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Vicente Arevalo
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Vicente Arevalo, University of Suwon
Abstract
This qualitative descriptive study focuses on error analysis of selected students’ written essays from three Asian universities. A total of 83 students participated with 68 essays. Fifteen (15) essays from the University of San Agustin, 18 essays from John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University in the Philippines and 36 essays from Univeristy of Suwon in South Korea were analyzed using...
Colin Walker
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Colin Walker, Myongji University
Abstract
In today’s increasingly competitive job market, teachers and researchers have taken a heightened interest in academic publishing. In many ELT publications, the ability to communicate ideas succinctly and thoroughly within a limited word space is a critical skill that often goes overlooked. The result, I have observed in my role as Chair of the KOTESOL Research Committee and Managing Editor of...
Jessica Magnusson
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Jessica Magnusson, Gwangju National University of Education
Abstract
Teachers work hard to prepare lessons that are both educational and enjoyable for students. The use of educational materials such as individual whiteboards, letter tiles, games and project kits can liven up a classroom. However, purchasing such materials can be a financial burden to individual teachers or to schools. Some materials require a huge amount of prep time from...
Sunette Labuschagne
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Sunette Labuschagne, EPIK: Gangwon Province
Abstract
Wait-time. We’ve heard about it, read about it and know we should apply it during our classes. But do we? Do we give our students enough time to think about the question asked before actually giving them the opportunity to answer? During this presentation we will look at what wait-time is, find out how much time the average teacher gives their students before requiring them to answer...
Choi, Yon
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Choi, Yon, Seoul, Korea
Abstract
Motivation is one of the key factors to make students keep their learning successfully in any topics. When it comes to English writing, the students are usually afraid of it. However, last summer when I told my 10-year-old students that they could create and purchase their POD (Publish On Demand) book on the Internet bookstore, Kyobo which is one of the largest bookstores in Korea, they were very excited about being...
Paul Johnson
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Paul Johnson, Changshin University
Abstract
This workshop seeks to show the many benefits of developing and using adventure style role playing games (ARPGs) for language development and, through a hands on experience, helps teachers create and implement their own.
1. The many benefits of ARPGs.
2. An explanation of traditional RPG game mechanics.
3. How to develop one’s own ARPG to best suit specific student needs.
4....
Ana Maria Flores
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Ana Maria Flores, Nanzan University, Nagoya
Abstract
This presentation is about fashioning reading activities that have students do tasks using knowledge that is already within their experience, thereby increasing motivation. The presenter will demonstrate how folklores and folktales that pertain to the students’ native language and native culture are suitable to call upon the learners’ existing schemata. Furthermore, that implementing a course of study...
May 2018 Issue of KOTESOL News Is Now Out
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.
Tech savvy? Project-Based Instruction & Mentoring vs. Teaching
May 19, 2018 - 4:00pm to 6:30pm
KOTESOL Chapter Meeting & Presentation:
Tech Savvy Project-based Learning: Mentoring vs. Teaching
Laura Stephenson
4-4:30
Mingling
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4:30-5:30
KOTESOL Chapter Meeting
We will review our GAMECHANGERS in ELT Spring Regional Academic Conference, discuss our 2019 calendar events and the upcoming National and International Conferences. We will debrief members on special interest groups in KOTESOL.
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5:30-6:30
PRESENTATION: Tech-savvy Project-based Learning: Mentoring vs. Teaching
Laura Stephenson...
2018 May Social
May 10, 2018 - 8:00pm to 9:00pmHello everyone, Seoul KOTESOL's next monthly social is coming up soon! 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'. We would love to see as many members (and non-members) there as possible! We will look forward to seeing you!
For more information about the venue, please click on the links below.
https://www....
2018 May Workshop
May 19, 2018 - 2:30pm to 5:00pm2:30~2:59 On-site registration
3:00~5:00 Workshop
5:01~6:00 Coffee and chat (at a coffee shop around the venue)
To pre-register, click here.
To find Injaegwan, click here.
Tech Savvy? Project-based Instruction & Mentoring vs. Teaching/Bg KOTESOL Chapter Meeting
April 18, 2018 - 4:00am to 6:30am
KOTESOL Chapter Meeting & Presentation:
Tech Savvy Project-based Learning: Mentoring vs. Teaching
Laura Stephenson
4-4:30
Mingling
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4:30-5:30
KOTESOL Chapter Meeting
We will review our GAMECHANGERS in ELT Spring Regional Academic Conference, discuss our 2019 calendar events and the upcoming National and International Conferences. We will debrief members on special interest groups in KOTESOL.
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5:30-6:30
PRESENTATION: Tech-savvy Project-based Learning: Mentoring vs. Teaching
Laura Stephenson...
Scott Henderson
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Scott Henderson, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
Abstract
Almost everyone has a deck or two of playing cards just lying around the house, but now it is time to dust them off and put them to better use in your classroom. In this workshop, attendees will first learn practical tasks and activities that will get students out of their seats and interacting with their classmates. This learning session will also illustrate how a simple deck of fifty-two cards...
Stacey Christensen
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Stacey Christensen, Brigham Young University
Abstract
Many studies show that most ESL students pursuing advanced degrees at U.S. universities have a great desire to write error-free, and yet struggle to produce writing that is linguistically accurate and lexically competent. They want all their errors marked so that the written corrective feedback (WCF) can be used as a learning tool to improve their writing (Amrhein & Nassaji, 2010). Giving comprehensive...
Michael Lee
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Michael Lee, EPIK: Daegu Dongbu Middle School
Abstract
Special needs students require English that allow them to get around a world that either does not provide enough information, or if provided, they will need to know how to communicate and maximize their use of the ecology that provides for them. Symbols and pictures are used to communicate an action or request for these potential contributors to society. The skill to reciprocate...
Amanda Racy
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Amanda Racy, Daegu University
Abstract
This presentation will include a brief walk-through of a project-based learning curriculum that was developed for a university level English Speaking and Listening class for first year English Education majors. The curriculum was designed to integrate language skills, research skills, culture, and technology, so that students can become more culturally-sensitive, well-rounded, and independent learners. An overview...
Andrea Rakushin Lee
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Andrea Rakushin Lee, Konkuk University, Glocal Campus
Abstract
Getting students interested in writing may be a challenging task if they are not interested in studying English or do not see benefits in the activities that they are completing. It is important for students to understand the value of writing assignments by completing practical activities that can be useful in the real world. This presentation discusses six practical online...
Lee, Hwami
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Lee, Hwami, Konkuk University, Glocal Campus
Abstract
Have you ever come across a brochure or poster and wanted to incorporate them into your EFL lessons but not quite sure how? In this workshop, tips on how to procure realia while teaching in a foreign country will be discussed. Realia are objects from real life which are used in the classroom to teach about the concept and create a better understanding for students.
In the first part of the workshop, the...
Neil Briggs
KOTESOL National Conference 2018
Presentation (45 minutes)
Neil Briggs, Hannam University
Abstract
According to Sociocultural theory, tools are commonly used to mediate the language learning process (Vygotsky, 1978). Interestingly, however, the capabilities of particular computer-based tools have begun to exceed the abilities of many language learners. For example, Neural Machine Translation (NMT) emerged in 2016, bringing with it marked improvements to the accuracy of web-based machine translation (...
Rhett Burton & Leonie Overbeek
KOTESOL National Conference 2018(Special Session)
Rhett Burton, Burton’s English School
Leonie Overbeek, Hwaseong Board of Education: Seosin Middle School
Abstract
What will happen when you or your school aren't interested in renewing your teaching contract? Will you find a new job, leave Korea, or start up your own educational based business. These are all possible and there are lots of opportunities.
These opportunities won't be easy though. These transitions won't be the 'Low Risk / High Reward...
Jung, Sung-yoon
KOTESOL National Conference 2018(Invited Presentation)
Jung, Sung-yoon, Sim In High School
Abstract
How is present society different from that of 100 years ago? Today's society has changed substantially; the vehicle of choice used to be the wagon, whereas now we have electric cars. But is the 21st century classroom really so different from those of 100 years ago? When one looks, very little seems to have changed, except for the presence of a large screen in either the corner or the front of the...
Scott Berlin
KOTESOL National Conference 2018(Special Guest Workshop)
Scott Berlin, American University of Kuwait
Abstract
Today’s technological revolution has created a border all teachers must face: crossing into the digital age of learning. Students born in the digital age have an ever increasing array of internet and smart phone learning tools that allow them to learn much differently than previous generations. Today’s teachers must adapt to meet the students in this new frontier. But what if you are a department head, director, or...
Barbara Hoskins Sakamoto & Michael Griffin
KOTESOL National Conference 2018(Featured Workshop)
Barbara Hoskins Sakamoto,
Director, International Teacher Development Institute and Co-author of Let’s Go
Michael Griffin, The ELT Workshop
Abstract
In the past, teacher mentoring programs were largely face-to-face pairings of teacher educators and practicum students, or experienced and novice teachers in the same school, and the focus was largely on building classroom skills. With ever-increasing opportunities for practicing teachers to engage in professional...
Need a hotel for National Conference?
If you are coming in to the National Conference area Friday evening, or want to stay in Yongin Saturday night (Everland Sunday?) you might want to take advantage of a great deal on a nice motel near the venue.
Great Discounts plus free breakfast.
See more! https://koreatesol.org/nc2018-hotel-option-national-conference-2018
DCC Luncheon at NatCon
May 12, 2018 - 12:00pm to 12:45pm
DC Chapter Luncheon @ the National Conference!
The Daejeon-Chungcheong Chapter will be providing lunch and beverages for it's members at the National Conference.
Time: 12PM to 12:50PM
Location: National Conference, Room 308
See you there!
Questions? Email us at daejeon@koreatesol.org
DCC Summer Picnic
June 23, 2018 - 1:00pm to 5:00pm
The DCC Summer Picnic
Saturday, June 23rd, 2018
Hanbat Arboretum (한밭수목원), Daejeon
Have fun in the sun with the DCC! We'll provide food and drinks. We'd like to ask attendees to also bring something to share with everyone. We'll have games and prizes as well.
Questions? Email us at daejeon@koreatesol.org
DCC May Workshop
May 26, 2018 - 12:00pm to 3:00pm
It's time for our May Workshop!
Saturday, May 26th, 2018
12PM to 3PM
Daejeon International Center
Presenters:
Alex GrevettLeonie Overbeek
12.00 Start and meet-and-greet
12.30 Workshop 1: Leonie Overbeek, 'What works?'
1.30 Break
1.45 Workshop 2: Alex Grevett, '4 Dimensions of Conversation Assessment'
2.45 Q&A and prizes
3.00 Finish
Leonie and Alex both have great reputations as speakers - we're really lucky to have them, and every time they present attendees leave with something useful. Please come and see them!
We look...
New Membership Perk for May 2018: 2 for 1 Online Courses
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!
Hotel option at National Conference 2018
Archived Page.
Lee Design Hotel
(2 subway stops from conference venue Kangnam University)
https://www.leedesignhotel.com/index.asp
845-1 Jung-dong, Giheung-gu, Yongin
google maps link: https://tinyurl.com/LeeDesignHotel-GoogleMaps
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Mention that you'll be at the KOTESOL Conference at Kangnam University for DISCOUNTS:
Standard double: 77,000w Standard twin: 87,000w Premium double: 88,000w Premium twin: 98,000wPlus free breakfast (normally 10,000)
May 2018 Workshop
May 12, 2018 - 2:45pm to 5:00pm
Are you ready for our next workshop? It is on Saturday, May 12 in Jeonju University’s Star Center. We start at 2:45 in the afternoon and welcome anyone with an interest in improving their English teaching. As usual, we have two great speakers we are looking forward to learning from.
Justin Morales will be teaching us how to use the learning management system Pbworks and create your own wiki. LMS provides opportunities for students to use technology to aid in language learning, have access to classroom materials and submit homework. For teachers it can help keep the language course...