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Korean Freshmen’s Predisposition to Machine Translation: The Use of Papago in Classrooms
Julian Lee Williams (Woosong University, Korea) Christopher Green (Woosong University, Korea) Abstract The most famous machine translation (MT) application in Korea is Papago. A qualitative study of students at Woosong University showed that using MT tools in...Basic page June 9, 2024
Five Effective Strategies for Providing Observation Feedback to EMI Instructors
Bradley Lunsford (National Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan) Abstract English as a medium of instruction (EMI) has gained popularity in Taiwan, driven by globalization and the increasing significance of English proficiency across diverse fields...Basic page June 9, 2024
Investigating the Impact of Love on Teaching and Learning in ESL K-12 Classrooms
Vuyokazi Yolanda Makubalo (Sol Plaatje University, South Africa) Mzukisi Howard Kepe (Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa) Abstract There is a growing interest in the transformative potential of love in English as a second language (ESL) teaching...Basic page June 10, 2024
On the ground activities for cultural awareness, Gwangju-Jeonnam
Announcement for Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter KOTESOL's July Workshop Event __________ Event Title On the ground activities for cultural awareness Slides from Chapter Date: July 13, 2024 (Saturday) 14:00 to 17:00 Dinner afterwards: Mexican Food. Tequillaz....Events Gwangju-Jeonnam June 11, 2024
Reassessing the Status of English in Oman: Have the Circles Merged?
Roy Pushpavilasam Veettil (Sohar University, Oman) Abstract Having lived in Oman for over a decade, I have observed the growing importance of English, which is now essential for higher education and employment in both private and government sectors. However...Basic page June 11, 2024
Teaching as Storytelling: Narrative Techniques for Engaging Education
Storytelling is a staple activity of kindergarten classes, but it is often sidelined in the later stages of education as students get older and class contents become more demanding. This is unfortunate, as storytelling can be an effective approach to teaching in any class, from...Events Daegu-Gyeongbuk June 13, 2024
Using AI to Improve Speaking Skills for the IELTS Test
Cristina Tat (Doshisha Women`s College of Liberal Arts, Japan) Sean E.K.P. Gay (Kyoto University of Foreign Studies, Japan) Abstract We will explain how we used the transcription-translation platform TurboScribe in conjunction with the latest Chat GPT-4o AI...Basic page June 15, 2024
Teaching as Storytelling: Narrative Techniques for Engaging Education
Stewart Gray joins Daegu Chapter Saturday, June 22 at 3pm for a session on Teaching as Storytelling: Narrative Techniques for Engaging Education at the UCC Center in Downtown Daegu. See Event Listing for more information. Map to Daegu Chapter Meetings at UCC Center.News Daegu-Gyeongbuk June 17, 2024
Conflict, Peace, and Teaching in Higher Education: Reflections on an International Career in Korean Academia
Kevin Kester (Seoul National University, Korea) Abstract In this workshop, I will overview the education and research portfolio of the Education, Conflict and Peace Lab at Seoul National University. I will highlight key activities in the areas of research,...Basic page June 17, 2024
Peace Education as a Form of Global Citizenship Education in Universities in Divided Settings: Challenges and Prospects
Kevin Kester (Seoul National University, Korea) Abstract Peace education has been practiced as a form of global citizenship education for several decades. Since the establishment of the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, this overlap between the...Basic page June 17, 2024
A Pilot Study on a General Education Center Course via Curation and VR Creation
Gloria Shu Mei Chwo (HungKuang University, Taiwan) Abstract We report a groundbreaking initiative aimed to enhance an existing General Education Center cultural awareness course for English non-majors at a Taiwan university, using cutting edge technology....Basic page June 19, 2024
Towards the Creation of an Amalgam English: A Phonetic and Attitudinal Case Study
Biljana Čubrović (University of Belgrade, Serbia) Abstract The position of English as a global language and the lingua franca of our time has also influenced the emergence of different L2 Englishes around the world, each somewhat specific in its own right. More...Basic page June 19, 2024
2024.6.24 / Soongsil University / Summer English Camp Teacher / Seoul / 2,800,000~4,300,000 KRW [RENEWED]
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Impact of AI-based Language Services on English Business Communication in Japan
Saeko Ujiie (SBF Consulting LLC, Japan) Abstract AI-based English communication services are becoming increasingly prevalent in Japanese business settings, where English serves as a crucial lingua franca. English presents substantial challenges for Japanese...Basic page Multimedia & CALL June 24, 2024
Teaching the Polysemy of Prepositions: Is More Fine-Grained Practice More Effective?
Charles M. Mueller (Fuji Women's University, Japan) Abstract Empirical studies have demonstrated that English prepositions can be effectively taught through lessons that target individual prepositional senses. These lessons often include tasks in which students...Basic page June 24, 2024
Integrating an Entrepreneurship Education Approach in English Academic Writing Classrooms: An Interdisciplinary View
Bazilah Raihan Mat Shawal (Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Malaysia) Liyana Ahmad Afip (Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Malaysia) Kavaljit Kaur Nand Singh (Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Malaysia) Suhaida Omar (Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Malaysia) Linira Ghazali...Basic page June 24, 2024
Students’ Attitudes Toward Translanguaging Practice in EFL Classrooms in Vietnam
Thi Ngoc Le Phan (VNU University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Vietnam) Abstract In this study, I shed light on the attitudes of students toward translanguaging when this practice was applied in EFL classes. The participants...Basic page June 26, 2024
Most Common Errors in a KEFL First-Year University Students Essay Corpus
Sally Arkley (Gwangju National University of Education, Korea) Abstract This paper presents research based on a corpus of 300 Korean first-year university student essays. I analysed this learner corpus for the most common errors. According to my...Basic page June 26, 2024
Information on Student Sessions
Attention, students! The 2024 ESBB International TESOL Conference & KOTESOL National Conference wants to feature special sessions by students throughout the weekend. Are you interested in presenting? It will be a great chance to meet people from many different...Basic page 2024 National Conference June 26, 2024
Incheon
Homepage of the Incheon Chapter The Incheon Chapter of KOTESOL is dedicated to supporting English language teaching professionals in the Incheon area. Our chapter provides professional development opportunities, networking, and community engagement through...Chapter, Conference, Admin, and Special Groups June 26, 2024
RESCHEDULED: Busan-Gyeongnam 2024 Beach Hop
Events Busan-Gyeongnam Chapter June 26, 2024
Welcome, Incheon Chapter!
At the KOTESOL National Council meeting on June 23, the Council approved a proposal to create a new Incheon Chapter, bringing KOTESOL to a total of ten active chapters nationwide. Members can now select Incheon as their home chapter in their profiles (My account --> Edit --...News June 27, 2024
Peace Linguistics in Your Classroom?
Jocelyn Wright (Mokpo National University, Korea) Abstract Peace linguistics (PL), an emerging area of research and practice, offers ample possibilities for creative exploration and action, but it is not yet familiar to many. In this interactive task-based...Basic page June 27, 2024
Why Nationalism and Language Teaching? Articulating an Interdisciplinary Research Agenda
Bryan Meadows (Independent Scholar, Korea) Abstract Echoing the conference theme of building bridges, I will articulate a research agenda connecting the two disciplines of nationalism studies and language education. The intersection of the two is relevant to all...Basic page June 28, 2024
Social Emotional Learning in the Writing Classroom: Some Successful Activity Ideas
Bryan Meadows (Independent Scholar, Korea) Abstract In this online poster presentation, I will share with teachers classroom activities that serve the dual purpose of (a) promoting student social emotional learning (SEL) and (b) advancing student writing...Basic page June 28, 2024