"We will explore why and how an MA thesis director introduces autoethnography as an alternative research discourse to MA English thesis students, and examine student responses. Pedagogical implications, teaching resources, and thesis examples will be presented in order to highlight the myriad creative possibilities for using autoethnography to both celebrate and interrogate literature, literacy, and language."
Marlen has been working in the fragrance industry since 1990. Having started in sales and line representation, he later began...
This manuscript - a duoethnography - seeks to examine the rationale for the increased use of autoethnography as a tool to promote/support language learner autonomy.
The American Society of Perfumers (ASP) will hold its 54th annual symposium June 2 at the Marriott Marquis on Broadway in New York, NY....
Marlen was currently interviewed by a UK-based writer for a forthcoming article on language and technology. Here’s what he had...
So, who are you? Well? Do you hear me talking to you? Won’t you say something? Why are you in my house?
Presentations from the 1st Annual Graduate Research Conference, Tiffin University, Ohio: Keynote, “Creating Opportunities for Student Professional Development in Online Programs”; March, 2019
"The purpose of the studies was to examine aspects of keypal email exchange projects currently in development in English language classes at two Japanese universities: One purpose of these studies was to look at pedagogical aspects of the project, including implementation, and perceived and long-term benefits of such projects."
A vital part of my teaching pedagogy involves metacognition and reflective writing. The following are excerpts from mid-course and final...
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"Two main themes, the loss of control and isolation, are examined, and an existential interpretation is paired with insight from Buddhist psychology. Finally, we conclude with implications for future research in sport and migration studies as well as practical considerations for the use of autoethnography in psychological research and practice."
When a heartbroken but headstrong temple assistant in the 13th century BC Mesopotamian land of Ashur is befriended by the...











