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Unofficial Gathering at the Great Korean Beer Festival
May 7, 2016 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Warm sunshine, cold craft beer, and delightful companions--what more do you need? Come and join the Membership Committee for an unofficial outdoor gathering at the Great Korean Beer Festival!
Find MemComm in the plaza and flash your KOTESOL membership card to receive a ticket for a free beer (6 oz.) and a pretzel necklace. (First 28 people only) We'll also bring some water and non-alcoholic beverages.
Food will be available for purchase at the festival, if you'd like a late lunch, early dinner, or just snacks. Feel free to come early and stay late--the festival is open from...
Theron Muller - Plenary NC2016
Theron Muller is an Associate Professor at the University of Toyama, Japan. He has presented plenaries at a number of domestic and international conferences throughout Japan and Asia. His publications include research into English language teaching and academic publishing. He is lead editor on two book projects, Innovating EFL Teaching in Asia (2012) and Exploring EFL Fluency in Asia (2014), both published with Palgrave Macmillan. His most current research interests include the teaching of English for medical purposes, investigating the experiences of authors pursuing academic publication...
Program (Initial Listing)
Archive Copy.A Provisional Listing of Sessions for the KOTESOL 2016 National Conference
Sangji University, Wonju
May 28th
Connecting the provinces in ELT research: Making the local visible globally
Theron Muller
Teachers doing classroom research: An interactive professional development workshop
Gerald Talandis and Theron Muller
Pedagogical activities for promoting social action
Jocelyn Wright
Motivating your EFL students: Theory versus Practice
Wayne Finley and Tory S. Thorkelson...
08. Website & Tech
Maria VasquezLCS Academy
Get in touch with us here: jeonju@koreatesol.org
Transit - Getting to the Conference
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Intercity and local transportation options
Intercity Transportation BusesThere are two terminals in Wonju but they are located next to each other. Cities listed with an asterisk* are Express Bus options using Wonju Express Bus Terminal. All others use the intercity terminal located in the tall W building.
Arriving/Departing Wonju http://www.wonjuterminal.co.kr/sub/sub02/p01.asp (check your home bus terminal for departure times)
Seoul: Seoul Express Bus Terminal*, Dong Seoul, Gyeonggi: Ansan, Anyang, Bucheon, Cheonan, Goyang, Hannam, Icheon, Incheon,...Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL May Chapter Meeting
May 21, 2016 - 12:00am
___________________________________Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter May Meeting
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––– Morning Korean Help Cafe –––
Time: 10:00 - 10:50 am (Sat., May 21). After-10 arrivals are welcome.
Location: Kenya Espresso Cafe (directions below and map at bottom)
Bring your questions about the Korean language.
Target group: High-Beginner to Low-Intermediate.
David Shaffer at the Help Table. Casual format.
––– Morning Reflective Practice Session –––
Topic: Dealing with Social Issues in the EFL Classroom: Discussing the Issues
Session Facilitator...
Accommodations - Official Conference Hotel
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There are advantages to staying at the official conference hotel!
Casual meets with the conference stars and others, an extra-comfortable night's sleep around a busy conference day... and a range of restaurant and entertainment options nearby in central Wonju.
Hotel K (This is not part of the "K-Hotel" chain)
강원도 원주시 시청로 29-3 (무실동 1724-7)
phone: 033-812-3000
http://hotelk.co.kr/reservation.htm (Korean only) - Rooms from 70,000 won.
Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/vRWbBGntBA22
Naver map: http://tinyurl.com/Hotel-K-Wonju (see below...
Pre-Registration for National Conference 2016
Pre-registration for the KOTESOL 2016 National Conference is now open.
"Our Provinces”Date: 28th May 2016 (Saturday)
Venue: Sangji University, Wonju
Plenary speaker: Theron Muller (University of Toyama)
Register online now through May 15 to save fees:
Registration Rates
Members: 10,000 won (expiring after May 31, 2016; 20,000 won onsite)
Non-members: 25,000 won (35,000 won onsite)
Undergraduate student: 10,000 won (onsite only; must show ID)
Groups (5+ people): 20,000 won per person (not available onsite).
..... For further...
April 2016 Issue of KOTESOL News Sent
The April 2016 issue of KOTESOL News was sent on the morning of April 1 to 1,602 subscribers. This issue includes pre-registration information for upcoming conferences, links to our newest publications, calls for papers both in KOTESOL and internationally, and more! Read, share, or subscribe here.
Jeonju-North Jeolla KOTESOL April Workshop
April 9, 2016 - 2:45pm to 5:00pm
Jeonju-North Jeolla KOTESOL is excited to announce our April workshop for teachers, teacher trainees, or anyone interested in English education in Korea.
This month’s workshops include: transferring teaching skills into presentation skills (and vice versa) (with Aaron Snowberger); and playing some conversation games which we can take to our classrooms on Monday (as presented by Lindsay Herron).
Presentation 1
Speak Better: Become a Better Presenter by Becoming a Better Teacher (and vice versa)
by Aaron Snowberger
Abstract:
Think about it. As a...
Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Mokpo Outreach Special Workshops
April 30, 2016 - 1:00am to 4:30am
Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL April Outreach
Time: Saturday, April 30, 2016, 1:00 p.m.
Place: Mokpo National University (Muan, Jeonnam), Bldg. A10, Rm. 204 & 205
Directions to Venue: http://koreatesol.org/content/directions-mokpomuan-outreach
Google Map
—— Workshop Presentations ——
1:30 pm [Rm 204]: Collaborative Graph-Making Tasks for Language Learning
— Jocelyn Wright (Mokpo National University, Muan)
1:30 pm [Rm 205]: Story Writing as a Path to Academic Writing
— Bryan Hale (Sunkyeong Academy, Gwangju)
2:15–2:45 —— Networking...
Daegu-Gyeongbuk KOTESOL April Workshop and Swap Shop
April 2, 2016 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm
The Daegu-Gyeongbuk monthly workshop is back for the month of April with a reflective practice workshop/swap shop & networking event.
Speakers and Topics:
1. Using Critical Incidents to Further Professional Development (Chris Miller)
2. Introducing the Reflective Practice Special Interest Group (Josette LeBlanc)
3. Swap Shop & Networking (Attendees)
Using Critical Incidents to Further Professional Development (Chris Miller)
Reflective practice is an entrenched part of TESOL. Farrell defines critical incidents as “any unplanned and...
Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL April Chapter Meeting
April 9, 2016 - 12:00am
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter April Meeting.
----- Morning Reflective Practice Session -----
Topic: How Ecological Is Your Classroom?
Session Facilitator: Jocelyn Wright
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (Sat., April. 9)
NEW Location: Aldersgate (올더스게이트), cozy cafe near GNUE. Ground floor of 광주우리교회 Building.
----- Main Meeting Schedule -----
Time: Saturday, April 9, 2016, 1:45 - 5:00 pm
NEW Location: Gwangju National University of Education (GNUE), Teacher Training Center (교사교육센터) 1st Floor; Room 811. Detailed directions HERE.
1:45 pm: Sign-in...
Yongin KOTESOL Chapter April Double Feature Workshops: How to Publish in an Academic Journal and "Beyond the English Only" Rule : Promoting and Encouraging English Use in the EFL Classroom
April 9, 2016 - 2:00pm to 4:00pmYongin KOTESOL Chapter April Double Feature Workshops
How to Publish in an Academic Journal (2PM-2:50PM)
Abstract:
For many authors, writing their first academic journal article can be a daunting process. This practical workshop, presented by the editor of a US-backed academic journal firm, will cover a variety of topics addressing he writing, submitting, and revision stages. The writing stage looks at choosing a journal, manuscript preparation and submission and ending with rejection. The final revision stage looks at addressing the comments of reviewers and...
KOTESOL Proceedings 2014 Now Online
KOTESOL Proceedings 2014 is now available online. This is a select collection of research papers based on 2 invited speaker sessions and 22 concurrent session presentations at the 2014 Korea TESOL International Conference, available at present to members only:
KOTESOL Proceedings 2014
Embracing Change: Blazing New Frontiers Through Language Teaching
— Proceedings of the KOTESOL / KAFLE International Conference —
Seoul, Korea; October 4-5, 2014
Available for download at: https://koreatesol.org/content/kotesol-proceedings-2014
Compliments to the...
소개
대한영어교육학회
한국영어교육단체 인 대한영어교육학회(Korea TESOL, KOTESOL)는 영어교육을 개선하고자 자발적으로 모인 국적불문의 영어교육자들의 전문적인 단체 입니다. 영어를 가르치고 배우는 과정에서 나타나는 혼재된 문화의 이해를 돕고, 영어교수학습에 관한 정보를 공유하며, 영어교육에 관한 이론 및 실천적 연구를 위해 1992년에 창설되었습니다.
본 학회는 한국 거주 내외국인 영어 교육자들이 자원봉사자로서 참여하여 운영되는 비영리적 학술 단체로서, 누구든지 영어교육에 관심이 있는 사람이라면 참여할 수 있습니다. 참여자들은 영어교육의 여러 주제에 대해 토론하며, 영어교육의 학문적 이해와 방법론, 그리고 교실에서 직접 실천할 수 있는 다양한 영어교수학습에 대해 함께 고민할 수 있습니다.
대한영어교육학회(KOTESOL)는 학술 단체이지만 실천적인 지식을 공유하는데 매우 탁월하여 실제 영어교사로서의 역량과 교실 수업을 개선하는 데 실제적으로 큰 도움이 됩니다. 현재 전국 10개의 지역별 지회 모임으로 운영되고 있으며 대부분 지역모임에서는 매달 워크샵이 열립니다. 또한, 지역 간의 교류 워크샵과 학술대회가...
Jeju Chapter Spring Workshop
March 27, 2016 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Join us on Sunday, March 27, 2016 from 3 to 5 p.m. when we will be hosting a FREE teacher training workshop led by Leonie Overbeek that you don't want to miss, especially if you are a new teacher!
This workshop will be broken up into two parts. During the first hour, Leonie will discuss effective team teaching in the classroom. This would be extremely helpful to all of you who work with co-teachers. The second hour will be dedicated to a hands-on approach to her most effective games used in the ESL classroom. This is especially useful if you find yourself finishing textbook pages...
Busan-Gyeongnam April Workshop
April 16, 2016 - 3:15pm to 5:45pmLocation: HQ Bar, Gwangali map and directions
This April we are hosting a workshop with 2 presenters. First Ian Adkins will discuss language anxiety during his workshop titled Your Students are Terrified! Then, after a short break Joe Greenwood will present Pronunciation: The Cinderella of language teaching? which is sure to provide teachers with practicle tips for intergrating pronounciation practice into their lessons.
Tentetive Schedule
3:15 sign in
3:30 -Ian Adkins, Your students are terrified
4:20 - networking break
4:45- Joe Greenwood, ...
KOTESOL Partners & Useful Links
KOTESOL has a variety of partnerships
These include partnerships with fellow English Language Teacher Associations (ELTAs) within Korea (Domestic), beyond Korea (Global), and our Sponsors/Partners who invest marketing resources through KOTESOL.
More information on our English Language Teacher Associations is managed by our International Outreach Committee, available at http://koreatesol.org/ioc Find details on ELTA partnerships at http://koreatesol.org/content/partnerships
More information on becoming a marketing partner of Korea TESOL (e.g., booksellers, teacher professional...
04 Member DI$COUNT Deals
The Gwangju–Jeonnam Chapter, and KOTESOL as a whole, is promoting a member discount program whereby local and nationwide establishments provide discounts on select products and services to our membership.
Our Discount PartnersThe Alleyway
Located in Dongmyoungdong Gwangju, this Western cuisine restaurant caters to the international community in the area with a North American-style menu. A lifetime KOTESOL member from the original The First Alleyway still can be seen waiting on tables and the new Alleyway owner continues their support with a discount of 10% on food to...
Bus to the Seoul Chapter Conference
April 24, 2016 - 7:00am
We will be renting a bus to take to Seoul Chapter's annual conference. The bus will leave Woosong University at 7AM and return by 8PM. Details of the conference can be found here: https://koreatesol.org/content/kotesol-seoul-chapter-12th-annual-confere...
March 2016 KOTESOL chapter workshop
March 26, 2016 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm
FREE ADMISSION! ON-SITE REGISTRATION!
Date/Time: March 26 (Saturday), 3:00 - 5:00PM
1:00 - 2:50PM ~ Networking (greet and meet) & onsite registration
3:00 - 5:00PM ~ Workshop
5:01 - 6:00PM ~ Coffee and chat (a coffee shop around the venue)
Topic:
Critical Thinking, Questioning, and Student Engagement in Korean University English Courses
by Prof. Scott A. DeWaelsche, Duksung Women’s University
Venue:
Rm. 105, Injaegwan (Sookmyung Professional Center), Sookmyung Women’s University, Seoul, South Korea
Contact:...
Celebrate Spring with TEC – The English Connection's Spring Issue Is Online
As the new buds blossom and bloom on spring-time branches, The English Connection springs similarly forth with a fresh-smelling posy of articles on teaching TESOL in Korea, just for you. (Log in to access the Spring issue HERE.)
Three articles focus on teaching writing: one on teaching English through poetry, by Michael Free and Yuri Angie White; another is the book review about academic written English, contributed by Angela Guanying Wu; and our lead feature is on the art of keeping writing students happily motivated via their decisions and choices, by Tim Self.
For most of...
Calling all presenters! The Jeju Chapter needs you for our upcoming Spring Workshop!
The Jeju Chapter is looking for a speaker to present at our spring workshop on Sunday, March 27, 2016 from 3 to 5 p.m. This workshop will be focused on new teachers to Jeju Island and Korea. We would like to hold a two hour workshop where we discuss Korean education culture during the first hour and practical review games and activities in the second hour. We are offering a 150,000 won stipend to help cover travel and lodging expenses. If you are interested, please submit a short paragraph summary of your presentation and mini bio to Jeju Chapter President, Stephanie Nixon, at jeju@...
The 12th Annual Seoul KOTESOL Conference Announcement
April 24, 2016 - 9:30am to 4:30pmThe 12th Annual Seoul KOTESOL Conference Theme: Stepping Up
Sookmyung Women's University, Seoul
Sunday, April 24, 2016
9:30AM-4:20PM
Pre-Conference Registration
Call for Paper Abstracts: workshop or research abstracts at least 200 words in length with biographical information in not more than 50 words
Deadline: April 3, 2016 (Sunday), 11:30PM
Contact: Dr. Ian Done D. Ramos professionalworkian@gmail.com / president@seoulkotesol.org.
Conference Fee (Won): Student & Member, 10,000 / Non-member, 20,000
Online pre-...
Jeonju-North Jeolla March Workshop
March 12, 2016 - 2:45pm to 5:00pm
Did you have a good first day back at school? Were your students excited to be back?
We at Jeonju-North Jeolla KOTESOL have been working over the break to prepare a schedule of workshops and conferences for you for 2016. We hope you’ll join us!
Our first workshop will be held on Saturday, March 12th, at 2:45 p.m., at Jeonju University. The two presenters will help you get your students participating, with workshops on (1) making comics with students, and (2) techniques to get students to speak up in class.
Come join us to pick up some teaching tips and to network with...
National Council Meeting
April 24, 2016 - 12:30pm to 1:30pmThe first National Council meeting of 2016 is expected to be short and sweet! Everyone is invited; it will take place at the Seoul Chapter conference, in B107 during the lunch break. The meeting agenda is attached below.
A more precise Google Map: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=zfWiiEgsCgeQ.k3K6VhTfl4KE
2nd Annual Busan- Gyeongnam KOTESOL March Meet & Greet
March 19, 2016 - 3:00pm to 6:00pmLocation: Gwangan Taphouse formerly known as Galmegi Pub, map and directions
BG-KOTESOL is starting the school year with its second March Meet & Greet. The March Meet & Greet is a casual networking and social activity to kick off the new school year. All English teachers are invited to attend, socialize, and to get to know BG-KOTESOL. It will be an especially good opportunity for Busan's newcomers to meet some veterans.
The chapter will provide something to snack on as we socialize. However, attendees will be responsible for purchasing their own beverages.
Call for Presentations Extended - National Conference 2016
The Call for Presentations for the 2016 KOTESOL National Conference in Wonju has been extended to Sunday, March 6 (11:59pm).
Submit your proposal!
See the Call at https://koreatesol.org/nc2016CFP
Yongin KOTESOL Chapter is Seeking Presenters (2016)
Yongin KOTESOL is one of the most active and fastest growing chapters in Korea. Right now, we’re looking for presenters to fill out our spring and fall 2016 seasons! If you’d like to give a workshop that will help us improve our teaching, send your proposal to Martin Todd, the Yongin KOTESOL'’ First Vice-President at martinhtodd@gmail.com by March 11th. We’ll get back to you quickly and we’ll be making up our schedule in mid March.