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WGE SIG: Interview Spotlight
Guest 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...Events Women and Gender Equality February 26, 2023
Seoul KOTESOL Social & Trivia Night
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...Events Seoul February 26, 2023
Christian Teachers SIG Discussion & Fellowship
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/...Events Christian Teachers February 27, 2023
Humor in the Classroom
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...Events Reflective Practice March 10, 2023
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...Events Daejeon-Chungcheong March 14, 2023
Classroom Management SIG: Remembering Names
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...Events March 24, 2023
JNJ KOTESOL Workshop - April 2023
For 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...Events Jeonju-North Jeolla March 24, 2023
Christian Teachers SIG Discussion & Fellowship
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....Events Christian Teachers March 25, 2023
Reflective Practice SIG: 10-Week Journaling Challenge
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...Events Reflective Practice March 26, 2023
National Council Meeting (Urgent Matters)
In 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...Events President's Corner March 28, 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
The Social at KOTESOL2023
After a full day of conference-going, relax, decompress, and debrief with old friends and new at a pre-dinner social featuring hors d'oeuvres from Spoon Seoul (menu below)! The Social @KOTESOL2023 Saturday, April 29 6-8 p.m. Sookmyung Women's University Museum Lobby...Events Membership Committee, 2023 Korea TESOL International Conference April 1, 2023
Gangwon Chapter Spring Workshop: Infusing Collaboration, Teamwork and Creativity Into Student Presentations
Join Gangwon KOTESOL for our next workshop: Infusing Collaboration, Teamwork and Creativity Into Student Presentations Presenter: John Breckenfeld (Hankuk University of Foreign Studies) Date: Sunday, April 16 Presentation time: 19:00-20:00 (Please note that, as usual...Events Gangwon April 2, 2023
2023 KOTESOL International Conference
Join us for the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference & PAC2023! Sookmyung Women's University 2nd Campus * Prime Complex Map & Online Learn more here: http://koreatesol.org/ic2023Events April 2, 2023
Meet the SIGs "Pizza Party" Lunch at KOTESOL2023
Join Korea TESOL's SIGs for a slice of fun at the 30th Korea TESOL International Conference & PAC2023! Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are your way to connect with like-minded English teachers. Our KOTESOL SIGs have online communities on both our website and...Events April 20, 2023
Classroom Manangement SIG: Personalizing Coursebook Content
This month, let's workshop ideas for personalizing coursebook content. Teachers often have to work with coursebook content oriented to a global audience. Sometimes learners may find this paint-by-numbers approach to be a bit uninspiring. As a result, students—and even...Events Classroom Management April 21, 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
Jeonju North Jeolla May Workshop
Title: Corpus Linguistics for Language Teachers Abstract: Did you know that if you learn only 700 words you can understand 90% of spoken English? And did you know that if you learn only 2,800 words you can understand 90% of general English? This is because we use the same words...Events Jeonju-North Jeolla April 27, 2023
Seoul Chapter Unconference
Welcome to our Seoul Chapter Unconference! Facilitators: Elizabeth May & Christopher Miller Location: Gwanghwamun, Seoul -- Digital Josun Ilbo [Gwanghwamun Station] Education Center After the KOTESOL International Conference at the end of April,...Events Seoul April 28, 2023
Christian Teachers SIG Discussion & Fellowship
Title: Reflecting with our Students on the Concept of Beauty Discussion Leader: Kara Waggoner What do our students have in mind when they think of beauty? What does it mean to cultivate inner beauty? Join the Christian Teachers SIG for an evening of fellowship and a...Events Christian Teachers April 28, 2023
Journaling Challenge Week 1: Teacher Identity
Our 10-week journaling challenge begins! Week 1 prompts are now posted on the RP SIG website. Join us on Wednesday to Chat about journaling! Share our personal narratives. Zoom Meeting ID: 837 5970 9543 Passcode: 375528Events Reflective Practice May 1, 2023
Conference Call: Sharing the Best Bits from 'Advancing Collaboration'
Events Busan-Gyeongnam Chapter May 3, 2023
Yongin Chapter May Event
My KOTESOL Journey presented by Anika Casem (Busan-Gyeongnam Chapter President) The presentation will showcase Anika Casem's journey from being a member to becoming a leader, presenter and eventually national conference co-chair. The speaker will highlight the...Events Yongin-Gyeonggi May 5, 2023
RP SIG: Our Learners
Last week in our 10-Week Journaling Challenge, we reflected on our role as teachers. We looked inward to identify our motivations, strengths, and role in learning. This week, we pivot to our learners. We try to see lessons from their perspective, from their experience. As the...Events Reflective Practice May 5, 2023
DCC Wednesday Workshop - May Edition
We're pleased to announce our next Wednesday workshop: Presenters: Michael Free Date and Time: Wednesday, May 24th, 8-9pm Presentation: “It’s Our Pleasure to Introduce…”: Teacher as Multilingual, Multimodal Oral Presentation Model The oral...Events Daejeon-Chungcheong May 11, 2023