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  1. Optimizing distributed practice online: A conceptual replication of Cepeda et al. (2009) – ADDENDUM

    Article • Studies in Second Language Acquisition, August 2025, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  2. Analysis of smartphone-based flashcard apps for second language vocabulary acquisition

    Article • Computer Assisted Language Learning, March 2025, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  3. Optimizing distributed practice online

    Article • Studies in Second Language Acquisition, January 2025, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  4. Efficiency trumps aptitude: Individualizing computer-assisted second language vocabulary learning

    Article • ReCALL, October 2024, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  5. On effective learning of English collocations: From perspectives of distributed practice and semantic restructuring

    Article • TESOL Journal, October 2023, Wiley

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  6. Costs and Benefits of Spacing for Second Language Vocabulary Learning: Does Relearning Override the Positive and Negative Effects of Spacing?

    Article • Language Learning, December 2022, Wiley

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  7. Effects of distributed practice on the acquisition of verb-noun collocations

    Article • Studies in Second Language Acquisition, June 2022, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  8. DOMAIN-GENERAL AUDITORY PROCESSING EXPLAINS MULTIPLE DIMENSIONS OF L2 ACQUISITION IN ADULTHOOD

    Article • Studies in Second Language Acquisition, November 2020, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  9. Examining the Validity of the LexTALE Test for Japanese College Students

    Article • The Journal of AsiaTEFL, June 2020, The Journal of Asia TEFL

    Yu Tamura, Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  10. Effects of spacing on contextual vocabulary learning: Spacing facilitates the acquisition of explicit, but not tacit, vocabulary knowledge

    Article • Second language Research, June 2020, SAGE Publications

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata, Dr Irina Elgort

  11. Effects of Distributed Retrieval Practice Over a Semester: Cumulative Tests as a Way to Facilitate Second Language Vocabulary Learning

    Article • TESOL Quarterly, May 2020, Wiley

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  12. Empirical Feasibility of the Desirable Difficulty Framework: Toward More Systematic Research on L2 Practice for Broader Pedagogical Implications

    Article • Modern Language Journal, January 2020, Wiley

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  13. The Desirable Difficulty Framework as a Theoretical Foundation for Optimizing and Researching Second Language Practice

    Article • Modern Language Journal, August 2019, Wiley

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  14. Optimizing Second Language Practice in the Classroom: Perspectives from Cognitive Psychology

    Article • Modern Language Journal, August 2019, Wiley

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  15. Mixing Grammar Exercises Facilitates Long‐Term Retention: Effects of Blocking, Interleaving, and Increasing Practice

    Article • Modern Language Journal, July 2019, Wiley

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  16. EFFECTS OF MASSING AND SPACING ON THE LEARNING OF SEMANTICALLY RELATED AND UNRELATED WORDS

    Article • Studies in Second Language Acquisition, September 2018, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  17. Corrective Feedback in Second Language Teaching and Learning

    Article • April 2017, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  18. DOES REPEATED PRACTICE MAKE PERFECT? THE EFFECTS OF WITHIN-SESSION REPEATED RETRIEVAL ON SECOND LANGUAGE VOCABULARY LEARNING

    Article • Studies in Second Language Acquisition, August 2016, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  19. Effects of retrieval formats on second language vocabulary learning

    Article • IRAL - International Review of Applied Linguistics in Language Teaching, January 2016, De Gruyter

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  20. DOES STUDYING VOCABULARY IN SMALLER SETS INCREASE LEARNING?

    Article • Studies in Second Language Acquisition, August 2015, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  21. EFFECTS OF EXPANDING AND EQUAL SPACING ON SECOND LANGUAGE VOCABULARY LEARNING

    Article • Studies in Second Language Acquisition, April 2015, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  22. Effects of feedback timing on second language vocabulary learning: Does delaying feedback increase learning?

    Article • Language Teaching Research, July 2014, SAGE Publications

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  23. Do the cognacy characteristics of loanwords make them more easily learned than noncognates?

    Article • Language Teaching Research, July 2014, SAGE Publications

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  24. Lip-Sync Personal Authentication System Using Movement Feature of Lip

    Article • July 2013, Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers (IEEE)

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  25. Web-Based Lexical Resources

    Article • November 2012, Wiley

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  26. Computer-assisted second language vocabulary learning in a paired-associate paradigm: a critical investigation of flashcard software

    Article • Computer Assisted Language Learning, February 2011, Taylor & Francis

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata

  27. English vocabulary learning with word lists, word cards and computers: implications from cognitive psychology research for optimal spaced learning

    Article • ReCALL, January 2008, Cambridge University Press

    Dr Tatsuya Nakata