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A Half-Century of Blistering Change: South Korea
David Shaffer (Gwangju International Center, Korea) Abstract There has been dramatic change in the Republic of Korea over the last 50 years: from Park Chung-hee’s Third Republic and Gwangju’s main artery being unpaved to Korea becoming an OECD member and one of...Basic page July 15, 2024
Podcasts as a Project-Based Approach for Listening and Speaking of EFL Learners
Chia-Yi Li (Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan) Abstract Globalization and digital technology have reshaped knowledge development and societal relationships. In this study, I explore the impact of project-based podcasting on EFL...Basic page July 15, 2024
Enhancing Intercultural Competence With the 6E Instruction Model for Elementary EMI Classes
Po-Han Lin (National Taipei University of Education, Taiwan) Abstract Students' English language proficiency is a crucial factor in determining the success of EMI classes. To support students with lower English proficiency, we introduce the innovative 6E...Basic page July 18, 2024
Study Abroad in Virtual Reality: A Comparative EFL Study in Japan
David Taquet (National Institute of Technology, Hakodate College, Japan; University of Lille, France) Robert Anthony Olexa (National Institute of Technology, Hakodate College; Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan) Abstract We examine the impact of...Basic page July 18, 2024
Use of the Library for Promoting Students’ Language Learning
Mani Ram Sharma (Mahendra Ratna Campus, Tahachal, Nepal) Prakash Gurung (Ramnath Multiple Campus, Nepal) Abstract Library practices in schools exert significant influence on students’ learning attitudes and behavior. In this session, we explore the existing...Basic page July 19, 2024
Intercultural Connections and Cosmopolitan Perceptions Amongst K-Pop Fans in Canada
Courtney McLaren (Independent Researcher, Korea) Abstract In today’s ever-increasingly interconnected world, intercultural/cosmopolitan competencies are of greater and greater importance to many fields of inquiry. In particular, the cross-border spread of...Basic page July 19, 2024
Global Englishes Language Teaching: Vietnamese EFL Teachers’ Skepticism and Empowerment
Quang Thao Le (Van Lang University, Vietnam) Thi Ngoc Diep Le (Van Lang University, Vietnam) Huy Cuong Nguyen (Van Lang University, Vietnam) Abstract Grounded in the global Englishes language teaching (GELT) framework proposed by Galloway and Rose (2015), this...Basic page July 19, 2024
Mother Tongue in English Phonology Classrooms: A Conditional Enabler
Quang Thao Le (Van Lang University, Vietnam) Huy Cuong Nguyen (Van Lang University, Vietnam) Thi Ngoc Diep Le (Van Lang University, Vietnam) Abstract Earlier studies have explored how a mother tongue (L1) can affect second/foreign language (L2) learning both...Basic page July 19, 2024
Connecting With Teachers’ and Learners’ Emotions in the Language Classroom
Jack C. Richards (University of Sydney, Australia) Abstract Emotions are an important part of the experiences of both language teachers and language learners; however, their role has often been marginalized as a result of the focus on cognitive rather than...Basic page July 22, 2024
A Study to Explore the Culture/s Taught in EFL Classrooms
Nurhaeni Nurhaeni (University of Limerick, Ireland) Abstract In this research, I aim to investigate teachers’ perspectives on teaching culture/s in Indonesian EFL classrooms and the underlying influences. My exploration will include teachers' perspectives,...Basic page July 23, 2024
Teaching Cohesive Devices in Writing: Tips for High-Intermediate to Advanced Learners
Eui Jung (Ana) Kim (University of Delaware, USA) Wakako Yamasaki (University of Delaware, USA) Abstract In our Pecha Kucha presentation, we will share tips for using cohesive devices in writing. We'll start with a definition of cohesive devices and discuss their...Basic page July 23, 2024
Difficulties in English Listening Comprehension for Basic EFL Learners at a University in Mexico
Jennifer Monserrat López Rodríguez (Universidad Veracruzana, Mexico) Verónica Rodríguez Luna (Universidad Veracruzana, Mexico) Isaí Alí Guevara Bazán (Universidad Veracruzana, Mexico) Abstract English is essential across various sectors (Rao, 2019;...Basic page July 24, 2024
The Good, the Bot, and the Ugly: Wielding the Double-Edged Sword of AI
Daniel Jones (Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, Korea) Abstract We already have a broad, general idea of the pros and cons of AI, but many don’t know how to actually make practical use of that knowledge. This workshop will demonstrate how AI can (and...Basic page July 24, 2024
2024.7.25 / Incheon National University / Part-Time Teacher for Saturday Book Club / Incheon / 80,000 KRW per class
Organization Name: Incheon National University Location: Songdo-dong, 119 Academy-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon Job Title: Part-Time Teacher for Saturday Book Club Closing Date: Ongoing need Length of Contract: 3 months to 1 year Required Hours: One to three hours per...Basic page KOTESOL Job Board July 25, 2024
DCC September Online Workshop
Presenter: John Breckenfeld Date and Time: 11 September, 8:00 p.m. Presentation: Beyond Small Talk – Classroom Interviews as Formative Tasks to Improve ELs’ Communication Fluency Abstract: Classroom interview tasks offer students many...Events Daejeon-Chungcheong July 25, 2024
DCC September Online Workshop
Presenter: John Breckenfeld Date and Time: 11 September, 8:00 p.m. Presentation: Beyond Small Talk – Classroom Interviews as Formative Tasks to Improve ELs’ Communication Fluency Abstract: Classroom interview tasks offer students many...News Daejeon-Chungcheong July 25, 2024
CANCELLED: ENGin: Building Bridges Through the Power of Conversation
Erin Hogan (ENGin) Abstract ENGin is a nonprofit organization changing the world one conversation at a time. We connect English-speaking volunteers age 13-80+ with Ukrainian learners for online speaking practice and cross-cultural exchange. Through simple weekly...Basic page July 26, 2024
Fostering Global Empathy by Bridging Cultural Divides With Technology and Storytelling
Saiwaroon Chumpavan (Shinawatra University, Thailand) Sirawich Tampanich (Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand) Abstract In a world where connections between individuals are increasingly strong, transcending national boundaries and fostering relationships...Basic page July 26, 2024
CANCELLED: EFL Teaching and ICT: Investigating Teacher Perceptions and School Support in Indonesia
Gita Mutiara Hati (University of Limerick, Ireland) Abstract This study sets out to explore the perceptions and experiences of secondary school teachers of English as a foreign language (EFL) in Indonesia in relation to the integration of information...Basic page July 26, 2024
2024.7.26 / LiNK (Liberty in North Korea) / English Language Program / Online / Volunteer English Conversation Partner
Greetings from the Program Team at LiNK (Liberty in North Korea) LiNK is a global movement working towards a world where all North Koreans can live freely. We work with diverse individuals worldwide to achieve this goal. Our organization runs an online 1:1 conversational English...Basic page KOTESOL Job Board July 26, 2024
Gangwon Chapter: Classroom Management and Neurodiversity
Classroom Management and Neurodiversity UPDATE: Zoom Link and Password Topic: Gangwon KOTESL: Classroom Management and Neurodiversity Time: Aug 17, 2024 11:00 AM /// Aug 16, 2024 07:00 PM Vancouver / L.A. https://kangwon-ac-kr.zoom.us/j/87934240381?pwd=...Events Gangwon July 26, 2024
Significance of Technical English Applied to Gastronomy
Elias De Leon (University of Panama, Panama) Abstract Food is a part of every culture. National and international regulations compel culinary arts specialists to internationalize their skills, thus requiring English. In Panama, gastronomy students have limited...Basic page July 27, 2024
Student Showcase
Overview Schedule Concurrent Sessions | Featured Sessions | Online Sessions | Poster Sessions In-Person Sessions Megan Ivey Beard, Hannah Choi, Gyeol Kim, Yena Lee, & Yoshiya Watanabe Handong Global University...Basic page 2024 National Conference July 27, 2024
Learning Across Borders: Cross-Cultural Field Experience as "a Safe Place to Fail"
Megan Ivey Beard (Handong Global University, Korea) Hannah Choi (Handong Global University, Korea) Gyeol Kim (Handong Global University, Korea) Yena Lee (Handong Global University, Korea) Yoshiya Watanabe (Handong Global University, Korea)...Basic page July 27, 2024
Co-Teaching Insights: Enhancing Bilingual _(Your Subject Here)_ with ChatGPT
Frederic Lim (Method_.Mastery, Taiwan) Abstract Join us for an interactive workshop where I share my experiences of co-teaching health education in a middle school in Taipei, Taiwan, alongside a Taiwanese co-teacher. Discover how structured routines, clear...Basic page July 28, 2024