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Immediate Feedback And The Use Of Polling Systems For EFL Instruction

Research Project

Project/Area Number 26370665
Research Category

Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)

Allocation TypeMulti-year Fund
Section一般
Research Field Foreign language education
Research InstitutionUniversity of the Ryukyus

Principal Investigator

MACLEAN George Robert  琉球大学, グローバル教育支援機構, 特任教授 (90400613)

Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha) Fewell Norman (FEWELL Norman)  名桜大学, 国際学部, 上級准教授 (20577994)
Co-Investigator(Renkei-kenkyūsha) Abdullah Adnan Mohamed  Universiti Malaysia Pahang, Information&Communication Technology Centre, English Lecturer
Research Collaborator Moriya Moriya  University of the Rykyus Foreign Language Unit technicians
Shikatani Shinji  University of the Rykyus Foreign Language Unit technicians
Project Period (FY) 2014-04-01 – 2017-03-31
Project Status Completed (Fiscal Year 2016)
Budget Amount *help
¥4,550,000 (Direct Cost: ¥3,500,000、Indirect Cost: ¥1,050,000)
Fiscal Year 2016: ¥1,040,000 (Direct Cost: ¥800,000、Indirect Cost: ¥240,000)
Fiscal Year 2015: ¥780,000 (Direct Cost: ¥600,000、Indirect Cost: ¥180,000)
Fiscal Year 2014: ¥2,730,000 (Direct Cost: ¥2,100,000、Indirect Cost: ¥630,000)
KeywordsImmediate feedback / electronic polling / peer evaluation / self-evaluation / peer collaboration / learner-centeredness / ICT enhanced interaction / self evaluation / earner-centeredpedagogy / learner-centeredpedagogy / learner centered / cloud computing
Outline of Final Research Achievements

This research investigated the plausibility of providing immediate feedback to students and its effects in English as a foreign language (EFL) classrooms. We used a cloud-based system because of its numerous applications and versatility for compiling and delivering immediate and slightly delayed feedback for the instruction of grammar and vocabulary, as well as to check homework assignments and to implement peer and self-evaluation in oral communications classes. It has been extremely effective and innovative. Student perceptions about the use of GSE were surveyed and showed largely positive responses and receptiveness for further integration of this technology in this EFL setting. Results were published and presented internationally, and future publications and presentations are in process at the time of this report, and it is expected that this research will generate further, exponential, dividends.

Report

(4 results)
  • 2016 Annual Research Report   Final Research Report ( PDF )
  • 2015 Research-status Report
  • 2014 Research-status Report
  • Research Products

    (44 results)

All 2017 2016 2015 2014 Other

All Int'l Joint Research (4 results) Journal Article (10 results) (of which Int'l Joint Research: 4 results,  Peer Reviewed: 7 results,  Acknowledgement Compliant: 1 results,  Open Access: 4 results) Presentation (25 results) (of which Int'l Joint Research: 11 results,  Invited: 3 results) Remarks (2 results) Funded Workshop (3 results)

  • [Int'l Joint Research] Universiti Malaysia Pahang(Malaysia)

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
  • [Int'l Joint Research] Thompson Rivers University(Canada)

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
  • [Int'l Joint Research] The Chinese University of Hong Kong(China)

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
  • [Int'l Joint Research] National Institute for Education(Cambodia)

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
  • [Journal Article] Recent innovations and improvements to feedback and collaboration options for English as a foreign language courses2017

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G.
    • Journal Title

      Ryudai Review of Euro-American Studies

      Volume: 61 Pages: 41-63

    • Related Report
      2016 Annual Research Report
    • Peer Reviewed / Acknowledgement Compliant
  • [Journal Article] Practical application of theoretical methods in L2 writing : an examination of the product and process approaches2016

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N.
    • Journal Title

      英語学論説資料

      Volume: 7(1)

    • NAID

      40020126242

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
  • [Journal Article] Teaching Pronunciation of the “S” Morpheme2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Journal Title

      OTB Forum

      Volume: 7(1) Pages: 53-56

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Peer Reviewed / Int'l Joint Research
  • [Journal Article] Using text to speech2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Journal Title

      OTB Forum

      Volume: 7(1) Pages: 88-92

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Peer Reviewed / Int'l Joint Research
  • [Journal Article] Augmenting EFL reading potential with graphic novels2015

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Journal Title

      Proceedings of the Pacific-Rim Conference on Education 2014

      Volume: 1 Pages: 67-80

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Journal Article] A new perspective in reading: Digitalized graphic novels in EFL2015

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R
    • Journal Title

      KoTESOL Proceedings 2014

      Volume: 1 Pages: 83-96

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Journal Article] A New perspective in reading: digitalized graphic novels in EFL.2015

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Journal Title

      KOTESOL- KAFLE International Conference Proceedings

      Volume: 1 Pages: 1-10

    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
    • Peer Reviewed / Open Access
  • [Journal Article] Augmenting student reading potential with graphic novels: a discussion concerning the applicability in EFL2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G.R , & Fewell, N.
    • Journal Title

      Proceedings from the 5th Pacific Rim Conference on Education

      Volume: 1 Pages: 1-10

    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
    • Peer Reviewed / Open Access
  • [Journal Article] The visual advantage of the graphic novel2015

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Journal Title

      The European Journal of Applied Linguistics and TEFL

      Volume: 4(1) Pages: 1-10

    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
    • Peer Reviewed / Open Access
  • [Journal Article] Exploring eReaders and digital graphic novels in EFL2015

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Journal Title

      The English Connection

      Volume: 18(4) Pages: 1-10

    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
    • Peer Reviewed / Open Access
  • [Presentation] Using ICT to facilitate an interactive learner-centered classroom environment2016

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Organizer
      Second Joint International Methodology Research Colloquium
    • Place of Presentation
      Tenbusu Culltural Center, Naha, Okinawa
    • Year and Date
      2016-02-16
    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research / Invited
  • [Presentation] How to Deliver Immediate Feedback and Foster ‘Real World’ Learning Approaches in EFL Classrooms2016

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Organizer
      Sojo University English Language Teaching Forum
    • Place of Presentation
      Kumamoto, Japan
    • Year and Date
      2016-01-30
    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Communicative interaction and feedback: Adapting Can-Do descriptors in EFL2016

    • Author(s)
      Norman Fewell & George MacLean
    • Organizer
      ETA ROC PAC 2016, Taipei, Taiwan
    • Place of Presentation
      Chien Tan Activity Center, Taipei, Taiwan
    • Related Report
      2016 Annual Research Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Integrating online collaborative writing and communication in EFL2016

    • Author(s)
      George MacLean & Norman Fewell
    • Organizer
      2016 KOTESOL International Conference
    • Place of Presentation
      Sookmyung Women's University, Seoul, South Korea
    • Related Report
      2016 Annual Research Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Simultaneous collaborative writing and communication: interaction and group-based learning2016

    • Author(s)
      Norman Fewell & George MacLean
    • Organizer
      KATE 2016 International Conference: Current Perspectives on Teaching English: A Multidisciplinary Approach
    • Place of Presentation
      Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI)
    • Related Report
      2016 Annual Research Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Promoting better feedback and interaction with learners2016

    • Author(s)
      George MacLean & Norman Fewell
    • Organizer
      Innovations in Education Forum, JALT PanSIG Conference
    • Place of Presentation
      Meio University, Nago, Okinawa
    • Related Report
      2016 Annual Research Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Immediate feedback for learners using mobile devices2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Organizer
      .ALT 2015
    • Place of Presentation
      Shizuoka City, Japan
    • Year and Date
      2015-11-20
    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Accuracy of ‘Can Do’ self-assessments2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Organizer
      JALT 2015
    • Place of Presentation
      Shizuoka City, Japan
    • Year and Date
      2015-11-20
    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Improving Feedback and Interaction in EFL Classrooms2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G.R
    • Organizer
      International Conference on Language Learning and Teaching
    • Place of Presentation
      Universiti Malaysia Pahang, Kuantan, Malaysia.
    • Year and Date
      2015-10-01 – 2015-10-03
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
    • Invited
  • [Presentation] Using the Google Education Suite for student centered learning and immediate feedback2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Organizer
      International Conference on Language Learning & Teaching (ICoLLT) 2015
    • Place of Presentation
      Pahang, Malaysia
    • Year and Date
      2015-10-01
    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research / Invited
  • [Presentation] Interactive feedback and graphic novels on iPads2015

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Organizer
      Japan Association of Language Teachers - JALT PanSIG 2015 Conference
    • Place of Presentation
      Kobe City University of Foreign Studies
    • Year and Date
      2015-05-16 – 2015-05-17
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] “Can do” or “Can’t do” is the question: accuracy of ‘can do’ self-assessments2015

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Organizer
      Japan Association of Language Teachers - JALT PanSIG 2015 Conference
    • Place of Presentation
      Kobe City University of Foreign Studies
    • Year and Date
      2015-05-16 – 2015-05-17
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] "Can do” or “can’t do” is the question: accuracy of ‘can do’ self-assessments2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Organizer
      PanSIG 2015
    • Place of Presentation
      Kobe Municipal University, Kobe, Japan
    • Year and Date
      2015-05-16
    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Interactive feedback and graphic novels on iPads2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Organizer
      PanSIG 2015
    • Place of Presentation
      Kobe Municipal University, Kobe, Japan
    • Year and Date
      2015-05-16
    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] Using Mobile Devices to Elicit Student Feedback (Workshop)2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G.R., & Fewell, N.
    • Organizer
      2015 International Conference on English Education
    • Place of Presentation
      Shichien University, Taipei, Taiwan
    • Year and Date
      2015-04-25 – 2015-04-26
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Eliciting student feedback using mobile phones2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G. R.
    • Organizer
      International Conference on English Education (ICEE)
    • Place of Presentation
      Shih Chien University, Taipei, Taiwan
    • Year and Date
      2015-04-25
    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
    • Int'l Joint Research
  • [Presentation] No Joke: Learning about Humor via Graphic Novels and iPads2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G.R., & Fewell, N.
    • Organizer
      2015 TESOL International Convention & English Language Expo
    • Place of Presentation
      Tronto Expo Center, Canada
    • Year and Date
      2015-03-25 – 2015-03-26
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Using Mobile Devices to Elicit Student Feedback via Google Applications (Workshop)2015

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G.R.
    • Organizer
      2015 CamTESOL International ConConference on ELT
    • Place of Presentation
      Phnom Penh, Cambodia
    • Year and Date
      2015-02-28 – 2015-03-01
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Paper or paperless: extensive reading and eReaders2014

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Organizer
      JALT 2014: Conversations Across Borders
    • Place of Presentation
      Tsukuba International Convention Center
    • Year and Date
      2014-11-21 – 2014-11-24
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Peer and Self Evaluations for Oral Activities2014

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G.R , & Fewell, N.
    • Organizer
      JALT 2014: Conversations Across Borders
    • Place of Presentation
      Tsukuba International Convention Center
    • Year and Date
      2014-11-21 – 2014-11-24
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Language Instruction and Web 2.0: Using Group Spaces2014

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G.R., & Fewell, N.
    • Organizer
      5th Pacific Rim Conference on Education: Teaching and Learning in a Global Society
    • Place of Presentation
      University of Taipei
    • Year and Date
      2014-11-04 – 2014-11-05
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Graphic Novels in Japanese University EFL Classes2014

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Organizer
      5th Pacific Rim Conference on Education: Teaching and Learning in a Global Society
    • Place of Presentation
      University of Taipei
    • Year and Date
      2014-11-04 – 2014-11-05
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Digitalized graphic novels in EFL: integrating technology and reading2014

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Organizer
      KOTESOL-KAFLE International Conference
    • Place of Presentation
      COEX Conference Center, Seoul
    • Year and Date
      2014-10-04 – 2014-10-05
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Documenting Student Learning in Short-term Study Abroad Contexts2014

    • Author(s)
      Fewell, N., & MacLean, G.R.
    • Organizer
      Japan Association of Language Teachers - JALT PanSIG 2014 Conference
    • Place of Presentation
      Miyazaki Municipal University
    • Year and Date
      2014-05-11 – 2014-05-12
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Presentation] Learner Proficiency Using Portable Document Format Files for Reading2014

    • Author(s)
      MacLean, G.R , & Fewell, N.
    • Organizer
      Japan Association of Language Teachers - JALT PanSIG 2014 Conference
    • Place of Presentation
      Miyazaki Municipal University
    • Year and Date
      2014-05-11 – 2014-05-12
    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Remarks] English Language Learning

    • URL

      https://sites.google.com/site/ryudaigeorge/

    • Related Report
      2015 Research-status Report
  • [Remarks] English Language Learner Website

    • URL

      https://sites.google.com/site/ryudaigeorge/

    • Related Report
      2014 Research-status Report
  • [Funded Workshop] Improving feedback and interaction in language classrooms2016

    • Place of Presentation
      JALT 2016: 42nd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning, Nagoya, Japan
    • Related Report
      2016 Annual Research Report
  • [Funded Workshop] Generating improved feedback and interaction in EFL classrooms2016

    • Place of Presentation
      ETA ROC PAC 2016, Taipei
    • Related Report
      2016 Annual Research Report
  • [Funded Workshop] Implementing better feedback and interaction in EFL classrooms2016

    • Place of Presentation
      KATE 2016 International Conference: Current Perspectives on Teaching English: A Multidisciplinary Approach
    • Related Report
      2016 Annual Research Report

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