Michael Fitze

I am an enthusiastic teacher who desires to contribute to students' success by modelling inclusion and respect, hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational and communication skills. I have a deep understanding of educational theory and classroom practice, and extensive skill in classroom management and educational technology. I am motivated to help students learn, grow and excel by sharing my knowledge and interests with students and the community.

Ontario College of Teachers (OCT). Registration number 603862

Manitoba Teacher’s Society (MTS). Certificate number TA-83830

Books and Articles:

Fitze, M. & Glasgow, R. (2008, March). Input enhancement and tense formation in Arab EFL writing. In C. Coombe, A. Jendli & P. Davidson (Eds.) Teaching writing skills in English: Theory, research and pedagogy. Dubai, UAE: TESOL Arabia Publications.

Fitze, M. (2008, February). Assessing the benefit of prewriting conferences on drafts. In F. Zhang & B. Barber (Eds.), Handbook of research on computer-enhanced acquisition and learning, 20 - 35. IGI Global.

Fitze, M. (2004, January). Comparing ESL electronic and face-to-face pre-writing conferences: Discourse, participation, and idea transfer. Unpublished master’s thesis, Brock University, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.

Fitze, M. & Glasgow, R. (2009). Comparing the effect of collaborative and non-collaborative pre-writing activities on drafts. Journal of Research in Education. Available online at: http://hied.uark.edu/Fitze_and_Glasgow_-_Article_6.pdf

Fitze, M. & McGarrell, H. (2008, September). Teacher language in ESL face-to-face and written electronic conferences. TESL-EJ, Vol. 12 (2), 1 – 24.

Fitze, M. (2006, January). Discourse and participation in ESL face-to-face and written electronic conferences. Language Learning and Technology, Vol. 10 (1), 67 - 86.

Refereed Conference Papers and Presentations:

Fitze, M. (May 2019). How do students come to know the truth? Critical thinking as core cross-curricular competency. Presentation for the science teacher inquiry project (STIP) at the University of Manitoba. Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.

Fitze, M., & Glasgow, R. (January 2009). Best Practices: Pre-writing collaboration leads to better writing. Paper presented at Access: The 1st Philippine International English Language Conference and 11th UK Education Fair. Manila, Philippines.

Fitze, M. & McGarrell, H.M. (2007, June). Teacher talk in CMC and FTF pre-writing conference settings. Paper presented at the Canadian Association of Applied Linguistics (ACLA/CAAL) Conference. Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada.

Fitze, M. & McGarrell, H.M. (2007, March). Teacher talk in two pre-writing conference conditions. Paper presented at the TESOL 2007 Convention. Seattle, WA, USA.

Fitze, M. (2007, March). Empowering language learners with computer chat. Paper presented at the meeting of TESOL Arabia. Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Fitze, M. (2005, July). TESL / TESOL basic theory. Paper presented at the national re-contracting conference for Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) in the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program (JET Program). Tokyo, Japan.

Fitze, M. (2004, December). Effective vocabulary instruction for Japanese students of English. Paper presented at the mid-year conference for Japanese Teachers of English (JTEs) and Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) in the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program (JET Program, Hokkaido Prefecture). Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan.

Fitze, M., & Nosaka, S. (2003, December). Improving communicative ability in high school English oral communication classes in Japan. Paper presented at the mid-year conference for Japanese Teachers of English (JTEs) and Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) in the Japan Exchange and Teaching Program (JET Program, Hokkaido Prefecture). Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan.

Fitze, M., & McGarrell, H. (2001, November). Book reviews on extensive reading assignments: Keeping students motivated. Paper presented at the meeting of Teachers of English as a Second Language (TESL, Ontario Chapter). Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Selected Workshops and Seminars:

Fitze, M., & Glasgow, R. (March 2009). Targeting student writing with appropriate prewriting activities. Seminar presented at Zayed University by special invitation. Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Fitze, M., & Glasgow, R. (February 2009). How pre-writing collaboration can lead to better writing. Seminar presented at Dubai Women’s College as part of the research series for faculty. Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Fitze, M. (2007, June). Current issues in teaching vocabulary. Seminar presented at Dubai Women’s College as part of the research series for faculty. Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Fitze, M. (2007, April). Teaching vocabulary to intermediate ESL students in Canada. Seminar presented for members of the Second Language Institute at the University of Ottawa. Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

Fitze, M. (2006, December). Why use computer chat in English class? Seminar presented at Dubai Women’s College as part of the research series for faculty. Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Fitze, M. (2004, February). Using a Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) system to teach oral communication. Demonstration class and seminar presented at Asahigaoka high school for Japanese Teachers of English (JTEs) and Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) in the Japanese Exchange and Teaching Program (JET Program, Hokkaido Prefecture). Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan.