Personnel Information

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BARBER ZOE ANN-MARIE

Organization
School of Engineering Instructor of English as a Foreign Language
Teaching and Research Fields
My research on special and additional behavioral, social, and emotional education needs, inclusive education, and
diversity in teaching and learning within the EFL (English as a Foreign Language) context focuses on how to
create effective language learning environments for students with varying language abilities, backgrounds, and
needs. It looks at difficulties that can be found diverse classrooms, including learners who may face challenges
such as learning disabilities, mental health challenges, ADHD, illness, or other barriers while learning
English, and on developing strategies to support all students to do their best in the classroom. It also looks at
understanding diverse learning styles and participation modes in the classroom. This includes adapting teaching
methods, using assistive technology, incorporating culturally responsive materials, and fostering inclusive
classroom interactions so that all learners have equal opportunities to succeed in language learning.
Syllabus information URL
https://syllabus.kwansei.ac.jp/uniasv2/UnSSOLoginControlFree?REQ_ACTION_DO=/AGA030PLS01Action.do?REQ_FUNCTION_JUMP_START_FLG=1&SLB_LINK_DISP_FLG=689&TCH_NO=256030&REQ_PRFR_FUNC_ID=AGA030
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  • Degree name:Master （ Education）
    Classified degree field:Humanities & Social Sciences / Foreign language education
    Acquisition way:Coursework
    Date of acquisition:2021.08

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  • Research field:Humanities & Social Sciences / Foreign language education

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Papers 【 display / non-display 】

  • Language: English
    Title: (Re)Conceptualising Classroom Silence and Participation in the Japanese EFL Classroom
    Journal name: JALT PanSIG Journal  vol.2022  (p.8 - 16)
    Date of publication: 2023.02
    Author(s): Zoe Barber

    Field of experts:Humanities & Social Sciences / Education, Humanities & Social Sciences / Foreign language education

  • Title: Digital Literacy of Japanese Students: A Comparison Study Using the European Digital Framework
    Journal name: The Journal of Policy Studies  vol.72  (p.125 - 143)
    Date of publication: 2026.03
    Author(s): Oliver Cakebread-Andrews & Zoe Barber

    Field of experts:Humanities & Social Sciences / Education, Others / Others

  • Title: Transitions from part-time to full-time university teacher: A collaborative ethnography
    Date of publication: 2026
    Author(s): Melissa Hamilton, Daniel King, and Zoe Barber

  • Title: Digital Comfort ≠ Digital Literacy: Unmasking the Critical Thinking Gap in Japanese Learners
    Journal name: Critical Thinking in the Classroom 2025 Conference Proceedings
    Date of publication: 2026
    Author(s): Oliver Cakebread-Andrews and Zoe Barber

    Field of experts:Humanities & Social Sciences / Education, Others / Others

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  • Conference name:Critical Thinking in the Classroom 2025
    Holding date：2025.08
    Presentation date：2025.08.02
    Title:Surface vs. Depth: How Digital Comfort Masks Critical Thinking Deficits Among Japanese Students
    Field of experts:Humanities & Social Sciences / Education, Others / Others

  • Language:English
    Conference name:PanSIG 2025
    International/Domestic presentation:Domestic presentation
    Holding date：2025.05
    Presentation date：2025.05.17
    Title:"Face Needs" and Engagement in the Japanese EFL Classroom
    Field of experts:Humanities & Social Sciences / Education, Humanities & Social Sciences / Foreign language education, Humanities & Social Sciences / Tertiary education

  • Language:English
    Conference name:Osaka JALT ”Back to School” 2025
    International/Domestic presentation:Domestic presentation
    Holding date：2025.04
    Presentation date：2025.04.27
    Title:Bridging barriers: Supporting students with mental health challenges in the language classroom
    Field of experts:Humanities & Social Sciences / Education, Humanities & Social Sciences / Foreign language education, Humanities & Social Sciences / Special needs education

  • Language:English
    Conference name:Osaka JALT ”Back to School” 2025
    International/Domestic presentation:Domestic presentation
    Holding date：2025.04
    Presentation date：2025.04.27
    Title: A Comparison Study of Digital Literacy Among Japanese University Students
    Field of experts:Humanities & Social Sciences / Education, Humanities & Social Sciences / Foreign language education, Humanities & Social Sciences / Tertiary education

  • Language:English
    Conference name:Osaka JALT ”Back to School” 2024
    International/Domestic presentation:Domestic presentation
    Holding date：2024.04
    Presentation date：2024.04.28
    Title:Navigating Face-Threatening Acts: Implications for Pedagogy in EFL Education
    Field of experts:Humanities & Social Sciences / Education, Humanities & Social Sciences / Foreign language education, Humanities & Social Sciences / Tertiary education

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