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Korea TESOL: 30 at 30
As part of the celebration of 30 years of KOTESOL (1993–2023) and in following in the footsteps of TESOL Intl. Assn.'s precedent of a "TESOL 50 @ 50" announcement, and as this year’s conference is the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference, the conference committee initiated the “Korea TESOL: 30 @ 30” project to select 30 KOTESOL members who have contributed most exceptionally to KOTESOL and to the field of ELT as a KOTESOL member.
Congratulations are extended to these 30 KOTESOL members, past and present, for their most noteworthy contributions to Korea TESOL over the past 30...
By Webeditor International Conference on May 8, 2023 - 1:57am | 0 Comments | 2023 Korea TESOL International Conference |Read moreProceedings 2022 Best Paper Award Announced
At the opening ceremony of the 2023 Korea TESOL International Conference on April 29, the KOTESOL Proceedings Best Paper Award was announced. The award was presented by Dr. David Shaffer, editor of KOTESOL Proceedings 2022 and chair of the Publications Committee, to
Gordon Carlson, Daniel Markarian, & Steven Hecht.
for their paper entitled
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The award was presented "for excellence in research design, execution, and written expression" from among the papers included in...
TEC Article of the Year Award Announced
The English Connection, KOTESOL's quarterly ELT magazine, announced its annual Article of the Year Award at the opening ceremony of the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference on April 29. The award was presented by Dr. David Shaffer, Publications Committee chair, on behalf of The English Connection and its editor-in-chief, Dr. Andrew White. This year's award went to
Less Is More... in Coursebooks: Arguments Against Using Four-Skills Coursebooks for General English Classes.
authored by
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The award is "for exhibiting excellence in article...
Research Paper of the Year Award Announced
This year's KOTESOL Research Paper of the Year Award was announced at the opening ceremony of the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference on April 29. The award was presented by Dr. Kara Mac Donald, editor-in-chief of the Korea TESOL Journal, for the research paper entitled
The Tensions Between English and Korean Language in Uzbek Students' Academic Experiences.
authored by
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The award is "for exhibiting excellence in research design, execution, and written expression" in a research paper accepted for inclusion in Journal...
Reflective Teacher Awardee Announced
The recipient of the 2023 Reflective Language Teacher Award was announced at the recent Korea TESOL International Conference held at Sookmyung University. The founder and sponsor of the award, Dr. Thomas S.C. Farrell, presented the award at the conclusion of his plenary session on Saturday, April 29.
The recipient of this year's Reflective Language Teacher Award is
Heidi Vande Voort Nam.
The award is "for exhibiting excellence in employing reflective practice in professional development personally, within Korea TESOL, and in the wider English language teaching...
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 moreRepresent KOTESOL at the 2023 HAAL, 2023 ELTAM/Mongolia TESOL, or 2023 TEFLIN Conference
How would you like to represent KOTESOL at the 2023 HAAL Conference, the 2023 ELTAM/Mongolia TESOL Conference, or the 2023 TEFLIN Conference? KOTESOL is looking for a representative for:
the 2023 HAAL conference, July 15, 2023 in Hong Kong. *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 2023 ELTAM/Mongolia TESOL conference, September 22-24, 2023 in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. *This is a speaker grant* (You will be provided with a free, unvetted...
By Webeditor Outreach on April 28, 2023 - 1:12am | 0 Comments | International Outreach Committee (IOC) |Read moreA big thanks to the April presenters from JNJ KOTESOL
Recently, JNJ KOTESOL gathered for our April workshop. It was a beautiful day and we were very happy to hear the presentations.
We heard from Bryan Hale, who teaches at Jeonnam Foreign Language High School, about some considerations for group work, and David Kim, from the Gyeonggi-do Institute for Global Education, broached the topic of navigating workplace culture. Lots of handy ideas were shared.
You can find all the details here:
https://koreatesol.org/content/jnj-kotesol-workshop-april-2023
We hope to welcome even more attendees to our workshop in May.
... By Webeditor Jeonju on April 25, 2023 - 3:59pm | 0 Comments | Jeonju-North Jeolla |Read moreMembership Perk: Discount on iTDi Self-Study Courses
KOTESOL is pleased to announce a new benefit for our members: a 50% discount on all Advanced Skills Self-Study courses offered by our friends at the International Teacher Development Institute (iTDi)! Taught by ELT luminaries and covering a diverse range of subjects, these online courses offer a chance to explore the topics that intrigue you at your own pace—and from anywhere you have internet access. Plus, there's an exclusive $250 off the iTDi 140-hour TESOL Certificate OR $50 off the 30-hour Introductory Certificate course starting March 2024!
(Click HERE to receive your members-...
By Webeditor Membership on April 24, 2023 - 8:29am | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read more2024 Seoul Chapter Officers
Meet our 2023 - 2024 Seoul KOTESOL Chapter Officers! By Webeditor Seoul on April 17, 2023 - 10:35pm | 0 Comments | Seoul |Read moreKorea TESOL Journal 18-2 Online Now
.The most recent issue of the Korea TESOL Journal (KTJ 18-2) is now available online for your professional reading enjoyment. In addition to a paper co-authored by Dr. Thomas S.C. Farrell, the reflective practice authority and plenary speaker at this year's international conference, there are five additional research papers, two brief reports, and a book review.
Topics range from teacher efficacy development and sheltered Science instruction to literature circles for reading and self-determination theory. View the table of contents and members can download your copy: HERE. (Remember...
By Webeditor Publications on April 17, 2023 - 7:45pm | 0 Comments | Korea TESOL Journal |Read moreMembers Social @KOTESOL2023
The popular membership social, last seen at the 2019 KOTESOL International Conference, is back! This year, the social will be held on Saturday, April 29, at the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference, and it will feature hors d'oeuvres provided by Spoon Seoul (vegan options available). Member tickets cost 10,000 KRW, and nonmember tickets cost 25,000 KRW. (Members are welcome to participate regardless of whether or not they're also attending the conference.)
A small number of tickets will be available for purchase at the Membership Desk during the conference, but interested...
By Webeditor Membership on April 7, 2023 - 8:34pm | 0 Comments | Membership Committee |Read moreJNJ KOTESOL March 2023 workshop was enjoyed by all!
On March 18th, JNJ KOTESOL attendees gathered together to give a warm welcome to two presenters from out of the province. We enjoyed a presentation about Soft Skill Development in the EFL Classroom by Elizabeth Norman and one about a Rainbow Speech method for Presentation Prep for Young Learners by Jason Dunn.
Here are all the details:
https://koreatesol.org/content/jnj-kotesol-workshop-march-2023
I'll leave you with a couple pictures from our workshop.
Be sure to check out our next event on April 15th!
Member Discount: First Recipe Restaurant in Gwangju
KOTESOL members get 10% off at First Recipe restaurant in Gwangju! Enjoy wonderful, reasonably-priced food in an airy, comfortable environment conveniently located in the downtown area--all at a discount!
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Represent KOTESOL at The 2023 JALT (Japan) International Conference
How would you like to represent KOTESOL at the 2023 JALT conference, November 24-27, 2023 in Tsukuba, Japan?
*This is a travel grant.* (You will be provided with a free, unvetted presentation slot at the conference. The hosting organization will provide accommodations and some meals. KOTESOL will cover 80% of reasonable travel costs.)
There are a number of reasons why we send representatives to partner conferences. These include (but are not limited to): • fulfilling certain partnership agreements • learning about how other conferences and associations are run • making...
By Webeditor Outreach on March 27, 2023 - 10:29am | 0 Comments | International Outreach Committee (IOC) |Read moreDCC Wednesday Workshop - March Edition
DCC Wednesday Workshop - March Edition
Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 20:00 - 21:00 online Via Zoom Presenters: Christina Jung & Cyril Reyes
Presentation: Post-Secondary International Students’ Perceptions of Their Experiences in South Korea.
We're really pleased to have Christina and Cyril back, and the topic is sure to be illuminating, especially in light of the increased numbers of international students attending Korean universities these days.
As usual, the event will be held over Zoom. If you'd like to attend, then please register here: https://forms.gle/...
TEC - The Spring 2023 Issue Now Online
The mercury is creeping upwards and the early fragrance of spring is in the air. Yes, that is the scent of the Spring issue of The English Connection (TEC)! While the International Conference Committee is busy preparing for IC 2023, TEC is also supporting the conference with this pre-conference edition.
In this issue, you will find interviews of or articles by nine invited speakers to KOTESOL 2023. For the TEC Table of Contents and to find out more about these amazing individuals, click/tap HERE.
The Pre-Conference EditionAvailable at: https://koreatesol.org/content/...
By Webeditor Publications on February 28, 2023 - 12:59pm | 0 Comments | The English Connection (TEC) |Read moreMembership Perk: 2023 AsiaTEFL Conference
KOTESOL is once again partnering with AsiaTEFL for the 2023 AsiaTEFL International Conference in Daejeon, and that means amazing opportunities for KOTESOL members!
KOTESOL members participating in the conference will receive:
A member discount on registration for in-person participation (pay the same price as AsiaTEFL members!) Preferential weekend scheduling for your presentation (if needed, upon request) 1-year AsiaTEFL membership! AND a portion of your registration fees come back to KOTESOL!
The 21st AsiaTEFL International Conference
Celebrating ELT in...
JNJ KOTESOL hosts their first workshop of 2023 on March 18th.
The Jeonju North Jeolla KOTESOL chapter will be hosting their first workshop of 2023 on Saturday March 18th.
We're looking forward to hearing about these interesting topics:
Rainbow Speeches - Presentation Prep for Young Learners, given by Jason Dunn
Soft Skill Development in the EFL Classroom, given by Elizabeth Norman
Both educators are coming from out of town to present at this upcoming workshop.
Please drop by and help us give them a warm welcome!
Here's the event with all the details:
https://koreatesol.org/content/jnj-kotesol-workshop-...
By Webeditor Jeonju on February 22, 2023 - 10:13pm | 0 Comments | Jeonju-North Jeolla |Read moreRepresent KOTESOL at The 2023 ETA-ROC (Taiwan) International Conference
How would you like to represent KOTESOL at the 2023 ETA-ROC conference, November 10-12, 2023 in Taipei?
*This is a travel grant.* (You will be provided with a free, unvetted presentation slot at the conference. The hosting organization will provide accommodations and some meals. KOTESOL will cover 80% of reasonable travel costs.)
There are a number of reasons why we send representatives to partner conferences. These include (but are not limited to): • fulfilling certain partnership agreements • learning about how other conferences and associations are run • making contacts in...
By Webeditor Outreach on February 15, 2023 - 8:51pm | 0 Comments | International Outreach Committee (IOC) |Read moreKOTESOL International Conference 2023 Deadline Extended
The deadline for submitting proposals to the KOTESOL International Conference has been extended to January 15, 2023. If you were thinking about submitting and were disappointed to miss the deadline, now's your chance!
The 30th Korea TESOL International Conference, in collaboration with Pan Asian Consortium of Language Teaching Societies, will take place April 29-30, in Seoul and online. The theme is “Advancing Collaboration: Exchanges Among Scholars, Instructors, & Students." A wide range of session types and topics are possible.
Find out more, including how to submit, at...
By Webeditor Media on January 1, 2023 - 4:22pm | 0 Comments | |Read moreFarrell & Moses -- Advance Publication from KTJ
To celebrate New Year's, the Publications Committee and the Korea TESOL Journal are making available an advance online publication of an invited paper:
Farrell, T. S. C., & Moses, N. (2023). "Class Is Like a Family”: Reflections of an Experienced Canadian TESOL Teacher. Korea TESOL Journal. Advance online publication.
Prof. Farrell is a plenary speaker at our 2023 Korea TESOL International Conference in Seoul, April 29-30.
The Farrell & Moses paper is available on our Complimentary Articles from KTJ page, which is accessible HERE.
By Webeditor Publications on December 30, 2022 - 1:42pm | 0 Comments | Korea TESOL Journal |Read more
JNJ KOTESOL's 2022 Wrap-Up
It was nice to see all who came out for meetings this 2022 season with JNJ KOTESOL!
I'd love to know what attendees thought of our presentations this season ~ and if there are any other ideas or requests for presentation themes or topics.
I'd like to give a big shout-out to all our presenters this autumn 2022 season: Lindsay Herron: Easy-to-Adapt Conversation Games: Some Basic Types to Take and Tweak, Ingrid Zwaal: Bored? Board games, Heidi Vande Voort Nam: Activating Active Listening, and Jasmine Collins: Speak Up! - Getting Students to Actively Use English in Class. Let's...
By Webeditor Jeonju on December 19, 2022 - 7:34pm | 0 Comments | Jeonju-North Jeolla |Read more2023 Chapter Officers
By Webeditor Busan on December 18, 2022 - 7:36pm | 0 Comments | Busan-Gyeongnam |Read more
Yongin Chapter December 2022 News
On Saturday, December 10th, Yongin Chapter held a December Event bringing the total number of events to 8 for the year. Smiles and laughter were exchanged as some people hadn't seen each other since 2019, before the pandemic. The group discussed 2022, brought it to a close, heard about the incoming chapter leadership, and considered plans for 2023.
After general conversation and ‘coffee-catchup’, the group got started by sharing how they have experienced doing “Year-in-Reviews”. This was either as an educator in the classroom or practices as individuals in their personal lives....
By Webeditor Yongin on December 17, 2022 - 4:15pm | 0 Comments | Yongin-Gyeonggi |Read moreGwangju-Jeonnam Chapter 2022 Year-in-Review
If you missed the meeting on December 10, 2022, you can view the year-in-review slideshow here.
Thanks to all for an outstanding, active, reliably fun year!
By Webeditor Gwangju on December 12, 2022 - 8:37am | 0 Comments | Gwangju-Jeonnam |Read moreGwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Officers Elected for 2023
Congratulations to the new officers for the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter, elected at the meeting on December 10, 2022:
President: Bryan Hale Vice president: David Shaffer Treasurer: Phil SchrankInformation about the 2022 chapter election can be found here.
We look forward to a great 2023!
By Webeditor Gwangju on December 12, 2022 - 8:34am | 0 Comments | Gwangju-Jeonnam |Read moreSubmit to the Korea TESOL Journal
Consider making a submission to the Korea TESOL Journal. KTJ is happy to receive BRIEF REPORTS and Book Reviews as well as full research papers. As a KOTESOL member, this us your journal. Why not take advantage of it?!
Korea TESOL Journal: https://www.koreatesol.org/node/331
Inquiries: journal@koreatesol.org
By Webeditor Publications on December 4, 2022 - 6:35pm | 0 Comments | Korea TESOL Journal |Read more
Join us for the Jeonju North Jeolla December Workshop
The Jeonju North Jeolla KOTESOL chapter will be hosting the final workshop of the year on Saturday December 17th.
Check out these great presentations:
Activating Active Listening, given by Heidi Nam
Speak Up! - Getting Students to Actively Use English in Class, given by Jasmine Collins
Both educators are coming from out of town to present at this upcoming workshop.
Please drop by and help us give them a warm welcome!
Here's the event with all the details:
https://koreatesol.org/content/jnj-kotesol-december-workshop
By Webeditor Jeonju on December 1, 2022 - 4:44pm | 0 Comments | Jeonju-North Jeolla |Read moreTEC - The Winter 2022 Issue Now Online
As autumnal leaves fall and trees bare their branches, signaling wintery winds and soft but shivery snow, the Publications Committee offers another seasonal issue of The English Connection. As the school semester winds to a close, pull a chair up beside your heater or stretch out on your warm ondol floor and open the Winter 2022 issue of TEC for your reading pleasure.
For the Table of Contents and the magazine's PDF, click/tap HERE.
(Remember to log in first.)
The "Less Is More" Edition
Available at: https://koreatesol.org/content/english-connection-tec-26-4-...
By Webeditor Publications on November 30, 2022 - 4:46pm | 0 Comments | The English Connection (TEC) |Read more