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"AI, Oh My!" - Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter Workshop
April 8, 2023 - 2:00pm to 5:00pm
On Saturday, April 8, the Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter will host a special workshop focused on a topic on many teachers' (and learners') minds: the quickly changing abilities of artificial intelligence (AI). We will use a virtual panel discussion on the impacts of AI on teachers, learners, artists, and society at large to prompt important, rich discussions. And in SwapShop, we will share some valuable tech tips with each other. All are welcome.
Schedule
2:00-2:15 p.m. Check-in and Mingling
2:15-3:45 p.m. Panel: What Does AI Mean for Teachers, Learners, Artists, and...
Restaurants Near Sookmyung Women's University
Looking for a tasty meal or snack while attending KOTESOL2023? There are many options near the conference venue; the PDF below lists just a few!
National Council Meeting (Urgent Matters)
April 4, 2023 - 9:00pmIn accordance with the Urgent Matters clause in the KOTESOL Bylaws (Article IV, Section 7), this is an official announcement of a brief National Council meeting on April 4 to address the urgent matter of changing over the name on our business certificate and bank book. Members in good standing are invited to attend; please email president@koreatesol.org by April 3 to request the Zoom link. The agenda is attached below.
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...
Reflective Practice SIG: 10-Week Journaling Challenge
May 1, 2023 - 7:00pm to July 5, 2023 - 7:00pm
Journaling. It’s a habit that dates back centuries. There are many benefits, with focus and clarity being valuable outcomes. For ELT instructors, journaling is a great way to hone our observation skills, explore the teaching/learning process, and define problems/reflect on solutions.
Join the Reflective Practice Special Interest Group in May as we embark on a 10-week journaling challenge. Weekly reflection prompts will be provided for the group to get us started. And to sustain the project and maintain motivation, we will also meet online for discussions.
It’s time to level...
Christian Teachers SIG Discussion & Fellowship
April 19, 2023 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Come and join KOTESOL's Christian Teachers SIG on April 19 for online discussion and fellowship. This month, we will reflect on whose voices make up the center of our classes and workplaces and what languages are at the center and our experiences and thoughts.
Topic: Who is at the center? Reflecting together on power, language and voice in our teaching contexts Discussion Leader: Cheryl Woelk Date: Wednesday, April 19 Time: 8:00-9:00 PM Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85264940432?pwd=czJtVmhkMkdQNURhSXB5YlhwT0YzQT09 Meeting ID: 852 6494 0432 Passcode: CTSIGJNJ KOTESOL Workshop - April 2023
April 15, 2023 - 2:45pm to 5:00pmFor our upcoming workshop, we'll have two presenters travelling to Jeonju from out of province. Please join us on April 15th to give them a warm welcome.
Title: What is going on here? A Road Map to Navigate Korean Workplace Culture
Abstract: There are some difficulties in living and working in any foreign country. South Korea is not an exception. Not being able to identify and then manage these difficulties can be frustrating and exhausting at times. In this workshop, we will be discussing a sample of difficulties within the context of the Korean educational setting...
Classroom Management SIG: Remembering Names
April 12, 2023 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Do you know all of your students' names? Given how many learners we meet each week, it's not easy to do. However, this effective classroom management strategy oils the teaching/learning machinery.
Join the Classroom Management SIG for an informal discussion on this topic. You can tell us about your experiences and where you stand on the cultural issue of names. Your tips and strategies are always welcome.
And here is some pre-meeting reading for homework!
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86044674170?pwd=Ym9CaStQRTdVbkx1ZWVTZUFUMkdudz09
DCC 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/...
DCC Wednesday Workshop - March Edition
March 29, 2023 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
DCC Wednesday Workshop - March Edition
Wednesday, March 29th, 2023
20:00 - 21:00 online Via Zoom
Presenters: Christina Jung & Cyril ReyesPresentation: 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/...
Humor in the Classroom
April 5, 2023 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Do you use humor in your classroom to liven up the class atmosphere? Have you thought about the implications of using humor in your lessons? How do students perceive the use of humor? What can we do if we’re not standup comedians? And is there any distinction between edutainment and entertainment in education?
If this tickles your funny bone, then join our Reflective Practice Zoom meeting. We will discuss the benefits of humor and the role it plays in the teaching/learning process.
Topic: Reflective Practice SIG: Humor in the Classroom
Time: Apr 5, 2023 20:00 Seoul...
March 2023: Garth Elzerman
March 2023
This month's voice:
Garth Elzerman, A Short Piece, A Long Journey
Introduction
Lindsay Herron
Editor, KOTESOL Voices
This month, our readers have an opportunity to get to know Garth Elzerman, the chair of the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference & PAC2023! In the recording embedded at the end of this page (and here on YouTube), Garth reflects on the circuitous journey that brought him to Korea--and to KOTESOL. His words will resonate with many of us, I suspect! Whether it's the promise of pizza, the muse in our meetings, or the...
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/...
Christian Teachers SIG Discussion & Fellowship
March 15, 2023 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Come and join the Christian Teachers SIG online from 8-9 PM on Wednesday, March 15 for discussion and fellowship. Shushan Richardson will be leading a discussion on time management, self-care, balance and boundaries.
Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83123135375?pwd=WnJ6QzJKZnhQS1JQUkVYY09BditGQT09
Seoul KOTESOL Social & Trivia Night
March 23, 2023 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
The Seoul KOTESOL chapter is hosting a Social & Trivia Night!
Our socials offer a wonderful chance to meet, mix, and mingle with other English educators in a fun, social environment. This is both a time to have fun, network, and maybe even crowd-source solutions to any teaching dilemmas you are currently facing; after all KOTESOL's main purpose is 'Teachers helping Teachers'.
The event is FREE, just drop in to Tap Public in Jongro and we will wave you over. Tap Public Gwanghwamun is near Jongkak station exit 1, or Gwanghamun station exit 3 & 4.
Check out our...
WGE SIG: Interview Spotlight
March 18, 2023 - 1:00pm to 2:00pmGuest lecturers will answer questions about their recent study centering on transnational Black women and non-binary and genderqueer (NBGQ) individuals' journeys in professional spaces in Japan. They will discuss their dialogues, impactful interviewee stories, and takeaways. Important themes include the intersectional identities of Black women in spaces where they are the minority within the minority and support within social and professional communities in Japan for black women.
Keywords: Black; women; identity; Japan; support
See the WGE KOTESOL Special Interest...
Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter Workshop
March 11, 2023 - 2:00pm to 5:00pm
On Saturday, March 11, the Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter will host a workshop linking reflection on teaching with photography, followed by a SwapShop in which teachers will share a favorite image to use with language students. All are welcome to attend.
Schedule
2:00-2:15 p.m. Check-in and Mingling
2:15-3:45 p.m. Workshop: Principles of Design: Reflective Practice Through a Lens
Presenters: Lisa Casaus (Gwangju Metropolitan Office of Education) & Jocelyn Wright (Mokpo National University)
4:00-4:45 p.m. Super SwapShop: Favorite Images to Use With...
KOTESOL Blossoms in Jinhae
March 25, 2023 - 1:00pm
Membership 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...
Presenter Resources
Results of the reviews will be sent out shortly!
IC2023 Presenter Guide
On behalf of everyone at KOTESOL, we’d like to once again welcome you to the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference! The sessions you will lead are the backbone of our conference and will benefit all those who attend the conference.
This page contains important links and information.
Revisions (if required)If your proposal was accepted with revisions, please read the reviewers’ comments and make the necessary amends to your submission on EdZil.la. Typically, these are either small mechanical or...
Attendee Conference Registration
Pre-Registration for the 30th Korea TESOL International Conferenceis now closed.
* For online-only attendee tickets, please visit our online conference platform, Edzil.la (payment in USD and by PayPal only; through April 30).
* In-person conference passes will be available for purchase onsite.
Registration HoursSaturday, April 29
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, April 30
8 a.m.-1 p.m.
* Cash (KRW), PayPal (USD), and bank transfer (KRW) only.
Onsite Prices Regular (nonmember) price: 85,000 KRW / 85 USD KOTESOL members + members of partner...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-...
JNJ KOTESOL Workshop - March 2023
March 18, 2023 - 2:45pm to 5:00pmWorkshop Details:
Join us for the first workshop of the 2023 season!
Title: Rainbow Speeches - Presentation Prep for Young Learners
Abstract: Presentation Days have been a staple of the ESL Community for decades. Parents love to see English in use, and students learn new skills, build confidence, and find motivation for their language-learning journey. But memorization can be a stressful experience, both for the students and the teachers. This interactive workshop draws ideas from scientific research as well as tried and tested classroom techniques, to discuss...
Classroom Management SIG: Exploring Issues in Classroom Management
March 8, 2023 - 8:00pm
Classroom management doesn’t have a neat and tidy definition. In more traditional contexts, classroom management is narrowly envisioned as dealing with behavioral issues—that carrot-and-stick approach to maintaining order and discipline in the classroom. Thinking more broadly, classroom management involves a great deal of awareness on the part of the teacher: awareness of physical space and the all-important and elusive emotional dimension of teaching-learning.
In this online workshop, the first for the Classroom Management SIG, we will explore issues related to classroom management...
Reflective Practice SIG: Reflecting on Lesson Plans
March 1, 2023 - 8:00pmA new semester (or month) is nearly here. And there’s an old saying: Fail to plan, plan to fail.
To some degree, teachers plan lessons. Lesson plans are often administrative requirements. Sometimes
not. But they are part of an effective teacher’s toolkit. Novice teachers might detail plans, including aims
and objectives, materials, activities, and timings. Experienced teachers might draw on their experience
and simply make mental notes. What kind of lesson planning do you typically do?
In this online workshop, we will first discuss lesson planning in...
2023.2.8 / Hyundai Yangjae Childcare Center / Seoul / English Teacher / 3.5~4 Mil KRW + Benefits
Hello Teachers!
At Hyundai Yangjae Childcare Center (for Hyundai Motor Company Headquarters' employees), we recognize the contributions of our teachers to the development of our children. As a result, we offer and request a work atmosphere characterized by mutual respect, willingness to take responsibility and grow professionally as well as having passion for teaching. We are looking for an enthusiastic native English speaking teacher, who loves young learners, to work at HYCC.
• Organization Name : Hyundai Yangjae Childcare Center
• Location : Seoul (17-6,...
Represent 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...
Presenter Resources
IC2023 Presenter Guide
On behalf of everyone at KOTESOL, we’d like to once again welcome you to the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference! The sessions you will lead are the backbone of our conference and will benefit all those who attend the conference.
This page contains important links and information.
A profile enhances the conference for you and the attendees!Log in to EdZilla, go to the top right of the screen and click on the circle. Then, click on "Your KOTESOL 2023 Profile".
After that, click on "edit". You can add a picture and brief description...
Yongin & Seoul Chapter Workshop
April 15, 2023 - 2:00pm to 5:00pmWorkshop
In April, Yongin Chapter will go on a field trip to Insadong in Seoul. We are honored to present a workshop in cooperation with Kotesol Seoul Chapter. Our speaker Rhea Metituk is well-known in the Kotesol community as she was the National Conference 2021 Committee Chair.
Title: Korean University Student's MBTI Obsession & Making it work for you
Speaker: Rhea Metituk
Format: Presentation & Discussion
Abstract
Finding topics that drive conversations for university aged students is a factor language...
Hotel Accommodations
Those visiting Seoul for the conference may wish to stay at our official conference hotel:
The Best Western Premier Seoul Garden Hotel
The hotel is approximately a 15-minute taxi ride from the conference venue, and it's located within an easy walk of a variety of restaurants and shops, as well as both the Gongdeok and Mapo subway stations and an airport limousine bus stop. (It should also be easy to find other conference attendees with whom you can share a taxi!) How to get there
Reserve your room today! Use the attached form to get the preferential rate offered to KOTESOL...