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By Webeditor Media on December 11, 2023 - 4:43pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

Korea TESOL Celebrates Return to In-Person International Conferences

Seoul, South Korea — Organizers behind KOTESOL2023, also known as the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference & PAC 2023, are celebrating a successful return to in-person international events. Held on April 29 and 30 at Sookmyung Women's University in Seoul and online, KOTESOL2023 brought together around 560 language teachers, applied linguists, graduate students, and language education professionals from around the world. The conference was organized by Korea Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (KOTESOL) in association with PAC (the Pan-Asian Consortium of Language...

By Webeditor Media on May 2, 2023 - 5:25pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

A Special Show of Solidarity in Korea

This is probably the most unique conference in the history of Korea TESOL. 

"In a show of solidarity and support for educators facing hardships and precarity due to COVID-19, KOTESOL is moving the 2020 National Conference online and making it free for everyone."

Never before has one of the biggest conferences in Korea been free... and never before has it been this easy to attend for every educator in the world. 

April 25, 2020 marks a new era for English teachers. Instead of setting the alarm clock to wake up early for a KTX ride to a university somewhere in Korea,...

By Webeditor Media on April 23, 2020 - 2:17pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

Welcome 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 more

Korea TESOL Journal Editor to Speak on Panel at TESOL International

The 2019 TESOL International Convention and English Language Expo opens on March 12 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Longtime KOTESOL member, Kara Mac Donald, is a panelist for an invited session titled "Demystifying the Academic Publishing and Review Processes." This panel discussion is scheduled for the third day of the convention. Kara was invited to join the panel because of her experience with academic journals.  She has been the editor-in-chief of the Korea TESOL Journal (KTJ) since spring 2014 and has been a reviewer for several other journals.  

Kara enjoys her role as editor-in-...

By Webeditor Media on February 28, 2019 - 2:27pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

KOTESOL Member to give TEDx presentation

Active KOTESOL member, Wayne Finley, will be delivering a TEDx presentation on Friday, November 23rd in Daejeon.  Wayne credits KOTESOL for sparking his passion for public speaking, and his face has become a familiar one to those who frequent KOTESOL events.  He has given numerous presentations at chapter workshops, symposiums, and at national and international conferences.  His experience with KOTESOL provided the practice and confidence required to make it through the rigorous screening process to be one of 5 presenters selected for TEDxWoosongUniversity: Novel Perceptions: From Insights...

By Webeditor Media on November 19, 2018 - 4:15pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

Submit an Article to koreatesol.org

Do you have useful tips or resources for English teachers in Korea?  Please share them by submitting an ‘article’ to koreatesol.org.  
The ‘article’ could:

Introduce a class activity or project Discuss a classroom management strategy Discuss a professional development Explore a ELT theory Review a teaching resource (book, website, app, blog) Explore any other topic that is relevant to teaching in Korea.
 

The ‘article’ may include links to your personal teaching blog, or other online resources.  However, the body of the article should provide the reader with a...

By Webeditor Media on March 19, 2018 - 2:22pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

International 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 more

Join 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 more

International 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 more

Wonderful 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 more

Present 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 more

David Shaffer Represents KOTESOL on KBS World Radio

In early December, Korea TESOL’s first Vice President David Shaffer went to Seoul for a KBS World Radio Interview.  He was there to represent KOTSOL in a taping of “Touch Base in Seoul,” a weekly interview show hosted by Yooree Kim.  During the interview, Shaffer answered questions about himself as well as about KOTESOL.  

Yooree Kim's interview with David Shaffer is scheduled to air on January 7th at 5:10 pm.  You will be able to listen to it online here.

KBS World Radio is the international satellite radio channel of KBS.   All of KBS World’s programming can be accessed via...

By Webeditor Media on December 29, 2016 - 10:18am | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

KOTESOL Apologizes for Comment by Presenter

KOTESOL supports non-discriminatory practices in English language teaching.  Recently, KOTESOL joined other TESOL organizations, and adopted 'TESOL International's Position Statement Against Discrimination of Nonnative Speakers of English in the Field of TESOL.' 

However, during the Korea TESOL International Conference one presenter (who will remain nameless) made an inappropriate comment during a session.  The comment, which was apparently intended as a joke, was offensive to some attendees and is not in line with the organization’s values.  KOTESOL would like to apologize to those...

By Webeditor Media on October 21, 2016 - 5:58pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

Coffee on Hand at the International Conference

Sookmyung’s coffee shop is closed on weekends, so KOTESOL is setting up its own café for the International Conference.  The café, located in Renaissance Plaza’s courtyard, and it will have coffee and baked goods available for purchase. 

For attendees who require more complex caffeinated beverages, there are some coffee shops and cafés just a short walk from the conference venue.  

By Webeditor Media on October 12, 2016 - 10:21pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

Program Book for the 24th International Conference Available Online Now

The program book for The 24th Annual Korea TESOL International Conference is now available online as a PDF.  Now, you can take your time perusing the schedule and abstracts before you arrive at the conference this Saturday.

To download the program book click here.

 

By Webeditor Media on October 11, 2016 - 12:13am | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

Get Oriented at the Korea TESOL International Conference

Conferences can be overwhelming, especially for first-timers.  In response, Korea TESOL is holding orientation sessions at this year’s International Conference.  The orientation is designed to help attendees get the most out of their conference experience.  Participants will learn how to utilize the program book, get an overview of the venue, meet important KOTESOL board members, network, and have the opportunity to win prizes.  

There are two orientations scheduled for Saturday; a 9 am session for the early birds, and a 1:30 pm session for those who prefer a later start.  The...

By Webeditor Media on October 4, 2016 - 10:39pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

KOTESOL Publicity to Debut Media Station and Broadcast via Facebook "Live"

KOTESOL International Conference committee members are gearing up for the 24th annual International Conference, ‘Shaping the Future with 21st Century Skills’.  At the conference, KOTESOL is debuting an interactive Media Station.  The Media Station is an outlet designed to connect teachers, attendees, presenters and volunteers while participating in professional development through workshops and presentations.

This year attendees won’t have to wait for the member wine and cheese Saturday evening to meet and connect with fellow teachers and speakers. During the conference, KOTESOL...

By Webeditor Media on September 28, 2016 - 9:36pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

International Conference mention in Korea Times.

The International Conference is mentioned in the Korea Times.

http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/nation/2016/08/177_211525.html

By Webeditor Media on September 22, 2016 - 1:48pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

Korea Times sez we're News

KOTESOL to hold conference in Seoul

http://www.koreatimes.co.kr/www/news/nation/2013/09/177_143191.html

 

By Webeditor Media on September 24, 2013 - 10:27pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

EverydayKorea.com announces conference

EverydayKorea.com (also known as Galbijim), one of Korea's most popular websites, has presented a news announcement on the forthcoming Korea TESOL conference. KOTESOL International Conference Brings Back More. http://www.everydaykorea.com/2013/09/kotesol-international-conference-br...

By Webeditor Media on September 23, 2013 - 4:19pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

Star-Power 2013

See the stars of the KOTESOL International Conference before they appear.

Biographical sketches and photos of this year's invited speakers are available at http://koreatesol.org/go-presenters/55/

The abstracts for the invited speakers are at http://koreatesol.org/content/speakers-abstracts

More information will follow, check back frequently.

By Webeditor Media on September 20, 2013 - 12:18pm | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more

Korea Herald announces KOTESOL 2013 International Conference

http://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20130917000496

By Webeditor Media on September 18, 2013 - 10:47am | 0 Comments | Media (Resources for) |Read more