Papers - CULLEN Brian
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The Unheard Voice in Materials Development Reviewed
Niall Walsh, Brian Cullen
Nagoya JALT Journal 5 ( 1 ) 76 - 89 2024.11
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal)
DOI： https://doi.org/10.37546/JALTCHAP.NAGOYA5.1-5
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Some Thoughts on Potential Benefits of Online Learning for University Students
Brian Cullen
New Directions 40 2024.03
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：Nagoya Institute of Technology
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Considering Some of the Practical Issues of Materials Development Reviewed
Brian Cullen,Niall Walsh
2022 PanSIg Journal 2022 2023.05
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：JALT
This paper builds upon earlier survey research from Walsh and Cullen (2021) that investigated the materials development approaches of a
sample of EFL teachers in Japan. A major limitation of that study that prompted the current one was its failure to spotlight the d etailed
practices of individual teachers. Through case studies, the real-life experiences of four experienced teachers are documented. The results
reflect the previous study's data insofar as the main challenges are a lack of time and resources. Additionally, material developers generally
do not follow a principled framework when constructing or evaluating their materials, nor is there much awareness of research or models in
the wider fields beyond EFL, such as education and instructional design. Based on these results, the paper concludes with potential solutions
for how the language teaching profession in Japan can support materials developers and mobilize the whole profession towards producing
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The Effects of Physical Activity on the Perception of Feeling Alive
Brian Cullen
New Directions 39 2023.03
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：Nagoya Institute of Technology
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Creating high quality audio for listening materials. Reviewed
Sam Keith, Brian Cullen
JALT Postconference Publication - Issue 2021.1; August 2022 2021 ( 1 ) 167 - 181 2022.08
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：JALT
This paper introduces a practical step-by-step process for the creation of high-quality audio
materials for use in EFL listening materials. The paper begins by explaining a simple approach
based on using the built-in functionality of smartphones, showing in detail how to record and edit
audio for use in language-learning activities. The use of effects such as equalization, compression,
and noise reduction is explained, and the reader will learn how to export audio. By the end of the
paper, the reader will have an understanding of the entire process of turning scripted or unscripted
listening materials into a complete high-quality product that can be used in the classroom or for
online learning activities.DOI： https://doi.org/10.37546/JALTPCP2021
Other Link： https://jalt-publications.org/articles/27474-creating-high-quality-audio-listening-materials
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Revisiting the Concept of Qi as Life Force
Brian Cullen
New Directions 2022.07
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：Nagoya Institute of Technology
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Moving Towards Higher Quality Materials Development in Japan Reviewed
Niall Walsh, Brian Cullen
2021 PanSIg Journal 2021 229 - 239 2022.05
Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：JALT
This paper builds upon earlier survey research from Walsh and Cullen (2021) that investigated the materials development approaches of a
sample of EFL teachers in Japan. A major limitation of that study that prompted the current one was its failure to spotlight the d etailed
practices of individual teachers. Through case studies, the real-life experiences of four experienced teachers are documented. The results
reflect the previous study's data insofar as the main challenges are a lack of time and resources. Additionally, material developers generally
do not follow a principled framework when constructing or evaluating their materials, nor is there much awareness of research or models in
the wider fields beyond EFL, such as education and instructional design. Based on these results, the paper concludes with potential solutions
for how the language teaching profession in Japan can support materials developers and mobilize the whole profession towards producing
higher quality materialsOther Link： https://pansig.org/publications/2021/2021_PanSIG_Journal
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NLP and Magic in Music, Education and Life Reviewed International journal
Brian Cullen
Psychotherapy Yearbook 2022 2021.12
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：International Association of NLP Institutes
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Tell Me More About “Evolving Education—Tools for Educators" Reviewed International journal
Brian Cullen
Tools for Educators 2021.10
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (other academic) Publisher：WeEvolve
Other Link： https://www.nlp-institutes.net/sources/articles/tools-for-educators
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Basic Sound Engineering for Creating Listening Materials - Part 1 Reviewed
Sam Keith, Brian Cullen
Between the Keys 29 2021.07
Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：The Japan Association for Language Teaching
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Brian Cullen
New Directions 39 1 - 10 2021.03
Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (bulletin of university, research institution) Publisher：Nagoya Institute of Technology
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The Manic Art of Materials Writing Reviewed
Brian Cullen
Between the Keys 28 ( 2 ) 4 - 7 2020.07
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：JALT
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Effectiveness of Poster Presentations for CLIL Courses Reviewed
Brian Cullen, Vick Ssali, Cameron Smith
PanSig Journal 2019 2019 56 - 62 2020.06
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：The Japan Association for Language Teaching
This paper discusses the effectiveness of poster presentations as a teaching methodology in Content and
Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) courses. In the course being described, students are tasked to do
research, design and make poster presentations on a topic from each of the themes covered. The authors
propose that these presentations provide an opportunity to meet Coyle's four Cs criteria: content,
communication, cognition, and culture, and share their own experience of how they have successfully
integrated poster presentations as a core activity in classroom learning. Links between CLIL and higher
motivational levels are also explored. Finally, the results of an extensive student questionnaire are
presented. The questionnaire was designed to elicit the learner's perspective on their experiences
researching, preparing and presenting the posters. The results showed a general satisfaction among the
students with the process as a means to communicate new information to one's audience. Nevertheless,
some of the student responses reveal they miss some opportunities to go beyond content and to improve
more on their L2 learning and communication through the processes of research, practice, and
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Promoting Learning through Mental Practice and Embodied Simulation
Brian Cullen
New Directions 38 1 - 10 2020.03
Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (bulletin of university, research institution) Publisher：Nagoya Institute of Technology
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Transitioning from Author to Publisher Reviewed
Brian Cullen
Between the Keys 28 ( 1 ) 4 - 7 2020.03
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：JALT
Other Link： https://www.materialswriters.org/betweenthekeys/28_1.pdf
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The Wall of the Shamrock Reviewed
Brian Cullen
MindBrained ThinkTank 6 ( 1 ) 17 - 18 2020.01
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：JALT Mind Brain and Education SIG
Other Link： https://sites.google.com/view/jalt-mind-brain-and-education/publications
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Creating Effective Learning Activities for Returnee Students Reviewed
Niall Walsh, Brian Cullen
Between the Keys 26 ( 2 ) 2019.11
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：Japan Association of Language Teaching
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Ancestors:Researching and Sharing Personal Histories Reviewed International coauthorship
Brian Cullen, Ben Backwell
PanSig Journal 2018 2019.04
Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：PanSIG
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Active Learning Through Poster Presentations Reviewed International coauthorship
Brian Cullen, Ben Backwell
PanSig Journal 2018 2019.04
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：PanSIG
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Value in Textbooks and Learning Experiences Reviewed
Brian Cullen
Between the Keys 26 ( 1 ) 2019.03
Authorship：Lead author Language：English Publishing type：Research paper (scientific journal) Publisher：Japan Association of Language Teaching
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