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October 2017 Issue of KOTESOL News Has Been Sent
The October 2017 issue of KOTESOL News was sent on October 1 to 1,971 recipients. In this month's issue: The English Connection, the 2016 KOTESOL Proceedings, a last chance to register for the 25th Korea TESOL - PAC 2017 International Conference, and more! Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Lindsay Herron on October 1, 2017 - 7:21am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreKOTESOL Proceedings 2016 Now Online!
KOTESOL Proceedings 2016 is now available online. This volume brings you a select collection of papers from research presentations and workshops at the highly successful 2016 KOTESOL International Conference. More articles than any previous KOTESOL Proceedings (37), on more topics, by more authors (including 6 invited speakers), from more countries (10). Something of interest to everyone involved in ELT!
Start out the autumn reading season with Proceedings 2016. KOTESOL members need only to log in to their KOTESOL accounts and go to this link: https://koreatesol.org/content/kotesol-...
By Webeditor Publications on September 30, 2017 - 1:22am | 0 Comments | KOTESOL Proceedings |Read more2017 Korea TESOL National Election!
Get involved with Korea TESOL!
Do you want to help make Korea TESOL better for our members? Become a member of the National Council! These positions are availabe during this year's election:
President
First Vice-President
Second Vice-President
Treasurer
Secretary
International Conference Co-chair
Nominations and Elections Chair
Here are some important dates to remember:
4 September: Nominations open
24 September: Nominations close
2 October: Online voting begins
20 October: Online voting closes ...
TEC - The Autumn 2017 Issue Now Online
The English Connection, Autumn 2017, the pre-conference issue of TEC is now online for your reading pleasure. A great preview of the October 21-22 International Conference. Start off with a conference overview by our conference chair and co-chair, Sean O'Connor and Kathleen Kelley. Read articles by our plenary speakers, Andy Curtis and Nicky Hockly. Enjoy interviews with four of our featured speakers: Glenda Rose, Ted O'Neill, Kathleen Kampa, and Kalyan Chattopadhyay. Find out what the 20 sessions are about that our invited speakers will be presenting.
And more!
Don't wait....
September 2017 Issue of KOTESOL News Sent!
The September 2017 issue of KOTESOL News is now out! It was sent on September 2 to 1,952 subscribers. Check your inbox to learn about the upcoming 25th Korea TESOL - PAC International Conference, September events, opportunities to present, and more! Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Webeditor Membership on September 2, 2017 - 7:03am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreAugust 2017 issue of KOTESOL News sent!
The August 2017 issue of KOTESOL News was sent on August 3, 2017, to 1,909 subscribers. The issue includes important information about the upcoming 25th Korea TESOL-PAC International Conference, upcoming workshops sponsored by our special interest groups, opportunities to present at chapter conferences, and more. Read, share, or subscribe here!
By Lindsay Herron on August 3, 2017 - 9:13am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreJuly 2017 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Out!
The July 2017 issue of KOTESOL News is now available! It was sent on July 7, 2017, to 1,919 subscribers. Among the highlights of this issue: recruiting university students to represent Korea at the Asian Youth Forum in October, an opportunity to present at a regional conference, and more. Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Lindsay Herron on July 7, 2017 - 9:49am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreYongin KOTESOL Chapter Annual Conference Seeks Presenters (2017)
Yongin KOTESOL Chapter Annual Conference Seeks Presenters
Online Form Click HERE.
The Yongin KOTESOL Conference Committee invites presentation proposals for our 2017 annual conference, to be held on November 11th at Kangnam University, in Yongin City, Gyeonggi-do.
Our theme this year is straight forward: "Language teaching: Ideas and Activities"
WHO do we want to present?
We are looking for presenters to help us continue our tradition of engaging, insightful conferences at which teachers can develop their skills and pick up inspiring ideas that will...
By Webeditor Yongin on July 3, 2017 - 11:12am | 0 Comments | Yongin-Gyeonggi |Read morePresentation Proposals Status
Presentation Proposals StatusResults for those who submitted proposals to present at this year's International Conference will be sent once the blind vetting process has been completed (around the end of July).
Presenter registration will open on August 1st.
Now Accepting Applications for the 16th Asian Youth Forum
Do you know university students who would benefit from a program in intercultural relations and global leadership? Encourage them to apply for the 16th Asian Youth Forum (AYF 16), coming to Korea this October as part of the 25th Korea TESOL-PAC International Conference!
October 18-24, 2017, students aged 18-25 from all around Asia will gather in Seoul for a week of academic seminars, sightseeing, and cross-cultural workshops. AYF is only held in Korea when KOTESOL hosts the PAC conference, so this is a rare opportunity for your students to attend without paying for airfare....
By Webeditor Membership on June 14, 2017 - 8:55am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreInternational Conference Call for Proposals Officially Closed
The Korea TESOL International Conference
Committee (ICC) offers a sincere ‘Thank you’ to everyone who submitted their proposals to present at the 25th Annual Korea TESOL International Conference.
Close to 400 proposals were submitted before the call for presentations closed last week. The vetting process is scheduled to wrap-up in early August. Then prospective presenters will be notified.
Although the call for proposal has closed, the work continues in preparation for the 25th Annual Korea TESOL - PAC International Conference "Why are we here? Analog Learning in...
By Webeditor Media on June 5, 2017 - 3:13pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read moreJune 2017 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Out!
The June 2017 issue of KOTESOL News was sent on June 2, 2017, to 2,000 subscribers. Among the highlights of this issue are information about the process of applying for research grants, a link to the Summer 2017 issue of The English Connection, a call for volunteers for the International Conference Committee, and details about how members can represent KOTESOL at JALT and other overseas conferences. Read, share, or subscribe here!
By Lindsay Herron on June 2, 2017 - 7:49am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreJoin the International Conference Committee
The International Conference Committee (ICC) is looking for team members to assist in the planning and running of the 25th Annual Korea TESOL International Conference, 21-22 October 2017. If you like working with goal-oriented people in a structured, supportive environment, then we can offer you a world-class experience that will make your resume stand out.
ICC teams that are looking for members include Guest Services, Support Services, and Publicity. The Guest Services Team helps conference attendees and presenters. They are the face of the conference support. The Support...
By Webeditor Media on June 1, 2017 - 9:29pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read moreTEC - The Summer 2017 Issue Now Online
Start your summer early with some new ELT ideas. The online Summer issue of TEC is here! Read through the pages of The English Connection for innovation and inspiration. Read Dr. Thomas Farrell's caution on tweeting. Check out Dr. Curtis Kelly's article on learning, memory, and attention. Read about designing courses, immersion programs, teaching debate, teaching computer skills, getting into publishing, and much more in this issue of The English Connection!
You can get started by clinking on https://koreatesol.org/content/english-connection-tecv21n2-summer-2017
By Webeditor Publications on June 1, 2017 - 12:46am | 0 Comments | The English Connection (TEC) |Read moreYongin KOTESOL June 10 Workshop and Bar-B-Q (2017)
Yongin Chapter of KOTESOL continues in June with Second Saturdays!
On Saturday, June 10, come to “YOKO!” for a little bit of the regular and a little bit of the unusual. As with most workshop weekends, we will provide you with helpful information to take back to the classroom. We welcome Brian Raisbeck, who is coming to us from Seoul where he teaches high school conversation and writing. He will share about the usefulness of Kakao Talk as a tool in the classroom. Then, we will transition into an “unworkshop”. (That’s right, we don’t even have time for an “unconference”!) Bring your ...
By Webeditor Yongin on May 27, 2017 - 8:32pm | 0 Comments | Yongin-Gyeonggi |Read moreInternational Conference Call for Proposals Closing Soon
31 May 2017 is the deadline for those wishing to submit a proposal for the 25th Annual Korea TESOL - PAC International Conference. The conference, 21-22 October 2017 at Sookmyung Women's University, typically attracts about a thousand attendees from Korea, across Asia, and beyond. It is a great venue for English educators, applied linguists, and scholars to present their expertise, share ideas, discuss experiences, and inspire others.
This year’s conference theme is “Why Are We Here? Analog Learning in the Digital Era.” The theme is intended to explore the relevance of face-to-...
By Webeditor Media on May 22, 2017 - 6:55pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read moreKOTESOL News Celebrates 3rd Anniversary and 2,000 Subscribers!
The May 2017 issue of KOTESOL News marks the third anniversary of the reinvigorated email newsletter--and a landmark 2,000 subscribers! Congratulations, KOTESOL News! Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Webeditor Membership on May 5, 2017 - 8:25am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreNew Local Discount: Little John Books in Gyeonggi-do!
We are pleased to announce a new discount for KOTESOL members: 20% off foreign books (including novels and other non-textbooks) and a 10% discount + 5% "Mileage" (points that can be used on future purchases) on other items at Little John Books in Suwon, Gyeonggi-do! Just show proof of KOTESOL membership (i.e., your membership card or your online profile page, which includes your membership expiration date), and you should be set.
Address: 117 Bandal-ro, 7 Beon-gil 6, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do
(The store is kitty-corner from the back of the Yongtong Home Plus...
April 2017 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Now Out!
Check your email inbox for the newest issue of KOTESOL News, a great way to keep abreast of upcoming events and organization news! The April 2017 issue was sent on April 1 to 1,964 subscribers. In this month's newsletter, you can learn more about pre-registration for FAB11 & the 2017 KOTESOL National Conference, cool new podcasts presented by Yongin Chapter, and more. Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Webeditor Membership on April 1, 2017 - 8:16am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read morePre-register for the National Conference! (Archive)
Archive Copy.
Save on your conference registration by Pre-Registering!
This year's National conference features an All-Star cast of Who's Whos in ELT, with a strong focus on the brain
Robert S. Murphy Curtis Kelly Marc Helgesen Tim Murphey
In fact, a second day of workshops are available!
Pre-register at http://koreatesol.org/content/2017-national-conference-pre-registration
See more about the conference at http://koreatesol.org/nc2017
By Webeditor National Conference on March 31, 2017 - 7:00pm | 0 Comments | 2017 KOTESOL National Conference |Read moreApril Chapter Meeting (2017)
Reading Skills and Strategies is the general theme of our April "Second Saturday in Yongin" on the 8th. We have two presenters who were just at the Seoul Chapter's conference in March. Danielle Ryder and Roxy Lee are perfect examples of "Teachers helping Teachers" with creative ideas, insights, and inspiration!
Location: Kangnam University, 2nd floor - Shallomkwon (살롬관) Building. Date and Time: April 8th, 2 pm.Presenter: Roxy Lee
Extensive Reading for Elementary School: Reflections and practical tips
Time: 60 minutes
Abstract: Extensive reading (...
By Webeditor Yongin on March 28, 2017 - 9:40pm | 0 Comments | Yongin-Gyeonggi |Read moreWonderful Seoul Conference last weekend
The annual Seoul Chapter Conference featured Graham Crookes and over 180 teachers tuning in for a sociable day of professional development.
Thanks to all presenters, participants, and the outstanding volunteers who made the day such a wonderful success.
By Webeditor National on March 27, 2017 - 4:23pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more2017 Korea TESOL National Election!
Get involved with Korea TESOL!
Do you want to help make Korea TESOL better for our members? Become a member of the National Council! These positions are availabe during this year's election:
President First Vice-President Second Vice-President Treasurer Secretary International Conference Co-chair Nominations and Elections Chair
Here are some important dates to remember:
4 September: Nominations open 24 September: Nominations close 2 October: Online voting begins 20 October: Online voting closes 21-22 October: Onsite voting RESULTS ANNOUNCED AT THE ABM... By Webeditor Elections on March 23, 2017 - 12:59pm | 0 Comments | Nominations & Elections Committee |Read moreTEC - The Spring 2017 Issue Now Online
Start your new semester with some new inspiration. The Spring TEC is here! Read through the pages of The English Connection to get recharged, revitalized, renewed. Read Dr. Thomas Farrell's take on terrorism in ELT. Check out Dr. Curtis Kelly's new column on neuroELT. Read what social justice in English language teaching means to Gordon West. Empathize with Stephanie Ptak's concerns about equity in the classroom. And uncover much more under the cover of this issue of The English Connection.
You can get started by clinking on http://koreatesol.org/content/english-connection-tecv21n1-...
By Webeditor Publications on March 2, 2017 - 12:58am | 0 Comments | The English Connection (TEC) |Read moreYongin March Speaker (2017)
Date: March 11, 2017
Time: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Kangnam University, Yongin (2nd stop on the Yongin Everline! Just after Giheung)
Map - Google
Map - Naver
For more specific DIRECTIONS please see the menu links on the right side of this page or scroll down to the bottom.
Questions: Chapter President Martin Todd can be reached at 010-2424-5411 or his email, martinhtodd {at} gmail [dot] com
Presenter: Tim Yackley Title: Critical Pedagogy in a Post-Truth EraTime: 90 minutes
Abstract: 10 Tricks to Teach Critical Thinking and Media...
By Webeditor Yongin on February 26, 2017 - 7:34pm | 0 Comments | Yongin-Gyeonggi |Read morePresent at the 25th Annual International Conference
Korea TESOL would like to invite you to submit presentation proposals for its 25th Annual Korea TESOL International Conference. The conference, this year held in conjunction with the Pan-Asian Consortium of Language Teaching Societies (PAC), is scheduled for 21-22 October 2017 at Sookmyung Women’s University in Seoul.
This year’s conference theme is “Why Are We Here? Analogue Learning in the Digital Era.” The theme is intended to explore the relevance of face-to-face learning when technological advances have made it possible to create online and distance-learning options. However...
By Webeditor Media on February 24, 2017 - 4:39pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read moreKorea TESOL Journal 12-2 Online Now
The Korea TESOL Journal (Volume 12, Number 2) is now available online for reading and downloading by our KOTESOL membership ㅡ brimming with interesting research on ELT related to the Korean context. NNEST and NEST autoethnographies, NNESTs at hagwons, restructuring L2 teacher education, strategy training, principled eclecticism, and much more ㅡ ten papers in all, with three book reviews. View the table of contents and/or download your copy: HERE.
View all issues of the Korea TESOL Journal: HERE.
Print versions (hardcopies) of this volume will be available to members upon...
By Webeditor Publications on February 6, 2017 - 11:38pm | 0 Comments | Korea TESOL Journal |Read moreFebruary 2017 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Out!
The February 2017 issue of KOTESOL News was sent the morning of February 5 to 1,961 subscribers. This issue contains calls for proposals for the 2017 National Conference, the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter conference, and the Seoul Chapter conference, in addition to providing information about upcoming publications or events. Read, share, or subscribe here!
By Webeditor Membership on February 5, 2017 - 12:17pm | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreSecond critical reading group
We are setting up our second online critical reading group as of 26 January 2017. We will begin with Chs. 1-2 of All About Love (bell hooks). For more information, join our Facebook group or contact the SIG administrator (see Social Justice SIG Basic page for instructions).
By Webeditor_Sig Social Justice on January 18, 2017 - 11:20am | 0 Comments | |Read moreCall for Presentations: Gwangju Conference
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Regional Conference
Theme: Stepping Up in an Increasingly Connected World
March 11, 2017 at Gwangju National University of Education
CALL for PRESENTATION Proposal ㅡ Deadline: February 5th.
For more details: http://koreatesol.org/content/2017-gwangju-call
By Webeditor Gwangju on January 6, 2017 - 12:53am | 0 Comments | Gwangju-Jeonnam |Read more