RESEARCH INTERESTS INCLUDE:

• 1. Using Computerized Bilingual(ized) Dictionaries;
• 2. Recommending TESOL Resources/Software/Sites;
• 3. Training in Vocabulary Learning Strategies Survey & Taxonomy;
• 4. Recommending Common Core Vocabulary Lists by Topic, Frequency, EAP/ESP Use, etc.
• 5. Linking to On-Line Chat Course, Free TESOL Sites;
• 6. Teaching Specific Lexical Processing Steps, Skills & Strategies to help maximize language learning;
• 7. Using Contemporary Songs to teach good values and Listening and Language Skills.

RECOMMENDED EFL READING & CALL RESOURCES

AUTHOR'S LATEST ACTIVITY

TBLT 2007 - Task-Based Language Teaching Online Proceedings

Designing Online Reading & Writing Courses & Tasks to Maximize L2 Learning (John Paul Loucky)

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Designing Online Tasks to Maximize L2 Learning

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Designing Online Reading & Writing Courses & Tasks to Maximize L2 Learning

AUTHOR'S DISSERTATION AND ARTICLES

Author’s Articles Free Online

Enter Password ‘Loucky’ here to read 20 free articles by CALL4ALL’s owner online.

1) Using a Taxonomy of Vocabulary Learning Strategies to Help Improve Reading Comprehension Skills

2) Surveying Foreign Language Learners’ Use of Electronic Dictionaries

3) Clarifying and Resurrecting the Semantic Field Keyword Approach for Rapid Lexical Acquisition:

Employing Semantic Organization, Bilingual Computerized Glosses and Pushed Output Generation to Enhance L2 Vocabulary Learning

4) Enhancing Japanese College Students’ English Reading and Vocabulary Skills by Using CALL Innovations

Owner of CALL4ALL.us’s Doctoral Dissertation Free

Developing and Testing Vocabulary Training Methods and Materials for Japanese College Students Studying English as a Foreign Language.

Link to 8 Articles on Language Learning

by CALL4ALL’s Author, John Paul Loucky.

Measuring and Improving Readability of Online versus Printed Texts

By John Paul Loucky, for The Reading Matrix. Also:

Improving Online Readability by John Paul Loucky

Video PowerPoint Presentation for The Reading Matrix, 2007 Online Conference.

Loucky, J. P. (2004).

Maximizing Vocabulary Development Using a Semantic Field Keyword Approach. Online in CALLing JAPAN, Vol. 12, No. 1, pp. 7-20.

Loucky, J. P. (2005a).

Combining Intensive and Extensive Reading Strategies with Cooperative and Communicative Learning Activities. Online PDF. Also see:

Loucky, J. P. (2005b).

Combining beneficial strategies from both intensive and extensive reading approaches for more effective and enjoyable language learning. On JALT 2004: Language Learning for Life Conference CD, K. Bradford-Watts, C. Ikeuchi, & M. Swanson (Eds.). JALT 2004 Conference Proceedings. Tokyo: JALT. Pages 1041-1055.

Practicing Basic Questions in English

(Online Interactive Links to Conversation Games)

Loucky, J. P. (2004). Gaining Speaking Confidence by Mastering Basic English Questions: Using Enjoyable Games within a Simple Framework.

MEASURING AND IMPROVING READABILITY OF ONLINE VERSUS PRINTED TEXTS

JP Loucky article online for The Reading Matrix. (pdf)

Clarifying and Resurrecting the Semantic Field Keyword Approach for Rapid Lexical Acquisition

Employing Semantic Organization, Bilingual Computerized Glosses and Pushed Output Generation to Enhance L2 Vocabulary Learning (pdf file)

Improving Online Reading and Vocabulary Development

(Published in KASELE Kiyo 35. Improving Online Reading and Vocabulary Development, pp. 181-187.)

Improving access to target vocabulary

Loucky. J.P. (2002). Improving access to target vocabulary using computerized bilingual dictionaries ReCALL, Volume 14, Issue 02, Nov 2002, pp 295-314. Published online by Cambridge University Press 09 Dec 2002.

Loucky, J. P. (1994). Teaching and testing English reading skills of Japanese college students. KASELE Kiyo 22: 29-34.

Loucky, J. P. (1996). Developing and testing vocabulary training methods and materials for Japanese college students studying English as a foreign language. Ed.D. Dissertation on file with Pensacola Christian College, Pensacola, FL. Also available either from ERIC Center for Applied Linguistics via fax to (202) 429- 9292; or from UMI Dissertation Services, 30 No. Zeeb Rd., PO Box 1346, Ann Arbor, MI 48106-1346 (http.//www.umi.com).

Loucky, J. P. (1997a). Maximizing vocabulary acquisition: Recommendations for improving English vocabulary learning for foreign language learners. KASELE Kiyo 25: 101-111.

Loucky, J. P. (1997b). Summary of " Developing and testing vocabulary training methods and materials for Japanese college students studying English as a foreign language." Annual Review of English Learning and Teaching, No 2, JACET Kyushu-Okinawa Chapter. (9/30/97: 15-36).

Loucky, J. P. (1998). Suggestions for Improving ESL/EFL Vocabulary Instruction. Seinan JoGakuin Kiyo 45, pp. 25-36.

Loucky, J. P. (1999). Practical CAI language teaching ideas: Reading and writing connections. Seinan JoGakuin Kiyo 46, 1-7.

Loucky, J. P. (2002a). Assessing the potential of computerized bilingual dictionaries for enhancing English vocabulary learning. In Lewis, P. N. D. (Ed.), The changing face of CALL: A Japanese perspective (pp. 123-137). Lisse: Swets & Zeitlinger.

Loucky, J. P. (2002b). Improving access to target vocabulary using computerized bilingual dictionaries. ReCALL 14 (2), pp. 293-312.

Loucky, J. P. (2002c). Comparing translation software and OCR reading pens. On Swanson, M., McMurray, D., & Lane, K. (Eds.), Pan-Asian Conference 3 at 27th International Conference of JALT, National Conference Proceedings CD. Kitakyushu, JAPAN. Pages 745-755.

Loucky, J. P. (2002d). Testing vocabulary levels in Japan. The Japanese Learner. Oxford: Oxford University. Part I (pp. 15-21).

Loucky, J. P. (2002e). Choosing your words wisely: Selecting which vocabulary to teach. Orio Joshi Keizai Tanki Taigaku Ronshu, No. 36, pp. 45-58.

Loucky, J. P. (2002f). When Eastern Oriental meets Western Occidental language system: Crossing the English vocabulary threshold versus breaking the Kanji Barrier. Seinan JoGakuin Tandai Kiyo, No. 48, pp. 19-38.

Loucky, J. P. (2002g). Choosing your words wisely: Selecting which words to teach. The ETJ Journal, Vol. 3, No. 3 (Winter 2002/2003).

Loucky, J. P. (2003a). Testing vocabulary levels in Japan, Part II. The Japanese Learner, No. 29, (March), pp. 15-20. Oxford: Oxford University.

Loucky, J. P. (2003b). Enhancing students’ English reading and vocabulary skills using CALL innovations. Seinan Women's University Tandai Kiyo, Vol. 49, 1-15.

Loucky, J. P. (2003c). Using CALL innovations to enhance students’ English reading and vocabulary skills. In P. N. D. Lewis, C. Imai, & K. Kitao (Eds.), Local Decisions, Global Effects: The Proceedings of JALT CALL 2002, 121-128.

Loucky, J. P. (2003d). Using computerized bilingual dictionaries to help maximize English vocabulary learning at Japanese colleges. CALICO Journal, 221 (1), 105-129.

Loucky, J. P. (2003e). Testing vocabulary levels in Japan. Orio Joshi Keizai Tanki Taigaku Ronshu, No. 37, pp. 51-87.

Loucky, J. P. (2003f). Enhancing the learning, teaching and testing of new vocabulary by systematically using a Depth of Lexical Processing Scale and a Vocabulary Learning Strategies Taxonomy. Japan Language Testing Association. Kumamoto Presentation. (10/25/03).

Loucky, J. P. (2004a). Clarifying and resurrecting the Semantic Field Keyword Approach for rapid lexical acquisition: Employing semantic organization, bilingual computerized glosses and pushed output generation to enhance L2 vocabulary learning. Seinan JoGakuin Tandai Kiyo, No. 50, 61-87.

Loucky, J. P. (2004b). Improving cognitive, linguistic and computational processing of new vocabulary using an online Semantic Field Keyword Approach. Japan Association of Language Teachers CALL Special Interest Group, C@lling Japan. Spring 2004, Vol. 12/1, pp. 7-20.

Loucky, J. P. (2005a) Making a user-friendly vocabulary knowledge scale for Japanese students: Designing and testing a dual assessment vocabulary instructor-evaluator. Kitakyushu: Orio Aishin Tanki Daigaku Ronshu, No. 39, (pp. 33-86). Kitakyushu, Japan.

Loucky, J. P. (2005b). Systematically employing a trinity of user-friendly assessment tools. JLTA Journal, 7, 66-91.

Loucky, J. P. (2005c). Combining beneficial strategies from both intensive and extensive reading approaches for more effective and enjoyable language learning. On JALT 2004: Language Learning for Life Conference CD, K. Bradford-Watts, C. Ikeuchi, & M. Swanson (Eds.). JALT 2004 Conference Proceedings. Tokyo: JALT. Pages 1041-1055.

Loucky, J. P. (2005d). Combining the benefits of electronic and online dictionaries with CALL Web sites to produce effective and enjoyable vocabulary and language learning lessons. Computer Assisted Language Learning, Vol. 18, No. 5, (December 2005), pp. 389-416.

Loucky, J. P. (2006a). Maximizing vocabulary development by systematically using a depth of lexical processing taxonomy, CALL resources, and effective strategies. CALICO Journal, 23, No. 2 (January), 363-399.

Loucky, J. P. (2006b). Harvesting CALL websites for enjoyable and effective language learning. In The Proceedings of JALT CALL 2005, Glocalization: Bringing people together. (Ritsumeikan University, BKC Campus, Shiga, Japan, June 3-5, 2005).Pp. 18-22.

Loucky, J. P. (2006c). Developing integrated online English courses for enjoyable reading and effective vocabulary learning. In The Proceedings of JALT CALL 2005, Glocalization: Bringing people together. (Ritsumeikan University, BKC Campus, Shiga, Japan, June 3-5, 2005). Pp. 165-169.

Loucky, J. P. (2007). Computerized dictionaries: Integrating Portable Devices, Translation Software and Web Dictionaries to Maximize Learning. In Major Reference Works, Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Computer Engineering. Rawah, N. J.: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

Loucky, J. P. and J. Spiri. (2007). Systematic ways of teaching, studying and testing high frequency vocabulary online. Language Forum, Vol. 33, No. 2, July-Dec. 101-114.

Loucky, J.P. (2007). Improving online reading and vocabulary development. KASELE Kiyo 35. 181-187.

Loucky, J.P. (2008a). How to assess and adjust online text readability to improve information and language literacies necessary for learning in various languages online. Chapter 19 in M. Thomas, Ed. Handbook of Research on Language Acquisition Technologies: Web 2.0 Transformation of Learning. Hershey, PA: IGI Global. Pp. 281-302. [Online orders at: http://www.igi-global.com/reference/details.asp?id=9699?]

Loucky, J.P. (2008b). Improving Online Readability and Information. In Hansson, T. (Ed.), Handbook of Digital Information Technologies: Innovations and Ethical Issues. Hershey, Pa.: IGI Global. http://www.igi-global.com/reference/ or http://books.google.com/books?id=Ytu0cIhFWGkC&pg=PP5&lpg=PP1#PPA281,M1

Loucky, J.P. (2008c). Reassessing the educational works and contributions of John Amos Comenius to the development of modern education. Seinan JoGakuin Kiyo 12.

Loucky, J.P. (2008c). Stephen Gill: Poet and Protestor for Peace. In N.K. Agarwal (Ed.), Discovering Stephen Gill: A collection of papers and articles. U.P. India.

Loucky, J.P. (2009). Designing and testing a user-friendly vocabulary knowledge scale for teaching essential English verbs and adjectives to Asian students. Seinan JoGakuin University Kiyo, Vol. 13, pp. 121-146.

Loucky, J.P. (2008b). May I borrow your computerized dictionary(ies)? In Resources: TLT Wired, In The Language Teacher, 32, 11, (Nov. 2008), 22-24.

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PROPOSED BOOKS IN PROCESS

1) Loucky, J. P. (Forthcoming). How to Maximize Language and Vocabulary Learning Using Internet and ICALL Innovations.

2) Loucky, J. P. (Forthcoming). How to Systematically Improve Vocabulary Skills: Ways to Teach or Learn Foreign Language Vocabulary More Effectively.

3) Loucky, J. P. Shinkansen Express: High-Speed to Rapid Vocabulary Expansion.

4) Having Fun Learning New Language and Vocabulary Using Games and Activities.

OTHER BOOKS FOR SALE:

Famous Leaders Who Influenced Japan’s Internationalization.

Japanese version of Cross-Cultural Studies of America and Japan.

Cloze Listening Songbooks:

A. Listening to Lovely Lullabies and Childrens’ Songs

B. Listening to Love Songs

C. Listening for the Reasons for the Seasons

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Vimeo

Vimeo is a no-cost video-hosting site that’s easy-to-use, has a clean interface, and allows you to password a video if needed. The collaborative nature works well with its groups function.

Best Online Collaboration Tools: MindMap by Robin Good

Collaborative Online Mind-Mapping: This Collaborative Map is a live editable map of over 150 of the best free and low-cost online collaboration tools available. This collaboration tools map has the objective of bringing together the most useful, free or low-cost technologies available today online. Originally the types of tools included by the participants in this experiment, ranged from real-time instant messaging and video conferencing tools to the main social bookmarking resources and microblogging tools as several participants felt that these too were relevant collaboration technologies. To limit its breadth and provide more specific usefulness to those who are looking for real-time collaboration solutions, it was later decided to sacrifice microblogging and social bookmarking tools, which are collected in a separate social media and collaborative publishing group. The official focus is therefore on real-time or near real-time collaborative technologies in the groups that have been already defined.

Key Mind-Map online collaboration categories covered in the map include 150 technologies: VoIP - Instant Messaging Tools ; Video Conferencing ; Screen-Sharing, Remote-Control; Web Conferencing; Co-browsing; Web Presenting; Workgrouping; File Sharing; Document Sharing and Wikis; Collaborative Document Reviewing; Collaborative Event Scheduling; Mind-Mapping; and Project Management.

ONLINE CONFERENCING TOOLS/TELE-COLLABORATION PROGRAMS:

Online Conferencing Tools

This blog post compares several, user-friendly online, synchronous, group collaboration tools which allow you to meet with others in an online "room" with video, audio, shared whiteboards, and much more

Adobe ConnectNow

This includes many of the features of Adobe Acrobat Connect Pro, such as video and VOIP for all, screen sharing, whiteboards, etc. Since it only allows 3 users to participate in the conference, it may be best just for small synchronous sessions.

DimDim

Free version of this tool only allows for the presenter's video feed, and 4 users with voice, but does allow 20 users in the room, and includes a whiteboard, a chat area, and some screensharing.

Vyew

This tool is very full-featured, but the free version allows only 5 users and the site is ad-supported. There is an easy-screenshot feature, lots of plug-ins such as a YouTube Player, a graphing calculator, desktop sharing, and much more.

Yugma

Yugma’s free version requires registration by each of the (up to 20) attendees you host for a meeting. There is a download of Java required as well as a small client. The free version basically allows screen-sharing and chat. There is a Skype version of the client that utilizes the audio and chat within Skype as well.

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online electronic translation tools

ESL Lounge
Free ESL Lesson Materials for teachers. Grammar, worksheets, song lyrics, board games, pronunciation and more. All free and printable.

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Nellies English Projects is an educational website for students and teachers whose aim is to motivate students for lifelong learning. It provides resources for teachers on how to integrate technology into the classroom by means of project based and experiential learning using WebQuests. The site provides many educational resources, articles, lesson plans, evaluation rubrics, reading practice and collaborative writing ideas.

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