Ssubitokobicchi Roba-To

Researcher Information

Affiliation

Department of Language Studies Associate Professor

URL

https://jglobal.jst.go.jp/detail?JGLOBAL_ID=201301083782786923

J-Global ID

• 201301083782786923

Research Interests

• comprehensibility   AI language assessment   HVPT   phonology   speaking fluency   feedback   e-learning   shadowing   active learning   game-based learning   mobile assisted language learning (MALL)   

Research Areas

• Humanities & social sciences / Foreign language education / Phonological perception; HVPT; AI raters; Comprehensibility
• Humanities & social sciences / Foreign language education / digital materials development
• Humanities & social sciences / Linguistics / speaking fluency
• Humanities & social sciences / Primary/secondary education and curricula / mobile assisted language learning

Academic & Professional Experience

• 2021/04 - Today  Teikyo UniversityFaculty of Languages and Cultures Department of Foreign LanguagesAssociate Professor
• 2014/04 - Today  Meiji UniversitySchool of Interdisciplinary Mathematical SciencesPart-time lecturer
• 2012/04 - 2021/03  Tokai UniversityLecturer
• 2007/09 - 2012/03  Seinan UniversityPart-time lecturer
• 2007/04 - 2012/03  Cyber UniversityAssociate professor
• 2004/04 - 2011/03  Chikushi JogakuenPart-time lecturer
• 2005/04 - 2007/03  Kurume Institute of TechnologyLecturer
• 2002/07 - 2004/03  Translation FactoryTranslator, editor
• 1999/07 - 2002/06  Miyakonojo City HallInternational Relations Coordinator
• 1998/01 - 1999/06  National Research Center of Canada (Vancouver)Technical Engineer
• 1994/09 - 1997/10  Metz CommunicationsInstructor, Materials coordinator

Education

• 2005/10 - 2009/08  Temple University  Department of Education  Master of Science in Education (Curriculum, Instruction and Technology in Education)
• 1992/09 - 1994/11  University of Alberta  Department of Mining, Metallurgical and Petroleum Engineering  Master of Science in Metallurgical Engineering
• 1988/09 - 1992/06  University of Windsor  Department of Mechanical Engineering  Bachelor of Applied Science Honors Mechanical Engineering with Materials minor

Association Memberships

• JALTCALL Special Interest Group   The Japan Association of College English Teachers (JACET)   The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)   eLearning Guild   Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)   

Research Activity Information

Published Papers

• An overview of team teaching in Japanese English education: A literature review of successes, challenges, and future directions

  Cvitkovic, R.; Kita, Y.

  Teikyo Journal of Language Studies 16 119 - 150 2025/03 [Refereed]
  
• Student perceptions of elicited imitation and shadowing for improving L2 speaking skills

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Teikyo Journal of Language Studies 15 195 - 218 2024/03 [Refereed]
  
• A New Instrument to Measure Educational App Value

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Teikyo Journal of Language Studies 帝京大学 14 (14) 137 - 159 1882-4579 2023/03 [Refereed]
  
• AI is on track to take us one billion meters from today

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Mind, Brain, and Education Think Tank: ChatGPT JALT Mind, Brain, and Education SIG 9 (3) 21 - 25 2023/03 [Refereed]
  
• Micro-learning: Measuring platform proficiency with an English Language Learning app

  Praver, M., Cvitkovic, R., Haswell, C.

  Meijo University: Journal of the faculty of foreign studies Meijo University 2021 (4) 33 - 43 2433-8176 2021/03 [Refereed]
  
• Learner autonomy vs. guided reflection: How different methodologies affect intercultural development in online intercultural exchange

  Flowers, S., Kelsen, B., Cvitkovic, R.

  ReCALL European Association for Computer Assisted Language Learning 31 (3) 221 - 237 2019/09 [Refereed]
  
• Strategies for a Successful Grant Proposal: 4

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  The Language Teacher The Japan Association for Language Teachers 42 (5) 41 - 46 2018/09 [Refereed]
  
• Strategies for a Successful Grant Proposal: 3

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  The Language Teacher The Japan Association for Language Teachers 42 (4) 42 - 46 2018/07 [Refereed]
  
• Strategies for a Successful Grant Proposal: 2

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  The Language Teacher The Japan Association for Language Teachers 42 (3) 29 - 33 2018/05 [Refereed]
  
• Strategies for a Successful Grant Proposal: 1

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  The Language Teacher The Japan Association for Language Teachers 42 (2) 36 - 39 2018/03 [Refereed]
  
• Digital flashcard L2 Vocabulary learning out-performs traditional flashcards at lower proficiency levels: A mixed- methods study of 139 Japanese university students

  Ashcroft, R., Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  The EuroCALL Review European Association for Computer Assisted Language Learning 26 (1) 14 - 28 1695-2618 2018/03 [Refereed]
  
• Student Perspectives on ESL Digital Learning Environments

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Bulletin of the Centre for International Education, Tokai University Tokai University 37 33 - 41 2017/10 [Refereed]
  
• The Impact of High-Density Automated Feedback and Multimedia Features on Vocabulary Recall

  Praver, M., Cvitkovic, R.

  Meijo University: Journal of the faculty of foreign studies Meijo University 115 (53) 17 - 33 0287-8224 2017/05 [Refereed]
  
• Measuring the Instructional Efficiency of Three English Language App Tasks: A Comparison of their Effectiveness

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  Bulletin of the International Education Center, Tokai University Tokai University 37 1 - 16 2432-6445 2017/03 [Refereed]
  
• Media English (Livecode Programming): Student projects with LiveCode

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Collection of reports on the use of information systems Tokai University 40 39 - 40 2016/03 [Refereed]
  
• Media English: Report on Classroom activities. A CLIL classroom – Teaching English through Programming

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Collection of reports on the use of information systems, Tokai University Comprehensive Information Centre Tokai University 39 47 - 48 2015/03 [Refereed]
  
• Online Language Course Administration at Cyber University: A Case Study of a Course Using an Existing Textbook

  Sakamoto, Y., Handa, J., Cvitkovic, R.

  Japan Society for Educational Technology 26th Annual Conference Japan Society for Educational Technology 26 483 - 485 2010/08 [Refereed]
  
• A Scenario-Based English Writing Course

  Handa, J., Sakamoto, Y., Cvitkovic, R.

  Japan Society for Educational Technology 26th Annual Conference Japan Society for Educational Technology 26 677 - 678 2010/08 [Refereed]
  
• Online Language Course Development at Cyber University: Focusing on the resources of Teaching Materials

  Sakamoto, Y., Handa, J., Cvitkovic, R.

  Japan Society for Educational Technology 25th Annual Conference Japan Society for Educational Technology 25 845 - 846 2009/11 [Refereed]
  
• How Perceived Value and Interest of VOD Content can affect Attrition and Learning

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Japan Society for Educational Technology 25th Annual Conference Japan Society for Educational Technology 25 1005 - 1006 2009/11 [Refereed]
  
• Anonymity in Computer-Mediated Communication in Japanese and Western Contexts

  Bovee, N., Cvitkovic, R.

  Cyber University Bulletin Cyber University 3 (2) 41 - 52 1883-1079 2009/03 [Refereed]
  
• Case study: Two late start near-native English speakers

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Proceedings of the Temple University and Fukuoka JALT 3rd Annual Applied Linguistics Colloquium The Japan Association for Language Teachers 3 63 - 72 2008/03 [Refereed]
  
• Autonomy & motivation in distance learning

  Cvitkovic, R., Sakamoto, Y.

  Cyber University Bulletin Cyber University 2 173 - 180 2008/03 [Refereed]
  
• Effective listening in the LL lab: Shadowing

  Cvitkovic, R.

  TUJ Studies in Applied Linguistics: The English Sound System - Theory and Practice Temple University 49 1 - 10 2007/06 [Refereed]
  
• SLA Theory of Theories

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Cyber University Bulletin, Inaugural Issue Cyber University 1 97 - 101 2007/03 [Refereed]
  
• Expressing future time: Alternatives to Will and Be going to

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Temple University Japan Studies in Applied Linguistics: An anthology of grammar activities Temple University 47 17 - 28 2007/02 [Refereed]
  
• Putting theory into practice: Combining multiple intelligences with drama

  Cvitkovic, R., Dailey, M.

  Proceedings of the Temple University/ Fukuoka JALT 1st Annual Applied Linguistics Colloquium The Japan Association for Language Teachers 1 49 - 58 2006/06 [Refereed]
  
• Is near nativeness attainable for post CP learners?

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  Proceedings of the Temple University/ Fukuoka JALT 1st Annual Applied Linguistics Colloquium The Japan Association for Language Teachers 1 87 - 94 2006/06 [Refereed]
  
• Tool wear monitoring for routing MDF

  Ko, P.L., Liu Z.S., Cvitkovic, R.

  Wood Science and Technology Society of the advancement of Wood Machining 35 (6) 563 - 569 2001/11 [Refereed]
  
• Understanding Grass Roots Internationalization

  Cvitkovic, R.

  2001 Edition JET Journal JET Program 2001 36 - 42 2001/06 [Refereed]
  
• Parametric studies in orthogonal machining MDF

  Ko, P.L., McKenzie, W., Cvitkovic, R.

  Proceedings of the 14th Int'l Wood Machining Seminar Society of the advancement of Wood Machining 1999 1 - 12 1999/09 [Refereed]
  
• Influences of Back Microbevel on Orthogonal Wood Cutting

  Deces-Pitit., Ko, P., Cvitkovic, R.

  Proceedings of the 14th Int'l Wood Machining Seminar Society of the advancement of Wood Machining 1999 397 - 405 1999/09 [Refereed]
  
• Towards a model predicting cutting forces and surface quality in routing layered boards

  McKenzie, W. M., Ko, P., Cvitkovic, R.

  Proceedings of the 14th Int'l Wood Machining Seminar Society of the advancement of Wood Machining 1999 489 - 497 1999/09 [Refereed]
  
• MoSi2 diffusion barrier for the passivation of copper at elevated temperatures

  Cvitkovic, R., Ivey, D.G, Stiles, J.

  Journal of Material Science Society of Material Science 30 (21) 5415 - 5426 1995/06 [Refereed]
  

Books etc

• Phonics C Sight Words with sentences 2

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)2021/02 132 132
• Phonics C Sight Words with sentences 1

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)2021/02 132 132
• Phonics B Sight Words with sentences 2

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)2021/02 118 118
• Phonics B Sight Words with sentences 1

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)2021/02 118 118
• Phonics A (sentences) workbook

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)2021/02 126 126
• Phonics A (letters) workbook

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)2021/02 120 120
• English Writing Contest 2014

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Tokai University Press 2014/01 52 52
• English Writing Contest 2013

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Tokai University Press 2013/01 50 50
• English Writing Contest 2012

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Tokai University Press 2012/01 42 42
• English Writing Contest 2011

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Tokai University Press 2011/01 44 44
• High Frequency Spoken Idioms

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2010/03 92 92
• Interview Workbook

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2010/02 100 100
• Colors Writing Notes

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Seinan Gakuin University + Coffee Publishing 2010/01 28 28
• Anthology of Romance and Adventure Graded Reader

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2010/01 60 60
• Business English

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2009/03 92 92
• Tsubakura Writing Notes

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Seinan Gakuin University + Coffee Publishing 2009/01 18 18
• Hochikiss Graded Reader

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2009/01 42 42
• English Listening II year 2 level 2

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2008/02 68 68
• English Listening Workbook year 2 level 1 (Second half)

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2008/02 86 86
• English Listening Workbook year 2 level 1 (First half)

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2008/02 94 94
• Secrets Graded Reader

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2008/01 32 32
• Blind Date Graded Reader

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2008/01 18 18
• English Listening I year 1 level 2

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2007/03 68 68
• English Listening I year 1 level 1

  Robert Cvitkovic (Single work)Cyber University + Coffee Publishing 2007/03 82 82

Conference Activities & Talks

• Empowering First-Year Japanese University Students via ChatGPT: Enhancing ESL Writing and Ethical Awareness

  Omar Massoud; Robert Cvitkovic

  Jalt 2025 Learning, Teaching, Assessing – JALT 50 Years  2025/11  National Olympics Memorial Youth Center  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Training Listening and Speech with AI-Enhanced Audio Tools

  Robert Cvitkovic; Yoko Kita; Omar Massoud

  - Learning, Teaching, Assessing – JALT 50 Years  2025/11  National Olympics Memorial Youth Center  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Modeling Gender-Inclusive Learning: RBG & Ogata

  Yoko Kita; Robert Cvitkovic

  2025 ICLE and GALE SIG Collaborative Conference  2025/09  Keio University, Hiyoshi Campus (Yokohama)  ICLE and GALE SIG
  
• Exploring AI-Generated Synthetic Speech for Perceptual Training and Production Practice

  Bob Cvitkovic; Yoko Kita; Omar Massoud

  JALTCALL2025 - Call for ALL  2025/07  Tokyo University of Science (Katsushika Campus) Lecture Hall Building  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Step-by-Step Approach to Developing English Teaching Proficiency

  Yoko Kita; Robert Cvitkovic

  PanSIG 2025  2025/05  Kanda University of International Studies  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• AI-Powered Segmental Sound Training for EFL Comprehensibility

  Robert Cvitkovic; Yoko Kita; Omar Massoud

  PanSIG 2025  2025/05  Kanda University of International Studies  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• AI-Enhanced Speaking Skills Assessment

  Robert Cvitkovic; Omar Massoud

  JALT National 2024 - Moving JALT into the Future: Opportunity, Diversity, and Excellence  2024/11  Shizuoka Granship, Shizuoka, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• AI Writing Advancement: ChatGPT, Skills & Integrity

  Omar Massoud; Robert Cvitkovic

  2024/11  Shizuoka Granship, Shizuoka, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• AI Tools for Quantifying Speaking Assessments

  Robert Cvitkovic

  JALT 2024 Technology in Teaching (Tnt) and Professional Development (PD) Workshops  2024/11  Shizuoka  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Too many voices and too much talking: Can high variability phonetic training be overloaded?

  Ron Thomson; Tracey Derwing; Murray Munro; Bob Cvitkovic

  15th annual Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching  2024/09  Iowa State University, Ames, IA  PSLLT (​​Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching)
  
• AI Integrity in Language Ed

  Omar Massou; Robert Cvitkovic

  JALT PanSIG2024  2024/05  Fukui University of Technology  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• AI in Assessing Speaking Proficiency

  Robert Cvitkovic; Omar Massoud

  PanSIG 2024  2024/05  Fukui University of Technology  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Integrating AI in Language Learning: Balancing Innovation with Integrity

  Omar Massoud; Robert Cvitkovic

  JALTCALL 2024 - The Impact of AI in Language Education  2024/05  Meijo University Dome Mae Campus  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Leveraging AI to Quantify Comprehensibility and Intelligibility in Speaking

  Robert Cvitkovic; Omar Massoud

  JALTCALL 2024: The Impact of AI in Language Education  2024/05  Meijo University Dome Mae Campus  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Unlocking Pronunciation: Data Collection Approaches

  Cvitkovic, R

  49th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching  2023/11  Tsukuba International Congress Center (Epochal Tsukuba)  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Leveraging Technology for Pronunciation Evaluation

  Cvitkovic, R

  49th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition  2023/11  Tsukuba International Congress Center (Epochal Tsukuba), Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• The impact of speech-to-text feedback with shadowing on speaking fluency

  Robert Cvitkovic

  JACET 50th Summer Seminar  2023/08  Meiji University  The Japan Association of College English Teachers
  
• Measuring the extent elicited imitation aids speaking fluency in MALL

  Cvitkovic, R

  JALTCALL: CALLing the Future  2023/06  Kumamoto-Jo Hall, in downtown Kumamoto City  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Measuring elicited imitation on speaking fluency

  Massoud, O; Cvitkovic, R

  JALT PanSIG  2023/05  Kyoto Sangyo University  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Isn’t it time for more elicited imitation textbooks?

  Cvitkovic, R

  JALT PanSIG  2023/05  Kyoto Sangyo University  The Japan Association for Language Teaching (JALT)
  
• Video Recordings and Linguistics Outcomes in a Poster Presentation Course

  Elwood, J.; Kawano, M.; Cvitkovic, R.

  48th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition  2022/11  Fukuoka International Congress Center  The Japan Association for Language Teaching
  
• Improving speaking fluency with speech-to-text shadowing tasks

  Cvitkovic, R.

  48th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition  2022/11  Fukuoka International Congress Center  The Japan Association for Language Teaching
  
• Quickly create effective auto-grading quizzes with Google Sheets+Forms

  Cvitkovic, R.

  48th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition  2022/11  Fukuoka International Congress Center  The Japan Association for Language Teaching
  
• Low Effort, High Return - Auto graded quizzes that make themselves

  Cvitkovic, R.

  JALT2022 Technology in Teaching, Fukuoka  2022/11  Fukuoka International Congress Center  The Japan Association for Language Teaching
  
• Characterizing the Interaction between Speed and Breakdown Fluency in EFL Learners

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 61st JACET International Convention  2022/08  online  The Japan Association of College English Teachers
  
• Measuring the extent speech-to-text shadowing aids speaking fluency in EFL learners using MALL

  Cvitkovic, R.

  13th annual Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching (PSLLT)  2022/06  Brock University, Niagara Falls, Canada  Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching
  
• Quantifying speaking characteristics intermediate Japanese learners

  Cvitkovic, R.

  24th Annual Temple University Japan Campus Applied Linguistics Colloquium  2022/02  Temple Japan, Tokyo campus  Temple University Japan
  
• Measuring the extent speech-to-text can affect speaking performance

  Cvitkovic, R.

  23rd Annual Temple University Japan Campus Applied Linguistics Colloquium  2022/02  Temple Japan, Tokyo campus  Temple University Japan
  
• Training speaking and vocab with microlearning and feedback

  Cvitkovic, R.

  JALT 47th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning, online  2021/11  online  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Can English Bento improve students’ speaking performance?

  Massoud, O; Cvitkovic, R

  JALT 47th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning, online  2021/11  online  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• A speaking & listening app with progress tracking dashboard - workshop

  Cvitkovic, R.

  JALT 47th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning, online  2021/11  online  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Providing high-quality speaking opportunities with micro-learning, feedback and gamification

  Cvitkovic, R.

  JALTCALL2021  2021/06  online  The JALT Computer Assisted Language Learning SIG
  
• Evaluating English Bento: A multi-skill language learning platform

  Massoud, O., Cvitkovic, R.

  JALTCALL2021  2021/06  online  The JALT Computer Assisted Language Learning SIG
  
• Measuring student engagement with an English language learning app

  Praver, M., Haswell, C., Cvitkovic, R.

  International Conference Approaches to Multimodal and Digital Environments: From theories to practices (A-MoDE)  2019/06  University of Rome 'Tor Vergata', Piazza della Pilotta 4, Rome.  A-Mode
  
• Measuring student engagement with an English language learning app

  Praver, M., Haswell, C., Cvitkovic, R.

  International Language in Focus Conference. LIF2019 – 6th  2019/05  Dubrovnik, Croatia  International Language in Focus
  
• Language App Metrics: Patterns & Implications.

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  44rd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2018/11  Shizuoka City, Shizuoka, Japan.  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• MEXT Grant Writing Strategies 2.0

  Praver, M., Cvitkovic, R. (2018).

  44rd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2018/11  Shizuoka City, Shizuoka, Japan.  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• App Architecture for Research and Data Collection

  Cvitkovic, R.

  JALT Technology in Teaching Workshops  2018/11  Shizuoka City, Shizuoka, Japan.  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Study of English Educational App Usage Patterns and Personality Traits

  Cvitkovic, R.

  2018 Korea TESOL International Conference: Focus on Fluency  2018/10  Sookmyung Women’s University, Seoul Korea.  TESOL Korea
  
• An introduction to programming: Basic programming concepts

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Guest Speaker for Technology and Education course  2018/07  Temple University. Masters course. Tokyo, Japan.  Temple University
  
• The structure and design of a research app

  Cvitkovic, R.

  JALTCALL 2018  2018/06  Meijo University, Nagoya, Japan.  The JALT Computer Assisted Language Learning SIG
  
• Usage patterns of an English language learning app

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  JALTCALL 2018  2018/06  Meijo University, Nagoya, Japan.  The JALT Computer Assisted Language Learning SIG
  
• English App Value: A Validation Study

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  43rd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2017/11  Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan.  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• MEXT Grant Writing: Strategies to Get Kakenhi

  Praver, M., Cvitkovic, R.

  43rd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2017/11  Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan.  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• LiveCode: Software for research and education

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Technology in Teaching Workshops  2017/11  Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan.  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Measuring the Instructional Efficiency of Three English Language App Tasks: A Comparison of their Effectiveness

  Praver, M., Cvitkovic, R.

  Association for Teacher Education in Europe  2017/10  Dubrovnik, Croatia.  Association for Teacher Education in Europe
  
• Learning to program. How to set a data collection system for research

  Temple Masters course  2017/06  Temple University. Masters course. Tokyo, Japan.  Temple University
  
• MEXT Grant Writing Strategies

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 19th Temple University of Applied Linguistics Colloquium  2017/02  Temple University, Tokyo campus  Temple University
  
• Measuring the Instructional Efficiency of Three English Language App Tasks

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  The 19th Temple University of Applied Linguistics Colloquium  2017/02  Temple University, Tokyo campus  Temple University
  
• A Correlation Study of Perceived Value and Personality Traits

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  The 19th Temple University of Applied Linguistics Colloquium  2017/02  Temple University, Tokyo campus  Temple University
  
• How to write a successful MEXT Grant

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Tokai University Professional Development Seminar  2016/09  Tokai University  Tokai University
  
• Designing a Custom UI

  Cvitkovic, R.

  LiveCode Developers Conference  2016/08  Edinburgh conference center, Scotland  LiveCode
  
• Vocabulary Flashcards Paper vs Digital

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 41st Annual JALT International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2015/11  Shizuoka, Japan.  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Working with LiveCode: An introduction to programming

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Guest Speaker at Technology and Education. Temple Masters course.  2015/05  Temple University (Tokyo campus)  Temple University
  
• Working with LiveCode: An introduction to programming

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Guest Speaker at Technology and Education. U. of Temple Masters course.  2014/06  Temple University (Tokyo campus)  Temple University
  
• Self-regulated learning that fosters mastery

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Learner Development SIG 20th Anniversary Conference  2013/11  Tokyo, Japan  JALT Learner Development SIG
  
• LiveCode: Creating Apps for your classroom

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 39th Annual JALT International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2013/10  Kobe, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Gamifying a classroom without playing games

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 39th Annual JALT International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2013/10  Kobe, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Student reactions to a Serious Game English Learning Environment: A Qualitative Look

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 15th Annual Temple University Japan Campus Applied Linguistics Colloquium  2013/02  Tokyo, Japan.  Temple University
  
• 3D Casual Game for Learners of English as a Second Language

  Cvitkovic, R.

  DevLearn 2011 Conference and Expo  2011/11  Las Vegas, USA  DevLearn
  
• Raising Task Interest of Unmotivated Students with Perceived Competence and Useful Feedback

  Cvitkovic, R.

  JACET CONVENTION 2011 - The 50th Commemorative International Convention  2011/08  Fukuoka International Convention Center  The Japan Association of College English Teachers
  
• Evaluating your Online Content: Getting Down and Dirty

  Cvitkovic, R., Bovee, N.

  JALTCALL 2011 Conference  2011/06  Kurume, Japan  The JALT Computer Assisted Language Learning SIG
  
• Increasing Engagement Using Game Design Principles

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 36th Annual JALT International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2010/11  Nagoya, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• e-learning: Increasing Motivation through Feedback

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 36th Annual JALT International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2010/11  Nagoya, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Workshop: Are we ready for 3D games? What can they teach us?

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 36th Annual JALT International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2010/11  Nagoya, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Operationalizing Game Design Principles in a 3D Language Learning Simulation

  Cvitkovic, R., Bovee, N.

  Cyber University 2009 Institute Activity Report  2010/04  Tokyo, Japan  Cyber University
  
• How Perceived Value and Interest of VOD Content can affect Attrition and Learning

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Japan Society for Educational Technology 25th Annual Conference  2009/09  Tokyo, Japan  Japan Society for Educational Technology
  
• Case Study: Two Late Start Near-Native English Speakers

  Cvitkovic, R.

  The 3rd Annual Temple University/Fukuoka JALT Applied Linguistics Colloquium  2008/07  Temple University (Fukuoka campus)  Temple University and The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Invited Speaker: Online English Materials - Studying Independently

  Cvitkovic, R.

  Learning English Online - Sponsored by Cyber University  2008/01  Tokyo, Japan  Cyber University
  
• Post CP Learners: How Far Can They Really Get?

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  JALT2006: 32nd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2006/11  Kitakyushu, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• MI Theory + Drama Lessons = Increased Motivation

  Cvitkovic, R., Daily, M.

  JALT2006: 32nd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning  2006/11  Kitakyushu, Japan  The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Putting Theory into Practice: Combining Multiple Intelligences with Drama.

  Cvitkovic, R., Daily, M.

  1st Annual Temple University/Fukuoka JALT Applied Linguistics Colloquium  2006/06  Temple University (Fukuoka campus)  Temple University and The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Is Near Nativeness Attainable for Post Critical Period Learners?

  Cvitkovic, R., Praver, M.

  1st Annual Temple University/Fukuoka JALT Applied Linguistics Colloquium  2006/06  Temple University (Fukuoka campus)  Temple University and The Japan Association for Language Teachers
  
• Influences of Back Microbevel on Orthogonal Wood Cutting

  Deces-Pitit., Ko, P., Cvitkovic, R.

  14th International Wood Maching Seminar  1999/04  Epinal France  14th International Wood Maching Seminar
  
• Tool wear monitoring for routing MDF

  Ko, P.L., Liu Z.S., Cvitkovic, R.

  14th International Wood Maching Seminar  1999/04  Epinal France  14th International Wood Maching Seminar
  
• Parametric studies in orthogonal machining MDF

  Ko, P.L., McKenzie, W., Cvitkovic, R.

  14th International Wood Maching Seminar  1999/04  Epinal France  14th International Wood Maching Seminar
  

Works

• Common Test Prep (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2020/06 -2024/11
• English Gauge Me (Test prep) (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2019/09 -2024/08
• English Bento (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2020/04 -2024/06
• 2Q English Idioms (Test prep) (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2019/03 -2024/05
• 2Q English Grammar (Test prep) (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2019/08 -2024/03
• 2Q Business English (Test prep) (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2019/05 -2023/05
• English Gauge (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2018/05 -2023/04
• Chunky English Vocab (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2015/04 -2021/02
• English Grammar Patch (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2015/03 -2020/04
• Chunky English Fluency (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2015/04 -2019/03
• Show Me (app)

  Robert Cvitkovic Software iOS and Android app stores 2015/01 -2019/02

MISC

• Introductory Vocabulary Speaking Dialogues, Word Lists, and Practice Activities

  Robert Cvitkovic  2023/01
• Speaking Practice with High-Frequency Words: Building Fluency

  Robert Cvitkovic  2023/01
• TOEIC Business Vocabulary Practice Materials: 20 Units

  Robert Cvitkovic  2023/01
• Methods and History of English Education: Student Notes and Worksheets

  Robert Cvitkovic  2022/04
• Pronunciation Notes with Practice Sentences (learn the IPA while completing tasks)

  Robert Cvitkovic  2021/06
• LiveCode Basic Programming Workbook (with examples and sample code)

  Robert Cvitkovic  2015/04
• TED Talk Practice Worksheets (with comprehension checks and answer key)

  Robert Cvitkovic  2014/04
• Vocabulary & Grammar Workbook (with answer key)

  Robert Cvitkovic  2011/04
• Hochikiss Problem Booklet

  Robert Cvitkovic  2011/04
• Warm-up Interview Prompts and Dialog Sheets

  Robert Cvitkovic  2010/04
• Presentation Workbook with Worked Examples

  Robert Cvitkovic  2010/04
• Secret Workbook (with answer key)

  Robert Cvitkovic  2009/04
• Blind Date Workbook (with answer key)

  Robert Cvitkovic  2009/04

Research Grants & Projects

• Quantifying the Effects of High Variability Phonetic Training (HVPT) and AI-Generated Elicited Imitation on EFL Speaking: Assessing Comprehensibility and Intelligibility with Human and AI Raters

  Japan Society for the Promotion of Science：Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research

  Date (from‐to) : 2025/04 -2030/03 

  Author : Principal Investigator Robert Cvitkovic 帝京大学, 外国語学部, 准教授 (00412627) Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha) ボビー ヒロユキ 九州産業大学, 語学教育研究センター, 准教授 (20536247) 喜多 容子 京都ノートルダム女子大学, 国際言語文化学部, 准教授 (70805853) Praver Max 名城大学, 外国語学部, 教授 (60598712)
• A Longitudinal Study of the Relationship between Participation in a Comprehensive Exercise Program and Academic Achievement

  Japan Society for the Promotion of Science：科学研究費助成事業

  Date (from‐to) : 2024/04 -2028/03 

  Author : Principal Investigator Roth Ian 名城大学, 外国語学部, 講師 (60898237) Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha) Praver Max 名城大学, 外国語学部, 教授 (60598712) Robert Cvitkovic 帝京大学, 外国語学部, 講師 (00412627)
• Measuring the extent speech-to-text functionality aids speaking fluency (breakdown & speed-fluency) in EFL learners using a mobile assisted language learning app

  Japan Society for the Promotion of Science：Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research

  Date (from‐to) : 2019/04 -2025/03 

  Author : Principal Investigator Robert Cvitkovic 帝京大学, 外国語学部, 准教授 (00412627) Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha) ボビー ヒロユキ 九州産業大学, 語学教育研究センター, 准教授 (20536247)
• Investigating the Effects of Affect Variables on the Instructional Efficiency of Four Mobile Learning Activities: How Engagement, Interest, and Focus, Affect Mental Effort and Learning Outcomes

  Japan Society for the Promotion of Science：Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research

  Date (from‐to) : 2017/04 -2020/03 

  Author : Principal Investigator; Praver Max; 外国語学部; Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha; Robert Cvitkovic; 国際教育センター; ハズウェル クリストファー; 言語文化研究院
• An Investigation into High-Feedback Engagement Factors in Technology-Enhanced-Learning Materials that tap into the OCEAN Personality Traits of ESL Learners

  Japan Society for the Promotion of Science：Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research

  Date (from‐to) : 2016/04 -2020/03 

  Author : Principal Investigator; Cvitkovic Robert; 国際教育センター; Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha; ボビー ヒロユキ; 九州産業; 語学教育研究センタ; Praver Max; 外国語学部
• The effects of learner specific corrective feedback on language ability

  Japan Society for the Promotion of Science：Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research

  Date (from‐to) : 2015/04 -2019/03 

  Author : Principal Investigator; Wright David; 国際教育センター; Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha; 吉成 雄一郎; 海; 国際教育センター; 藤牧 新; 国際教育センター; 中川 浩; 国際教育センター; Robert Cvitkovic; 国際教育センター
• Grammar structure of L1 language and theri influence and delay of L2 Englsish learning

  Japan Society for the Promotion of Science：Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research

  Date (from‐to) : 2013/04 -2019/03 

  Author : Principal Investigator; Mohri Fumio; 人文学部; Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha; Robert Cvitkovic; ROBERT Cvitkovic; 国際教育センター; 鄭 磊; HOWE Stephen・Mark; HOWE S・M.; Howe S.; 人文学部
• Effects of Technology Enhanced Learning Materials and Engagement Factors on Learning Outcomes and Motivation in SLA

  Japan Society for the Promotion of Science：Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research

  Date (from‐to) : 2015/04 -2018/03 

  Author : Principal Investigator Ashcroft Robert 東海大学, 国際文化学部, 講師 (20631790) Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha) Robert Cvitkovic 東海大学, 国際教育センター, 講師 (00412627) Praver Max 静岡大学, 情報学部, 講師 (60598712) ケランド マイケルジョナサン 東海大学, 国際教育センター, 講師 (50734844) GARNER Joe 国際基督教大学, 教養学部, 特任講師 (80770255) ハディンハム オリバー 立教大学, ランゲージセンター, 教育講師 (30751747) ベイリー リチャード.カーティス 東海大学, 国際教育センター, 講師 (50734852) ダン ジェイムス 東海大学, 国際教育センター, 講師 (30759197)
• Effects of Web 2.0 feedback on SLA & motivation

  Japan Society for the Promotion of Science：Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research

  Date (from‐to) : 2009 -2011 

  Author : Principal Investigator; ROBERT Cvitkovic; 国際文化学部; Co-Investigator(Kenkyū-buntansha; NICHOLAS Bovee; 語学教育研究センタ; SAKAMOTO Yoshie; 国際文化学部

Teaching Experience

Life Design Seminar I+IILife Design Seminar I+II Teikyo University, Faculty of Foreign Languages
English Presentation III+IVEnglish Presentation III+IV Teikyo University, Faculty of Foreign Languages
English Seminar I - VIEnglish Seminar I - VI Teikyo University, Faculty of Foreign Languages
TESOL I+IITESOL I+II Teikyo University, Faculty of Foreign Languages
Idioms I+IIIdioms I+II Teikyo University, Faculty of Foreign Languages
Business English I+IIBusiness English I+II Teikyo University, Faculty of Foreign Languages
Public Speaking I+IIPublic Speaking I+II Teikyo University, Faculty of Foreign Languages
Reading + Writing I+IIReading + Writing I+II Tokai University
Medical English I+IIMedical English I+II Tokai University
ICT English for computer programmingICT English for computer programming Tokai University
TOEFL for Pilots training programTOEFL for Pilots training program Tokai University
Idioms I+IIIdioms I+II Cyber University
Business English I+IIBusiness English I+II Cyber University
Listening I+IVListening I+IV Cyber University

Committee Membership

• 2022/04 - Today   Teikyo University, Faculty of Language Studies, Department of Foreign Languages   Chair of the First-Year Student Survey Committee
• 2022/04 - Today   Teikyo University, Faculty of Language Studies, Department of Foreign Languages   TOEIC-IP Coordinator
• 2024/07 -2025/03   Teikyo University, Faculty of Language Studies, Department of Foreign Languages   Institutional Research committee member
• 2021/04 -2022/03   Teikyo University, Faculty of Language Studies, Department of Foreign Languages   国際交流委員
• 2018/04 -2021/03   Tokai University, English Language Center   Student Information Services Committee
• 2013/04 -2017/03   Tokai University, English Language Center   TOEFL, (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Pilot Training Program
• 2007/04 -2011/03   Cyber University   Chair, English Program TA Coordination Committee
• 2007/04 -2011/03   Cyber University   Curriculum Development Committee

Academic Contribution

• Joint research with Kyoto Notre Dame University (Assoc. Prof. Yoko Kita)

  Date (from-to) :2024/05-Today

  Type: Academic research
• Collaboration with Dr. Ron Thomson (Chair, Applied Linguistics, Associate Graduate Program Director, Brock University, Niagara Falls)

  Date (from-to) :2022/06/01-Today

  Type: Academic research

  Canada and Japan (remote and on-site)
• Joint research with Meijo University (Prof. Max Praver)

  Date (from-to) :2016/01/01-Today

  Type: Academic research
• Joint research with Kyushu Sangyo University (Assoc. Prof. Hiroyuki, Nicholas)

  Date (from-to) :2009/04/01-Today

  Type: Academic research

Others

• 2003/02 日本語能力試験１級合格「財団法人日本国際教育協会」