Don W. Hinkelman

Curriculum Vitae

CONTACT

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BACKGROUND SUMMARY

Twenty eight years of multi-cultural experience as a university instructor and trainer with international development organizations. Teaching and administrative responsibilities have focused on:
    - Teaching of English as a Foreign Language--Written and Oral Communication
    - Intercultural Communication
    - Computer Aided Language Learning
    - University EFL Curriculum development
    - International Exchange Programs

Classroom-based Research (20 articles/chapters published, and over 30 conference presentations) on:
    - Intercultural Communication: Simulation methodologies and overseas study tours
    - Computer-aided Language Learning (CALL): English composition, CMC, internet
    - Oral Communication:   Pronunciation pedagogy and oral testing
    - Foreign Language Education:    Language learning styles of Japanese students

EDUCATION

University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in CALL
                School of Languages, Department of Applied Linguistics, 2004 - 2009
              Dissertation: Design of Blended Environments in Second Language Learning.
                Confirmation: September 2005

University of London, London, UK
Certificate program on Online Education, 1999 - 2000

Azusa Pacific University, California, USA    Master of Arts (M.A.) in Leadership Studies
              School of Education, Department of Behavioral Sciences, 1990 - 1994
            Interdisciplinary program on leadership communication (interpersonal
                communication, educational psychology, and instructional design).

University of Illinois, Chicago, USA             Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
                Dept. of Geography, Regional development studies, 1973 - 1975, 1978

University of Wisconsin, Madison, USA
                Social Science studies, 1972 - 1973

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Sapporo Gakuin University (Associate Professor, 1998 - Present)

Staff of two departments and three committees.

- Department of English: Taught Intercultural Communication (lecture and two seminars), Topics in Communication (lecture), EFL Extensive Reading, and Oral Communication (three levels). Responsible for new curricullum planning in English Composition I and II. Developing Course Management Software (CMS) as online supplement to whole English department curriculum. Proposed post-graduate curriculum for continuing education of high school and junior high school EFL teachers in Hokkaido (combined online and face-to-face course components). Planned and directed annual CALL teacher training workshops for Hokkaido-area teachers.

- Department of Regional Management: Taught in the masters program of regional management. Course title: Theory & Practice of Intercultural Communicaiton.

- ICT Working Group for Foriegn Language Eduation: Chair of a research committee to design hardware, software and rooms for CALL and blended language learning rooms.

- International Exchange Committee: Designed, coordinated and accompanied exchange programs to Korea, Thailand, Malaysia, and Canada. Supervised intensive English programs abroad hosted by Monash University (Australia), University of California-Davis (USA), Pacific Lutheran University (USA) and Essex University (UK). Wrote and supervised university brochures in English, Chinese and Korean language versions. Led orientation courses preparing students for five-month overseas curriculum.

- Entrance Examination Committee: Wrote examination questions for listening comprehension, reading, grammar, vocabulary, and conversation usage. Evaluated reliability of questions based on item faciltity and item discrimation criteria.

Hokkaido University of Education (Full-time Lecturer, 1992 - 1998)

Staff of two departments and member of four committees.
-    Department of Foreign Languages: Taught English Composition I and II, Comparative Cultures, Oral English Communication I, and Oral English Communication II for English majors. Developed original curriculum materials and oral tests for each course. Used a Macintosh CALL network for both composition and communication classes.

-    Department of Global Education: Taught Practical English I and II, English Composition, and Intercultural Communication for this new department. Designed and organized one month intensive English program for freshmen at the University of Washington. Designed joint learning projects between foreign exchange students and Kokusai Rikai students.

-    International Center--Program Planning Committee: Developed new curriculum for Japanese language studies for foreign students and a self-assess CALL center for Japanese learning. Assisted opening new programs with University of London, University of Washington, University of Massachusetts, University of Hong Kong, University of Calgary, Idaho State University, and Northeastern University. Wrote exchange agreements, contacted professors, hosted visitors and negotiated programs.

-    International Center--Student Relations Committee: Wrote English brochures and manuals for public relations and new student orientation.   Coordinated new student orientations, training programs for tutors of foreign students, and selection interviews and counseling for students going abroad.

-     Entrance Examination Committee: Wrote examinations for listening tests used in Kokusai Rikai Kyouiku Department. Checked English sections of main test of English. Conducted oral English interviews of applicants in the Koki test for the Kokusai Rikai Kyouiku Dept.

-    Homepage Development Special Committee:   Assisted in the design of the first internet homepage for Hokkaido University of Education. Wrote English sections and proofread translations of Japanese sections.   Also assisted the General Affairs Section: Edited research papers published in English.

Institute of Cultural Affairs (a rural development NGO) (Staff, 1975 to 1992)

Sapporo, Japan    Editor        1989.10 - 1992.3
            -   Edited international newsletter on leadership development,
                group process, and interpersonal communication.

Nairobi, Kenya    Curriculum Development Planner    1987.10 - 89.9
            -   Supervised a staff training program for the fieldworkers of ICA,
                a private international development organization (NGO).
            -   Led staff training workshops for local NGO managers.
            -   Taught English speaking skills with Japan International Cooperation
                Agency (JICA) experts on mission to East Africa.

Kampala, Uganda    Training Consultant         1988.11 - 89.2
            -   United Nations Development Program (UNDP) consultant to
                Manpower Development Centre, Uganda Commercial Bank.
            -   Designed and taught a 'Training of Trainers' course and a 'Curriculum
                Development' course for bank management training instructors.

Brussels, Belgium    Training Manager: International Office    1984.9 - 87.9
            - Developed courses in community development methods and
                computer-automated project management.
            -   Consulted with international associations and multi-national firms on
                human resource development and information management.
             - Wrote English documentation for custom software programs.

Sapporo, Japan    International Exchange Program Director    1980.9 - 84.9
            -    Led workcamps of Japanese university and high school students to
               Southeast Asian countries; developed training materials for the participants.
            -    Co-organized a conference of thirty Sapporo volunteer organizations.
            -    Facilitated social education seminars in Hokkaido towns and villages.
          - University Instructor (part-time) in English oral communication.

Chicago, Illinois, USA           Instructor                      1977.3 - 80.9
            -    Developed instructional materials for technical training courses.
            -    Lectured in economic development to overseas volunteers.

Majuro, Marshall Islands        Field Project Trainer        1975.3 - 77.3
            -    Wrote basic English curriculum for courses in small business management.
            -    Researched prospective commercial enterprises, made feasibility studies.
            -    Trained local staff to manage small businesses.

Madison and Chicago, USA    Part-time volunteer 1972.1 - 75.3
            -    Attended 3 month training in education methods and community development.
            -    Worked during school vacations as a volunteer in community development
   projects in Minnesota, Florida, South Dakota and Illinois.

PUBLICATIONS

Book Chapters

-    Pronunciation Practice for Student Teachers of English: Directions for Curriculum
     and Syllabus Design, In Papers on English Studies (Eds. Kato, T. and Yamaguchi, T.)
     Hokkaido University of Education, pp. 3-35, 1995.

-    The Cultural Dimension of Language Learning
     In Kotoba no Sekai, (Eds. Kato, T. and Minagawa, H.) pp. 151-160.
     Hokkaido University of Education, 1993.

Research Papers

- The Emergence of Blended Learning: An End to Laboratory-based CALL, JALT Hokkaido
Journal. Vol. 9, pp. 17-31. Published: December 2005. Available from:
http://jalthokkaido.net/html/jh%20journal/2005%20files/2005_issue.htm

- Practical and pedagogical issues for teacher adoption of IMS learning design standards in
Moodle LMS. Journal of Interactive Media in Education 2005(02), pp. 1-24.
Published: February 2005. Available from: http://jime.open.ac.uk/2005/02

- EML and implications for task design in blended L2 environments, Proceedings of Pacific
Computer Assisted Language Learning Conference 2004, pp. 962-973. Published:
December 2004. http://www.paccall.org/2004/2004conference_proceedings.php

- Feasibility of Students Using Presentation Software in University English Communication
Classes (co-authored), Journal of the Society of Humanities, Sapporo Gakuin University,
Vol. 71, pp. 95-128, March 2002

-    Technical Difficulties in the Application of Presentation Software to University
     EFL Speech-making Classes    (co-authored)
     JALT Hokkaido 2001 Proceedings, pp. 21-28, December 2001.

- Designing Sister School EFL Exchanges in Asia
The Language Teacher, Vol.25, No.7, Japan Association of Language Teachers, 2001.

- Large Class Management for Extensive Reading Programs
JALT Hokkaido 2000 Proceedings, pp. 24-32, December 2000.

- Criteria for the Evaluation of Entrance Examination Questions (co-authored)
JALT Hokkaido 1999 Proceedings, pp. 28-35, December 1999.

- Discourse-Oriented Pronunciation Activities (co-authored)
Proceedings of the International JALT 1998 Conference, pp. 88-92, September 1999.

-    Contining Education Needs Analysis for Junior and Senior High School English Teachers
   in Hokkaido (co-authored), Proceedings of the Hokkaido University of Education
     Symposium on Life-long Learning, 1998.

- Curriculum Proposals for a Distance Learning Masters Program in English Education
(co-authored), Proceedings of the Hokkaido University of Education Symposium
on Life-long Learning, 1998.

- Pair Dictation for Testing Oral English Fluency in Large Classes
Journal of Himeji Institute of Technology, Vol. 7, pp. 81-98, 1996 (Co-authored).

- Reliability of a Fluency-based Oral English Test for Large Low-level Classes
Journal of Hokkaido University of Education (1C) 47 (1), pp. 151-169, 1996.

-    Postgraduate Distance and Inservice Training Curricula for Public School
    English Teachers, Proceedings of the International Symposium on Lifelong
    Learning and Education Universities, pp. 133-138, 1995.

- Intercultural Simulation Games for Management Education in Japan
Economic Journal of Hokkaido University, Vol. 24, pp. 59-89, 1995.

- Intercultural Simulation Games for Japanese Language Learners (co-authored)
Journal of Hokkaido University of Education (2C) 45 (1), pp. 93-118, 1994.

-    Home-based Japanese Word Processors for English Composition Teaching
    Proceedings of the National Conference on Computers and Composition,
    Japan Association of Language     Teachers pp. 109-120, 1994.

- Short-term Overseas Tours to Research Social Issues and their Effects upon
Foreign Language Acquisition. Journal of Hokkaido University of Education
Vol. (1C) 44 (1). pp. 11-29, 1993.

- Overseas Tours to Research Social Issues: Language Learning Through Experiential
Education, The Language Teacher, XVII, No. 5, pp. 5-7, 9, 10.
Japan Association of Language Teachers, 1993.

- Communication Networks in EFL Classrooms (co-authored)
Journal of Seishu Junior College, Vol. 24, pp. 43-58, Seishu Jr. College, 1993.

- Computers and ESL Composition: Low-cost Teaching Strategies for Japanese
Universities, Journal of Hokkaido Univ. of Education (1C) 43 (2). pp. 143-161, 1993.

-    Multi-Media ESL Teaching Methods: A Psychological Investigation into Learning Styles
     Cross Currents: Intl. Journal of Language Teaching and Intercultural Communication,
     Vol. XIX, No. 1, pp. 25-35.   Language Institute of Japan, 1992 (co-authored).

-     Student Learning Styles: Variances in Learning Modality Preferences of University
     Students, The Hokkaido General Education Review of Komazawa University,
     No. 6, pp. 25-42. Komazawa University: Hokkaido Branch, 1991.

Notes, Reviews, and Other Articles

-    University Innovation through Study Abroad: Case Studies of Five Institutions in Japan
     The Language Teacher, XIX, No. 2, pp. 13-16, (co-authored).
     Japan Association of Language Teachers, 1995.

-    The Role of a Constitution in a Professional Organization
     The Language Teacher, Vol. XVIX, No. 1, pp. 41 and 76.
     Japan Association of Language Teachers, 1995.

-    Education Reform in Japan
     The Sapporo Journal, Summer 1994.

-    Staff Development and Training Assessment of a Local Development Organization
     in Kenya. Unpublished paper, Institute of Cultural Affairs, 1989.

PRESENTATIONS

- Tailoring Moodle to Your Own Needs: A Workshop for LMS Administrators & Developers
3rd Annual Asia CALL Conference, Rangit University, Bangkok, Thailand, 3 Dec 2003.

- Moodle as a Platform for Online Language Learning
3rd Annual Asia CALL Conference, Rangit University, Bangkok, Thailand, 3 Dec 2003.

-     Moodle as a Platform for Online Language Learning
      3rd Annual Asia CALL Conference, Rangit University, Bangkok, Thailand, 3 Dec 2003.

-     EFL Classroom Support with On-line Discussion Forums
      20th Annual Hokkaido Language Learning Conference, Fuji University, 9 November 2003

-     e-Learning Systems with Open Source Software
      CALL 2003 Workshop, Sapporo Gakuin University, 25 October 2003

-     Creating Classroom Communities with Open Source CMS Software
      Japan Association for Language Teaching: CALL SIG Conference
      Kinjo Gakuin University, Nagoya, 4 October 2003.

-     Intercultural Exchange: Design of NGO and University Student Exchanges
      Global Citizenship Forum Niigata: CSO Regional Forum 2003
       Toki Messe Niigata, 15 September 2003

-     Online Discussion Boards: New Forms of Written Communication
      CALL 2002 Workshop, Sapporo Gakuin University, 26 October 2002

-     English Speech-making using Powerpoint Software
      CALL 2001 Workshop, Sapporo Gakuin University, 27 October 2001
      Co-presented with Alan Bossaer

-     Designing Sister School Exchanges in Asia:
Active English Production for Second Language Learners
      26th International JALT Conference on Language Teaching and Learning,
      Shizuoka: Shizuoka Granship Conference Center, November 4, 2000.

-     International Cooperation: University Youth Exchanges, and NGOs
      JALT Hokkaido Workshop on Global Issues in Language Education
      Hokkaido International School, September 24, 2000

-   CALL Instructional Methodology: Case Study of a Japanese University EFL Program
    International Association of Applied Linguistics, 5 August 1999
    Waseda University, Tokyo, Japan

-    Criteria for Evaluation of Entrance Examination Questions (co-presented with T. Grose)
     Japan Association of Language Teachers: Hokkaido 16th Annual Language Conference
     Sapporo: Hokkaido International School, 30 May 1999.

-    Pronunciation in Context (co-presented with J. Halvorsen)
     Japan Association of Language Teachers: Hokkaido 15th Annual Language Conference
     Sapporo: Hokkaido International School, 25 April 1998.

-    Language Learning Styles: Theoretical and Practical Trends
     21st International JALT Conference on Language Teaching and Learning,
     Nagoya: Nagoya Intl. Conference Center, November 2, 1995.

-    Integrating Foreign Students into Regular University Curriculum
     21st International JALT Conference on Language Teaching and Learning,
     Nagoya: Nagoya Intl. Conference Center, November 1, 1995.

-     Postgraduate Distance & Inservice Training Curricula for Public School English Teachers
      International Symposium of Lifelong Learning and Education Universities
    Asahikawa, September 23, 1995.

-     Language Learning Strategies for Communicative Competence
    37th English American Literary Seminar
    Sapporo: Hokkaido University, June 29, 1995.

-     The New Communicative Curriculum and Implications for University
      Entrance Examinations, JALT Hokkaido 12th Annual Language Conference
    Sapporo: Seishonen Kaikan, May 21, 1995.

-    Speaking Test Techniques for Large Classes
     20th International JALT Conference on Language Teaching & Learning
     Matsuyama: Matsuyama University, October 10, 1994.

-    Connecting Student Goals and Learning Styles
     20th International JALT Conference on Language Teaching & Learning
   Matsuyama: Matsuyama University, October 10, 1994.

-    University Innovation through Study Abroad Programs
     20th International JALT Conference on Language Teaching & Learning
     Matsuyama: Matsuyama University, October 9, 1994.

-    Applying Experiential Learning Theory to EFL
     20th International JALT Conference on Language Teaching & Learning
     Matsuyama: Matsuyama University, October 9, 1994.

-    Issues in Multi-cultural Education
     Japan-America Roundtable
     Sapporo: The American Center, July 12, 1994.

-    The Experiential Learning Cycle
     JALT: Hokkaido 11th Annual Language Conference
     Sapporo: Seishonen Kaikan, May 22, 1994.

-    Applying Learning Style Theory to the Language Classroom
     Japan Association of Language Teachers: Sendai Chapter February Regular Meeting
     Sendai: Tohoku Gakuin University, February 27, 1994.

-    Oral Testing for Large English Classes: A Learner-Centered Approach
     Japan Association of Language Teachers: Hokkaido Chapter January Regular Meeting,
     Sapporo: Kaderu Building, January 23, 1994.

-    Learning Styles: Adjusting to Student Differences
     19th International JALT Conference on Language Teaching and Learning,
     Omiya: Sonic City Hall, October 9, 1993.

-    Home-based Japanese Word Processors in English Composition Teaching
     1st National Conference on Computers and Composition.
     Nagoya: Kinjo Gakuen University, September 14, 1993.

-    College Composition Roundtable: Integrating Student Journals in a Process
     Writing Course, JALT: Hokkaido 10th Annual Language Conference,
     Sapporo: Kaderu Building, May 22, 1993.

-    Computer-Aided Composition Teaching
     Japan Association of Language Teachers, Hokkaido Chapter June Regular Meeting,
     Sapporo: Kaderu Building, June 21, 1992.

-    Learning Styles: The Inner Psychology of ESL Teachers and Students
     Japan Association of Language Teachers: Hokkaido Chapter June Regular Meeting,
     Sapporo: Kaderu Building, June 21, 1992.

Professional Associations:

- Japan Association of Language Teachers (JALT)
Member: National Conference Vetting Committee, 1996-Present
Conference Chair: JALT Hokkaido Annual Language Teaching Conference, 1998-2002
Regional Officer: Global Issues in Language Education Network, 1996-2003
Officer: Computer Aided Language Learning Network, 1994-Present
Officer: Website Development, JALT Hokkaido Chapter

- Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Member: Computer-Aided Language Learning Interest Section

- Pacific CALL Association (PacCALL)
Member, 2003-Present

Other Activities:

-    Academic advisor, masters candidates for Teaching English as a Foreign Language,
     University of Birmingham, Distance Learning Program.

- Former Judge, the Society for Testing English Proficiency (STEP, first grade)

- English Rewriter, JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency)

-    Member, Board of Directors, The Institute of Cultural Affairs: Tokyo

-    Africa and Asia Program Advisor, Institute of Cultural Affairs: Japan

- Volunteer Counselor, university student workcamps to the Philippines

- Training Consultant, cross-cultural communication courses for Toshiba
     and Kirin corporations

Publications by Research Topic

Oral Communication:

-    Pronunciation Practice for Student Teachers of English: Directions for Curriculum and Syllabus Design. In Papers on English Studies (Eds. Kato, T. and Yamaguchi, T.) pp. 3-35. Hokkaido University of Education, 1995.
-    Communication Networks in EFL Classrooms
Journal of Seishu Junior College, Vol. 24, pp. 43-58, Seishu Junior College, 1993 (co-authored).
-    Oral Testing Techniques for Large Communication Classes

Foreign Language Education:

- Student Learning Styles: Variances in Learning Modality Preferences of University Students.
The Hokkaido General Education Review of Komazawa University, No. 6, pp. 25-42,
Komazawa University: Hokkaido Branch, 1991.
- Multi-Media ESL Teaching Methods: A Psychological Investigation into Learning Styles
Cross Currents: Intl. Journal of Language Teaching and Intercultural Communication,
Vol. XIX, No. 1, pp. 25-35, Language Institute of Japan, 1992 (co-authored).
- Postgraduate Distance and Inservice Training Curricula for Public School English Teachers in
Hokkaido, International Symposium Proceedings: Lifelong Learning and Education
Universities Conference, pp. 133-138, 1995

Intercultural Communication:

-    The Cultural Dimension of Language Learning.
Kotoba no Sekai, pp. 151-160, Hokkaido University of Education, 1993, (co-authored).
-    Overseas Tours to Research Social Issues: Language Learning Through Experiential Education.
The Language Teacher, XVII, No. 11, pp. 5-10, Japan Association of Language Teachers, 1993.
-    Short-term Overseas Tours to Research Social Issues and their Effects on Foreign Language.
Journal of Hokkaido University of Education (1C) 44 (1). pp. 11-29, 1993.
-    Intercultural Simulation Games for Japanese Language Learners
Journal of Hokkaido University of Education (2C) 45 (1), pp. 93-118, 1994 (Co-authored).
-    Intercultural Simulation Games for Management Education in Japan.
Economic Journal of Hokkaido University, Vol. 24, pp. 59-89, 1995.

Computer Aided Language Learning:

- Computers and ESL Composition: Low-cost Teaching Strategies for Japanese Universities
Journal of Hokkaido University of Education (1C) 43 (2). pp. 143-161, 1993.
- Home-based Japanese Word Processors in English Composition Teaching
Proceedings of the National Conference on Computers and Composition, Nagoya, Japan. 1994.

Curriculum Development and Assessment:

-    University Innovation through Study Abroad: Case Studies of Five Institutions in Japan,
The Language Teacher, XIX, No. 2, pp. 13-16, 1995
-    The Role of a Constitution in a Professional Organization, The Language Teacher,
Vol. XVIX, No. 1, pp. 41, 76, Japan Association of Language Teachers, 1995.
-    Education Reform in Japan, The Sapporo Journal, Winter 1994.
- Staff Development and Training Assessment of a Local Development Organization in Kenya
Unpublished paper, Institute of Cultural Affairs, 1989.

Curriculum Materials:

- Small Family--Better Life: a family planning training manual
National Council on Population and Development, Government of Kenya, 1989.
-    Training of Trainers, student manual, 1988.
-    Learning Style Questionnaire, Japan version, 1992.
- EFL Process Writing Course for Pre-service Teacher Training, student handout packet, 1994.
-    Advanced Conversation for Japanese Students of English, student handout packet, 1995.