Publications

Journal papers (peer-reviewed)

Neff, P., & Apple, M. (2020). Short-term and long-term study abroad: The impact on language learners' intercultural communication, L2 confidence, and sense of L2 self. Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development, 44(7), 572-588. http://doi.org/10.1080/01434632.2020.1847125

Apple, M., Falout, J., & Hill, G. (2020). The relationship between future career self images and English achievement test scores of Japanese STEM students. IEEE Transactions on Professional Communication, 64(4), 372-385.

http://doi.org/10.1109/TPC.2020.3029662

Shimo, E., Falout, J., Hill, G., & Apple, M. (2019). Balanced and non-balanced possible L2 selves: An attributional study. Asian EFL Journal, 23(6), 74-98.

Apple, M. (2014). The vocabulary and style of engineering research abstract writing. OnCUE Journal, 7(2), 86-102.

Apple, M. (2013a). Using Rasch analysis to create and evaluate a measurement instrument for foreign language classroom speaking anxiety. JALT Journal, 35(1), 5-28. https://doi.org/10.37546/JALTJJ35.1

Apple, M., & Neff, P. (2012). Using Rasch measurement to validate the Big Five Factor Marker questionnaire for a Japanese university population. Journal of Applied Measurement, 13(3), 276-296.

Apple, M. (2011). Autonomy as a predictor of English proficiency. OnCUE Journal, 4(3), 191-216.

Apple, M. (2008a). “How to APA”: A brief introduction to APA style. OnCUE Journal, 2(2), 145-156.

Apple, M., & Kikuchi, K. (2007). Practical PowerPoint group projects for the EFL classroom. JALT CALL Journal, 3(3), 110-122. https://doi.org/10.29140/jaltcall.v3n3.48

Apple, M. (2007). Beginning extensive reading: A qualitative evaluation of EFL learner perceptions. JACET Kansai Journal, 9, 1-14.

Fellner, T., & Apple, M. (2006a.) Developing writing fluency and lexical complexity with blogs. JALT CALL Journal, 2(1), 17-28. https://doi.org/10.29140/jaltcall.v2n1.19

Apple, M. (2005a). Low-level learners and writing backgrounds: A preliminary study. OnCUE, 13(1), 17-20.

Kikuchi, K., & Apple, M. (2005). Listening to learners: Needs analysis in an EFL classroom. Canadian Contents Newsletter, 14(3), 16-17.

Book chapters (peer-reviewed)

Falout, J., Apple, M. T., & Hill, G. (2022). Setting the stage of STEM students’ challenges. In G. Hill, J. Falout, & M. Apple (Eds), STEM English in Japan: Education, innovation, and motivation (pp. 3-28). Palgrave MacMillan. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-11116-7_1

Falout, J., Hill, G, & Apple, M. T. (2022). STEM (and English) in Japan: The big picture. In G. Hill, J. Falout, & M. Apple (Eds), STEM English in Japan: Education, innovation, and motivation (pp. 347-368. Palgrave MacMillan. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-11116-7_16

Apple, M. T. (2022). 言語、アイデンティティ、テクノロジー Genngo, aidenthithi, tekunorojii [Language, identities, and technology]. In K. Wells (Ed.), 多文化理解のための国際英語入門 Tabunka no tame no kokusai eigo nyuumon [Introduction to studies of English languages and cultures] (pp. 172-184). Maruzen Shuppan.

Apple, M. T., & Mills, D. J. (2022). Online Teaching Satisfaction and Technostress at Japanese universities during emergency remote teaching. In C. N. Giannikas (Ed.), Transferring language learning and teaching from face-to-face to online settings (pp. 1-25). IGI Global. DOI:10.4018/978-1-7998-8717-1

Apple, M. T., & Aliponga, J. (2018). Intercultural communication competence and possible L2 selves in a short-term study abroad program. In I. Walker, D. Chan, M. Nagami, & C. Bourguignon. (Eds)., New perspectives on the development of key competencies in foreign language education (pp. 289-307). Berlin: De Gruyter Mouton.

Apple, M. T., & Da Silva, D. (2016). Language learning motivation in Asia: Current trajectory and possible future. In M. T. Apple, D. Da Silva, & T. Fellner (Eds)., L2 selves and motivations in Asian contexts (pp. 228-238). Bristol, UK: Multilingual Matters.

Feller, T., Apple, M. T., & Da Silva, D. (2016). Language learning motivation in Asia: Selves within systems. In M. T. Apple, D. Da Silva, & T. Fellner (Eds)., L2 selves and motivations in Asian contexts (pp. 1-10). Bristol, UK: Multilingual Matters.

Apple, M., Falout, J., & Hill, G. (2013). Exploring classroom-based constructs of EFL motivation for science and engineering students in Japan. In M. Apple, D. Da Silva, & T. Fellner (Eds.), Language learning motivation in Japan (pp. 54-76). Bristol, UK: Multilingual Matters.

Apple, M. (2006a). Developing autonomous habits through Extensive Listening. In E. Skier & M. Koyama (Eds.), Language teaching and autonomy in Japan: Vol. 2, More autonomy you ask! (pp. 33-45). Tokyo: JALT Publications.

Conference proceedings (peer-reviewed)

Hill, G., Falout, J., & Apple, M. (2013). Possible L2 Selves for students of science and engineering. In N. Sonda & A. Krause (Eds.), JALT2012 Conference Proceedings (pp. 210-220). Tokyo: JALT.

Apple, M. (2005b). Portfolio assessment and writing fluency for lower intermediate language learners. In P. McCasland & M. Robertson (Eds.), Proceedings of the JALT CUE and LD SIGs Kobe Mini-Conference (pp. 1-12). Tokyo: JALT Publications.

Apple, M., & Shimo, E. (2005). Learners to teacher: “Portfolios, please!” Perceptions of portfolio assessment in EFL classrooms. In T. Newfields (Ed.), Proceedings of the 2004 JALT Pan-SIG Conference (pp. 53-58). Tokyo: JALT Publications. [Online]

In-house papers (peer-reviewed)

Apple, M. T. (2021). Irish-Canadian intercultural relations in Quebec: An historical overview. Ritsumeikan Studies in Language and Culture [Ritsumeikan Gengo Bunka Kenkyu], 32(4), 113-130.

Apple, M. T. (2018). Sacral kingship and feminine fecundity: Allegorical images of Ireland in Irish Gaelic aisling poetry. Ritsumeikan Studies in Language and Culture [Ritsumeikan Gengo Bunka Kenkyu], 29, 4, 221-234.

Apple, M. (2006b). Language learning theories and cooperative learning activities in the EFL classroom. Doshisha Studies in Language and Culture, 9 (2), 277-301.

Apple, M. (2005c). Extensive reading and the motivation to read: A pilot study. Doshisha Studies in Language and Culture, 8(1), 193-212.

Conference proceedings (non-reviewed)

Apple, M. (2016c). A Rasch Model analysis of the "Four L2 anxieties." In Q. Zhang (Ed.), Pacific Rim Objective Measurement Symposium (PROMS) 2015 Proceedings (pp. 51-70). Springer: Singapore.

Apple, M., Falout, J., & Hill, G. (2012). The L2 motivational selves of technical college students. In H. Terai (Ed.), Proceedings of the International Symposium on Advances in Technology Education 2012 (pp. 189-194). Retrieved from http://isate.kumamoto-nct.ac.jp/isate2012/dl/iste2012_web_proceedingsv2.pdf

Sholdt, G., Lieb, M., & Apple, M. (2009). Does two years of extensive reading alter attitudes toward reading in English? In M. Hood (Ed.), Temple University Japanese Proceedings of the 2008 Applied Linguistics Colloquium (pp. 117-123). Tokyo: Temple University Japan.

Sholdt, G., Apple, M., Martine, L., Lieb, M., & Fellner, T. (2007). Looking for changes in attitude and motivation of L2 learners engaged in extensive reading. In B. Visgatis, & M. Apple (Eds.), Temple University Japan Proceedings of the 2006 Applied Linguistics Colloquium (pp. 81-90). Tokyo: Temple University Japan.

Apple, M. (2005d). Extensive reading and the motivation to read: A preliminary report. In M. Kawate-Mierzejewska, E. Churchill, T. Matikainen, R. Martin, & J. Pielech (Eds.), Temple University Japan Applied Linguistics Colloquium 2005 (pp. 227-236). Tokyo: Temple University Japan.

Apple, M. (2004b). Problems with Japanese public school team-taught classes and methods for introducing “stealth pronunciation” activities. In J. Marvel & R. Romanko (Eds), TUJ Studies in Applied Linguistics (39): Materials for Teaching Pronunciation in the EFL Classroom (pp. 9-25). Tokyo: Temple University Japan.

Apple, M. (2003). Teaching to the text: Reliability versus validity—A Rasch model item analysis of a short, discrete-point grammar test for low-intermediate university language learners. In Y. Kawaguchi & T. Squires (Eds), TUJ Studies in Applied Linguistics (36): Language Assessment (pp. 50-60). Tokyo: Temple University Japan.

In-house papers (non-reviewed)

Apple, M. T. (2023). The Irish in early baseball poetry and song. The Journal of Cultural Studies [Ritsumeikan Bungaku] (Special Issue in Honour of Keiko Wells on the Occasion of Her Retirement), 683, 239-262.

Hill, G., Apple, M., & Falout, J. (2019). EFL motivation and possible selves: A comparison of technical college and university students in Japan. Research Bulletin of Obihiro University [Obihiro Chikusan Daigaku Gakujutsu Kenkyuu Houkoku], 40,95-113.

Apple, M. (2008b). The many uses of Rasch one-parameter analysis in language education. The Journal of Nara National College of Technology [Nara Kougyou Koutou Senmon Gakkou Kenkyuu Kiyou], 44, 93-101.

Fellner, T., & Apple, M. (2006b). Surfing the Wave: A CALL curriculum for writing fluency development. Himeji Dokkyo University Journal of Education [Himeji Dokkyou Daigaku Kyoushoku Katei Kenkyushitsu], 16, 92-106.

Apple, M. (2005e). Introducing extensive reading: Motivation to read and attitudes toward reading. The Journal of the College of Foreign Languages Himeji Dokkyo University [Himeji Dokkyou Daigaku Kiyou], 18, 61-82.

Apple, M. (2004c). Empowering the demotivated learner: Writing portfolios as an alternate means of assessment for false beginner to low intermediate learners of English as a Second or Foreign Language. The Journal of the College of Foreign Languages Himeji Dokkyo University [Himeji Dokkyou Daigaku Kiyou], 17, 85-100.

Edited Books and Journals

Hill, G., Falout, J., & Apple, M. (Eds.). (2022). STEM English in Japan: Education, innovation, and motivation. Palgrave MacMillan.

Apple, M. T., Da Silva, D., & Fellner, T. (Eds.) (2016). L2 selves and motivations in Asian contexts. Bristol, UK: Multilingual Matters.

Apple, M., Da Silva, D., & Fellner, T. (Eds.). (2013). Language learning motivation in Japan. Bristol, UK: Multilingual Matters.

Apple, M., & Hill, G. (Eds.). (February, 2011). OnCUE Journal, 4(2).

Apple, M. (Ed.) (March, 2010). GLoCALL 2009 Conference Proceedings. [Online].

Gunning, J., & Apple, M. (Eds.) (July, 2009). OnCUE Journal, 3(2).

Visgatis, B. & Apple, M. (Eds.) (March, 2007). Temple University Japan Proceedings of the 2006 Applied Linguistics Colloquium. Tokyo: Temple University Japan.

Apple, M., & Shimo, E. (Eds.) (October, 2006). Working Together: Making a Difference in Language Education. Miyazaki, Japan: JALT Publications.

Other publications

Apple, M. T. (In press, 2023). Motivation to learn multiple languages in Japan: A longitudinal perspective. [book review]. Journal of Multilingual and Multicultural Development. https://doi.org/10.1080/01434632.2023.2250955

Apple, M. T. (2021). East Asian perspectives on silence in English language education [book review]. Asian Englishes, 23(3), 334-337. https://doi.org/10.1080/13488678.2020.1867955

Apple, M. T. (2020). All my love, Johnny: Memories and loss in Troy, New York. Horaios Press.

Apple, M. (2020). Contemporary language motivation research: 60 years since Gardner and Lambert (1959) [Book review]. JALT Journal, 42(2), 170-175. https://doi.org/10.37546/JALTJJ42.2

Apple, M. (2016b). International perspectives on motivation [Book review]. JALT Journal, 38(1), 44-46. https://doi.org/10.37546/JALTJJ38.1

Apple, M. (2016a). Exploring EFL fluency in Asia [Book review]. OnCUE Journal, 9(1), 59-63.

Apple, M. T. (2015). Taking leave: An American on paternity leave in Japan. Nagoya, Japan: Perceptia Press.

Apple, M. (2013b). A reply to "A critique to 'Using Rasch analysis to create and evaluate a measurement instrument for foreign language classroom speaking anxiety.'" JALT Journal, 35(2), 210-213. https://doi.org/10.37546/JALTJJ35.2

Hill, G., & Apple., M. (2013). Review of the CUE ESP Symposium—Kansai 2012. The Language Teacher, 37(4), 75-76.

Apple, M. (2004a). Haiku for creative expression and communication. The Language Teacher, 28(8), 30-31.

Doctoral Dissertation Committees

December 3, 2016. Doctoral defense committee member, "Assessing the writing skills of Japanese university students using structural equation modelling," Wakako Kobayashi. Temple University, Japan.

July 12, 2015. Doctoral defense committee member, "Assessing English environment personality and its role in oral communicative competence," Omar Karlin. Temple University, Japan.

Master's Theses Reviewed

April 12, 2019. Victoria Maude Tothill-Brown, “‘Her energy becomes our energy’: Examining the self-efficacy beliefs of beginner learner s of japanese learning with native and non-native instructors.” McGill University, Montreal, Canada.