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RUCYNSKI John Edward
 
Organization
Institute for Promotion of Education and Campus Life Associate Professor
Position
Associate Professor
Profile
My research interests include the role of humor in language education and cross-cultural communication, the integration of language and culture teaching, and content-based instruction. I have co-authored three textbooks for use in English language classes at universities in Japan and edited a book on teaching with and about humor.
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Degree

  • Master of Arts in Teaching ( School for International Training )

Research Interests

  • global Englishes

  • content-based instruction

  • integration of language and culture teaching

  • humor in language learning and cross-cultural communication

Research Areas

  • Others / Others

Education

  • School for International Training    

    2000.9 - 2001.8

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  • ニューヨーク州立大学オスウェゴ校    

    - 1994

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    Country: Japan

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  • 国際協力大学院(インターナショナルトレーニングスクール)    

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    Country: Japan

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Research History

  • Okayama University   Center for Liberal Arts & Language Education   Associate Professor

    2010.4

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  • Doshisha University   Institute for Language and Culture   Assistant Professor

    2008.4 - 2010.3

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  • Kwansei Gakuin University   Intensive English Program   Instructor of English as a Foreign Language

    2004.4 - 2008.3

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  • International Pacific College   English Foundation Program   Visiting Professor

    2002 - 2004

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Papers

  • Humor in the English Language Classroom: Insights from Learners

    John Rucynski

    CUE (College and University Educators) Circular   ( 13 )   2023.12

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  • Exploring Humor and Cultural Differences Through Intercultural Humor Misunderstanding Case Studies Reviewed

    John Rucynski

    Kobe JALT Journal   4 ( 1 )   2023.1

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  • Humor competency training with Japanese learners of English Reviewed

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    Re-envisioning Language Teaching & Learning in Asia (The International Teacher Development Institute)   2023

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  • Is this thing on? Teacher views of incorporating humor into online language classes Reviewed

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    The Language Teacher   46 ( 6 )   2022.10

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    File: Humor Online Teacing TLT.pdf

    DOI: 10.37546/JALTTLT46.6-2

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  • Humor in ELT (Part 3): Online Teaching Techniques

    John Rucynski

    TESOL Connections   2022.8

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  • Encouraging extensive listening through sharing multiple versions of English songs

    John Rucynski

    As We Speak: The Newsletter of the Speech, Pronunciation, and Listening Interest Section (TESOL International Association)   2022.8

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  • Humor in ELT (Part 2): Classroom Techniques

    John Rucynski

    TESOL Connections   2022.6

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  • Come Sail Away: Finding My Passion on the Ship for World Youth

    John Rucynski

    A Passion for Japan: A Collection of Personal Narratives   2022.6

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  • Introduction to A Passion for Japan

    John Rucynski

    A Passion for Japan: A Collection of Personal Narratives   2022.6

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  • Humor in ELT (Part 1): Benefits, Misconceptions, and Risks

    John Rucynski

    TESOL Connections   2022.5

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  • Are You Serious? Teaching Sarcasm, Jocularity, and Other Verbal Irony Invited Reviewed

    Caleb Prichard, John Rucynski

    As We Speak: The Newsletter of the Speech, Pronunciation, and Listening Interest Section (TESOL International Association)   2021.12

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  • All I really need to know about using humor in English language teaching I learned from my students

    John Rucynski

    Teach English as a Foreign Language With a Sense of Humor   2021.10

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  • Implementing humor instruction into English language teaching Reviewed

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    English Teaching Forum   2021.9

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  • The English classroom as "warai no ba": Instructor views on humor and language learning in Japan Reviewed

    Peter Neff, John Rucynski

    International Journal of Education Research Open   2 ( 2 )   100070 - 100070   2021.9

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    File: Warai No Ba Article.pdf

    DOI: 10.1016/j.ijedro.2021.100070

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  • Sarcasm Is Soooo Easy To Understand: Teaching Verbal Irony In The English Language Classroom Invited Reviewed

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    Teach English With a Sense of Humor: Why (and How to) Be a Funnier and More Effective English Teacher and Laugh All the Way to Your Classroom (book)   2021.6

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  • L2 learners' ability to recognize ironic online comments and the effect of instruction Reviewed

    Caleb Prichard, John Rucynski

    System   105   102733 - 102733   2021.1

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    File: System Article_L2LearnersAbilitytoRecognizeIronicOnlineCommentsandtheEffectofInstruction.pdf

    DOI: 10.1016/j.system.2022.102733

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  • Going beyond the surface with pop culture :Using humorous cartoon series to explore social issues in the foreign language classroom Invited Reviewed

    John Rucynski

    Pop Culture in Language Education: Theory, Research, Practice   105 - 118   2020.11

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  • Humor competency training for sarcasm and jocularity Reviewed

    Prichard, C., Rucynski, J.

    Bridging the Humor Barrier: Humor Competency Training in English Language Teaching   165 - 192   2020.3

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  • Training English language learners to recognize English satirical news Reviewed

    Rucynski, J., Prichard, C.

    Bridging the Humor Barrier: Humor Competency Training in English Language Teaching   243 - 268   2020.3

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  • The lost art of postcard writing Reviewed

    John Rucynski, Jr

    New Ways in Teaching with Creative Writing   118 - 120   2020.2

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  • Reactions of Japanese students to a World Englishes approach in a university speaking and listening course Reviewed

    John Rucynski

    Journal of Research and Pedagogy, Volume 5: Global Englishes and Cross Cultural Communication, Otemae University   5   2019.3

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  • Second language learners’ ability to detect satirical news and the effect of humor competency training Reviewed

    Caleb Prichard, John Rucynski

    TESOL Journal   2018

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  • Super glocal education: Exploring and explaining Japanese culture in English classes Reviewed

    John Rucynski

    Japan in the World, the World in Japan: A Methodological Approach December 2016 Symposium Proceedings   19 - 31   2018

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  • Japanese perceptions of humor in the English language classroom Reviewed

    Peter Neff, John Rucynski

    HUMOR-INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HUMOR RESEARCH   30 ( 3 )   279 - 301   2017.8

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    Despite humor's promise as an educational tool in language learning contexts, questions of appropriateness, cultural sensitivity, and student expectations cannot be ignored. This is especially the case in a culture such as Japan where the time and place for humor is often dictated by the social norms of "warai no ba" or "laughter places." In order to better understand the role of humor from the Japanese language learner's perspective, the researchers conducted a survey of 918 university students across Japan to elicit their views on such areas as the importance of humor for language learning and proficiency as well as its significance in understanding cultural differences. Quantitative and qualitative analyses of the results indicate that most participants strongly favored inclusion of humor as part of the classroom experience but that cultural differences must be carefully considered by instructors. Furthermore, while variables such as gender and academic discipline did not have a significant effect on the results, the English proficiency of the participants did, with more proficient learners indicating a greater degree of comfort and cultural understanding from use of in-class humor than those with lesser ability.

    DOI: 10.1515/humor-2016-0066

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  • Designing a collaborative class for international students and Japanese students

    Sueshige, M, Prichard, C, Rucynski, J

    Bulletin of Institute for Education and Student Services, Okayama University   83 - 92   2016

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  • Critical thinking and learning commons: Initial observations and possible applications

    Fast, T, Morioka, A, Prichard, C, Rucynski, J

    Bulletin of Higher Education, Okayama University   ( 10 )   93 - 104   2014

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    Other Link: http://ousar.lib.okayama-u.ac.jp/53176

  • Foreign reactions to Japan as a teaching resource Reviewed

    John Rucynski, Jr

    JALT 2012 Conference Proceedings   393 - 401   2013

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  • Tasks for integrating language and culture Reviewed

    Peter Neff, John Rucynski

    English Teaching Forum   51 ( 2 )   12 - 23   2013

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  • Using the Simpsons in EFL classes Reviewed

    John Rucynski, Jr

    English Teaching Forum   49 ( 1 )   8 - 17   2011

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  • Proper prior planning prevents pitiful projects Reviewed

    John Rucynski, Todd Rucynski

    JALT 2008 Conference Proceedings   698 - 707   2009

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  • Cross-cultural understanding in the EFL classroom Reviewed

    John Rucynski

    JALT 2007 Conference Proceedings   808 - 819   2008

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  • A floating experience Reviewed

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    Essential Teacher   2 ( 1 )   28 - 30   2005

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Presentations

  • Considering the Cultural Context when Incorporating Humor into EFL Classes

    Peter Neff, John Rucynski

    TESOL 2023 International Convention & English Language Expo 

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  • Teacher Sample Paragraphs for Encouraging Creativity and Building Class Community

    John Rucynski

    TESOL 2023 International Convention & English Language Expo 

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  • Analyzing and Researching Misconceptions about Japan through Internet Memes Invited

    John Rucynski

    Education without Frontiers for a Sustainable Future  2024.3.23 

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  • A Framework for Integrating Humor and Task-based Language Teaching

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    28th NELTA International Conference  2024.2.17 

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  • Using Internet Memes to Analyze and Research Misconceptions about Japan

    John Rucynski

    JALT Hokkaido Winter Language Teaching Conference  2024.2.4 

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  • The 4 C’s of Getting EFL Textbooks Published

    John Rucynski

    Japan Writers Conference 2023  2023.10.14 

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  • The why and how of including humor in English language teaching

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff, Caleb Prichard

    International Society for Humor Studies 2023  2023.7.4 

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  • Humor competency training for satirical news

    John Rucynski

    International Society for Humor Studies 2023  2023.7.4 

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  • Navigating the challenges of being an introverted teacher

    John Rucynski

    JALT PanSIG 2023  2023.5.14 

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  • “Reading the room” in Zoom: Challenges and opportunities using humor in synchronous online language education

    Peter Neff, John Rucynski

    American Association of Applied Linguistics (AAAL) 2023 Conference  2023.3.18 

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  • Sarcastic or Sincere? Developing Ability to Recognize Verbal Irony Online

    Caleb Prichard, John Rucynski

    TESOL 2023 International Convention & English Language Expo  2023.3 

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  • Humour as a Double-edged Sword in English Language Teaching: Insights from Learners

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    Australasian Humour Studies Network  2023.2.9 

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  • Japanese University Students’ Views of Humor in English Language Classes

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    JALT 2022 Annual Conference  2022.11.13 

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  • Guiding Learners to Detect Ironic Comments on Social Media

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    JALT 2022 Annual Conference  2022.11.12 

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  • A Passion for Japan: Editing a Collection of Personal Narratives

    John Rucynski

    Japan Writers Conference 2022  2022.10.15 

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  • The Effect of Combining Instruction and Feedback with Tasks in Improving Language Learners’ Media Literacy

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    9th International Conference on Task-based Language Teaching  2022.8.30 

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  • A Framework for Incorporating a Humor-Based Component into Task-Based Language Teaching

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    9th International Conference on Task-based Language Teaching  2022.8.29 

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  • A Passion for Japan Invited

    John Rucynski, Steve McCarty, Carmen Tamas, Kathryn Tanaka

    A Passion for Japan (invited lecture)  2022.7.13 

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  • Exploring the Benefits and Challenges of Using Humor in Online Teaching

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    JALT PanSIG 2022  2022.7.9 

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  • To Joke or not to Joke: Contrasting Views of Humor in Online English Language Classes

    John Rucynski

    Eighth Annual Conference on Global Higher Education at Lakeland University Japan  2022.6.4 

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  • A Passion for Japan: The Long Journey to Calling Japan Home

    John Rucynski, Trevor Raichura, Carmen Tamas, Kathryn Tanaka

    Living on the Edge 2022: Finding Home  2022.5.22 

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  • Using Satirical News to Deepen Awareness of Contemporary Social Issues

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    TESOL 2022 Convention & English Language Expo  2022.3 

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  • Examining Instructor Perceptions of “Classroom” Humor During Online Teaching

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    Global Japan and Academia during Covid-19, University of Hyogo  2022.3 

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  • “Is this thing on??”:Teacher views on incorporating humor into online language classes

    Peter Neff, John Rucynski

    Australasian Humour Studies Network 2022 Conference  2022.2 

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  • "Similar yet Different": Teacher Views of Humor in Online Teaching

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    JALT 2021  2021.11 

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  • Using Humor in Online Teaching: Struggles and Success Stories

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    Teacher Journeys 2021 (JALT TD SIG Conference)  2021.9 

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  • Classroom Humor: The View from Language Instructors

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    53rd Annual Meeting of the British Association for Applied Linguistics  2021.9 

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  • Humor competence in intercultural communication

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    JALT PanSIG Annual Conference  2021.5 

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  • Humor in Cross-cultural Communication: Bond or Barrier?

    John Rucynski

    Living on the Edge 2021 Conference  2021.4 

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  • The Role of Humor in Foreign Language Education and Cross-Cultural Communication Invited

    John Rucynski

    Okayama University Virtual Global Circuit Academic Seminars  2021.3 

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  • Considering the Cultural Context when Incorporating Humor into the Language Teaching Curriculum

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    American Association for Applied Linguistics (AAAL) Annual Conference  2021.3 

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  • Training English Language Learners to Detect English Satirical News

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    TESOL 2021 Convention & English Language Expo  2021.3 

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  • Training Learners to Recognize Sarcasm in Conversation

    Caleb Prichard, John Rucynski

    TESOL 2021 Convention & English Language Expo  2021.3 

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  • Encouraging Extensive Listening through Sharing Multiple Versions of English Songs

    John Rucynski

    TESOL 2021 Convention & English Language Expo  2021.3 

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  • Energize your English Classes with Humor Competency Training

    John Rucynski

    Nagoya JALT Monthly Meeting  2021.2 

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  • Training Japanese Learners of English to Recognize Verbal Irony in Conversation

    Caleb Prichard, John Rucynski

    Australasian Humour Studies Network 2021 Conference  2021.2 

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  • Using Cross-cultural Humour Misunderstanding Case Studies in the Foreign Language Classroom

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    Australasian Humour Studies Network 2021 Conference  2021.2 

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  • Examining the Role of Humor Competence in Intercultural Communication

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    SIETAR (Society for Intercultural Education, Training, and Research) Japan Annual Conference  2020.11 

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  • University Teacher and Student Views of Humor

    John Rucynski

    JALT PanSIG Annual Conference  2020.6 

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  • Using Foreign-made Documentaries about Japan as a Basis for Intercultural Discussions

    John Rucynski

    Multicultural Japan: Effective Methodologies for Teaching Language and Culture to Japanese University Students" Symposium  2019.12 

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  • Training English Language Learners to Detect English Satirical News

    Rucynski, J., Neff, P.

    The Applied Linguistics Conference  2019.11 

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  • Satirical News for Information and Media Literacy

    Prichard, C., Rucynski, J.

    JALT International Convention  2019.11 

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  • Student Reactions to a World Englishes Approach

    John Rucynski

    JALT International Convention  2019.11 

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  • Humor in the Language Classroom: Insights from Learners and Educators

    Neff, P., Rucynski, J.

    The Applied Linguistics Conference  2019.11 

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  • The Methodological Challenge of Incorporating Humor Competency Training into the English Language Teaching Curriculum: Case Study of English Satirical News

    Rucynski, J., Prichard, C.

    Professionals and Research in Applied Linguistics 2019 Congress  2019.6 

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  • Student Reactions to a Global English Approach

    John Rucynski

    JALT PanSig  2019.5 

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  • The Efficacy of Humor Competency Training in Second and Foreign Language Teaching

    Rucynski, J., Prichard, C.

    American Association of Applied Linguistics 2019  2019.3 

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  • Incorporating Humor Competence Training into the Language Learning Curriculum

    John Rucynski

    TESOL Convention  2019.3 

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  • Creating Materials With a Focus on the Students’ Native Culture

    John Rucynski

    TESOL Convention  2019.3 

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  • Using Truth or Lie? Icebreakers to Introduce Critical Reading Strategies

    John Rucynski

    TESOL Convention  2019.3 

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  • New Ways in Teaching with Humor Invited

    John Rucynski

    TESOL Convention  2019.3 

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  • Training Learners of English to Recognize Verbal Irony

    Prichard, C., Rucynski, J.

    American Association of Applied Linguistics 2019  2019.3 

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  • The Humor Barrier in Foreign Language Acquisition International conference

    John Rucynski

    Multilingual Awareness and Multilingual Practices  2018.11 

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  • Reactions of Japanese Students to a World Englishes Approach in a University Speaking and Listening Course

    John Rucynski

    World Englishes, Bilingualism, and Cross-Cultural Education in Japan  2018.10 

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  • Cultural Considerations of Implementing Humor into the Language Learning Curriculum: Case Study of English Language Courses at Universities in Japan International conference

    John Rucynski, Peter Neff

    20th International Congress of Linguists  2018.7 

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  • Using Documentaries about Japan as a Springboard for Intercultural Discussions

    John Rucynski

    Japan in the World, the World in Japan: A Methodological Approach  2018.3 

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  • Integrating Language and Culture Teaching with a Focus on the Students’ Native Culture

    John Rucynski

    Hiroshima JALT 2017 Conference and Book Fair  2017.12 

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  • Detecting Satirical News: A New Competency for English Language Learners in our Digitalized World International conference

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    2017 Association for Teacher Education in Europe Annual Conference  2017.10 

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  • Focusing on Japanese Culture in English Classes for Japanese Students International conference

    John Rucynski

    Japan: Pre-Modern, Modern, and Contemporary Symposium  2017.9 

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  • Using Humor to Enhance Language and Culture Instruction Invited

    John Rucynski

    TESOL International Association Online Webinar  2017.9 

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  • Detecting Online Satirical News: New Competency in the Digital World International conference

    John Rucynski, Caleb Prichard

    15th Asia TEFL International Conference  2017.7 

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  • Building Bridges through Collaborative Projects between Japanese and International Students International conference

    John Rucynski

    The Fourth Annual Conference on Global Higher Education  2017.6 

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  • New Ways of Teaching with Humor to Enrich Your Classroom Invited International conference

    John Rucynski

    TESOL 2017 Convention  2017.3 

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  • Fake News or Odd News?: Analyzing Japanese English Speakers’ Difficulty in Detecting Satire International conference

    John Rucynski

    American Association of Applied Linguistics (AAAL) 2017  2017.3 

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  • Super Glocal Education: Exploring and Explaining Japanese Culture in English Classes Invited

    John Rucynski

    2nd “Japan in the World, the World in Japan: A Methodological Approach” Symposium  2016.12 

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  • Using Memes to Provide Insight into Language, Culture, and Humor

    John Rucynski

    New York State TESOL 46th Annual Conference  2016.11 

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  • Stereotypes in Humor: From Taboo to Teaching Tool International conference

    John Rucynski

    JALT 42nd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition  2016.11 

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  • Transforming Humor in ELT from Ha-Ha to Aha International conference

    John Rucynski

    JALT 42nd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition  2016.11 

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  • Using Satirical News for Increasing Media Literacy

    John Rucynski

    New York State TESOL 46th Annual Conference  2016.11 

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  • Designing Japan-Specific Teaching Materials in a Borderless Era International conference

    John Rucynski

    55th International JACET Convention  2016.9 

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  • Humor as a Medium for Cultural Education: Views from English Language Learners International conference

    John Rucynski

    International Society for Humor Studies 2016 Conference  2016.6 

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  • Real-World English: Creating Listening Materials for Exposing Students to Varieties of English

    John Rucynski

    中国・四国地区大学教育研究会  2016.6 

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  • Training English Language Learners to Comprehend and Respond to Humorous Memes International conference

    John Rucynski

    International Society for Humor Studies 2016 Conference  2016.6 

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  • Using Humor as a Springboard for Exploring Cultural Boundaries in Language Classes International conference

    John Rucynski

    4th International Conference on Language, Education, and Diversity  2015.11 

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  • Factors Influencing EFL Learners' Reaction to Language Tasks International conference

    John Rucynski

    6th International Conference on Task-Based Language Teaching  2015.9 

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  • Humor-Based Classroom Tasks for Fostering Students' Real-World Cross-Cultural Competence International conference

    John Rucynski

    6th International Conference on Task-Based Language Teaching  2015.9 

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  • Global Skills in Language Education from Policy Maker, Teacher, and Student Perspectives International conference

    John Rucynski

    Bridging Language Acquisition and Language Policy Symposium  2015.6 

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  • Think Global, Start Local: Focusing on Japanese Culture in English Language Classes International conference

    John Rucynski

    2015.6 

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  • Teaching Digital Literacy, Culture, and Humor through Internet Memes International conference

    John Rucynski

    TESOL 2015 International Convention & English Language Expo  2015.3 

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  • Borderline Funny: Humor in Language Education International conference

    John Rucynski

    JALT 40th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition  2014.11 

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  • Stereotypes in Humor as a Springboard for Cross-Cultural Discussions International conference

    John Rucynski

    44th Annual New York State TESOL Conference  2014.11 

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  • Targeting English to Students' Interest in Jobs and Work International conference

    John Rucynski

    JALT 40th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition  2014.11 

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  • "American Joke": How Japanese Students Perceive Humor in the Language Classroom International conference

    John Rucynski

    Hokkaido Language Teaching Conference  2014.9 

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  • Preparing Students for the Global Job Market with Work-Focused English International conference

    John Rucynski

    JACET 53rd International Convention  2014.8 

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  • Measuring Various Cultural Limits of Humor in Language Classes International conference

    John Rucynski

    Australasian Humour Studies Network Conference  2014.2 

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  • Integrating Language and Culture Teaching in EFL Classes International conference

    John Rucynski

    Second International Symposium on Language and Communication  2013.11 

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Awards

  • Okayama University Teaching Award

    2023.9  

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  • Okayama University Teaching Award (SDGs Promotion Course)

    2020.9  

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  • Okayama University Teaching Award (Active Learning)

    2018.9  

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  • Okayama University Teaching Award (Course Evaluations)

    2016.9  

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Research Projects

  • Evaluating the effectiveness of humor training on engaging in humor in online communication

    Grant number:23K00675  2023.04 - 2026.03

    Japan Society for the Promotion of Science  Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research  Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)

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    Grant amount:\4030000 ( Direct expense: \3100000 、 Indirect expense:\930000 )

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  • The Role of Instruction and International Communication in the Development of Humor Competency in a Foreign Language

    Grant number:19K00909  2019.04 - 2022.03

    Japan Society for the Promotion of Science  Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)  Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)

    RUCYNSKI John (PI), PRICHARD Caleb (Co-I)

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    Authorship:Principal investigator 

    Grant amount:\3900000 ( Direct expense: \3000000 、 Indirect expense:\900000 )

    I will summarize the first year achievements in three categories.
    1. Publishing: The Principal Investigator (PI) and Co-Investigator (Co-I) completed editing a book on the theme of humor competency training in English language teaching. In addition, the PI and Co-I co-authored two chapters in this volume.
    2. Conference Presentations: The PI gave academic presentations at two international and one domestic conference, with the Co-I co-presenting for two of these presentations.
    3 New Research Planning: Progress was made in two areas. First, the PI implemented and taught a course entitled "Humor and Cross-Cultural Communication" to Japanese and international students. Second, the PI and Co-I developed a survey designed to measure perceptions of Japanese students during study abroad.

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  • Evaluating the effectiveness of humor training in language education

    2016.04 - 2019.03

    Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) 

    Rucynski John, Prichard Caleb

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  • The role of humor in language education

    2013.04 - 2016.03

    Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C) 

    Rucynski John, Namba Ayako

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  • A Passion for Japan: Living, Working, and Thriving in Japan (2023academic year) Fourth semester  - 月7~8

  • Foreign Perspectives of Japan through Documentaries (2023academic year) 1st semester  - 木7~8

  • Humor and Cross-Cultural Communication (2023academic year) Third semester  - 金7~8

  • Presentation skills (2023academic year) Late  - 月3

  • English Communication: Healthy & Sustainable Societies 1 (2023academic year) 1st semester  - 月3~4

  • English Communication: Healthy & Sustainable Societies 1 (2023academic year) Second semester  - 月3~4

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  • Advanced English(IRC) (2023academic year) Third semester  - 木7~8

  • English (Speaking)-1 (2023academic year) 1st semester  - 月6

  • English (Speaking)-2 (2023academic year) Second semester  - 月6

  • English (Writing)-1 (2023academic year) 1st semester  - 木5

  • English (Writing)-1 (2023academic year) 1st semester  - 木6

  • English (Writing)-2 (2023academic year) Second semester  - 木5

  • English (Writing)-2 (2023academic year) Second semester  - 木6

  • English (Listening)-1 (2023academic year) Third semester  - 木3

  • English (Listening)-1 (2023academic year) Third semester  - 木6

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  • English (Listening)-2 (2023academic year) Fourth semester  - 木3

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  • English (Listening)-2 (2023academic year) Fourth semester  - 木4

  • English (S&L)-1 (2023academic year) 1st semester  - 火1~2

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  • English (S&L)-2 (2023academic year) Fourth semester  - 金3~4

  • Foreign Perspectives of Japan through Documentaries (2022academic year) 1st semester  - 木7~8

  • Humor and Cross-Cultural Communication (2022academic year) Third semester  - 木7~8

  • Presentation skills (2022academic year) Late  - 月3

  • English Communication: Healthy & Sustainable Societies 1 (2022academic year) 1st semester  - 月3~4

  • English Communication: Healthy & Sustainable Societies 1 (2022academic year) Second semester  - 月3~4

  • Advanced English (2022academic year) 1st semester  - 木7~8

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  • Advanced English(IGS) (2022academic year) Third semester  - 月7~8

  • Advanced English(IGS) (2022academic year) Second semester  - 月7~8

  • English (Speaking)-1 (2022academic year) 1st semester  - 月6

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  • English (Writing)-2 (2022academic year) Second semester  - 木5

  • English (Listening)-1 (2022academic year) Third semester  - 木3

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  • English (Integrated English)-1 (2022academic year) 1st semester  - 火5~6

  • English (Integrated English)-2 (2022academic year) Second semester  - 火5~6

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  • English (S&L)-2 (2022academic year) Second semester  - 火1~2

  • English (S&L)-2 (2022academic year) Fourth semester  - 金3~4

  • American Social Issues through the Lens of Humor (2022academic year) Late  - 月2

  • Foreign Perspectives of Japan through Documentaries (2021academic year) 1st semester  - 木7~8

  • Materials Evaluation in TESOL (2021academic year) Prophase  - 火2

  • English Communication: Healthy & Sustainable Societies 1 (2021academic year) 1st semester  - 月3~4

  • English Communication: Healthy & Sustainable Societies 1 (2021academic year) Second semester  - 月3~4

  • Advanced English (2021academic year) 1st semester  - 月7~8

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  • Advanced English (2021academic year) 1st semester  - 木7~8

  • English (Speaking)-1 (2021academic year) 1st semester  - 月6

  • English (Speaking)-2 (2021academic year) Second semester  - 月6

  • English (Writing)-1 (2021academic year) 1st semester  - 木3

  • English (Writing)-1 (2021academic year) 1st semester  - 木6

  • English (Writing)-1 (2021academic year) 1st semester  - 木5

  • English (Writing)-2 (2021academic year) Second semester  - 木3

  • English (Writing)-2 (2021academic year) Second semester  - 木6

  • English (Writing)-2 (2021academic year) Second semester  - 木5

  • English (S&L)-1 (2021academic year) 1st semester  - 火1~2

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  • English (S&L)-2 (2021academic year) Second semester  - 火1~2

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  • English Communication: Healthy & Sustainable Societies 1 (2020academic year) 1st semester  - 月3,月4

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  • Integrated English 5 (Writing) 2 (2020academic year) Fourth semester  - 火5,火6

  • Integrated English 5 (Reading) 2 (2020academic year) Fourth semester  - 火5,火6

  • English Communication 6-2 (2020academic year) Fourth semester  - 火5,火6

  • English (Speaking)-1 (2020academic year) 1st semester  - 月6

  • English (Speaking)-1 (2020academic year) Third semester  - 月4

  • English (Speaking)-1 (2020academic year) Third semester  - 月3

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  • English (Speaking)-2 (2020academic year) Fourth semester  - 月3

  • English (Writing)-1 (2020academic year) 1st semester  - 木5

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  • English (Writing)-2 (2020academic year) Fourth semester  - 木5

  • English (Writing)-2 (2020academic year) Second semester  - 木6

  • English (Listening)-1 (2020academic year) 1st semester  - 木3

  • English (Listening)-1 (2020academic year) Third semester  - 木4

  • English (Listening)-1 (2020academic year) Third semester  - 木3

  • English (Listening)-2 (2020academic year) Second semester  - 木3

  • English (Listening)-2 (2020academic year) Fourth semester  - 木4

  • English (Listening)-2 (2020academic year) Fourth semester  - 木3

  • English (Composition and Grammar)-2 (2020academic year) Second semester  - 金1,金2

  • English (Composition and Grammar)-2 (2020academic year) Fourth semester  - 火5,火6

  • English (Reading)-2 (2020academic year) Second semester  - 金1,金2

  • English (Reading)-2 (2020academic year) Fourth semester  - 火5,火6

  • English (R&W)-1 (2020academic year) 1st semester  - 金5,金6

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  • English (S&L)-2 (2020academic year) Second semester  - 火5,火6

  • American Social Issues through the Lens of Humor (2020academic year) Prophase  - 月3

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