Robinson Fritz
Organization
Faculty of Languages and Cultures Department of Linguistic Environment Lecturer
Title
Lecturer
External link
ORCID
Research Areas
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Humanities & Social Sciences / Foreign language education
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Humanities & Social Sciences / Linguistics
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Humanities & Social Sciences / Education
Degree
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Ph.D. in Intercultural Communication ( 2022.2 )
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M.A in Applied Linguistics ( 2012.7 )
Research History
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Kyushu University Faculty of Languages and Cultures Lecturer
2024.4 - Present
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Nagasaki University Institute of Tropical Medicine Visiting Assistant Professor
2022.4 - Present
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Interim Global Leader Director and Product Development Team member
株式会社LbE Japan
2022.4 - 2024.3
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Nagasaki University Faculty of Economics Assistant Professor
2013.4 - 2022.3
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Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies Department of Modern English Lecturer Specially Appointed Lecturer
2010.4 - 2013.3
Research Interests・Research Keywords
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Research theme：Transformative learning
Keyword：critical thinking, reflection, lifelong learning, experiential learning, learner-centered pedagogy, holistic education
Research period： 2020.4 - Present
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Research theme：Foreign language learning motivation
Keyword：learner resistance, learner engagement, mixed-states motivation, demotivation, linguaculture, dynamic motivation
Research period： 2017.4 - Present
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Research theme：global human resources development
Keyword：foreign language learning, intercultural development, intercultural education, intercultural communication, curriculum development
Research period： 2013.4 - Present
Awards
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2018.3 Erasmus+ (European Community Action Scheme for the Mobility of University Students) Developing global human resources: A learner-centered approach for university students
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学長が直接選考する長崎大学教員
2017.6
Papers
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A transformative approach to developing global human resources: An interdisciplinary framework to promote personalised learning in Japanese universities Reviewed International journal
Fritz, R.
e-mentor 104 ( 2 ) 34 - 43 2024.5 （ ISSN:1731-6758 eISSN:1731-7428 ）
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Miyafusa, S., Fritz, R., Shaules, J., Schmidt., G.
Bulletin of Toyo Gakuen University 31 50 - 64 2023.2
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Transformative learning: Investigating perspective changes towards developing global human resources in a virtual exchange project Reviewed International coauthorship International journal
Fritz, R., & Marchewka, M.
Innovations in Education and Teaching International 61 ( 2 ) 370 - 384 2023.1 （ ISSN:1470-3297 ）
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Experiencing diversity and English as a Lingua Franca: Japanese University students in Bangkok Reviewed International journal
Nowlan, A., & Fritz, R.
TESOL Communications 2 ( 1 ) 1 - 17 2022.12 （ eISSN:2790-9441 ）
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Fritz, R.
2022.1
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Foreign language and intercultural development in the Japanese context – a case study Reviewed International journal
Fritz, R., & Sandu, R.,
Language and Intercultural Communication 20 ( 6 ) 600 - 620 2020.11 （ ISSN:1470-8477 eISSN:1747-759X ）
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Measuring resistance and engagement: The Linguaculture Motivation Profiler Reviewed
Shaules, J., Fritz, R., & Miyafusa, S.
Teacher Efficacy, Learner Agency 2019 ( 1 ) 92 - 99 2020.8
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Linguaculture Resistance and Learner Motivation Reviewed
Miyafusa, S., Shaules, J., Schmidt, G., & Fritz, R.
Bulletin of Toyo Gakuen University 28 164 - 177 2022.2
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Momentum towards foreign language and intercultural development Reviewed
Fritz, R., & Miyafusa, S.
2016 PanSIG Journal: Innovations in Education 110 - 117 2017.11
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Foreign language learning from a perspective of emotions
Fritz, R.
Proceedings of Nagasaki Language Studies Conference 5 111 - 114 2017.3 （ ISSN:2187-6096 ）
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Miyafusa, S., & Fritz, R.
Gakuen 910 1 - 12 2016.8 （ ISSN:1348-0103 ）
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Fritz, R., & Miyafusa, S.
JACET International Convention Selected Papers 3 123 - 152 2016.8 （ ISSN:2188-8612 ）
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The Benefits and Influential Factors of CLT in the Japanese University Classroom
Fritz, R.
The Journal of Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies 15 171 - 181 2011.12 （ ISSN:1346-4981 ）
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Fritz, R.
Media, English and communication : a journal of the Japan Association for Media English Studies 2 51 - 70 2011.11 （ ISSN:2186-1420 ）
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Corpus Linguistics: Influencing and contributing to the EFL classroom
Fritz, R.
The Journal of Nagasaki University of Foreign Studies 14 201 - 211 2010.12 （ ISSN:1346-4981 ）
Presentations
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Exploring resistance to language learning
Fritz, R., Shaules, J., Schmidt, G., & Miyafusa, S.
JALT 2023 49th Annual International Conference of Language Teaching and Learning Educational Materials Exhibition 2023.11
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Surface engagement and deep resistance: A complex view of learner motivation
Fritz, R., Miyafusa, S.
The 62nd JACET Annual International Convention 2023.8 The Japan Association of College English Teachers
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Engaging and resisting English
Fritz, R
Sojo University Teaching and Learning Forum 2023.2 Japan Association for Language Teaching, NanKyu chapter
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Engagement, resistance and mixed states: Students’ attitudes toward foreign language learning
Schmidt, G., Fritz, R., Shaules, J., & Miyafusa, S.
SIETAR Japan 37th Annual Conference 2022.11 The Society for Intercultural Education, Training, And Research Japan
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Study abroad in Bangkok: Experiences of Japanese university students
Nowlan, A., & Fritz, R.
JALT 2022 48th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition 2022.11 Japan Association for Language Teaching
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Students’ English language learning attitudes: Engagement, resistance and mixed-states
Schmidt, G., Fritz, R., Shaules, J., & Miyafusa, S.
JALT Intercultural Communication in Language Education 2nd Conference 2022.9 Intercultural Communication in Language Education Special Interests Group
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How to develop an intercultural mindset in your daily life Invited
Fritz, R
Seinan Jo Gakuin University English Lectures 2021.11 Seinan Jo Gakuin University
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Developing intercultural understanding from online exchange projects Invited
Fritz, R.
LbE Japan International Understanding Education and Digital Transformation Workshop 2021.11
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Transformative learning: Investigating perspective changes during a virtual exchange project Invited
Fritz, R., & Marchewka, M.
Japan Intercultural Institute Learning Circle 2021.10 Japan Intercultural Institute
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Exploring perceptions of study abroad in ASEAN
Nowlan, A., & Fritz, R
JALT 2020 46th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition 2020.10 Japan Association for Language Teaching
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Study abroad push-pull factors: Japanese students in ASEAN International conference
Nowlan, A., & Fritz, R.
40th Thailand TESOL & PAC International Conference 2020.2 ThaiTESOL
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Linguaculture resistance and learner motivation
Shaules, J., Fritz, R., & Miyafusa, S
JALT 2019 45th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition 2019.11 Japan Association for Language Teaching
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How to use the Linguaculture Motivation Profiler in your context
Shaules, J., Schmidt, G., Miyafusa, S., & Fritz, R.
Japan Intercultural Institute One-day Seminar 2019.6 Japan Intercultural Institute
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Working in education after the JET Programme Invited
Fritz, R
After JET Conference 2019.2 The Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme
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Understanding the issues involved in international exchanges
Fritz, R
4th Nagasaki University International Staff Week 2019.5 Nagasaki University
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Integrating language and intercultural learning: A developmental model
Shaules, J., Fritz, R., Schmidt, G., Miyafusa, S., & Hansford, V.
SIETAR Japan World Congress 2018.8 Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research
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Resistance is normal - an intercultural adjustment perspective on language learner demotivation
Shaules, J., Schmidt, G., Miyafusa, S., & Fritz, R.
3rd Psychology of Language Learning International 2018.6 International association for the psychology of language learning
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Understanding the issues involved in study abroad: A critical perspective
Fritz, R.
3rd Nagasaki University International Staff Week 2018.5 Nagasaki University
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Understanding the issues involved in study abroad: A critical perspective
Fritz, R.
2nd Nagasaki University International Staff Week 2018.2
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Resistance is normal: Barriers to motivation and the psychology of language learning
Shaules, J., Schmidt, G., Miyafusa, S., & Fritz, R.
Japan Intercultural Institute One-day Seminar 2017.12 Japan Intercultural Institute
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Linguaculture approach to meaningful learning
Fritz, R., & Schmidt, G.
JALT 2017 43rdAnnual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition 2017.10 Japan Association for Language Teaching
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Linguaculture learning, theory, research and classroom practice
Shaules, J., Schmidt, G., Miyafusa, S., & Fritz, R.
Japan Intercultural Institute One-day Seminar 2017.6 Japan Intercultural Institute
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Understanding the issues involved in study abroad: A critical perspective
Fritz, R.
Nagasaki University International Staff Week 2017.5
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Linguaculture: Understanding the transformation
Shaules, J., Schmidt, G., Miyafusa, S., & Fritz, R.
JALT 2016 42nd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition 2016.11 Japan Association for Language Teaching
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How do you integrate foreign language and intercultural development?
Fritz, R.
1st Nagasaki University Language Studies Conference 2016.10 Nagasaki University
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"Don't think, feel!" raising awareness of affect within language learning
Fritz, R.
1st Nagasaki University Language Studies Conference 2016.11 Nagasaki University
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Developing a foreign language and intercultural development framework for Japanese university students Invited International conference
Fritz, R.
University of Sheffield Applied Languages and Linguistics Seminar 2016.4 The University of Sheffield
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Momentum to develop intercultural understanding
Fritz, R., & Miyafusa, S.
PanSIG 2016 Special Interests Group of the Japan Association for Language Teaching Conference 2016.5 Japan Association for Language Teaching
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Focusing on motivation to allow students to create their ideal intercultural self
Fritz, R., & Miyafusa, S.
The JACET 54th Annual International Convention 2015.8 The Japan Association of College English Teachers
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The (intercultural) language classroom
Fritz, R.
JALT Nagasaki Chapter 2015.6
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Intercultural communicative competence: The general, the specific and the individual International conference
Fritz, R.
Intercultural Competence in Communication and Education 3rd Annual International Conference 2015.4
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Allowing Japanese students to understand socio-cultural diversity by teaching intercultural communication within Japanese English education
Fritz, R., & Miyafusa, S.
The JACET 53rd Annual International Convention 2014.8 The Japan Association of College English Teachers
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Developing the intercultural communicative competence of Japanese university students International conference
Fritz, R.
International CULTNET Conference 2014.4 Cultnet: Intercultural Community for Researchers and Educators
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Make a start on understanding why differences occur between ALTs and JTEs (and what to do next) Invited
Fritz, R.
Professional Development Call AJET 2014.2 The National Association of Japan Exchange and Teaching
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ALT + JTE + unawareness = intercultural conflict: Using the factors of intercultural communicative competence to understand and alleviate the problems within team teaching relationships in Japan International conference
Fritz, R.
12th Annual Conference International Association for Languages & Intercultural Communication 2013.11 nternational Association for Languages and Intercultural Communication
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Using intercultural communication theories for ALTs and JTEs to successfully understand each other
Fritz, R.
JALT Nagasaki Chapter 2013.11 Japan Association for Language Teaching
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Intercultural communication training: Allowing Japanese students to gain social responsibility on a global scale
Fritz, R.
SIETAR Japan 28th Annual Conference 2013.10 Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research
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Are Japanese school history textbooks distorting history? A critical analysis to uncover embedded ideologies within two media texts
Fritz, R
Media, English and Communication Conference 2012.10 Japan Association for Media Studies
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The role of English in Japan: Understanding “why?” Invited
Fritz, R.
Annual conference for Nagasaki prefecture Assistant Language Teachers and Japanese Teachers of English 2012.11 The Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme
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Developing the intercultural communication competence of Japanese tour guides Invited
Fritz, R.
Nagasaki Interpreters and Tour Guide Association 2011.12 Nagasaki Interpreters and Tour Guide Association
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Advice for translating tourism texts Invited
Fritz, R.
Nagasaki Interpreters and Tour Guide Association 2011.8 Nagasaki Interpreters and Tour Guide Association
Works
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Japan Intercultural Institute
2020.8 - Present
Professional Memberships
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Japan Intercultural Institute
2016.4 - Present
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The Japan Association of College English Teachers
2015.4 - 2024.3
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Society for Intercultural Education, Training and Research
2013.4 - 2016.3
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The Japan Association for Language Teaching
2011.4 - Present
Committee Memberships
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e-mentor Journal Journal Editorial Advisory Board Foreign country
2024.4 - Present
Committee type：Academic society
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Innovations in Education and Teaching Journal Editorial Advisory Board Foreign country
2023.4 - Present
Committee type：Academic society
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Intercultural Communication Language Education Special Interests Group Journal Editorial Advisory Board Domestic
2022.4 - 2023.3
Committee type：Academic society
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Japan Intercultural Institute Learning Circle Organizing Committee Member Domestic
2020.4 - Present
Committee type：Academic society
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Japan Intercultural Institute Japan Intercultural Institute Deep Culture Podcast Team Member Domestic
2020.4 - Present
Committee type：Academic society
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JALT PanSIG 2016 Conference Journal Editorial Advisory Board Domestic
2015.4 - 2016.3
Committee type：Academic society
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Nagasaki University Nagasaki University Faculty of Economics International Coordination Center Domestic
2013.4 - 2020.3
Research Projects
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Profiling mixed motivation: An inquiry into learner resistance and engagement in foreign language learning
2022.4 - 2025.3
JSPS Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C): 22K00714 Foreign language learning motivation
Shaules, J., Schmidt, G., & Miyafusa, S.
Authorship：Principal investigator Grant type：Scientific research funding
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Perceptions of Study Abroad in ASEAN
2018.4 - 2023.3
JSPS Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research: 19K13308 international education
Nowlan, A.
Authorship：Research collaborator Grant type：Scientific research funding
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Linguaculture Resistance and its Effects on Learner Motivation
2017.4 - 2020.3
JSPS Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C): 17K02982 Foreign language learning motivation
Shaules, J., Schmidt, G., Miyafusa, S.
Authorship：Coinvestigator(s) Grant type：Scientific research funding