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Eric Hawkinson

Kyoto University of Foreign Studies, Global Engagement, Faculty Member

The University of Fukuchiyama / 福知山公立大学, Department of Business Administration and Commerce, Faculty Member

Boise State University, Educational Technology, Graduate Student

Kyoto University of Foreign Studies, Department of British and American Studies, Faculty Member

The University of Fukuchiyama / 福知山公立大学, Regional Management, Faculty Member

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文化財の多言語化ハンドブック - Japan Agency for Cultural Affairs Handbook on Multilingualization

文化財の多言語化ハンドブック, 2019

文化財の多言語化を進めている自治体が，どのような点に留意しながら多言語化を行っているのか具体事例を紹介。すぐに対応できるフレーズ集もわかりやすくまとめている。（内容）・文化財の多言語化と... more 文化財の多言語化を進めている自治体が，どのような点に留意しながら多言語化を行っているのか具体事例を紹介。すぐに対応できるフレーズ集もわかりやすくまとめている。

（内容）

・文化財の多言語化とは？
・なぜ多言語化が必要なの？
・外国人と日本人の興味の違い
・英語解説の改善・充実にあたっての視点
・事例紹介等

This publication is targeted at those developing tourism in Japan. The goal is to help those localizing information from Japanese to other languages in tourism contexts, in hope to better standardize the translation methods and concepts for tourist spots around Japan.

Before I Graduate Project 2017: Community Augmented Art Project to Share Hopes and Dreams of College Life

The contents of this book contain the hopes, wishes, goals, and dreams of students to strive for ... more The contents of this book contain the hopes, wishes, goals, and dreams of students to strive for during college life. It of course contains words and musings of students in the form of written words. They describe career aspirations, social hopes, and lifelong dreams. But with the help of augmented reality, this book also contains these ideas in video and spoken word. Using a smartphone application called ARientation, those videos and other digital media has been connected to the images of playing cards printed in this book. To access the experience, you will need to.
1. Download the application ‘ARientation’
2. Start the application and load the project ‘Before I Graduate 2017’
3. View the various play card images through the application

The goal of this project is to create a deeper sense of community with classmates by sharing our hopes, goals, and dreams for college life.

The project is in a series of other projects related to augmented reality and its use in teaching, learning, and tourism. The technology is based on an AR platform designed by me (Eric Hawkinson) and my fellow researchers/developers in the Mixed, Augmented, and Virtual Realities in Learning research group (MAVR) based in Japan. The platform itself is called ARientation and started as a way to connect supplementary digital materials to physical textbooks, but later was expanded into various mixed reality learning environments such as libraries, tours, and events.

Product details
Paperback: 70 pages
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (February 9, 2018)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 198525042X
ISBN-13: 978-1985250420
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.2 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces

Can be purchased on Amazon

The Community Journal of Eric Hawkinson (Volume 1)

This is the first in what I hope to be a series of my student’s work. I supervise many papers and... more This is the first in what I hope to be a series of my student’s work. I supervise many papers and projects and I feel sometimes they need to be seen by more people than just their peers and myself. The works contained in this journal are the work of students and members of my community. This journal is the collected works of my senior class of 2016 at Kyoto University of Foreign Studies in Kyoto, Japan.

One with English: Level One : Fundamentals (Japanese) Paperback

Gain a basic understanding and usage of the English language through communicative activities. Mo... more Gain a basic understanding and usage of the English language through communicative activities. More than just language skills, students will be required to develop skills essential to university level study such as academic writing, critical thinking, rhetorical strategies, and library skills. Companion smartphone application available.

Papers by Eric Hawkinson

Validation Analysis to Integrate Esports into Existing Tourism Education

International Journal of eSports, 2025

This study explores the integration of esports education into tourism curricula, focusing on the ... more This study explores the integration of esports education into tourism curricula, focusing on the development of an "Esports Fundamentals" course at Kyoto University of Foreign Studies. By analyzing student feedback from existing game-based and event management courses, we identify key areas where esports education can enhance tourism studies. The research provides insights into curriculum design that bridges traditional tourism education with the emerging esports industry, addressing the growing demand for specialized skills in this sector. There were four primary aims with this research:
● To assess the relevance of esports education in tourism curricula.
● To identify key components for an Esports Fundamentals course based on existingcourse feedback.
● To propose a curriculum design that integrates esports with traditional tourism andevent management studies.
● To explore how esports education can prepare students for emerging careeropportunities in tourism.
A mixed-methods approach was used, analyzing survey data and student testimonials from Game Based Tourism and Online Event Management courses. Results showed strong student interest in game-based and technology-driven approaches to tourism. Students demonstrated proficiency in applying game design principles to tourism contexts and expressed belief in the career relevance of these skills. The study revealed a need for specialized esports education within the tourism curriculum to address industry trends and student interests. The study concludes that integrating an Esports Fundamentals course into tourism curricula is both timely and valuable. The proposed course, encompassing global esports event business models, event design, streaming for destination marketing, and esports management, builds upon existing coursework while addressing the unique aspects of the esports industry. This curriculum innovation positions students at the forefront of the emerging esports tourism sector, equipping them with specialized knowledge and skills for diverse career opportunities.

Narrative Inquiry into the Challenges of Implementing XR Technologies in Education Voices from Future Hub

Together Research, 2024

This research explores the multifaceted challenges and opportunities inherent in the integration ... more This research explores the multifaceted challenges and opportunities inherent in the integration of Extended Reality (XR) technologies—comprising Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR)—within educational contexts. Utilizing a narrative inquiry methodology, this study draws upon the experiences and perspectives of participants at the Future Hub Forum 2023, a gathering of researchers, educators, and technologists specializing in immersive learning technologies. Through the collection and analysis of narrative materials, including interviews, presentations, and observational data, the study aims to elucidate the complex interplay of technological, pedagogical, and infrastructural challenges that influence the adoption and effective use of XR technologies in education. Key findings reveal significant barriers to widespread XR integration, including issues of access and affordability, which exacerbate existing digital divides; challenges in training and securing buy-in from stakeholders; content creation and deployment hurdles; and infrastructural and administrative obstacles. Despite these challenges, the study also uncovers a collective optimism about the transformative potential of XR technologies to revolutionize pedagogical approaches and learning outcomes, provided these barriers can be overcome. The implications of this research extend beyond the immediate context of XR technology implementation, offering insights into broader questions of educational equity, the evolving landscape of digital pedagogy, and the future of immersive learning experiences. By highlighting the voices and experiences of those at the forefront of XR adoption in education, this paper contributes to a deeper understanding of the conditions necessary for the successful integration of these technologies into diverse educational settings. Through its narrative approach, the study also underscores the value of storytelling and personal narratives in uncovering the nuanced realities of educational technology adoption, offering a rich, contextualized perspective that quantitative methods alone may not capture. More related research at: https://togetherlearning.com/research

Board Game Design and Publication to Teach English for Specific Purposes

Board games provide a social atmosphere that digital-based learning environments are still having... more Board games provide a social atmosphere that digital-based learning environments are still having a hard time recreating. This is in part due to the shared experiences created by playing together face-to-face. In this paper, a blend of game theory is introduced that illustrates this difference in the game experience and attempts to show how it can be utilized for educational board game design. Using board games in the classroom can be a great instrument for increasing motivation among students to communicate. It is difficult to find a game that not only is both fun and motivating, but also focuses on the intended learning goal. From this blend of game theory comes an approach to design, create, publish and implement a board game experience into a specific learning goal. Important gaming ideas, elements and mechanics of board games are discussed. Development and publishing tools for board games are introduced. As a practical example of the board game development process, games created by the author are discussed.

Exploring Immersive Storytelling for a Post COVID-19 Tourism Industry

Practitioner Proceedings of the 8th International Conference of the Immersive Learning Research Network (iLRN2022)

WebVR in the Facilitation of Model United Nations Simulations

2022 8th International Conference of the Immersive Learning Research Network (iLRN), May 30, 2022

A Novel Front Door Security (FDS) Algorithm Using GoogleNet-BiLSTM Hybridization

IEEE Access

Security has always been a significant concern since the dawn of human civilization. That is why ... more Security has always been a significant concern since the dawn of human civilization. That is why we build houses to keep ourselves and our belongings safe. And we do not hesitate to spend a lot on front-door locks and install CCTV cameras to monitor security threats. This paper presents an innovative automatic Front Door Security (FDS) algorithm that uses Human Activity Recognition (HAR) to detect four different security threats at the front door from a real-time video feed with 73.18% accuracy. The activities are recognized using an innovative combination of GoogleNet-BiLSTM hybrid network. This network receives the video feed from the CCTV camera and classifies the activities. The proposed algorithm uses this classification to alert any attempts to break the door by kicking, punching, or hitting. Furthermore, the proposed FDS algorithm is effective in detecting gun violence at the front door, which further strengthens security. This Human Activity Recognition (HAR)-based novel FDS algorithm demonstrates the potential of ensuring better safety with 71.49% precision, 68.2% recall, and an F1-score of 0.65. INDEX TERMS Intelligent surveillance, real-time security, deep learning, hybrid networks, sequence folding, video-frame feature vector.

Designing Digitally Enhanced Print for International Conferences and Tourism

ACTC2015 Official Conference Proceedings, Apr 30, 2015

TEDx and Augmented Reality: Informal Learning and International Exchange with Mobile Technology

Automation in Education with Digital Twins: Trends and Issues

International Journal on Open and Distance e-Learning

Digital twins are now being envisioned as digital representations of living and nonliving organis... more Digital twins are now being envisioned as digital representations of living and nonliving organisms that will allow data to be effortlessly exchanged between the physical and computer-generated creations, in addition to optimizing manufacturing processes. Because they allow for the monitoring, analysis, and optimization of physical functioning, digital twins can give constant input for enhancing quality of life and general well-being in humans. As part of the literature review, the following icons were used as case studies: ABBAtars and Queen, Carrie Fisher of Star Wars, and Dead Professor. It was concluded that the use of digital twins is growing and becoming more widely implemented and discussions on its implementation in educational contexts have begun to surface. This study looks at emerging trends in the use of digital twins and relates these trends to recent use cases of digital twins in educational contexts. The result is an understanding of both risks and potential of this t...

文化財の多言語化ハンドブック - Japan Agency for Cultural Affairs Handbook on Multilingualization

文化財の多言語化ハンドブック, 2019

文化財の多言語化を進めている自治体が，どのような点に留意しながら多言語化を行っているのか具体事例を紹介。すぐに対応できるフレーズ集もわかりやすくまとめている。（内容）・文化財の多言語化とは？... more 文化財の多言語化を進めている自治体が，どのような点に留意しながら多言語化を行っているのか具体事例を紹介。すぐに対応できるフレーズ集もわかりやすくまとめている。（内容）・文化財の多言語化とは？・なぜ多言語化が必要なの？・外国人と日本人の興味の違い・英語解説の改善・充実にあたっての視点・事例紹介等 This publication is targeted at those developing tourism in Japan. The goal is to help those localizing information from Japanese to other languages in tourism contexts, in hope to better standardize the translation methods and concepts for tourist spots around Japan.

Team Teaching for English as a Second Language: A Comprehensive Analysis in Miyazu, Japan

Most public schools in Japan employ a teaching method in English language classes known as team t... more Most public schools in Japan employ a teaching method in English language classes known as team teaching. Team teaching involves two teachers working together to conduct a class; usually one member of this team is a native English speaker and the other is a certified teacher in Japan. In this study, researchers examine a school district in Miyazu, Japan and analyze the team teaching environment. A district-wide analysis was conducted that included interviews, student and teacher surveys, classroom observations, and policy reviews. The Board of Education (BOE) in Miyazu became a partner in this study, the Miyazu BOE asked for possible solutions and ideas on how to improve the effectiveness of team teaching. This report summarizes the team teaching environment in the Miyazu school district, lists all data collected to analyze team teaching environments, and analyzes of that information from the viewpoint of different stakeholders. The study concludes with a list of possible interventions that seeks to help the Miyazu BOE reach its goals for team teaching and improve English education in the Miyazu school district.

PanSIG2017: MAVR (Mixed Augmented Virtual Realities): The Future or a Fad?

ARientation at SXSW 2019

Immersive Technology Uses in Interactive Media: A Collection of Case Studies

KAMC Official Conference Proceedings, 2022

A collection of case studies that combine immersive technologies such as augmented and virtual re... more A collection of case studies that combine immersive technologies such as augmented and virtual reality in various contexts are introduced to outline some of the signals and trends in emerging interactive media. A series of authors share uses of AR/VR/MR in a wide range of fields including tourism, education, archeology, communication, and more. Common themes, affordance, and challenges are pulled out and used to extrapolate likely trends moving to the future. This work also starts to build an overall framework to evaluate immersive media implementation strategies and research methodologies.

Case Study 10, Japan: Smartphone Virtual Reality for Tourism Education—A Case Study

Language Learning with Technology, 2021

There is an increasing amount of research and development happening around the use of virtual and... more There is an increasing amount of research and development happening around the use of virtual and augmented reality in education, also known as immersive learning. This case study seeks to merge vocational training and language learning and explore the application of virtual reality in tourism education. The study was conducted with 22 students in the Department of Global Tourism at a university in western Japan. The students were first trained to create virtual tours of their hometowns with Google Tour Creator. They then guided classmates on virtual tours of their hometowns in English, using smartphones and mini VR glasses. A survey study was conducted following the tours to evaluate students’ experience in terms of virtual presence, attention and satisfaction, perceived usefulness and future use of VR, as well as the benefits and challenges of the activity. The findings of this study have important implications for the use of virtual reality in tourism education.

Team Teaching and Situational Leadership Theory: Adapting and Combining Frameworks for Japanese English Education

US-China Education Review A, 2016

With the goal of better understanding a healthy working relationship between two teachers co-teac... more With the goal of better understanding a healthy working relationship between two teachers co-teaching in the same classroom on the same subject, this study takes a look at leadership related behaviors in team teaching environments. The study looks at relationships between teams of teachers in Miyazu City School District, a rural Japanese school district teaching English language in public K-12 schools. The relationships of team teachers are analyzed from the perspective of leadership and leadership theory. Situational leadership is presented as a means to understand the social dynamic at play when two teachers are conducting a class and how these ideas can be suited directly to behaviours of team teachers both in and out of class. The result is the creation of a new framework based on existing team teaching and situational leadership models to better understand and improve on working relationships of team teachers.

文化財の多言語化ハンドブック - Japan Agency for Cultural Affairs Handbook on Multilingualization

文化財の多言語化ハンドブック, 2019

文化財の多言語化を進めている自治体が，どのような点に留意しながら多言語化を行っているのか具体事例を紹介。すぐに対応できるフレーズ集もわかりやすくまとめている。（内容）・文化財の多言語化と... more 文化財の多言語化を進めている自治体が，どのような点に留意しながら多言語化を行っているのか具体事例を紹介。すぐに対応できるフレーズ集もわかりやすくまとめている。

（内容）

・文化財の多言語化とは？
・なぜ多言語化が必要なの？
・外国人と日本人の興味の違い
・英語解説の改善・充実にあたっての視点
・事例紹介等

This publication is targeted at those developing tourism in Japan. The goal is to help those localizing information from Japanese to other languages in tourism contexts, in hope to better standardize the translation methods and concepts for tourist spots around Japan.

Before I Graduate Project 2017: Community Augmented Art Project to Share Hopes and Dreams of College Life

The contents of this book contain the hopes, wishes, goals, and dreams of students to strive for ... more The contents of this book contain the hopes, wishes, goals, and dreams of students to strive for during college life. It of course contains words and musings of students in the form of written words. They describe career aspirations, social hopes, and lifelong dreams. But with the help of augmented reality, this book also contains these ideas in video and spoken word. Using a smartphone application called ARientation, those videos and other digital media has been connected to the images of playing cards printed in this book. To access the experience, you will need to.
1. Download the application ‘ARientation’
2. Start the application and load the project ‘Before I Graduate 2017’
3. View the various play card images through the application

The goal of this project is to create a deeper sense of community with classmates by sharing our hopes, goals, and dreams for college life.

The project is in a series of other projects related to augmented reality and its use in teaching, learning, and tourism. The technology is based on an AR platform designed by me (Eric Hawkinson) and my fellow researchers/developers in the Mixed, Augmented, and Virtual Realities in Learning research group (MAVR) based in Japan. The platform itself is called ARientation and started as a way to connect supplementary digital materials to physical textbooks, but later was expanded into various mixed reality learning environments such as libraries, tours, and events.

Product details
Paperback: 70 pages
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (February 9, 2018)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 198525042X
ISBN-13: 978-1985250420
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.2 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces

Can be purchased on Amazon

The Community Journal of Eric Hawkinson (Volume 1)

This is the first in what I hope to be a series of my student’s work. I supervise many papers and... more This is the first in what I hope to be a series of my student’s work. I supervise many papers and projects and I feel sometimes they need to be seen by more people than just their peers and myself. The works contained in this journal are the work of students and members of my community. This journal is the collected works of my senior class of 2016 at Kyoto University of Foreign Studies in Kyoto, Japan.

One with English: Level One : Fundamentals (Japanese) Paperback

Gain a basic understanding and usage of the English language through communicative activities. Mo... more Gain a basic understanding and usage of the English language through communicative activities. More than just language skills, students will be required to develop skills essential to university level study such as academic writing, critical thinking, rhetorical strategies, and library skills. Companion smartphone application available.

Validation Analysis to Integrate Esports into Existing Tourism Education

International Journal of eSports, 2025

This study explores the integration of esports education into tourism curricula, focusing on the ... more This study explores the integration of esports education into tourism curricula, focusing on the development of an "Esports Fundamentals" course at Kyoto University of Foreign Studies. By analyzing student feedback from existing game-based and event management courses, we identify key areas where esports education can enhance tourism studies. The research provides insights into curriculum design that bridges traditional tourism education with the emerging esports industry, addressing the growing demand for specialized skills in this sector. There were four primary aims with this research:
● To assess the relevance of esports education in tourism curricula.
● To identify key components for an Esports Fundamentals course based on existingcourse feedback.
● To propose a curriculum design that integrates esports with traditional tourism andevent management studies.
● To explore how esports education can prepare students for emerging careeropportunities in tourism.
A mixed-methods approach was used, analyzing survey data and student testimonials from Game Based Tourism and Online Event Management courses. Results showed strong student interest in game-based and technology-driven approaches to tourism. Students demonstrated proficiency in applying game design principles to tourism contexts and expressed belief in the career relevance of these skills. The study revealed a need for specialized esports education within the tourism curriculum to address industry trends and student interests. The study concludes that integrating an Esports Fundamentals course into tourism curricula is both timely and valuable. The proposed course, encompassing global esports event business models, event design, streaming for destination marketing, and esports management, builds upon existing coursework while addressing the unique aspects of the esports industry. This curriculum innovation positions students at the forefront of the emerging esports tourism sector, equipping them with specialized knowledge and skills for diverse career opportunities.

Narrative Inquiry into the Challenges of Implementing XR Technologies in Education Voices from Future Hub

Together Research, 2024

This research explores the multifaceted challenges and opportunities inherent in the integration ... more This research explores the multifaceted challenges and opportunities inherent in the integration of Extended Reality (XR) technologies—comprising Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR)—within educational contexts. Utilizing a narrative inquiry methodology, this study draws upon the experiences and perspectives of participants at the Future Hub Forum 2023, a gathering of researchers, educators, and technologists specializing in immersive learning technologies. Through the collection and analysis of narrative materials, including interviews, presentations, and observational data, the study aims to elucidate the complex interplay of technological, pedagogical, and infrastructural challenges that influence the adoption and effective use of XR technologies in education. Key findings reveal significant barriers to widespread XR integration, including issues of access and affordability, which exacerbate existing digital divides; challenges in training and securing buy-in from stakeholders; content creation and deployment hurdles; and infrastructural and administrative obstacles. Despite these challenges, the study also uncovers a collective optimism about the transformative potential of XR technologies to revolutionize pedagogical approaches and learning outcomes, provided these barriers can be overcome. The implications of this research extend beyond the immediate context of XR technology implementation, offering insights into broader questions of educational equity, the evolving landscape of digital pedagogy, and the future of immersive learning experiences. By highlighting the voices and experiences of those at the forefront of XR adoption in education, this paper contributes to a deeper understanding of the conditions necessary for the successful integration of these technologies into diverse educational settings. Through its narrative approach, the study also underscores the value of storytelling and personal narratives in uncovering the nuanced realities of educational technology adoption, offering a rich, contextualized perspective that quantitative methods alone may not capture. More related research at: https://togetherlearning.com/research

Board Game Design and Publication to Teach English for Specific Purposes

Board games provide a social atmosphere that digital-based learning environments are still having... more Board games provide a social atmosphere that digital-based learning environments are still having a hard time recreating. This is in part due to the shared experiences created by playing together face-to-face. In this paper, a blend of game theory is introduced that illustrates this difference in the game experience and attempts to show how it can be utilized for educational board game design. Using board games in the classroom can be a great instrument for increasing motivation among students to communicate. It is difficult to find a game that not only is both fun and motivating, but also focuses on the intended learning goal. From this blend of game theory comes an approach to design, create, publish and implement a board game experience into a specific learning goal. Important gaming ideas, elements and mechanics of board games are discussed. Development and publishing tools for board games are introduced. As a practical example of the board game development process, games created by the author are discussed.

Exploring Immersive Storytelling for a Post COVID-19 Tourism Industry

Practitioner Proceedings of the 8th International Conference of the Immersive Learning Research Network (iLRN2022)

WebVR in the Facilitation of Model United Nations Simulations

2022 8th International Conference of the Immersive Learning Research Network (iLRN), May 30, 2022

A Novel Front Door Security (FDS) Algorithm Using GoogleNet-BiLSTM Hybridization

IEEE Access

Security has always been a significant concern since the dawn of human civilization. That is why ... more Security has always been a significant concern since the dawn of human civilization. That is why we build houses to keep ourselves and our belongings safe. And we do not hesitate to spend a lot on front-door locks and install CCTV cameras to monitor security threats. This paper presents an innovative automatic Front Door Security (FDS) algorithm that uses Human Activity Recognition (HAR) to detect four different security threats at the front door from a real-time video feed with 73.18% accuracy. The activities are recognized using an innovative combination of GoogleNet-BiLSTM hybrid network. This network receives the video feed from the CCTV camera and classifies the activities. The proposed algorithm uses this classification to alert any attempts to break the door by kicking, punching, or hitting. Furthermore, the proposed FDS algorithm is effective in detecting gun violence at the front door, which further strengthens security. This Human Activity Recognition (HAR)-based novel FDS algorithm demonstrates the potential of ensuring better safety with 71.49% precision, 68.2% recall, and an F1-score of 0.65. INDEX TERMS Intelligent surveillance, real-time security, deep learning, hybrid networks, sequence folding, video-frame feature vector.

Designing Digitally Enhanced Print for International Conferences and Tourism

ACTC2015 Official Conference Proceedings, Apr 30, 2015

TEDx and Augmented Reality: Informal Learning and International Exchange with Mobile Technology

Automation in Education with Digital Twins: Trends and Issues

International Journal on Open and Distance e-Learning

Digital twins are now being envisioned as digital representations of living and nonliving organis... more Digital twins are now being envisioned as digital representations of living and nonliving organisms that will allow data to be effortlessly exchanged between the physical and computer-generated creations, in addition to optimizing manufacturing processes. Because they allow for the monitoring, analysis, and optimization of physical functioning, digital twins can give constant input for enhancing quality of life and general well-being in humans. As part of the literature review, the following icons were used as case studies: ABBAtars and Queen, Carrie Fisher of Star Wars, and Dead Professor. It was concluded that the use of digital twins is growing and becoming more widely implemented and discussions on its implementation in educational contexts have begun to surface. This study looks at emerging trends in the use of digital twins and relates these trends to recent use cases of digital twins in educational contexts. The result is an understanding of both risks and potential of this t...

文化財の多言語化ハンドブック - Japan Agency for Cultural Affairs Handbook on Multilingualization

文化財の多言語化ハンドブック, 2019

文化財の多言語化を進めている自治体が，どのような点に留意しながら多言語化を行っているのか具体事例を紹介。すぐに対応できるフレーズ集もわかりやすくまとめている。（内容）・文化財の多言語化とは？... more 文化財の多言語化を進めている自治体が，どのような点に留意しながら多言語化を行っているのか具体事例を紹介。すぐに対応できるフレーズ集もわかりやすくまとめている。（内容）・文化財の多言語化とは？・なぜ多言語化が必要なの？・外国人と日本人の興味の違い・英語解説の改善・充実にあたっての視点・事例紹介等 This publication is targeted at those developing tourism in Japan. The goal is to help those localizing information from Japanese to other languages in tourism contexts, in hope to better standardize the translation methods and concepts for tourist spots around Japan.

Team Teaching for English as a Second Language: A Comprehensive Analysis in Miyazu, Japan

Most public schools in Japan employ a teaching method in English language classes known as team t... more Most public schools in Japan employ a teaching method in English language classes known as team teaching. Team teaching involves two teachers working together to conduct a class; usually one member of this team is a native English speaker and the other is a certified teacher in Japan. In this study, researchers examine a school district in Miyazu, Japan and analyze the team teaching environment. A district-wide analysis was conducted that included interviews, student and teacher surveys, classroom observations, and policy reviews. The Board of Education (BOE) in Miyazu became a partner in this study, the Miyazu BOE asked for possible solutions and ideas on how to improve the effectiveness of team teaching. This report summarizes the team teaching environment in the Miyazu school district, lists all data collected to analyze team teaching environments, and analyzes of that information from the viewpoint of different stakeholders. The study concludes with a list of possible interventions that seeks to help the Miyazu BOE reach its goals for team teaching and improve English education in the Miyazu school district.

PanSIG2017: MAVR (Mixed Augmented Virtual Realities): The Future or a Fad?

ARientation at SXSW 2019

Immersive Technology Uses in Interactive Media: A Collection of Case Studies

KAMC Official Conference Proceedings, 2022

A collection of case studies that combine immersive technologies such as augmented and virtual re... more A collection of case studies that combine immersive technologies such as augmented and virtual reality in various contexts are introduced to outline some of the signals and trends in emerging interactive media. A series of authors share uses of AR/VR/MR in a wide range of fields including tourism, education, archeology, communication, and more. Common themes, affordance, and challenges are pulled out and used to extrapolate likely trends moving to the future. This work also starts to build an overall framework to evaluate immersive media implementation strategies and research methodologies.

Case Study 10, Japan: Smartphone Virtual Reality for Tourism Education—A Case Study

Language Learning with Technology, 2021

There is an increasing amount of research and development happening around the use of virtual and... more There is an increasing amount of research and development happening around the use of virtual and augmented reality in education, also known as immersive learning. This case study seeks to merge vocational training and language learning and explore the application of virtual reality in tourism education. The study was conducted with 22 students in the Department of Global Tourism at a university in western Japan. The students were first trained to create virtual tours of their hometowns with Google Tour Creator. They then guided classmates on virtual tours of their hometowns in English, using smartphones and mini VR glasses. A survey study was conducted following the tours to evaluate students’ experience in terms of virtual presence, attention and satisfaction, perceived usefulness and future use of VR, as well as the benefits and challenges of the activity. The findings of this study have important implications for the use of virtual reality in tourism education.

Team Teaching and Situational Leadership Theory: Adapting and Combining Frameworks for Japanese English Education

US-China Education Review A, 2016

With the goal of better understanding a healthy working relationship between two teachers co-teac... more With the goal of better understanding a healthy working relationship between two teachers co-teaching in the same classroom on the same subject, this study takes a look at leadership related behaviors in team teaching environments. The study looks at relationships between teams of teachers in Miyazu City School District, a rural Japanese school district teaching English language in public K-12 schools. The relationships of team teachers are analyzed from the perspective of leadership and leadership theory. Situational leadership is presented as a means to understand the social dynamic at play when two teachers are conducting a class and how these ideas can be suited directly to behaviours of team teachers both in and out of class. The result is the creation of a new framework based on existing team teaching and situational leadership models to better understand and improve on working relationships of team teachers.

PanSIG2017: Augmented Reality Design Principles for Informal Learning

Star Trek and the Metaverse: An Analysis of Foresight for Augmented Reality in Science Fiction

The IAFOR International Conference on Arts and Humanities – Hawaii 2022 Official Conference Proceedings, 2022

An analysis combining viewpoints of futurism, strategic foresight, computer science, learning tec... more An analysis combining viewpoints of futurism, strategic foresight, computer science, learning technology, and film studies to compare and contrast themes found related to Augmented Reality in Star Trek to trends found in the development and commercialization of these technologies. The use and proliferation of immersive media such as augmented and virtual reality is increasing, with new terms like ‘metaverse’ and ‘digital twins’ being used to describe a blending of human experience into media like never before. This study looks to examine the predicting capabilities of science fiction, most specifically Star Trek and all of its iterations, and compare/contrast with current trends in immersive technology media development. There are examples that can be seen in current trends from several decades before commercial availability in Star Trek. The stories and themes discussed surrounding these technologies within the context of this fiction can inform emerging conversations of how these technologies will impact human communication, our perception of reality, and society as a whole. This study relates signals and themes from Star Trek surrounding augmented reality and matches them with current research topics. It also provides an idea of how these technologies can alter or modify our lives and mainly guides us on handling them correctly. Introducing a new technology affects society; Star Trek tries its best to make those impacts of technology a more positive one.

Star Trek and the Metaverse: An Analysis of Foresight for Augmented Reality in Science Fiction

The IAFOR International Conference on Arts & Humanities – Hawaii 2022 Official Conference Proceedings, 2022

An analysis combining viewpoints of futurism, strategic foresight, computer science, learning tec... more An analysis combining viewpoints of futurism, strategic foresight, computer science, learning technology, and film studies to compare and contrast themes found related to Augmented Reality in Star Trek to trends found in the development and commercialization of these technologies. The use and proliferation of immersive media such as augmented and virtual reality is increasing, with new terms like ‘metaverse’ and ‘digital twins’ being used to describe a blending of human experience into media like never before. This study looks to examine the predicting capabilities of science fiction, most specifically Star Trek and all of its iterations, and compare/contrast with current trends in immersive technology media development. There are examples that can be seen in current trends from several decades before commercial availability in Star Trek. The stories and themes discussed surrounding these technologies within the context of this fiction can inform emerging conversations of how these technologies will impact human communication, our perception of reality, and society as a whole. This study relates signals and themes from Star Trek surrounding augmented reality and matches them with current research topics. It also provides an idea of how these technologies can alter or modify our lives and mainly guides us on handling them correctly. Introducing a new technology affects society; Star Trek tries its best to make those impacts of technology a more positive one.

Immersive Technology Uses in Interactive Media: A Collection of Case Studies

by Eric Hawkinson, Amelia Ijiri, and Jay Klaphake

The Kyoto Conference on Arts, Media & Culture 2021: Official Conference Proceedings, 2022

A collection of case studies that combine immersive technologies such as augmented and virtual re... more A collection of case studies that combine immersive technologies such as augmented and virtual reality in various contexts are introduced to outline some of the signals and trends in emerging interactive media. A series of authors share uses of AR/VR/MR in a wide range of fields including tourism, education, archeology, communication, and more. Common themes, affordance, and challenges are pulled out and used to extrapolate likely trends moving to the future. This work also starts to build an overall framework to evaluate immersive media implementation strategies and research methodologies.

High Season Traffic Congestion Analysis of Rural Tourism Destinations: A Case Study for Amanohashidate, Japan

by Eric Hawkinson and Seiji Nakao

For the purpose of contributing to the development of tourism policies in Japan and especially ru... more For the purpose of contributing to the development of tourism policies in Japan and especially rural tourist destinations, this study breaks down the inflow of people and vehicles to a popular but seasonal tourism destination in a rural area known as Amanohashidate in northern Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. Amanohashidate is a nature park and known as one of Japan's top three scenic locations. The climate and setting of the park as well as domestic vacation habits in Japan lead to high concentrations of tourists at peak season. During these peak times, high traffic congestion occurs throughout the region and leads to severe traffic jams. In this study, traffic patterns and wait times are analyzed. During the data gathering period, a new 'Park and Cruise' system was employed by a local municipality. This system attempted to relieve traffic by creating extra parking areas near ferry ports around the area. The analysis pays close attention to the effects of that system to traffic congestion and flow. The results show limited but positive effects of the program. The study also attempts to forecast impacts to the local area from the severe traffic congestion.

Mixed Reality Gaming Session (THE ASIAN CONFERENCE ON TECHNOLOGY IN THE CLASSROOM)

by Eric Hawkinson, Erin Noxon, and Mehrasa Alizadeh

Immerse yourself in an augmented reality enhanced learning environment by working in a group to s... more Immerse yourself in an augmented reality enhanced learning environment by working in a group to solve a series of puzzles and adventures using virtual and augmented reality technologies as learning technologist, Eric Hawkinson from TEDxKyoto Interactive guides you through the possibilities of mixed reality technologies for learning, engagement and more

MAVR (Mixed Augmented Virtual Realities): The Future or a Fad?

by Mehrasa Alizadeh, Parisa Mehran, Eric Hawkinson, and Erin Noxon

In this interactive poster presentation, Mixed, Augmented, and Virtual Realities (MAVR) are first... more In this interactive poster presentation, Mixed, Augmented, and Virtual Realities (MAVR) are first defined, and their differences are pointed out based on the reality-virtuality continuum. The significance of MAVR, its merits and challenges, and the contribution it can make to education are then discussed. Following that, the integration of MAVR in language teaching and learning is drawn upon. Some Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) applications, such as Aurasma, Blippar, Google Expeditions, are demonstrated, and a number of resources on the integration of MAVR in English language education are introduced; for example, Paul Driver’s learner-generated AR realia. Finally, MAVR future trends and directions are forecasted.

Augmented Reality Design Principles for Informal Learning

by Eric Hawkinson, Parisa Mehran, and Mehrasa Alizadeh

Augmented Reality (AR) has been used in a variety of informal learning contexts with increasing f... more Augmented Reality (AR) has been used in a variety of informal learning contexts with increasing frequency. This presentation will show examples of AR use in education, tourism, and event organizing, among other areas. Th¬e session is geared to those who want to create learning environments around content and to consider ways that they might start to implement AR. A featured use of how AR can be put into practice was demonstrated at TEDxKyoto as a way of engaging participants. There will also be demonstrations of several student projects that use AR.

Tech Spotlight – The Case for Augmented Reality in Learning - LEARNTECHAsia 2016

This is the year of wearables, smart tech is starting to go not just in our pockets but around ou... more This is the year of wearables, smart tech is starting to go not just in our pockets but around our writs, in our clothes and in front of our eyes. These devices are augmenting our reality like never before. In this workshop we look at emerging technologies using augmented reality and its use in learning. Participants will have a chance to test some of these technologies as the workshop progresses using their own mobile devices. Materials created by the presenter will also be available for demo. Participants will also have the opportunity to create simple augmented reality enhanced materials using their own smartphone or tablet. BYOD* Please bring an Android or iOS mobile device to participate in the creation of materials. Get a preview of the types of things you can do with AR on the presenter’s website. http://erichawkinson.com/

In this session participants will:
• look at emerging technologies using augmented reality and its use in learning
• Get a chance to use augmented reality materials using mobile devices (BYOD)
• Learn usage goals and design approaches
• Discuss challenges for future use of these technologies

The demo revolves around a set of activities using augmented reality and mobile technology that were designed and implemented over the span of several years in an experiment into how these technologies can be used. This presentation starts with usage goals and design approaches, continues to creation tools and implementation strategies, shares observations, and ends with a discussion of challenges for future use of these technologies. The background presentation (15 mins) and demo on AR use at TEDxKyoto will be useful to anyone connected to organizing conferences and events and also teachers who are looking to use technologies for classes and events that have diverse backgrounds. The main takeaways from this session will point to the merits and challenges of using the latest mobile technology in AR learning environments.

Find more about the project here: http://erichawkinson.com

Augmented Learning @ TEDSummit 2016

Immerse yourself in an augmented reality enhanced learning environment by working in a group to s... more Immerse yourself in an augmented reality enhanced learning environment by working in a group to solve a series of puzzles and adventures using virtual and augmented reality technologies as learning technologist, Eric Hawkinson from TEDxKyoto Interactive guides you through the possibilities of mixed reality technologies for learning, engagement and more.

Have you ever participated in an escape room or took part in a scavenger hunt? Well just imagine if parts of the journey of either of these activities was in a video game, or in a virtual world? Eric Hawkinson, learning technologist, has been developing ways to mix real world and digitally enhanced environments. In this workshop you will actually play a game, and by playing that game you will learn about the technology and its possibilities.

国際観光とICT戦略

観光庁1のホームページには、「観光は我が国の力強い経済を取り戻すための極めて重要な成長分野であり、（中略）世界の観光需要を取り込むことにより、地域活性化、雇用機会の増大などの効果を期待できる（表... more 観光庁1のホームページには、「観光は我が国の力強い経済を取り戻すための極めて重要な成長分野であり、（中略）世界の観光需要を取り込むことにより、地域活性化、雇用機会の増大などの効果を期待できる（表現を一部改変）。」と記載されている。日本への海外からのインバウンド国際観光客の入込客数は 2014 年度にはすでに 1300 万
人を超え、2020 年までの 2000 万人突破が政策目標とされている。
1854 年の開国以降、外国人入込客数がこのような規模となったことはなく、すでに京都・奈良・大阪・神戸といった主要観光都市・地域などの宿泊予約が困難な状況となっているとの報告もなされている。同時に、一部外国人観光客によるいわゆる「爆買い」が地域経済に
特需をもたらしているとの見方もあり、国際観光が今後の地域経済のさらなる発展の原動力となることが期待されている。
一方、これまでの ICT 政策は 2G～3G 携帯電話の技術方式をめぐる議論、一部の映像コンテンツなどの海外市場における苦戦といった事例にみられたとおり、国内需要依存型（ガ
ラパゴス型）となっているとの指摘があった。
2020 年の東京オリンピック開催まで、残すところ 5 年をきった現時点において国際観光と ICT 政策の接点について再度現状確認作業を行い、「おもてなし」の精神で国際観光入込客に対してどのような充足感のある ICT サービスをここ数年のうちに提供できるかについて関係各界の議論を深めておきたい。

ARientation at SXSW

Ready Teacher One, 2019

ARientation is an augmented reality platform geared towards learning and engagement. The purpose ... more ARientation is an augmented reality platform geared towards learning and engagement. The purpose is to allow less technically inclined students and teachers to create and share AR enhanced content and environments. It is the brainchild of Eric Hawkinson, a learning futurist working on making emerging technology more accessible to the masses for teaching and learning. This project started as a research project exploring case uses in augmented and mixed realities for educational purposes, the project has already spawned several case studies and research papers, most of which are freely available.

Featured Plenary Talk at EdTechXAsia 2016 - Speaker Eric Hawkinson - Title: Augmented Learning: Shift from Technology Tools to Technology Partners

Featured Plenary Talk at EdTechXAsia 2016 - Speaker Eric Hawkinson - Title: Augmented Learning: S... more Featured Plenary Talk at EdTechXAsia 2016 - Speaker Eric Hawkinson - Title: Augmented Learning: Shift from Technology Tools to Technology Partners

EdTechXAsia 2016 will take place on 8 - 9 November 2016 in MAX Atria, Singapore EXPO. The event will bring together perspectives from leading educators, key government agencies, innovators, influencers, CEO's, investors and corporates to discuss the latest trends and development of strategies for education, technology and innovation in the region.

Keynote Talk at BETT Leadership Summit Asia 2016 - Augmented reality: The opportunities and dangers of extreme automation in learning

First presentation of the final plenary session of BETT Leadership Summit 2016. Watch it here: ht... more

TEDxTokushimaU Salon 2017

3/18に行われるTEDxTokushimaUのプレイベントとしてTEDxTokushimaUSalonを開催します Theme Technology in Education from Ga... more 3/18に行われるTEDxTokushimaUのプレイベントとしてTEDxTokushimaUSalonを開催します

Theme
Technology in Education from Game Design

1月21日(土) 21st January, 2017
17:00 〜

住所〒770-0814 徳島県徳島市南常三島町1−１
徳島大学常三島キャンパス総合科学部２号館1Fスタジオ
Venue: Tokushima University Socio-science and Technology Department Building 2- Media Studio.

タイムスケジュール
16:30 開場 Opening of the door
17:05 オープニング Beginning of the event
17:20 TEDトーク鑑賞 Watching a Ted Talk
17:25 アイスブレイキング Icebreaking
17:45 Mr.Hawkinsonさんによる解説とディスカッショ Presentation and discussion
18:05 ブレイク　Break.
18:15 ワークショップ　Workshop
19:00 アフターパーティー　After party
21:00 終了 Close

我々の暮らす徳島では、他の地方都市と同じように少子高齢化や過疎化などの問題に直面している。私たちはその問題について考えるために、拡張現実(AR=augmented reality)の技術を活用した、教育、観光など地域と密着した活動について関連するTEDトークを鑑賞し、TEDxKyotoインタラクティブチーム代表のエリック・ハーキンソンさんをお招きし解説をしていただく。さらには、ARを活用したアクティビティーを通して実際にこうした技術に触れる機会を持ち、どのように現実世界と情報社会を結ぶことが可能なのか学ぶ機会を得る。

DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT

Our home Tokushima, like many other provincial areas in Japan is facing the problem of depopulation, low birthrate in conjunction with a graying population. To study this problem, we invited Eric Hawkinson as the representative of the interactive team of TEDx Kyoto. With Mr. Hawkinson acting as curator and guide, we will view TED video related to education and sightseeing within augmented reality technologies and hear more about those ideas. Then, in the activities session follwing, we will deepen our understanding by experiencing some of those technologies. It’s a chance to engage with others to think about how we can merge this kind of technology with the real world.

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In cases of bad weather, there is a possibility of cancellation. Please check the most recent infromation on our Facebook or Twitter.

同時通訳が必要な方はFMラジオの持参をお願いいたします。会場での貸し出しは予定しておりません。 At this event, the speech will be conducted in English. We will provide simultaneous translation in Japanese via FM radio broadcasting for anyone who would like to use this service. Please bring your own portable FM radio player to the event. We are NOT planing to prepare radio modules at the venue.

軽食ドリンク代500円
The 500 yen fee is for snacks and drinks.

SPEAKER PROFILE:
米国のウィスコンシン州に生まれ、2005年から京都府北部在住。現在ITと教育を融合した「教育メディア・教育技術」の研究を行っている。特に教育と観光とICTの関係の研究、最近のプロジェクトでは拡張現実で教育と観光のデザインと使い方を研究している。

Born in Wisconsin, Eric Hawkinson has been living in northern Kyoto since 2005. Now he is focusing on researching about Media and technology in education through the use of information technology and education.

Mixed Reality Gaming Session

by Eric Hawkinson, Erin Noxon, Parisa Mehran, and Mehrasa Alizadeh

Immerse yourself in an augmented reality enhanced learning environment by working in a group to ... more Immerse yourself in an augmented reality enhanced learning environment by working in a group to solve a series of puzzles and adventures using virtual and augmented reality technologies as learning technologist, Eric Hawkinson from TEDxKyoto Interactive guides you through the possibilities of mixed reality technologies for learning, engagement and more.
This course will lead students will focus on how technology can be used as a tool to strengthen communication skills. Though the learning and analysis of communication tools, students will take part in activities that talk about the way the use of technology is changing the way we communicate, from the invention of the printing press to mobile social gaming like the new wildly popular Pokemon GO. Students with interest in technology are encouraged to join this course.

MAVR (Mixed Augmented Virtual Realities) in Learning: The Future Is Here!

by Mehrasa Alizadeh, Parisa Mehran, and Eric Hawkinson

MAVR (Mixed Augmented Virtual Realities): The Future or a Fad

by Parisa Mehran, Mehrasa Alizadeh, Eric Hawkinson, and Erin Noxon

In this interactive poster presentation, Mixed, Augmented, and Virtual Realities (MAVR) are first... more In this interactive poster presentation, Mixed, Augmented, and Virtual Realities (MAVR) are first defined, and their differences are pointed out based on the reality-virtuality continuum. The significance of MAVR, its merits and challenges, and the contribution it can make to education are then discussed. Following that, the integration of MAVR in language teaching and learning is drawn upon. Some Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) applications, such as Aurasma, Blippar, Google Expeditions, are demonstrated, and a number of resources on the integration of MAVR in English language education are introduced; for example, Paul Driver’s learner-generated AR realia. Finally, MAVR future trends and directions are forecasted.

Augmented Reality Design Principles for Informal Learning

by Eric Hawkinson, Parisa Mehran, Mehrasa Alizadeh, and Erin Noxon

Using augmented reality as a learning medium has some great benefits such as real world connectio... more Using augmented reality as a learning medium has some great benefits such as real world connections to content and learner customization. To discuss the challenges of design and implementation of creating AR learning environments, a variety of cases uses of AR in informal learning environments are introduced, discussed, and compared. The case uses are analyzed from the context of visual and learning design principles taken from other forms of learning media such as video, print, and web design. Concepts from mixed media learning design where low and high tech media are used together in learning, are projected on mixed reality learning, where a mixture of real world and digital contents are utilized in a learning environment for deeper analysis. The cases uses are drawn from a variety of different contexts. There will be examples of AR use in education, tourism, event organizing, and others. This is mainly geared to people creating learning environments in any industry a foundation to start implementation AR. The featured case use will be how AR was used at TEDxKyoto to engage participants. There will also be several student projects that use AR presented and available for demo. The conclusions include a list of design elements and implementation strategies for creating AR enhanced learning environments.