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Annual Business Meeting and Constitutional Amendments
KOTESOL’s annual business meeting (ABM) will be held on Sunday, October 13, at 4:15, following the closing ceremony of the international conference. Reports on KOTESOL’s past year will be given, and election results will be announced.
At the ABM, proposed amendments to the constitution and by-laws may be voted on. As any proposed change to the KOTESOL constitution or by-laws must be made available, with endorsements, at least 30 days prior to the vote [for details, see Constitution and By-laws], we ask that any proposal be sent to president@koreatesol.org by August 30 for posting...
By Webeditor President on August 18, 2019 - 2:29pm | 0 Comments | President's Corner |Read more2020 Call for Nominations Opens - KOTESOL National Leadership Positions
KOTESOL is only as good as its members, and KOTESOL leadership is only as good as the volunteer leaders that step up to run for office.
Nominations deadline: September 30th, 2020, at 23:59.
Check out who is running!
KOTESOL is now accepting nominations for the following national council positions:
President 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Secretary Treasurer International Conference Committee Co-Chair Nominations & Elections Committee ChairTake a look at KOTESOL’s Bylaws.
Qualifications
All members of the Council must be members in...
By Webeditor Elections on August 2, 2019 - 11:11am | 0 Comments | Nominations & Elections Committee |Read morePrizes! Update Your Private Member Data!
Your personal information is private!
But KOTESOL uses members' sociodemographic information to help shape services and programs we offer.
Please update your User Profile on the koreatesol.org website: your postal mailing address (listed under "Edit"; please do this even if you don't receive postal mail from us), education & qualifications, experience as a teacher, etc.
https://koreatesol.org/user
Two free one-year memberships will be awarded through a lottery to those who have completed/updated their profiles since June 20th. Competition ends Oct 21, 2019...
By Webeditor Membership on August 1, 2019 - 6:32am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreDr. Farrell Initiates Reflective Practice Award
Dr. Thomas Farrell has created an annual award for reflective practice among Korea TESOL members:
Thomas Farrell Reflective Language Teacher Award.
The award is for the promotion of reflective practice and reflective inquiry, especially in Korea and in relation to the Korean educational context. Before relocating to his present position at Brock University in Canada, Dr. Farrell spent his early career as a university instructor in Seoul, beginning 40 years ago.
The award winner will receive
ㅡ Four (4) autographed books by Thomas Farrell on reflective practice...
KOTESOL's Non-Discrimination Policy
In addition to our newly created Code of Conduct, Korea TESOL has in place a Non-Discrimination Policy. As it is already more than two years old, we thought it would be useful to remind our members and the community of practice of its existance.
The Korea TESOL Non-Discrimination Policy can be accessed and downloaded at
https://koreatesol.org/content/non-discrimination-policy
David E. Shaffer, Korea TESOL President
By Webeditor President on July 24, 2019 - 1:34am | 0 Comments | President's Corner |Read moreKorea TESOL Mid-Year Update: 2019
Marching Onward
KOTESOL Marches Onward (Update of Activities: January ㅡ June 2019)
This first half of 2019 has been wonderful for Korea and for KOTESOL. The weather has been beautiful for hosting a spring full of chapter workshops across the peninsula, chapter conferences in three corners of the nation, and just recently our national conference in Jeonju. KOTESOL works hard to bring to its members informative, top-quality conferencing events that lead to the strengthening of learning in the EFL classroom, and to do it at as little cost to its members as possible.
Our...
By Webeditor President on July 24, 2019 - 12:17am | 0 Comments | President's Corner |Read moreKOTESOL Code of Conduct
Following the trend of the times for organizations such as ours and the decrease in filtering that is being observed in SNS as well as face-to-face communications, Korea TESOL has found it advantageous to create a Code of Conduct, approved by the National Council, to guide everyone in communications and other interactions with Korea TESOL and its members at any of its events ㅡ conventional or online.
Though I am confident in the conduct of our Korea TESOL membership, it is still useful to familiarize oneself with this Code of Conduct, as it sets forth not only unacceptable behavior...
By Webeditor President on July 23, 2019 - 10:34pm | 0 Comments | President's Corner |Read moreRepresent KOTESOL at upcoming TESOL Asia conferences
TESOL Asia has provided KOTESOL with 2 pre-vetted presentation slots for each of 2 upcoming TESOL Asia conferences in Indonesia. These are *speaker grants* (You will be provided with a free presentation slot at the conference. All other expenses will be up to the selected representative.)
3rd Women in TESOL Conference
“Future of Women Educators at the Start of a New Decade.”
August 5-7, 2019 at the Ganesha University of Education in Bali, Indonesia
https://womenintesol.org/2019conference/
Deadline for applying to KOTESOL: July 8th, 2019...
2019 DCC KOTESOL November Symposium Call for Papers
2019 DCC KOTESOL November Symposium
Beyond Borders: EFL Linking the World
November 23 (Saturday), 2019 Woosong University, Daejeon, Republic of Korea
Would you like to present at this year's DCC November Symposium? Click the pdf below and submit your application!
By Webeditor Daejeon on July 1, 2019 - 7:11pm | 0 Comments | Daejeon-Chungcheong |Read moreIntroducing the Women & Gender Equality SIG
Introducing our newest SIG:
Women & Gender Equality Special Interest Group
The purpose of the Women & Gender Equality SIG is to provide a positive environment for women teachers (including women who are trans and gender non-binary, Korean nationals and Korean diaspora, and expat women of color) in Korea to discuss gender issues and to create a platform to educate teachers on gender issues in the ROK and as global citizens. The SIG is open to all supporters of gender equality, regardless of the gender of the supporter. The SIG will work to provide quality content for the classroom...
By Webeditor 2nd Vice-President on July 1, 2019 - 6:20pm | 0 Comments | |Read moreRepresent KOTESOL at the 2019 ELTAM/Mongolia TESOL, 2020 ThaiTESOL or 2020 CamTESOL Conference
How would you like to represent KOTESOL at the 2019 ELTAM/Mongolia TESOL Conference, the 2020 Thailand TESOL Conference, or the 2020 CamTESOL Conference? KOTESOL is looking for a representative for:
the 2019 ELTAM/Mongolia TESOL conference, to be held on September 27-29, 2019 in Ulaanbaatar. *This is a speaker grant* (You will be provided with a free, unvetted presentation slot at the conference. All other expenses will be up to the selected representative.) the 2020 ThaiTESOL conference, January 30-February 1, 2020 in Bangkok. This is also a PAC Conference. *This is a travel... By Webeditor Outreach on July 1, 2019 - 10:16am | 0 Comments | International Outreach Committee (IOC) |Read more
Proposal Notifications - International Conference 2019
We have sent out Acceptance/ Wait-List/ Denial notifications for the 2019 International Conference. If you submitted a proposal, please check your e-mail. From time to time, our notifications get filtered into a Spam folder.
Also, please know that if you submitted as part of a group of presenters, the notice of Acceptance/ Wait-List/ Denial went to whomever was listed as the lead presenter (Presenter 1) on the submission form. This is usually also the person who submits the proposal on behalf of your presentation group. Conversely, if you are the lead presenter, kindly share the...
By Webeditor International Conference on June 21, 2019 - 2:56pm | 0 Comments | 2019 KOTESOL International Conference |Read moreDaegu-Gyeongbuk KOTESOL Regional Conference
The conference theme was selected to highlight the work and self-care of educators, beyond the classroom – who we are, what we are, how we teach, our inner wellbeing, and how that resonates back to the classroom. In Korea TESOL and Daegu-Gyeongbuk Chapter, we are Teachers Helping Teachers. We work to facilitate professional development for one's colleagues through conferences, symposia, workshops, and SIG meetings. That work ultimately contributes to the educator's own professional development and manifests itself in the classroom. We welcome you to join us.
Location: ...
By Webeditor Daegu on June 16, 2019 - 6:13pm | 0 Comments | Daegu-Gyeongbuk |Read moreWelcome to the 2019 International Conference Publicity Team
The Korea TESOL International Conference (IC) is the biggest event on the KOTESOL calendar, with about two-hundred sessions and close to a thousand attendees. It is a big event with a lot to offer, and the IC publicity team plays a huge role in getting the word out and ensuring that all the pertinent information is available and easy to find.
Please welcome the 2019 International Conference Committee members; Wayne Finley, Karla Sheperd, Cyril Reyes, Deborah Suarez, Sunil Mahtani, and Jan de Beer.
By Webeditor Media on June 13, 2019 - 9:59pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read moreTEC - The Summer 2019 Issue Now Online
Summer is just around the corner. That means more reading time for a number of us. And for your ELT reading pleasure, the Summer issue of The English Connection (TEC) is available online. Read about the upcoming International Conference, at-risk students, Korean education mis-beliefs, NK refugees, writing feedback, and air pollution lessons.
Dr. Farrell writes on reflecting on EMI, and Dr. Kelly writes on the mis-diagnose of weak working memory as bad attitude.
Members can start reading now at the link below (but remember to log in first).
Web: https://koreatesol.org/...
By Webeditor Publications on June 6, 2019 - 12:55pm | 0 Comments | The English Connection (TEC) |Read moreTwo New SIGs
Introducing two new SIGs:
Classroom Management SIG
The purpose of the Classroom management Special Interest Group is to foster thoughtful examination of the interaction of dynamics between teachers, learners, and classroom.
Facilitator: James Jake KImball - Email: ilejake@gmail.com
Website: https://koreatesol.org/content/classroom-management
People of Color Teachers SIG
As POC teachers living and working in South Korea, we are constantly exposed to a vast range of social justice issues, the ramifications of which largely creating a sense of otherness...
By Webeditor 2nd Vice-President on June 3, 2019 - 5:59pm | 0 Comments | |Read moreDCC Summer Picnic
Daejeon-Chungcheong Summer Picnic
Satuday, June 15th, 2019
from 13:00-17:00
Hi everyone,
It's time for the 2019 Daejeon-Chungcheong KOTESOL Summer Picnic!
We'll have it at the barbecue areas on the riverside next to Expo Bridge (Hanbat Arboretum side) - the same place as last year. There'll be food, games, and hopefully plenty of sun! We'll have a potluck as usual, and anyone is welcome to attend - friends, family, and kids are all welcome - this is for everyone.
The chapter will provide some food (including hotdogs!) and drinks, games materials and...
By Webeditor Daejeon on May 31, 2019 - 8:24pm | 0 Comments | Daejeon-Chungcheong |Read moreRepresentatives Chosen for International Partner Conferences
Congratulations to the following KOTESOL members who have been chosen to represent us at some of our international partners' conferences. Keep an eye out for some other upcoming calls for representatives. These calls are usually announced on the KOTESOL Facebook group, and when possible, included in the monthly KOTESOL eNews.
James Rush (member of the Publicity Committee) will be representing us at TEFLIN 2019 (August 8-10, 2019, Medan, Indonesia). Rhea Metituk (Busan chapter president) will be representing us at MELTA 2019 (August 13-15, 2019, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia)... By Webeditor Outreach on May 31, 2019 - 7:36pm | 0 Comments | International Outreach Committee (IOC) |Read more
National Council Meeting Scheduled
The next KOTESOL National Council Meeting has been scheduled for June 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The location is the Eric Reynolds facility in Daejeon, directly across the street from the Daejeon Bus Terminal (Willow Counseling Center, 8th floor, Big Plus building).
Travel claim processing from 10:00 a.m.
By Webeditor President on May 30, 2019 - 11:03pm | 0 Comments | President's Corner |Read moreDiversity Committee Formed
In its efforts to promote inclusiveness and strengthen diversity within Korea TESOL as an teachers' organization, the National Council approved the creation of an ad hoc Diversity Committee.
The committee is tasked with discussing and proposing actionable means by which KOTESOL can increasingly be welcoming to all EFL professionals.
Luis Caballero has been selected as the Committee's chair. Luis is a foreign language instructor at the Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST). He serves as the Program director for the 2019 International Conference. Luis has...
By Webeditor President on May 30, 2019 - 10:55pm | 0 Comments | President's Corner |Read moreK. Kelley Receives Service Award
This year's National Conference in Jeonju (May 25) saw the awarding of a KOTESOL Career Service Award. It was bestowed upon Kathleen Kelley by the KOTESOL President. Kathleen will soon be returning to the United States to take up a position in Pennsylvania.
During her time in Korea, Kathleen's service to KOTESOL included Busan-Gyeongnam Chapter president, 2018 International Conference Committee chair and 2017 co-chair, and at present, Publicity Committee, a position that she has held for several years.
We shall miss the service that Kathleen has provided in "Teachers Helping...
By Webeditor President on May 30, 2019 - 10:12pm | 0 Comments | President's Corner |Read moreSummer Plans?
KOTESOL volunteers often tackle new projects during summer vacations.
Things can be done from any location - this includes highly visible projects with imagery and texts for conferences, publications, and website, and behind-the-scenes tasks that make the visible work better.
We'd really appreciate some more hands. We can tailor work to fit your interests, skills, and time availability.
Please lend a hand!
admin@koreatesol.org
By Webeditor National on May 30, 2019 - 7:32pm | 0 Comments | KOTESOL |Read moreHow to publish a lot ... Articles!
There is all kinds of writing for all kinds of audiences.
A group of KOTESOL's PhD have presented a guide
How to Publish a Lot and Still (Kind of) Have a Life: Tips and Tricks for PhD Students and Early-Career Academics
https://koreatesol.org/content/how-publish-lot-and-still-kind-have-life-...
in the Articles section of the koreatesol.org website. This is a transcript of a writing workshop recently offered by the Daejeon chapter of KOTESOL at their Fall 2018 Symposium.
We welcome your manuscripts in various format, for our Articles section of the website...
By Webeditor Publications on May 15, 2019 - 7:55am | 0 Comments | KOTESOL |Read moreWanted -- Copy Editors & Proofreaders
The English Connection (TEC), KOTESOL's ELT magazine, is currently looking for copy editors/proofreaders.
Copy-editing or proofreading experience, knowledge of the magazine, and familiarity with the workings of Google Docs would be a plus.
Contact TEC Editor-in-Chief Andrew White at kotesolteceditor@gmail.com.
By Webeditor Publications on May 14, 2019 - 12:06am | 0 Comments | Publications |Read more2019 National Conference Pre-registration Extended
Archive copy.Pre-registration for the 2019 National Conference has been extended to THIS Friday, May 17. Don't miss your chance to get a discount to this great event! Pre-register now!~
By Webeditor National Conference on May 13, 2019 - 10:05am | 0 Comments | 2019 KOTESOL National Conference |Read morePrivacy Policy Adopted
A Korea TESOL Policy on Personal/Private Information (KOTESOL Privacy Policy) was adopted by the National Council at our March 23 executive meeting.
Korea TESOL respects the privacy of its members and other visitors to our website, and is committed to protecting your personal information in a form that is accurate, confidential, secure, and private. This Privacy Policy applies to our membership and conference attendee’s records, users of our family of KOTESOL-operated websites (e.g., koreatesol.org), social media (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, YouTube), and mobile apps and hardware and...
By Webeditor President on May 9, 2019 - 5:20pm | 0 Comments | President's Corner |Read moreSIG Breakfast at the National Conference
IMeet the SIGs Breakfast
KOTESOL NATIONAL CONFERENCE: 10AM
KOTESOL Special Interest Groups, or “SIGs”, are your way to connect with like-minded English
instructors. Our KOTESOL SIGs have online communities on both our website and Facebook.
Some have offline activities as well. This ‘Meet the SIGs Breakfast” will give you an opportunity
to hear more about what each SIG has to offer and allows you the opportunity to ask
facilitators any questions you may have. Breakfast and coffee/ tea will be available throughout
the presentations.
Currently...
By Webeditor 2nd Vice-President on May 3, 2019 - 10:24am | 0 Comments | |Read moreMember Discount: HOME Bistro and Cafe in Busan
KOTESOL members can get a 10% discount at HOME Bistro and Cafe in Busan!
About: HOME Bistro and Cafe: Cozy and modern atmosphere. Full bar with a range of wine, beer, liquor, and vegan food. Live music occasionally. Nearby Haeundae-gu office.
Address: 5, Jungdong 2-ro 26 beon-gil, Haeundae-gu
Phone: 010-7263-1137
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomeBarCafe/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/home_haeundae_bistro_bar_cafe/
The 4th Industrial Revolution and Education Symposium
TESOL-MALL Graduate Program Woosong University Symposium KOTESOL DCC Workshop
The 4th Industrial Revolution and Education:Digital Language Learning and Teaching
12:00-18:00 June 01, W16 5th Floor Woosong University West Campus
The fourth industrial revolution has seen the convergence of innovation and technology, led by AI (Artificial Intelligence), big data, and IoT (the Internet of Things), and it has restructured industry across all sectors including that of education. These changes have been disruptive, and have seen how our students interact with us as teachers change,...
By Webeditor Daejeon on April 28, 2019 - 8:52pm | 0 Comments | Daejeon-Chungcheong |Read moreDC Chapter Bus Trip to the National Conference
Saturday, May 25th
Leave Woosong University West Campus Front Gate at 7AM
Leave Jeonju University at 6PM
There is a big event coming up on May 25th - the KOTESOL National Conference. This year it's going to be even bigger than usual as the plenary speaker will be none other than Jack Richards (yes - THE Jack Richards)!
We've arranged for a bus to take us from Daejeon to the conference venue at Jeonju University. Please join us on the bus! The cost will be 10,000 won for members, and 15,000 for non-members.The bus will drop us off at the venue as well as take us...
By Webeditor Daejeon on April 28, 2019 - 8:42pm | 0 Comments | Daejeon-Chungcheong |Read more