Jan. 12, 2021.
"Future Sino-American Relations: 3 Traps to Avoid"
Toyo University Faculty of Economics Farewell Lecture [Conducted online due to the COVID-19 Pandemic]
Nov. 22, 2020.
"Raising Student Consciousness about Online Computer Translations" [with Ivan Botev].
46th Annual JALT Conference [Conducted online due to the COVID-19 Pandemic]
Nov. 23, 2019.
"Why civilizations collapse: Trajectories for Japan"
2019 International Association for Japan Studies Annual Conference. Tokyo: Toyo University
Sep.6, 2018.
"What can behavioral economics tell us about study abroad? Evidence of nudging from Japan and Taiwan"
Taiwan Academy of Social Sciences. Taipei, Taiwan: Howard Plaza Hotel
Jun. 9, 2018.
"An Information Theory Perspective on Study Abroad: Case Studies from Taiwan & Japan"
The 5th Annual Conference on Global Higher Education. Tokyo: Lakeland University Japan
Sep. 16, 2017.
"An Information Theory Perspective on Study Abroad: Case Studies from Taiwan & Japan"
2017 JALT Study Abroad SIG Conference. Tokyo: Lakeland University Japan
Nov. 11, 2016.
"Teachers as Identity Workers: Evolving Perspectives"
ETA-ROC 25th Annual Conference. Taipei, Taiwan: Chien Tan Overseas Youth Activity Center
Sep. 17, 2016.
"Macro-Level Policies Regarding Study Abroad: Do They Influence Micro-Level Experiences?"
JALT Study Abroad SIG Conference. Tokyo: Lakeland College
Apr. 27, 2016.
"Language Exchange Social Networks: Issues in Translation and Identity Construction"
Fu Jen Cathloic University Graduate School of Cross-Cultural Studies. New Taipei City, Taiwan:Fu Jen Cathloic University
Dec. 10, 2015.
"Common English Communication Obstacles" (with Andy Hockersmith)
2015 Global Tips Lecture Series. Tokyo: Toyo University Hakusan Library
Nov. 27, 2015.
"Virtual English Learning Resources: An Introduction" (with Andy Hockersmith & Tomoko Miyachi)
2015 Global Tips Lecture Series. Tokyo: Toyo University Hakusan Library
Nov. 22, 2015.
"Designing Study Abroad Pre-Departure Trainings" (with Andy Hockersmith)
41st Annual JALT Int'l. Conference on Language Teaching and Learning. Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture: Shizuoka Convention & Arts Center
Nov. 14, 2015.
"Shaping Linguistic Identities – A Pilot Program at One University"
24th Annual ETA-ROC Int'l. Symposium. Taipei, Taiwan: Chien Tan Overseas Youth Center
Aug. 12-14, 2015.
"Cross Cultural Awareness – Some Perspectives from a Long-Term Resident of Japan"
Saitama Pref. Int. Assoc. Global Summer Camp. Saitama: Saitama Kenkatsu Center
Jun. 24, 2015.
"How to Have a Great Homestay Experience"
2015 Global Tips Lecture Series. Tokyo: Toyo University Hakusan Library
May 18, 2015.
"Practical Cross-Cultural Communication Tips"
2015 Global Tips Lecture Series. Tokyo: Toyo University Hakusan Library
Feb. 22, 2015.
"Bloom's Taxonomy of Learning – What it means in terms of testing"
1st Annual Volunteer Service and Support Nepal Teaching Symposium. Thecho, Chapagaung District, Nepal: Emerald Secondary School
Feb. 20, 2015.
"Seven 'Sins' of Testing – and Possible Ways to Avoid Them"
1st Annual Volunteer Service and Support Nepal Teaching Symposium. Pharping, Kathmandu District, Nepal: Junkiri Community School
Feb. 17, 2015.
"Developing Pragmatic Awareness: Classroom Easification Strategies"
Nepal Association of English Teachers Annual Conference. Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Kathmandu, Nepal: DAV School
Nov. 24, 2014.
"Study Abroad Research Trends"
2014 JALT Conference on Language Teaching and Learning. Tsukuba: Tsukuba International Congress Center
Aug. 28, 2014.
"Study Abroad Research Trends"
Japan Assoc. of College English Teachers 53rd Int. Convention Hiroshima: Hiroshima City University
Aug. 19, 2014.
"East and West Can Meet - Some Perspectives from a Long-Term Resident of Japan"
Saitama Pref. Int. Assoc. Global Summer Camp. Saitama: Saitama Kenkatsu Center
Mar. 15, 2014.
"Creating Multilingual Poetry Online"
East Japan Poetry Association Annual Conference. Tokyo: Toyo University
Sep. 9, 2013.
"Pragmatic Awareness: Can It Be Taught?"
2013 Bangladesh English Language Teachers Association – JALT Teachers Helping Teachers Joint CPD Program. Comilla, Bangladesh: Brittania University
Sep. 7, 2013.
"An Introduction of Japanese High School English Textbooks"
2013 Bangladesh English Language Teachers Association – JALT Teachers Helping Teachers Joint CPD Program. Dhaka, Bangladesh: Presidency University
Sep. 6, 2013.
"What do Japanese students know about Bangladesh: A preliminary survey".
2013 Bangladesh English Language Teachers Association – JALT Teachers Helping Teachers Joint CPD Program. Dhaka, Bangladesh: Presidency University
Oct. 14, 2012.
"Utilizing Social Media Wisely in Study Abroad". with Ken Groger.
2012 JALT Conference on Language Teaching and Learning. Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Pref.: ACT City
Jun. 24, 2012.
"Mapping personal change through social network sites: Issues and opportunities".
EFL Teacher Journeys. Shizuoka: Shizuoka Kyouiku Kaikan
Nov. 20, 2011.
"Gender Issues in Study Abroad".
39th Annual JALT Conference on Language Teaching and Learning. Tokyo: National Olympics Memorial Youth Center
Aug. 7, 2011.
"Eliciting Student Feedback through Classroom Response Devices".
Balsamo Outrearch for Learning & Teaching. Rizal High School, Pasig City, the Philippines
Aug. 6, 2011.
"Mapping Our Worlds: Cartography as a Tool for Cross-Cultural Awareness".
Balsamo Outrearch for Learning & Teaching. Rizal High School, Pasig City, the Philippines
Jun. 26, 2011.
"Mandating English Proficiency - Does It Work? Evidence from Taiwan".
5th Annual Convention of the JACET Kanto Chapter. Tokyo: Daito Bunka University, Itabashi Campus
May 21, 2011.
"Directions in study abroad motivational research".
10th Annual JALT Pan-SIG Conference. Matsumoto: Shinshu University
Nov. 21, 2010.
"Utilizing Critical Incidents in Overseas Study". (with Setsuko Kakimoto and Sae Etoh)
36th Annual JALT Conference on Language Teaching and Learning. Aichi Industry and Labor Center, Nagoya
Nov. 20, 2010.
"Study Abroad SIG Forum: Presentations and Discussion". (with Stephen Ryan, Todd Thorpe, Russell Hubert, and Derek Eberl)
36th Annual JALT Conference Language Teaching and Learning. Aichi Industry and Labor Center, Nagoya
May 23, 2010.
"Learner Perspectives on Study Abroad: Better Gauging the 'Black Box'".
9th Annual JALT Pan-SIG Conference. Osaka Gakuin University, Suita City, Osaka
May 23, 2009.
"An Analysis of 'Can-Do' Statements: What Can They Do?".
8th Annual JALT Pan-SIG Conference. Chiba: Toyo Gakuen University, Nagareyama Campus
Feb. 21, 2009.
"Turning Teachers into Researchers: Some Practical Suggestions".
5th CamTESOL Conference on English Language Teaching. National Institute of Education, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Nov. 3, 2008.
"Discourse Completion Tests: Format vs. Output".
Japan Assoc. for Language Teaching Annual Int. Conference. Tokyo: National Olympics Memorial Youth Center
May 10, 2008.
"The construct validity of "pronunciation" exercises in entrance examinations".
2008 JALT Pan-SIG Conference on Second Language Acquisition - diversity & Convergence. Kyoto: Doshisha University (Shinmachi Campus)
Nov. 24, 2007.
"Testing Literacy Colloquium". (Panelist)
Japan Assoc. for Language Teaching Annual Int. Conference. Tokyo: National Olympics Memorial Youth Center
Oct. 14, 2007.
"Techniques for eliciting online writing feedback".
Japan Writers' Conference. Tokyo: Ochanomizu University
Sep. 23, 2007.
"McDonaldized pragmatics: The price of french fried discourse".
SIETAR Japan 22nd Annual Conference. Yokohama: Reitaku University
Aug. 25, 2007.
"Engendering assessment literacy: Narrowing the gap between teachers and testers".
2007 KELTA International Conference. College of Education, Seoul National University.
May 13, 2007.
"Engendering assessment literacy".
2007 JALT Pan-SIG Conference on Second Language Acquisition - Theory and Pedagogy. Sendai: Tohoku Bunka Gakuen University
Jul. 1, 2006.
"Teaching Alternative Debate in Japanese University Contexts".
SIETAR Japan 21st Annual Conference. Kashiwa: Caritas Junior College
May 13, 2006.
"Teacher Development and Assessment Literacy".
2006 JALT Pan-SIG Conference on Authentic Communication. Shizuoka: Tokai University Faculty of Marine Science
May 14, 2005.
"Structured incomprehensibility - Learning from the Redundica simulation in EFL contexts".
2005 JALT Pan-SIG Conference. Tokyo: Tokyo Keizai University.
Nov. 20, 2004.
"Faculty assessment programs in Japanese universities".
30th Annual International JALT Conference. Nara: Tezukayama University
May. 23, 2004.
"Fostering student research: Some explorations".
2004 JALT Pan-SIG Conference. Tokyo: Tokyo Keizai University
Oct. 5, 2003.
"Time capsuling strategies for classes".
2003 JALT CALL Conference. Nagoya: Kinjo Gakuin University
Sep. 28, 2003.
"Deconstructing Cinderella - Helping students explore their own myths".
2003 Peace as a Global Language Conference. Tokyo: Seisen University
May 11, 2003.
"Issues and concerns in teaching academic writing".
2003 JALT Kyoto PAN-SIG Conference. Kyoto: Kyoto Institute of Technology
Sep. 29, 2002.
"Applying the Ecotonos cross-cultural simulation to EFL contexts".
2002 Peace as a Global Language Conference. Tokyo: Daito Bunka University
Oct. 6, 2002.
"Testing Basics: the A, B, Cs". JALT Osaka
Nov. 18, 2001.
"Global issues in the classroom and beyond".
27th Annual International JALT Conference. Kokura, Japan
Apr. 15, 2001.
"English education in Taiwan". JALT Toyohashi
Feb. 18, 2001.
"Note taking skills; How much can be taught?" JALT Kyoto
Nov. 11, 2000.
"Strategic learning strategies and creative note taking".
ETA-ROC International Conference on English Teaching. Taipei, Taiwan
July. 9, 2000.
"English education in Taiwan, Creative note taking". JALT Nagoya
Nov. 13, 1999.
"Discourse strategies: How much can be taught?"
ETA-ROC International Conference & Book Fair on English Teaching. Taipei, Taiwan
Nov. 6, 1999.
"Composition process vs. product: Connecting how with what".
25th Annual International JALT Conference & Book Fair. Omiya, Japan
Nov. 30, 1997.
"Handicap awareness training in EFL". JALT Tokyo
Oct. 23, 1997.
"Information Literacy & Student Empowerment".
Conference on multimedia in education. Korea Maritime University. Pusan, South Korea
Oct. 4, 1997.
"Issues in computer literacy".
Korea TESOL Conference on Technology in Education: Communicating Beyond Traditional Networks. Kyonju, South Korea
May 31, 1997.
"Computer literacy: Issues and approaches".
JALT National CALL Conference. Chubu University
Jan. 6, 1997.
"Issues in handicap awareness in EFL classrooms".
17th Annual Thai TESOL Conference on Teaching and Learning English in Asia. Bangkok, Thailand
Dec. 10, 1995.
"Business communication strategies: How much can be taught?" JALT Nara
May 20, 1995.
"The information highway: A guide for ESOL teachers". JALT Tochigi
Oct. 10, 1994.
"Fossilization: Is there a way out" 20th Annual International
JALT Conference. Matsuyama University
Nov. 20, 1994. "Handicap awareness training: A pilot project". JALT Tokyo Fall 1994 Conference. Showa Womens' University