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Mccarthy, Tanya Miranda

Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences Senior Lecturer/ Junior Associate Professor

Mccarthy, Tanya Miranda
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    Last Updated :2025/05/27

    Basic Information

    Email Address

    • Email Address

      mccarthy.tanyamiranda.7nkyoto-u.ac.jp

    Professional Memberships

    • From Jul. 2022, To Present
      IATEFL (International Association for Teachers of English as a Foreign Language)
    • From Jun. 2022, To Present
      JALT (Japan Association for Language Teachers)

    Academic Degree

    • M.A.(TEFL/TESL)(University of Birmingham)
    • Ph.D.(Linguistics)(Macquarie University)

    Academic Resume (Graduate Schools)

    • University of Birmingham, Department of English Language and Applied Linguistics, TEFL/TESL, 修了
    • Macquarie University, Department of Linguistics, Faculty of Human Sciences, Linguistics, 修了

    Academic Resume (Undergraduate School/Majors)

    • University of the West Indies, Faculty of Humanities and Education, English Literature, 卒業

    Research History

    • From Apr. 2014, To Mar. 2016
      Kyushu University
    • From Apr. 2008, To Present
      Kanda University of International Studies
    • From Apr. 2007, To Present
      Ehime University

    Profile

    • Profile

      Tanya McCarthy has been working in the field of EFL since 2002. Her professional interests are Self-Access, Language Learning Advising, Literature in the L2 classroom, Self-Directed Learning and Curriculum Development.

    Language of Instruction

    • English

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      Research

      Research Topics, Overview of the research

      • Research Topics

        Learner Autonomy; Self-Access; Self-Directed Learning; Peer Dialogue; Graduate Professional Development
      • Overview of the research

        My research area has always centered around Learner Autonomy and Self-Directed Learning.I have published and presented my research internationally and am a member of various academic societies focused on helping learners to be more active in their learning.

      Research Interests

      • Inclusivity
      • Dialogue
      • Peer Review
      • Language Learning Advising
      • Curriculum Development
      • Literature in the L2 classroom
      • Self-Access
      • Learner Autonomy

      Research Areas

      • Humanities & social sciences, Foreign language education, Learner Autonomy

      Papers

      • Dialogue: A Core Element in the Learning Process
        Tanya McCarthy; Matthew Armstrong
        JALT PanSIG Journal, 2024, Peer-reviewed, Lead author
      • The future of English as the lingua franca for young scientists in EFL contexts
        Tanya McCarthy
        ECLL Official Conference Proceedings, 09 Sep. 2024, Lead author
      • An atypical case of materials development: Reflections on a bottom-up process of teacher leadership
        Timothy Stewart; Sara Schipper; Tanya McCarthy; David Lees; Catherine LeBlanc
        Folio: Journal of the Materials Development Association, Sep. 2024, Peer-reviewed
      • Graduate Student Professional Development: Identifying Core Components
        Tanya McCarthy
        The Asian Conference on Education 2022: Official Conference Proceedings, 01 Feb. 2023, Lead author
      • Overcoming language barriers and boundaries: Video-mediated eTandem
        Tanya M. McCarthy; Matthew I. Armstrong
        Bulletin Suisse de Linguistique Appliquée No spécial, 2021, Aug. 2021, Peer-reviewed, Lead author
      • Active Participation in a Sci-Tech Community: Collaborative Peer Review
        Mathew Armstrong; Tanya McCarthy
        JALT Postconference Publication - Issue 2020.1; August 2021, 01 Aug. 2021, Peer-reviewed, Corresponding author
      • Peer-Assisted Learning: Revisiting the dyadic interaction process in L2 academic writing
        Tanya M. McCarthy; Matthew I. Armstrong
        Asian EFL Journal, May 2019, Peer-reviewed
      • Developing an Informal Tandem Learning Scheme for Young Researchers and Academics
        McCarthy; Tanya M; Armstrong, M. I
        IAFOR The International Academic Forum, 2019, Lead author
      • Exploring Inner Speech as a Psycho-educational Resource for Language Learning Advisors
        Tanya M McCarthy
        Applied Linguistics, 01 Apr. 2018, Peer-reviewed
      • One Year Later: Students' Visualizations of "Independent-Mindedness" in the L2 University Classroom
        McCarthy Tanya
        The Learner Development Journal, Nov. 2017, Peer-reviewed, Lead author
      • Exploring Language Learning Advisors’ Practical Knowledge: A taxonomic perspective
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        PanSIG Journal, 2017, Peer-reviewed, Lead author
      • Real-life tasks in the classroom as a potential for transfer
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        PanSIG Journal, 2015, Peer-reviewed
      • Renegotiating the TOEIC: A self-directed learning approach
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        The Language Teacher, 2014, Peer-reviewed
      • An exploratory research into the inner dialogue of eight learning advisors
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Macquarie University, 2013
      • Levels of reflection: The mirror, the microscope and the binoculars
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        International Journal of Self-Directed Learning, 2013, Peer-reviewed
      • Interactive Independent Learning Fair
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Independent Learning Association, 2013
      • Blending self-access and classroom learning
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Working Papers in Language Education, 2012
      • A psychological approach to exploring the decision-making skills of a learning advisor
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Working Papers in Language Education, 2011
      • An introduction to the self-access course at Kanda University of International Studies
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Working Papers in Language Education, 2011
      • Developing a classroom-based self-access learning course: A course evaluation
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        ELTWO Journal, 2011, Peer-reviewed
      • Pan-Korean English Teachers’ Association Conference
        Tanya M. McCarthy; with K. Tho
        IATEFL LASIG Independence Newsletter, 2011
      • Integrating project-based learning into a traditional skills-based curriculum to foster learner autonomy: an action research
        McCarthy Tanya
        The Journal of Kanda University of International Studies, Mar. 2010
      • Breaking down the dialog: building a framework of advising discourse
        McCarthy Tanya
        Studies in linguistics and language teaching, 2010
      • A reflective case study: Learning as a professional practice
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Working Papers in Language Education, 2010
      • Reflective self-study: Fostering learner autonomy
        Tanya M. McCarthy; with; J. Noguchi
        JALT2009 Conference Proceedings, 2010, Peer-reviewed
      • Exploring goal-oriented action learning in independent study
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Working Papers in Language Education, 2009
      • Learning independently with English songs
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Working Papers in Language Education, 2009
      • Integrating Project-based learning into a traditional skills-based curriculum to foster learner autonomy: An action research
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        The Journal of Kanda University of International Studies, 2009
      • What learning advisors do
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Learning Learning, 2009, Peer-reviewed
      • Music and song beyond the classroom: Strategies to aid the language learning process
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        CamTESOL Conference on English Language Teaching: Selected Papers, 2009, Peer-reviewed
      • Implementing curriculum change: A “bottom-up” approach
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        JALT2008 Conference Proceedings, 2009, Peer-reviewed
      • Enter the dragon: Seeking new paths to learner autonomy
        Tanya M. McCarthy; with; J. Mynard; A. Stewar
        Learning Learning, 2009, Peer-reviewed, Invited
      • Classroom research using Project-Based Learning to foster Learner Autonomy
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        The University of Birmingham, 2008
      • Nature and/or Nurture? An analysis of biological and cultural determinants in Edgar Mittelholzer’s Kaywana Trilogy
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        University of the West Indies, 1994

      Presentations

      • The Benefit of Peer Review in a World of AI-Generated Content
        Matthew Armstrong; Tanya McCarthy
        JALT2024, 17 Nov. 2024
      • The Future of English as the Lingua Franca for Young Scientists in EFL Contexts
        Tanya McCarthy
        ECLL2024, 12 Jul. 2024
      • Promoting Critical Dialogue as a Core Element in the Learning Process
        Tanya McCarthy; Matthew Armstrong
        PanSIG2024, 25 May 2024
      • Learner Profiles: A Holistic Approach to Understanding the Whole Learner
        Tanya McCarthy
        IATEFL2023, Apr. 2023
      • Graduate Student Personal and Professional Development
        Tanya McCarthy
        The International Society for Self-Directed Learning (ISSDL2023), Feb. 2023
      • Graduate Student Professional Development: Identifying Core Principles.
        Tanya McCarthy
        The 14th Asian Conference on Education (ACE2022), Nov. 2022
      • Transferring Knowledge and Skills to New Contexts: Learner Perspectives
        Tanya McCarthy
        JALT2022, Nov. 2022
      • Emergency Remote Learning: Learner perceptions & readiness for autonomy
        Tanya McCarthy
        JALT2021, Nov. 2021
      • Tandem Learning Revisited: Autonomy, Reciprocity, and Collaboration
        Tanya McCarthy
        AILA2020, Aug. 2021
      • Peer-feedback from three perspectives: Face-to-face, Online, and Hyflex
        Tanya McCarthy
        CamTESOL2021, 07 Feb. 2021
      • Corrective peer-feedback in an ICT academic writing context
        Tanya McCarthy
        ISSDL Summit 2021, 04 Feb. 2021
      • Widening participation in a SciTech community
        Tanya McCarthy Matthew Armstrong
        JALT2020, 22 Nov. 2020
      • iLearn: A SciTech initiative to increase outreach
        Tanya McCarthy; Matthew Armstrong
        EUROCALL2020, 20 Aug. 2020
      • Overcoming language barriers and boundaries: Video-mediated eTandem collaboration
        Tanya McCarthy; Matthew Armstrong
        VALS-ASLA 2020 Conference of the Swiss Association for Applied Linguistics, 14 Feb. 2020
      • Developing an Informal Tandem Learning Scheme for Young Researchers and Academics
        Tanya McCarthy; Matthew Armstrong
        The Asian Conference on Education (ACE) 2019, 01 Nov. 2019
      • One year later: Students’ visualization of “independent-mindedness” in the L2 university classroom
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        IATEFL, Apr. 2018
      • What Constitutes a Quality Literary Discussion?
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        AILA World Congress, Jul. 2017
      • Simulation, flipped classrooms and Reflection-on-learning: Learner Autonomy in Practice?
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        AILA World Congress, Jul. 2017
      • Transitioning from high school to university: Challenges and opportunities of independent learning in EFL classes
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        14th AsiaTEFL and 11th FEELTA International Conference, Jun. 2016
      • Standards of Knowledge for the professional practice of Language Learning Advising
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        The 15th PanSIG Conference, May 2016
      • Transitioning from high school to university: Challenges and opportunities of independent learning in EFL classes
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        The 30th International Self-Directed Learning Symposium, Feb. 2016
      • Engaging students through Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        13th AsiaTEFL International Conference, Nov. 2015
      • Inner dialogue as a psycho-educational resource for language learning advisors
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        AILA World Congress 2014: One World/Many Languages, Aug. 2014
      • Active Learning: Real-life tasks in the classroom
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        The 13th PanSIG Conference, May 2014
      • Collaboration and Revitalization in English Language Education ラーニングコモンズを利用した PBL 型 EAP 教育としての模擬国際会議開催の試み
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        JACET2013, Aug. 2013
      • Learning Communities A tool to facilitate development
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        The 12th PanSIG Conference, May 2013
      • Renegotiating the TOEIC: A self-directed approach
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        The Asian Conference on Language Learning (ACLL), Apr. 2013
      • Levels of reflection: The mirror, the microscope and the binoculars
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        International Society for Self-Directed Learning (ISSDL) 2013, Feb. 2013
      • Developmental vs. Prescriptive advising: What do learners want?
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Independent Learning Association Conference (ILAC) 2012, Aug. 2012
      • Building a framework of advising: An evolving model
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Advising for Language Learning, Nov. 2011
      • Blending self-access language learning with classroom instruction
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        PKETA 2011 International Conference: New Directions for Teaching English, Sep. 2011
      • Building independent language learning skills through self-access courses
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Hawaii TESOL 2011, Feb. 2011
      • Creative tools for the language advising process
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        JALT2010, Nov. 2010
      • A psychological approach to exploring the decision-making skills of a learning advisor
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        The Fourth CLS International Conference (CLaSIC) 2010, Oct. 2010
      • Reflective learning as a professional practice
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        TESOL: Reimaging TESOL, Mar. 2010
      • Reflections in self-study modules
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        JALT2009: The Teaching-Learning Dialogue An Active Mirror, Nov. 2009
      • Achieving your G.O.A.L
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Independent Learning Association Conference Hong Kong (ILAC) 2009, Jun. 2009
      • Using songs for independent study
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        5th CamTESOL Conference on English Language Teaching, Feb. 2009
      • Learner and advisor perceptions of independent self-study modules
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        JALT2008, Nov. 2008
      • The Power of Innovative Collaboration
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        JALT2008: Shared Identities: Our interweaving thread, Nov. 2008
      • Creating an environment for active learning
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Professional Development Workshop for Assistant Language Teachers on the JET program, Nov. 2004
      • Enhancing Student Motivation
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Professional Development Workshop for Assistant Language Teachers on the JET program, Jun. 2004
      • Tricks of the Trade
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Professional Development Workshop for Assistant Language Teachers on the JET program, Nov. 2003
      • The Older JET
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Professional Development Workshop for Assistant Language Teachers on the JET program, Jul. 2003
      • Community Involvement and Making friends in Japan
        Tanya M. McCarthy
        Professional Development Workshop for Assistant Language Teachers on the JET program, Jul. 2003

      Books and Other Publications

      External funds: Kakenhi

      • Facilitating Scientific Research and Intercultural Exchange through TaLL
        Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
        Basic Section 02100:Foreign language education-related
        Kyoto University
        Tanya McCarthy
        From 01 Apr. 2019, To 31 Mar. 2022, Project Closed
        Collaborative Research;Tandem Language Learning;Social Constructionism;Learner Autonomy;Professional Development;Self-Directed Learning;Teacher Autonomy;Curriculum Analysis;Peer to Peer Dialogue;Peer-to-Peer Exchange
      • Dialogue and Learner Development: A Phenomenological Approach
        Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
        Basic Section 02100:Foreign language education-related
        Kyoto University
        Mccarthy Tanya
        From 01 Apr. 2022, To 31 Mar. 2025, Granted
        Learner Development;Meaningful Dialogue;Reciprocity;Collaboration;Phenomenology;Professional Development;Dialogue
      • Reasonable Accommodation: Creating a Framework for Students with Disabilities in Japanese Higher Education Institutions
        Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
        Basic Section 02100:Foreign language education-related
        Kyoto University
        Mccarthy Tanya
        From 01 Apr. 2025, To 31 Mar. 2028, Adopted
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        Education

        Teaching subject(s)

        • From 01 Apr. 2024, To 31 Mar. 2025
          English Writing-Listening A
          R107, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2024, To 31 Mar. 2025
          Academic Discussion
          G303, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2024, To 31 Mar. 2025
          Academic Discussion
          G303, Fall, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2024, To 31 Mar. 2025
          English Writing-Listening B
          R108, Fall, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2024, To 31 Mar. 2025
          Academic Discussion(All Faculties, English)-E3
          W240, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2024, To 31 Mar. 2025
          Academic Discussion(All Faculties, English)-E3
          W240, Fall, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2024, To 31 Mar. 2025
          Presentation for Graduate Students
          G301, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 1
        • From 01 Apr. 2023, To 31 Mar. 2024
          English Writing-Listening B
          R108, Fall, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2023, To 31 Mar. 2024
          English Writing-Listening A
          R107, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2023, To 31 Mar. 2024
          Listening and Note Taking (All Faculties, English)-E3
          W213, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2023, To 31 Mar. 2024
          Listening and Note Taking (All Faculties, English)-E3
          W213, Fall, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2023, To 31 Mar. 2024
          Presentation for Graduate Students
          G301, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 1
        • From 01 Apr. 2022, To 31 Mar. 2023
          Listening and Note Taking (All Faculties, English)-E3
          W213, Fall, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2022, To 31 Mar. 2023
          English Writing-Listening B
          R108, Fall, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2022, To 31 Mar. 2023
          English Writing-Listening A
          R107, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2022, To 31 Mar. 2023
          Listening and Note Taking (All Faculties, English)-E3
          W213, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 2
        • From 01 Apr. 2022, To 31 Mar. 2023
          Presentation for Graduate Students
          G301, Spring, Institute for Liberal Arts and Sciences, 1
        • From Apr. 2019, To Mar. 2020
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2019, To Mar. 2020
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          Listening and Note Taking (All Faculties, English)-E3
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          Listening and Note Taking (All Faculties, English)-E3
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2020, To Mar. 2021
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          Listening and Note Taking (All Faculties, English)-E3
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          Listening and Note Taking (All Faculties, English)-E3
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目
        • From Apr. 2021, To Mar. 2022
          English Writing-Listening B
          Fall, 全学共通科目
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          English Writing-Listening A
          Spring, 全学共通科目

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