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August 2018 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Out!
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Registration, grants, and discounts, oh my! Check out the August 2018 issue of KOTESOL News for a plethora of upcoming opportunities and helpful information. Share it with a friend or colleague! This issue was sent on August 1, 2018, to 1,996 subscribers.
By Lindsay Herron on August 2, 2018 - 12:41pm | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreMembership Discount on Pre-registration Fees for JALT2018
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Our friends at JALT have shared a special offer for KOTESOL members: a discount on pre-registration fees for JALT2018! JALT's 44th Annual International Conference on Language Teaching and Learning & Educational Materials Exhibition will be held November 23-26, 2018, in Shizuoka City, Shizuoka, Japan.
3-Day (Full) Conference Pass Discounted Rates for KOTESOL Members:
Early-Bird Registration (available through October 23): 21,000 yen (normally 25,000 yen for JALT non-members)
Regular Pre-Registration (available through November 19): 25,000 yen (normally 28,000 yen for...
June 2018 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Out!
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The June 2018 issue of our monthly email newsletter, KOTESOL News, is in inboxes now! It was sent on June 2 to 1,999 subscribers. Among the features are information about an international exchange opportunity for university students, a chance to present at our international conference, and the release of the Summer 2018 issue of The English Connection. Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Lindsay Herron on June 2, 2018 - 11:53am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreInternational Exchange Opportunity for University Students
Give your university students a special opportunity to learn more about intercultural relations and global leadership: endorse them to represent Korea at the 21st Asian Youth Forum (AYF 21), to be held in Kyoto, Japan, October 31-November 6.
What Is AYF?
For AYF 21, students aged 18-25 from all around Asia will gather in Kyoto for a week of academic seminars, sightseeing, and cross-cultural workshops. Additional information, including an overview of the schedule and prices, is available in the attached publicity flyer.
How Can Students Apply?
Students who are...
Members, We Need You! How to Volunteer
We are pleased to announce a new task force designed to facilitate the volunteer process! As an all-volunteer organization, KOTESOL thrives only because of its members' dedication. We always need members to help out with tasks of all shapes, sizes, and durations: from short-term one-time tasks, such as distributing KOTESOL pamphlets to your colleagues, to extended tasks, such as taking on leadership positions. Check out our new web page to learn more!
By Webeditor Membership on May 11, 2018 - 6:24pm | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreMay 2018 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Now Out
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The May 2018 issue of KOTESOL News, our monthly email newsletter, was sent on May 1, 2018, to 1,999 subscribers. Among the contents are details about the upcoming 2018 National Conference, an opening on the National Council, a new membership perk, and more! Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Webeditor Membership on May 1, 2018 - 9:05am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreNew Membership Perk for May 2018: 2 for 1 Online Courses
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Throughout the month of May, KOTESOL members can get TWO online professional development courses for the price of one from Caprica Education! Courses are self-paced, so you can progress at your convenience, and they generally take 4-6 weeks to complete. Particularly of interest to KOTESOL members who need evidence of accumulated professional development time: all courses come with certificates of achievement that list the number of hours of study (along with your name, skills developed, and place of issue). Learn more here!
By Lindsay Herron on April 30, 2018 - 10:00am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreApril 2018 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Out!
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The April 2018 issue of KOTESOL News, our monthly email newsletter, was sent on April 2 to 2,000 subscribers. This issue features information on upcoming national and regional conferences, publications available for members to read or download, formal and informal publication opportunities, and more. Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Webeditor Membership on April 2, 2018 - 9:10am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreMarch 2018 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Out!
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The March 2018 issue of KOTESOL News was sent on March 2, 2018, to 1,996 subscribers. This issue contains information about upcoming events, including regional, national, and international conferences; new membership perks; and more. Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Webeditor Membership on March 2, 2018 - 8:51am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreMembership Perk: Free Beer with Pizza Purchase at Galmegi Brewing PNU, Busan
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Now at Galmegi Brewing PNU, KOTESOL members can get a free standard Galmegi beer with any pizza purchase!
About: Busan's signature craft beer. We are a block down (towards the subway) from the NC Department Store and main gate of PNU, in the same building as Paris Baguette and Papa John's.
Address: 부산 금정구 장전동 419-60 | 부산대학로 58
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GalmegiBrewingPNU/
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Member Perk: Special Discount Menu at Sharky's Bar and Grill, Busan
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KOTESOL members can enjoy a special discount menu at Sharky's Bar & Grill in Busan (Gwangali and Haeundae)!
By Webeditor Membership on February 27, 2018 - 1:55pm | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreMember Perk: Bonus Items at MikeBike in Busan
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KOTESOL members who bring a bike to MikeBike for a tune-up will receive a complimentary water bottle and cycling socks! Just present your membership card or online profile as evidence of your membership status. This incredible deal is thanks to MikeBike's Mike Noonan, the best bike mechanic in the province!
MikeBike offers professional bicycle repair, bicycle rentals, and local cycling knowledge in Busan, South Korea.
Address: 497-30, 1st Floor Suyoung-Gu, Suyoung-Dong Busan, South Korea 48220
Phone: 010-5631-1704
Email: mikebikekorea@gmail.com
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Member Discount: The Hair by Na in Busan
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KOTESOL members can get 20% off cuts and 30% off color/perms at The Hair by Na in Busan!
About: The Hair by Na: A clean and relaxing hair shop in Geumnyeonsan. Choi Young-na speaks English and trained at Vidal Sassoon in London. Call for appointments
Address: 부산 수영구 남천동 황령산로 30
Phone: 010-4859-8770
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hairbyna/
Getting there: From Namcheon - Subway Exit 2 / 남천역 2번 출구; from Geumnyeonsan - Subway Exit 6 / 금련산엿 6번 출구
By Webeditor Membership on February 27, 2018 - 1:26pm | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read more
Member Discount: 10% Off Books at TOP ELT Book Center in Gwangju
TOP ELT Book Center (commonly known as TOP Bookstore/탑외국어사) in Gwangju offers a 10% discount to all KOTESOL members! Just mention your membership when paying.
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By Webeditor Membership on February 27, 2018 - 1:11pm | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreFebruary 2018 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Out!
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The February 2018 issue of KOTESOL News, our monthly email newsletter, is now available! Highlights of this issue include February chapter events and some important deadlines members should be aware of. The issue was sent on February 5 to 1,990 subscribers.
Read, share, or subscribe here!
By Lindsay Herron on February 5, 2018 - 6:38pm | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreMember Discount: 10% Off Online Courses from The Consultants-E
The Consultants-E (TCE) is offering all KOTESOL members 10% off any online TCE course (excluding any applicable moderation fees). Just peruse the available courses on the TCE website, and when you're ready to register, enter this discount code: TCE-TENPERCENT-TA-2018
January 2018 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Out!
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The January 2018 issue of KOTESOL News, our monthly email newsletter, was sent on January 1, 2018, to 1,992 subscribers. Want to know what's ahead in the new year? Check out this issue of KOTESOL News to learn about upcoming publications, conferences, grants, and more!
By Lindsay Herron on January 1, 2018 - 9:13am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreDecember 2017 Issue of KOTESOL News Sent
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Close out the year with KOTESOL! The December 2017 issue of KOTESOL News, sent on December 1, 2017, to 1,983 subscribers, includes information about upcoming events, opportunities to represent KOTESOL overseas, calls for presentation proposals for regional conferences, and more. Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Webeditor Membership on December 1, 2017 - 8:12am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreNovember 2017 Issue of KOTESOL News Sent
November is a great month for KOTESOL! The November issue of KOTESOL News, sent on 11/1/2017 to 1,988 subscribers, includes details about three upcoming regional conferences, the results of the KOTESOL national election, a new discount for members, and more. Read, share, or subscribe here.
By Webeditor Membership on November 1, 2017 - 8:26am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreMember Discount: 30% Off IAFOR Conference Fees
KOTESOL members are entitled to a 30% discount on registration fees for any conference coordinated by IAFOR (International Academic Forum), one of our partner organizations! See the attached flyer for details. For a list of upcoming IAFOR conferences around the world, please click here.
By Webeditor Membership on October 31, 2017 - 7:38pm | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreOctober 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 moreSeptember 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 moreNow Accepting Applications for the 16th Asian Youth Forum
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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 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 moreKOTESOL News Celebrates 3rd Anniversary and 2,000 Subscribers!
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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!
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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
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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 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 more