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SHOLDT Paul Gregory
Graduate School of Maritime Sciences
Associate Professor

Researcher basic information

■ Research Keyword
  • AI-supported research planning, Professional development for language teachers, Classroom research methods, Maritime English, Extensive Reading, English for Academic Purposes
■ Research Areas
  • Humanities & social sciences / Foreign language education / EAP, Maritime English, Classroom Research, Professional Development for Language Teachers
■ Committee History
  • Apr. 2012 - Present, Japan Association of Language Teachers, JALT Research Grants, Chair (2012-2020, 2023-Current)

Research activity information

■ Award
  • 2018 Kobe University, Best Teacher

  • 2015 Japan Association of Language Teachers, Best of JALT, Sendai Chapter

  • 2013 Japan Association of Language Teachers, Selected Paper, JALT2013, Implementing Research Beyond Your Classroom: Lessons Learned

  • 2013 Japan Association of Language Teachers, Best of JALT, Hiroshima Chapter

  • 2012 Japan Association of Language Teachers, Selected Paper, JALT2012, Sharing Experiences with Quantitative Research

  • 2006 Japan Association of Language Teachers, Best of JALT, Osaka Chapter

  • 1995 University of Hawaii, Peter and Patricia Dunn-Rankin Scholarship for Educational Research, • Peter and Patricia Dunn-Rankin Scholarship for Educational Research

  • University of Hawaii, Educational Psychology Award

■ Paper
  • Professional Development for Maritime English Teachers through Collaborative Classroom Research
    Sholdt, G.
    Lead, Sep. 2025, Proceedings of the 30th International Maritime Lecturers Association Conference, 253 - 262, English
    [Refereed]
    International conference proceedings

  • Navigating Beyond Borders: Cultivating Affective Competencies in Future Global Maritime Professionals through Study Away Programs
    Szwed, P., Rooks, M., Sholdt, G.
    2025, Proceedings of the 25th International Association of Maritime Universities Conference, English
    [Refereed]
    International conference proceedings

  • Developing a Short-Term Study Tour Program: Maximizing Benefits for Host University Students
    Sholdt, G., Rooks, M.
    Lead, 2024, Proceedings of the 24th International Association of Maritime Universities Conference, 91 - 96, English
    [Refereed]

  • Remote SALC Practices in a Pandemic: One University's Initial Approach and Subsequent Revisions
    Yamamoto, S., Mach, T., Mertens, C., Sholdt, G., Stringer, T.
    Jun. 2021, JASAL Journal, 2(1) (1), 71 - 81, English
    [Refereed]
    Symposium

  • Bringing Online Teaching Tools into the In-Person Classroom
    Sholdt, G.
    Lead, 2021, Zephyr, 80, 3 - 3, English
    Research institution

  • Reflections and Insight from Experiences Doing Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G., Schmidt, K., Takaesu, A., Connolly, K., Cooper, C.
    Lead, 2020, Teacher Efficacy, Learner Agency, 154 - 160, English
    [Refereed]
    International conference proceedings

  • Sharing Experiences from the 2018 Quantitative Research Training Project
    Sholdt, G.
    Lead, 2019, Extensive Reading Japan, 12(3) (3), 3 - 5, English
    [Invited]
    Scientific journal

  • The 2018 Quantitative Research Training Project: First stage progress report
    Sholdt, G.
    Lead, 2018, Extensive Reading Japan, 11(1) (1), 14 - 17, English
    [Invited]
    Scientific journal

  • Sharing Experiences with Quantitative Research
    Sponseller, A. C., Sholdt, G., Okada, Y., Rettig-Miki, E. Wilkins, M.
    Language teachers in Japan, particularly those at the tertiary level, are facing increased pressure to conduct research. Research employing quantitative methods may seem out of reach for those who have not studied statistics; initial undertakings with quantitative research in the foreign
    language classroom can be highly challenging. These challenges can simultaneously serve as
    JALT, Aug. 2017, Transformation in language education, 87 - 94, English
    [Refereed]
    International conference proceedings

  • Procedures for a First-Step Quantitative Study: Exploring Written Fluency
    Sholdt, G.
    Getting started in classroom-based quantitative research can be a bewildering and frustrating endeavor without clear direction. In this paper I describe procedures for a project for language teachers interested in learning more about quantitative research methods and gaining valuable practical experience. By following this guide, language teachers working alone or with a small
    Lead, JALT, Aug. 2017, Transformation in Language Education, 377 - 386, English
    [Refereed]
    International conference proceedings

  • Implementing Research Beyond Your Classroom: Lessons Learned
    Sholdt, G., Stoute, M., Mull, J.
    Lead, 2014, JALT2013 Conference Proceedings, 20 - 27, English
    [Refereed]
    International conference proceedings

  • Impact on L2 Writing Fluency of Topic Selection Method for a Timed Writing Activity
    Rettig-Miki, E., Sholdt, G.
    2014, Journal of the School of Languages and Communication, Kobe University, 11, 55 - 71, English
    Research institution

  • Employing a Fluency-Based Approach to Teach the TOEFL iBT: An Action Research Project
    Herder, S., Sholdt, G.
    2014, Exploring EFL Fluency in Asia, 26 - 41, English
    In book

  • How Would a Researcher Conduct a Language Course Evaluation?
    Quinn, C., Sholdt, G.
    2013, Language Teaching Insights from Other Fields: Sports, Arts, Design, and More., 171 - 182, English
    In book

  • Sholdt, G.
    神戸大学国際コミュニケーションセンター, 2013, Journal of the School of Languages and Communication, Kobe University, 10, 35 - 43, English

  • Sharing Experiences with Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G., Konomoto, B., Mineshima, M., Stillwell, C.
    Lead, 2012, JALT2011 Conference Proceedings, 616 - 624, English
    [Refereed]

  • A Taste of JALT: Sharing Experiences with Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G., Konomoto, B., Mineshima, M., Stillwell, C.
    Lead, 2012, The Language Teacher, 36(5) (5), 16 - 17, English
    [Invited]
    Scientific journal

  • Getting Started with Quantitative Research: A First Study
    Sholdt, G.
    Lead, 2011, The Language Teacher, 35(4) (4), 52 - 54, English
    [Invited]
    Scientific journal

  • Sholdt, G.
    Lead, 神戸大学国際コミュニケーションセンター, 2011, Journal of the School of Languages and Communication, Kobe University, 8, 69 - 80, English
    Research institution

  • Does Long-term Engagement in Extensive Reading Alter Attitudes Toward Reading in English?
    Sholdt, G., Apple, M., Lieb, M. M.
    Lead, 2009, Proceedings of the 2008 Applied Linguistics Colloquiums, Temple University Japan, 117 - 123, English
    [Refereed]
    Symposium

  • The Impact of Introducing Extensive Reading with Classroom Readers
    Lieb, M., Sholdt, G.
    2008, Proceedings of the 2007 Applied Linguistics Colloquium, Temple University Japan, 18 - 27, English
    [Refereed]
    Symposium

  • Identifying Patterns of Participation in an Extensive Reading Activity
    Sholdt, G.
    Lead, 2007, Proceedings of the 2006 Colloquium on Language Learning, Temple University Japan, 75 - 80, English
    [Refereed]
    Symposium

  • Looking for Changes in Attitudes and Motivation of L2 Learners Engaged in Extensive Reading
    Sholdt, G., Apple, M., Martine, L., Lieb, M., Fellner, T.
    Lead, 2007, Proceedings of the 2006 Colloquium on Language Learning, Temple University Japan, 81 - 90, English
    [Refereed]
    Symposium

  • Sharing Across Disciplines- Interactive Strategies in Distance Education, Part I: Asking and Answering Questions
    Sholdt, G., Zhang, S., Fulford, C.
    Lead, 1995, 17th Annual Proceedings of Selected Research and Development Presentations from the 1995 Convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, 533 - 541, English
    [Refereed]
    International conference proceedings

■ Lectures, oral presentations, etc.
  • Professional Exchange through an Erasmus+ Mobility Project
    Gregory Shold
    Japan Association Language Teaching 51st Annual International Conference, Nov. 2025, English
    Oral presentation

  • Professional Development for Maritime English Teachers through Collaborative Classroom Research
    Sholdt, G.
    30th International Maritime Lecturers Association Conference, Sep. 2025
    Oral presentation

  • Maritime English Curriculum Design, Development, and Avenues for Collaboration
    Rooks, M., Sholdt, G.
    University of Split, Erasmus+ Mobility Project, Mar. 2025
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Getting Your Research Funded through JALT
    Sholdt, G., Kimura, J.
    JSPS Kaken Grants Symposium- Questions, Strategies, and Experiences, Jan. 2025
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Short-Term Study Tours: Considering the Host Students
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2024, 50th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2024
    Oral presentation

  • JALT Research Grants: How to Apply
    Sholdt, G., Collins, P. J.
    JALT2024, 50th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2024
    Oral presentation

  • Developing a Short-Term Study Tour Program: Maximizing Benefits for Host University Students
    Sholdt, G., Rooks, M.
    24th International Association of Maritime Universities Conference, Oct. 2024
    Poster presentation

  • JALT Research Grants: How to Apply
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2023, 49th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2023
    Oral presentation

  • Getting Research Funded through JALT
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2022, 48th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2022
    Oral presentation

  • Developing Statistical Literacy through Practical Research Experience
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2022, 48th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2022
    Oral presentation

  • Outcomes of a Quantitative Research Training Project
    Sholdt, G.
    at JALT2021, 47th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2021
    Oral presentation

  • Getting Research Funded through JALT
    Sholdt, G., Collins, P. J.
    JALT2021, 47th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2021
    Oral presentation

  • The Quantitative Research Training Project: Professional Development through Collaborative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    World Congress of Applied Linguistics, AILA 2021, Aug. 2021
    Oral presentation

  • Adapting a Self-Access Learning Program for Emergency Remote Education
    Yamamoto, S., Mach, T., Mertens, C., Sholdt, G., Stringer, T.
    JASAL2020 National Confer, Dec. 2020
    Oral presentation

  • Getting Research Funded through JALT
    McCandie, T., Sholdt, G., Collins, P.J.
    JALT2020, 46th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2020
    Oral presentation

  • An Approach to Large-Scale Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2020, 46th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2020
    Oral presentation

  • Learning about Quantitative Methods through ER Research
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT PanSIG 2020, Jun. 2020
    Oral presentation

  • Integrating CLIL into a Life Topics Course Project
    Sholdt, G.
    Genbun Center 48th Language Education and Curriculum Development Symposium, Konan University, Nov. 2019
    Oral presentation

  • First Project in Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2019, 45th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2019
    Oral presentation

  • Sharing Experiences with Quantitative Research
    Schmidt, K., Sholdt, G., Takaesu, A., Cooper, C., Connolly, R.
    JALT2019, 45th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2019
    Oral presentation

  • Professional Development through Collaboration on Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    2019 Professional Development Conference, Kwansei Gakuin University School of Policy Studies, Oct. 2019
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Report on the 2018 Quantitative Research Training Project
    Sholdt, G.
    5th World Congress on Extensive Reading, Aug. 2019
    Oral presentation

  • Building Language Classroom Research Skills through Online Collaboration
    Sholdt, G.
    JALTCALL 2019, May 2019
    Oral presentation

  • Action Research with Quantitative Data
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2018, 44th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2018
    Oral presentation

  • Report on a Collaborative Quantitative Research Training Project
    Sholdt, G.
    10th Extensive Reading Seminar, Oct. 2018
    Oral presentation

  • Exploring Avenues of Insight into our Classrooms: Let's Take a Look at the Numbers
    Sholdt, G.
    2018 Michinoku English Education Summit, Hachinohe Gakuin University, Jun. 2018
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Introduction to the 2018 Quantitative Research Training Project
    Sholdt, G.
    Hiroshima JALT Conference and Book Fair, Dec. 2017, English, Domestic conference
    Oral presentation

  • 2018 Quantitative Research Training Project
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2017, 43rd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2017
    Oral presentation

  • Vocab SIG Forum: 2018 Quantitative Research Training Project
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2017 International Conference, Nov. 2017, English, International conference
    Poster presentation

  • Getting Your Research Funded Through JALT
    Sholdt, G., Hashimoto, N., Stoeckel, T., Hannah, C.
    JALT2017, 43rd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2017, English, International conference
    Oral presentation

  • 2018 Quantitative Research Training Project
    Sholdt, G.
    The 9th Annual North East Asian Regional (NEAR) ​Language Education Conference, Jun. 2017, English, International conference
    Oral presentation

  • A First-Step to Becoming a Teacher-Researcher
    Sholdt, G.
    at JALT2016, 42nd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2016
    Oral presentation

  • Sharing Experience with Quantitative Research
    Okada, Y., Sponselller, A., Wilkins, M., Sholdt, G.
    JALT2016, 42nd Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2016
    Oral presentation

  • Language Teachers Building Quantitative Research Skills Through Online Collaboration
    Sholdt, G.
    TESOL Regional Conference, Dec. 2015
    Oral presentation

  • Starter Project in Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2015, 41st Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2015
    Oral presentation

  • Enhancing Language Teaching With Insights from Distant Fields
    Stillwell, C., Sholdt, G., al
    TESOL 2015 International Convention & English Language Expo, Mar. 2015
    Public symposium

  • 2014 Quantitative Research Training Project: Professional Development through Online Collaboration
    Sholdt, G.
    TESOL 2015 International Convention & English Language Expo, Mar. 2015
    Oral presentation

  • 2014 Quantitative Research Training Project Report
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2014, 40th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2014
    Oral presentation

  • Integrating Study Abroad into an Academic Study Skills Program
    Greer, T., Wang, M., Sholdt, G.
    Task Based Learning and Teaching in Asia 2014, May 2014
    Oral presentation

  • Learning about Quantitative Research Methods: An Online Collaboration
    Sholdt, G.
    JACET 53rd (2014) International Convention, May 2014
    Oral presentation

  • Professional Development through Collaboration on Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    Sendai JALT Chapter Meeting, Apr. 2014
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • The 2014 Quantitative Research Training Project
    Sholdt, G.
    JALT2013, 39th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2013
    Oral presentation

  • Implementing Research Beyond Your Classroom
    Sholdt, G., Stoute, M., Mull, J.
    JALT2013, 39th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Nov. 2013
    Oral presentation

  • Approaches and Opportunities to Get Involved with Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    at Kobe JALT Chapter Meeting, Nov. 2013
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Language Teaching Insights from Other Fields
    Spiri, J., Sholdt, G., al
    JALT2013, 39th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition, Oct. 2013
    Oral presentation

  • Using Moodle to Manage a Collaborative Research Project
    Sholdt, G.
    2012 Temple University Japan Applied Linguistics Colloquium, Feb. 2012
    Oral presentation

  • Collaborative Research: An Approach to Professional Development for Language Teachers
    Sholdt, G.
    at Osaka JALT Chapter Meeting, Jan. 2012
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Professional Development through Collaborative Research: A Writing Fluency Project
    Sholdt, G.
    Public lecture at Sojo University, Dec. 2011
    [Invited]
    Public discourse

  • Quantitative Methods: Seeing the Big Picture
    Sholdt, G.
    In-House workshop for teachers at Sojo International Learning Center, Sojo University, Dec. 2011
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Getting Started with Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    Japan Association for Language Teaching 37th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exposition, Nov. 2011
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Sharing Experiences with Quantitative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    Japan Association for Language Teaching 37th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exposition, Nov. 2011
    Oral presentation

  • Action Research with Quantitative Data
    Sholdt, G.
    Japan Association for Language Teaching 37th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exposition, Nov. 2011
    Oral presentation

  • Developing an Interactive Online Research Methods Course for Language Teachers
    Sholdt Gregory Paul
    2011 Temple University Japan Applied Linguistics Colloquium, Feb. 2011, English, Temple University Japan, Temple University Japan, Osaka Campus, Osaka, Domestic conference
    Oral presentation

  • An Introduction to Quantitative Methods for Classroom-Based Research
    Sholdt, G.
    2010 English Teaching and Research Conference, Oct. 2010, English, Japan Association for Language Teaching, Fukuoka Chapter, Kyushu Sangyo University, Domestic conference
    [Invited]
    Keynote oral presentation

  • Becoming a Teacher-Researcher: The First Study
    Sholdt, G.
    Hokkaido JALT Chapter meeting, Apr. 2010
    Invited oral presentation

  • Professional Development through Collaborative Research
    Sholdt, G.
    2010 Temple University Japan Applied Linguistics Colloquium, Feb. 2010
    Oral presentation

  • The Joy of Action Research: Goals, Principles, & Methods
    Sholdt, G.
    Osaka JALT Chapter Meeting, Dec. 2009
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Becoming a Teacher-Researcher: The First Study
    Sholdt, G.
    Japan Association for Language Teaching 35th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exposition, Nov. 2009
    Oral presentation

  • Enhancing Interaction in Distance Learning: The Two-Way Interactive Web-Based Classroom
    Sholdt, G.
    Kobe University Week International Forum, Nov. 2009
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Doing Teacher Research: Collecting and Analyzing Data
    Sholdt, G.
    Yokohama JALT Chapter Meeting, Jul. 2009
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Zen and the Art of Statistics
    Sholdt, G.
    Kobe JALT Chapter mM, Dec. 2008
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Zen and the Art of Statistics: Core Concepts
    Sholdt, G.
    Japan Association for Language Teaching 34th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exposition, Nov. 2008
    Oral presentation

  • Becoming a Teacher-Researcher: The First Step
    Sholdt, G.
    Japan Association for Language Teaching 34th Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exposition, Nov. 2008
    Poster presentation

  • Student-Made Graded Readers: Bringing ER to ESP
    Sholdt, G.
    Exploring the ESP Paradigm: From Theory to Practice Conference, May 2008
    Oral presentation

  • Does Long-Term Engagement in Extensive Reading Alter Attitudes Toward Reading in English?
    Sholdt, G., Apple, M., Lieb, M.
    2008 Temple University Japan Applied Linguistics Colloquium, Feb. 2008
    Oral presentation

  • Zen and the Art of Statistics
    Sholdt, G.
    Okayama JALT Chapter Meeting, Jul. 2007
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Assigning Extensive Reading: By the Page or By the Book?
    Sholdt, G.
    2007 Temple University Japan Applied Linguistics Colloquium, Feb. 2007
    Oral presentation

  • The Motivational Impact of Introducing Extensive Reading with Classroom Readers
    Lieb, M., Sholdt, G.
    2007 Temple University Japan Applied Linguistics Colloquium, Feb. 2007
    Oral presentation

  • EAP for Intermediate Level University Students
    Strain, S., Fellner, T., Sholdt, G., Lieb, M.
    Japan Association for Language Teaching 32nd Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exposition, Nov. 2006
    Oral presentation

  • Zen and the Art of Statistical Inference
    Sholdt, G.
    Japan Association for Language Teaching 32nd Annual Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exposition, Nov. 2006
    Oral presentation

  • EAP Symposium
    Strain, S., Jackson, S., Sholdt, G., Lieb, M.
    Kobe JALT Chapter Meeting, Oct. 2006
    Invited oral presentation

  • Developing and Implementing an EAP Curriculum for Intermediate Level Students
    Fellner, T., Sholdt, G., Lieb, M.
    2006 Asia TEFL International Conference, Aug. 2006
    Oral presentation

  • Taking the First Step: A Workshop on Action Research Methods
    Sholdt, G.
    2006 Asia TEFL International Conference, Aug. 2006
    Oral presentation

  • Looking for Changes in Attitudes and Motivation of L2 Learners Engaged in Extensive Reading
    Sholdt, G., Apple, M., Martine, L., Lieb, M., Fellner, T.
    2006 Temple University Japan Applied Linguistics Colloqui, Feb. 2006
    Oral presentation

  • Using Records from Weekly Reading Reports as Indicators of Participation in Extensive Reading
    Sholdt, G.
    2006 Temple University Japan Applied Linguistics Colloquium, Feb. 2006
    Oral presentation

  • Exploring Action Research Methods: Examples from an Extensive Reading Program
    Sholdt, G.
    Osaka JALT Chapter Meeting, Feb. 2006
    [Invited]
    Invited oral presentation

  • Student Perceptions of Asking and Answering Questions in the Interactive Television Classroom
    Sholdt, G.
    1995 Hawaii Educational Research Association 17th Annual Conference at the University of Hawaii, Feb. 1995
    Oral presentation

  • Sharing Across Disciplines- Interactive Strategies in Distance Education, Part I: Asking and Answering Questions
    Sholdt, G., Zhang, S., Fulford, C.
    17th National Convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Feb. 1995
    Oral presentation

■ Affiliated Academic Society
  • International Maritime Lecturers Association (IMLA)
    2025 - Present

  • Japan Association of Language Teachers (JALT)
    2004 - Present

■ Research Themes
■ Academic Contribution Activities
  • JALT Journal
    JALT Journal
    Editorial Advisory Board, Consulting Editor (2012-2024)
    Jan. 2007 - Present
    Review

  • Kobe University Admissions Center
    Kobe University Admissions Center
    Apr. 2017 - Mar. 2019
    Review

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