Academic Work

Most of my research focuses on elements of computer assisted language learning, including hybrid (or blended) learning environments, hyperglossing, mobile assisted language learning, distributed language, new literacies, ecological approaches to learning and teaching, and the interplay between technology and affect in language learning. Also, I design and build websites for language programs, websites as bespoke learning management systems with data collection and data analysis.


Published Work:


Academic Journals:



Publications Online:

Schoonmaker, R. G. (2016). GTI Website. Global Teaching Institute of Tokyo International University. Available online: https://tiugti.com/ (published by Tokyo International University)

Schoonmaker, R. G. et al. (2016). GTI Handbook Website, Global Teaching Institute of Tokyo International University. Available online: https://gtihandbook.com/
(published by Tokyo International University)

Schoonmaker, R.G. et al. (2012) HELP Website, Hawai‘i English Language Program, University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa. Available online: https://manoa.hawaii.edu/eslhelp/ (published by the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa) (current version modified slightly by others)



Minor Publications:

Schoonmaker, R.G. [@tiugti]. (2020, December 7th). The Gift of the Magi: Intermediate Graded Reader. Global Teaching Institute (GTI) of Tokyo International University (TIU). Available online: https://www.instagram.com/p/CIfeOpxhplY/?igshid=15ky2jchhs0go

Schoonmaker, R.G. [@tiugti]. (2020, August 4th to November 13th). The First Five Stories of Beatrix Potter: Intermediate Graded Readers. Global Teaching Institute (GTI) of Tokyo International University (TIU). Serial publication available online: https://www.instagram.com/p/CDd5fnABelv/?igshid=2l58fl527ra4 ; https://www.instagram.com/p/CFjeSqHBU-9/?igshid=1c6iq63i95h7 ; https://www.instagram.com/p/CGIVHL8hUPj/?igshid=153cz1zdnjrrn ; https://www.instagram.com/p/CG9MzYDBucq/?igshid=avdj3r4jk2r2 ; https://www.instagram.com/p/CHhP-__htec/?igshid=18jfmzpf7ql2k .

Schoonmaker, R.G. (2018). Tech Lit (TL): IT Literacy Website. Global Teaching Institute (GTI), Tokyo International University (TIU). Available online: https://tiu.technology/

(In addition to the items above, I have self-published numerous digital media resources to support the study of English as a second language, and I have created numerous resources as part of other publications. Combined, these videos and other materials now have more than 100,000 views and/or downloads)



Self-Published Here:



Academic Presentations and Workshops:

Schoonmaker, R.G. – Essential Tech Resources for the 6 Principles of TESOL – Principles, Pedagogy, and Practice – HI TESOL Annual Conference – Hawaii, USA – February 13th, 2021

Schoonmaker, R.G. – Increasing your Presence when Teaching Online – GTI MyShare Presentations – Tokyo International University, Saitama, Japan – October 7th, 2020

Schoonmaker, R.G. – Tech Workshops: Essential Synchronous and Asynchronous Technologies for Teaching ESL – Tokyo International University, Saitama, Japan – October 3rd and November 14th, 2018

Schoonmaker, R. G., and Zheng, D. – Synchronous and asynchronous co-annotation in hybrid reading circles for second language learners. – Finding Common Ground: Ecological, and Cognitive Perspectives on Language Use. – University of Connecticut, USA – June 12-14, 2014

Schoonmaker, R.G. – Technologies for Teaching English for Academic Purposes – Hawai‘i English Language Program – University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa – August 16, 2013

Schoonmaker, R.G. – Working with Assistant Language Teachers – Eiken Foundation (of Japan) English Teachers Training Course (2012 ) – University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa – August 8, 2012

Schoonmaker, R.G. – Technologies and Activities for Enhancing English Classes – Saga Prefecture Conferences for English Teachers – Several Presentations from 2005 to 2009



Academic Organizations: 

Japan Association of Language Teaching (JALT)

Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) Special Interest Group (SIG) of the Japan Association of Language Teaching (JALT)

International Association for Language Learning Technology (IALLT) Asia-Pacific Association for Computer Assisted Language Learning (APACALL)

Hawai‘i Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (HITESOL)

Distributed Language Group (DLG)