained the importance of the communicative approach and its role in English teaching and learning through the creation of information gap activities.
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Environment in EFL (Symposium Panelist) (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2021年11月
Korean Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (KOTESOL) Conference, Seoul, Korea, Online.
Member of panel discussion regarding the teaching of Environmental aspects in the English as a foreign language classroom.
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Ecotourism in Aso: Towards Regional Development
単独
2022年 6月
Japanese Society of
Shiranuikai & Kumagawa Regional Studies (JSKRS), Hitoyoshi, Japan.
This presentation shares the author’s background research in the feasibility of ecotourism development in Aso post-earthquakes and post-COVID-19, and examines the importance of English.
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Japanese Non-English Majors and an Effective Content-Based Writing Approach (Refereed Presentation)
単独
2022年 7月
Japan Association of Language Teachers (JALT) Pan-Special Interest Group (PanSIG) Conference, Nagano University, Miwa Campus, Nagano, Japan.
This presentation introduces a study by the author in which written academic essays by 20 freshmen in the food & health science course were analyzed using a content-based writing approach.
Reap, Cambodia Tourist Industry
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