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Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Workshop: "Habits: Small Changes Make a Difference"
Join us on February 12 for a special presentation by Sydney Lee! Saturday, February 12 2-3 p.m. (KST) Sydney Lee, "Habits: Small Changes Make a Difference" 3-4 p.m. (KST) Social Time To attend, click here to open the Zoom room. The Zoom room will be open...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam January 15, 2022
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Workshop: Lesson Plan Jam Session
Join the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter for a lesson plan jam session to kick off the new school year! What lessons or activities are you MOST excited about this term? What lessons or activities do you want to improve? Where are you drawing a blank? Bring your ideas and inquiries to an...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam February 28, 2022
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Workshop
Our April 2022 meeting features a sneak peek at a workshop from the 2022 KOTESOL International Conference, by chapter friend and popular presenter John Breckenfeld! Saturday, April 9 2-3 p.m. (KST) John Breckenfeld, "Money Drives Modern Life, so Why Not...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam March 30, 2022
May 2022 Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Meeting
Join us on Saturday, May 14, for a workshop entitled "Games Galore" with Katherine Scott! 2-3 p.m. Games Galore (Workshop) —Katherine Scott (Goheung Boys Middle School) 3-4 p.m. Social Time & KOTESOL2022 Idea Swap Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87378496636...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam April 23, 2022
Greenlight to Freedom: Special presentation by Songmi Han with Casey Lartigue
On Saturday, July 9, the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter and KOTESOL Social Justice Special Interest Group (SJ SIG) present Songmi Han with Casey Lartigue Jr. Discussing Songmi's new autobiographical book Greenlight to Freedom: A North Korean Daughter's Search for Her Mother...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam May 20, 2022
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Workshop: Using the Game of Go to Create Hands-on Cultural Experiences
Join us on June 11 for an online workshop with Daniela Trinks on using the game of Go (baduk) in your classroom! 2-3 p.m. Utilizing the Game of Go to Create Hands-on Cultural Experiences for EFL Learners —Daniela Trinks (Myongji University) 3-4 p.m. Social time...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam May 29, 2022
How Language Teachers Can Promote Compassion for Nonhuman Animals
Join the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter online as we welcome two professors from overseas for the chapter's first-ever weeknight Zoom meeting! On Tuesday, July 5, Drs. George M. Jacobs and Meng Huat Chau will be presenting on how language teachers can promote compassion for nonhuman...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam June 28, 2022
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Summer Social & Potluck
Join the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter for a potluck picnic and a peaceful afternoon under the trees at our first face-to-face event since 2020! Potluck* Picnic Sunday, August 21 4:30-6:30 p.m. Gwangju National University of Education (광주교육대학교) "Forest Learning Center...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam July 30, 2022
Workshop & Wine (Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter)
Join us for a 90-minute workshop followed by a wine tasting and social! 2:00-3:30 p.m. "Activating Active Listening Skills" (Workshop) —Heidi Nam, Chongshin University, Seoul 3:45-4:30 p.m. Wine tasting & social (please register by September 15) 5 p.m...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam August 22, 2022
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Halloween Swap Shop & Party
Kick off Halloween weekend with the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter! Before the festivities begin around the city, come and share your ideas for autumn- or Halloween-themed teaching activities, then join us for a Halloween party and social. 3 p.m. Halloween Swap Shop 4 p.m....Events Gwangju-Jeonnam September 27, 2022
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Workshop & Year-End Party
Join the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter on Saturday, December 10, for a delightful afternoon of fun, socializing, and professional development. We'll have a double chapter workshop, chapter elections, and a year-end celebration! Schedule 2-2:15 p.m. Chapter elections 2:15...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam November 8, 2022
Gwangju-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 Schrank Information about the 2022 chapter election can be found here. We look...News Gwangju-Jeonnam December 12, 2022
Gwangju-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!News Gwangju-Jeonnam December 12, 2022
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Meeting
On Saturday, January 14, the Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter will have a chapter meeting with a special focus on planning for the year ahead. All are welcome to attend! Schedule 2:15-3:30 p.m. Buzz Sessions: Planning for 2023 3:45-4:30 p.m. Super SwapShop:...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam December 30, 2022
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Meeting
Join us Saturday, February 11, for a workshop all about phonics, and a special SwapShop about the resources we real teachers think represent true value. Different location this month! We will be meeting at the Gwangju International Center (GIC) in the 1st Floor Lounge,...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam January 10, 2023
Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter Workshop
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:...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam February 26, 2023
"AI, Oh My!" - Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter Workshop
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...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam March 31, 2023
"An Afternoon of Collaboration" - Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter Workshop
On Saturday, May 13, the Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter will, inspired by our recent KOTESOL international conference and its theme, host an afternoon all about collaboration. Lindsay Herron will offer a special reprise of her KOTESOL2023 featured session about ...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam April 24, 2023
Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Regional Conference 2023
Navigation: Conference overview | Conference schedule | Pre-registration form Pre-registration is now open for the Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Regional Conference 2023. Please pre-register if you would like to join our free Peace Meal dinner at First Recipe...Basic page Gwangju-Jeonnam April 28, 2023
Gwangju Biennale Field Trip (Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter)
Field Trip Activity: Soft and Weak Like Water: Using Art to Reflect on Resistance, Coexistence, Solidarity, and Care Meeting point and time: We'll meet outside the main entrance to Exhibition Hall at 2pm. No need to pre-register, just meet us there (on time!). Find...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam May 30, 2023
Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter July Workshop
On Saturday, July 8, the Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Chapter will host a workshop from Maria Lisak all about action research for teachers. This promises to be hands-on, fun, and inspiring, so please join us! All are welcome. Schedule 2:00-2:15 p.m. Check-in and Mingling...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam June 30, 2023
Call for Proposals Deadline: Gwangju-Jeonnam Regional Conference 2023 (October 28 2023)
The call for proposals is open for the Gwangju-Jeonnam KOTESOL Regional Conference 2023. Conference theme: Undead ELT?: Humanizing Language Teaching in Postnormal Times Date: Saturday, October 28, 2023 (2023.10.28), afternoon to early evening (exact times to be...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam July 21, 2023
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Summer Social & Potluck Picnic
Join the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter for a potluck* picnic under the trees! Please RSVP & sign up to bring something here! Sunday, August 12 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Gwangju National University of Education (광주교육대학교) "Forest Learning Center" (숲속배움터) (...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam July 31, 2023
Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter Online Workshop: Speech-Language Pathology for Language Teachers
Join us online for a workshop introducing speech-language pathology with a focus on what language teachers should know. Schedule 7:00-8:00 p.m. Zoom Workshop. LInk here. Workshop: Speech-Language Pathology for Language Teachers What do language teachers need to...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam July 31, 2023
Navigating Workplace Culture (Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter September Workshop)
Join us Saturday, September 9 for a workshop all about navigating the ins and outs, communication problems, and professional challenges of English language teaching workplaces in Korea. All are welcome to attend! Schedule 2:00-2:15 p.m. Check-in and Mingling 2:15-3:45...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam August 28, 2023