Bio's - Speakers
Rhett Burton & Leonie Overbeek
KOTESOL National Conference 2018(Special Session)
Rhett Burton, Burton’s English School
Leonie Overbeek, Hwaseong Board of Education: Seosin Middle School
Abstract
What will happen when you or your school aren't interested in renewing your teaching contract? Will you find a new job, leave Korea, or start up your own educational based business. These are all possible and there are lots of opportunities.
These opportunities won't be easy though. These transitions won't be the 'Low Risk / High Reward...
Roger Fusselman
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Roger Fusselman, Joongbu University
Abstract
Storytelling is a creative form of expression that engages the speaker’s mind and emotions. It appeals to all audiences, and has become increasingly important as a means of discussion and persuasion. Unfortunately, concepts such as conflict, climax, and resolution can be difficult to conceptualize and to learn. This presentation emphasizes the skills and techniques needed to present storytelling, based on...
Sabine Le Gaoziou
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Sabine Le Gaoziou, Jeonju’s Stepping Stones
Abstract
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step." While making the decision to start learning is an achievement on its own, the process of learning a foreign language completely from scratch can be a frightening experience for many people. The linguistic challenges or inappropriate teaching material/methods can repel even the most motivated students. In Korea psychological barriers...
Scott Berlin
KOTESOL National Conference 2018(Special Guest Workshop)
Scott Berlin, American University of Kuwait
Abstract
Today’s technological revolution has created a border all teachers must face: crossing into the digital age of learning. Students born in the digital age have an ever increasing array of internet and smart phone learning tools that allow them to learn much differently than previous generations. Today’s teachers must adapt to meet the students in this new frontier. But what if you are a department head, director, or...
Scott Henderson
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Scott Henderson, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
Abstract
Almost everyone has a deck or two of playing cards just lying around the house, but now it is time to dust them off and put them to better use in your classroom. In this workshop, attendees will first learn practical tasks and activities that will get students out of their seats and interacting with their classmates. This learning session will also illustrate how a simple deck of fifty-two cards...
Sean Gay
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Research Report (20 minutes)
Sean Gay, Kwansei Gakuin University
Abstract
Research-based curriculum development is about utilizing research to implement pedagogically sound curricula with equally sound content. The development of curricula is, however a process. This presentation examines the role that research plays at each level of curriculum development. In addition, this presentation examines what type of research is needed at each phase of curriculum development and...
Stacey Christensen
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Stacey Christensen, Brigham Young University
Abstract
Many studies show that most ESL students pursuing advanced degrees at U.S. universities have a great desire to write error-free, and yet struggle to produce writing that is linguistically accurate and lexically competent. They want all their errors marked so that the written corrective feedback (WCF) can be used as a learning tool to improve their writing (Amrhein & Nassaji, 2010). Giving comprehensive...
Sunette Labuschagne
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Sunette Labuschagne, EPIK: Gangwon Province
Abstract
Wait-time. We’ve heard about it, read about it and know we should apply it during our classes. But do we? Do we give our students enough time to think about the question asked before actually giving them the opportunity to answer? During this presentation we will look at what wait-time is, find out how much time the average teacher gives their students before requiring them to answer...
Vicente Arevalo
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Presentation (45 minutes)
Vicente Arevalo, University of Suwon
Abstract
This qualitative descriptive study focuses on error analysis of selected students’ written essays from three Asian universities. A total of 83 students participated with 68 essays. Fifteen (15) essays from the University of San Agustin, 18 essays from John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University in the Philippines and 36 essays from Univeristy of Suwon in South Korea were analyzed using...
Wayne Finley
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Workshop (45 minutes)
Wayne Finley, Sol International School
Abstract
At the beginning of a new semester we’re handed a syllabus, a shiny new textbook and we start making our lesson plans. We focus on grammar, vocabulary, speaking activities, listening exercises…but there’s something missing. We’re forgetting the students! Education is not just about sharpening skills, but developing personalities. Self-reflection. Self-empowerment. Self-anything! Adding one of the best-...
Yasuko Sato
KOTESOL National Conference 2018
Research Report (20 minutes)
Yasuko Sato, Niigata University of International and Information Studies
Abstract
This study explores the effect of MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) as a method to enhance a student’s motivation and self-directed learning, and to help them acquire the key skills needed in order to succeed at Niigata University of International and Information Studies or overseas universities. We offered a course of MOOCs to freshmen majoring in...
Yvette Murdoch & Hyejung Lim
KOTESOL National Conference 2018Research Report (20 minutes)
Yvette Murdoch, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies
Hyejung Lim, Seojeong Middle School
Abstract
For a number of years now, universities throughout Korea have steadily increased the number of major-specific content courses taught solely in the English language. It is believed that this teaching method would enhance students’ English language proficiency and decrease their desire to travel outside of Korea in order to obtain the same results. While...