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Represent KOTESOL at the 2019 TESOL International or IATEFL conferences
How would you like to represent KOTESOL at the 2018 TESOL International or IATEFL Conferences? KOTESOL is looking for a representative for: the 2019 TESOL International conference, to be held on March 12-15, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. The Affiliate Leaders'...News International Outreach Committee (IOC) January 4, 2019
Call for Presenters Seoul and Busan-Gyeongnam
Busan-Gyeongnam Regional Conference And Seoul KOTESOL's 15th Annual Conference Try out your presentation skills at a earlier event in the year -- many of KOTESOL's chapters hold spring conferences. Consider submitting a proposal to one of the events listed...News January 28, 2019
2019 KOTESOL International Conference Call for Proposals
News Update Proposal acceptance is now closed Thank you for participating 2019 International Conference Call for Proposals Opens Early The call for presentations opened last week for the 2019 Korea TESOL International Conference. The 27th Annual Korea...News 2019 KOTESOL International Conference January 29, 2019
In Memory of Mitzi Kaufman
Mitzi Kaufman: A Legacy of Bravery, Advocacy, and Unwavering Selflessness (1977–2019) . On January 11, 2019, Korea TESOL (KOTESOL) lost a prominent member and leader. Mitzi Sarah Kaufman passed away in Daejeon, South Korea. She was a dear friend, a loyal ally, and a...News President's Corner January 30, 2019
Memorial Thank-You
Korea TESOL and Daejeon-Chungcheong Chapter held a memorial service for a prominent member, Mitzi Sarah Kaufman, on January 26th at Woosong University in Daejeon. We thank the scores of people who attended throughout the afternoon for their participation and also thank those...News President's Corner January 30, 2019
Welcoming the Year of the Pig
The Year of the Pig is upon us. A new year is dawning (for the second time in as many months). The traditional beginning of the year in Korea has long been the Lunar New Year. This year is the Year of the Pig, according to the oriental zodiac, and as the traditional New Year’...News President's Corner February 3, 2019
Research Grant Applications Due Soon
Through our Research Committee, KOTESOL makes available up to three research grants annually. To give more time to apply for those who have busy winter-break schedules, The grant application deadline has been moved to March 31 for the 2019 grants. Don't miss out on this...News Research February 10, 2019
English Language Fellow as Presenter and MOOC Opportunities
You may have met her at the International Conference of 2018, she's Patty MacKinnon. Currently she is with the U.S. Department of State as an English Language Fellow. Act now and know more about a wide range of valuable resources. She will be presenting at Yongin, and...News Yongin-Gyeonggi February 27, 2019
Korea TESOL Journal Editor to Speak on Panel at TESOL International
The 2019 TESOL International Convention and English Language Expo opens on March 12 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Longtime KOTESOL member, Kara Mac Donald, is a panelist for an invited session titled "Demystifying the Academic Publishing and Review Processes." This panel discussion...News Media (Resources for) February 28, 2019
Earliest KOTESOL news/journal now available
We are pleased to announce that the earliest KOTESOL publications are now available. Language Teaching: The Korea TESOL Journal volumes 1-4 have been scanned and are now online at https://koreatesol.org/content/early-publications Soon Google will start pulling up...News Early Publications March 7, 2019
TEC - The Spring 2019 Issue Now Online
Spring is here! It's now official because the Spring 2019 issue of The English Connection (TEC) is now online for your ELT reading pleasure. This TEC offers an article on articles (a/an, the) and thoughts on how Korean thought affects English production (our vs. my). It brings...News March 7, 2019
National Council Meeting
Our spring National Council meeting date has been set: March 23rd (Saturday) ㅡ Location: Seoul, Sookmyung Women's University, Injae-gwan (인재관 / Professional Building), Room 106 (Conference Room, 1F) ㅡ Time: 10:30 to hopefully not later than 4:00. (Travel claim submission...News President's Corner March 13, 2019
Call for Presentations, National Conference 2019
Archive copy. The KOTESOL 2019 National Conference is inviting presentation proposals! This year's national conference theme is "Motiva(c)tion: Sparking Learner Motivation in our Evolving Context." The conference will be held May 25th (Saturday) at Jeonju...News 2019 KOTESOL National Conference March 24, 2019
Korea TESOL Journal 14-2 Online Now
The Korea TESOL Journal (Volume 14, Number 2) is now available online for reading and downloading by our KOTESOL membership ㅡ jam-packed with interesting research on ELT related to the Korean context. Achievement goals, EMI, study abroad, agency, explicit-inductive methodology,...News Korea TESOL Journal April 26, 2019
DC Chapter Bus Trip to the National Conference
Saturday, May 25th Leave Woosong University West Campus Front Gate at 7AM Leave Jeonju University at 6PM There is a big event coming up on May 25th - the KOTESOL National Conference. This year it's going to be even bigger than usual as the plenary speaker will be none...News Daejeon-Chungcheong April 28, 2019
The 4th Industrial Revolution and Education Symposium
TESOL-MALL Graduate Program Woosong University Symposium KOTESOL DCC Workshop The 4th Industrial Revolution and Education: Digital Language Learning and Teaching 12:00-18:00 June 01, W16 5th Floor Woosong University West Campus The fourth industrial revolution has seen...News Daejeon-Chungcheong April 28, 2019
Member Discount: HOME Bistro and Cafe in Busan
KOTESOL members can get a 10% discount at HOME Bistro and Cafe in Busan! About: HOME Bistro and Cafe: Cozy and modern atmosphere. Full bar with a range of wine, beer, liquor, and vegan food. Live music occasionally. Nearby Haeundae-gu office. Address: 5, Jungdong 2...News Membership Committee May 2, 2019
SIG Breakfast at the National Conference
IMeet the SIGs Breakfast KOTESOL NATIONAL CONFERENCE: 10AM KOTESOL Special Interest Groups, or “SIGs”, are your way to connect with like-minded English instructors. Our KOTESOL SIGs have online communities on both our website and Facebook. Some have offline activities as...News May 3, 2019
Privacy Policy Adopted
A Korea TESOL Policy on Personal/Private Information (KOTESOL Privacy Policy) was adopted by the National Council at our March 23 executive meeting. Korea TESOL respects the privacy of its members and other visitors to our website, and is committed to protecting your personal...News President's Corner May 9, 2019
2019 National Conference Pre-registration Extended
Archive copy. Pre-registration for the 2019 National Conference has been extended to THIS Friday, May 17. Don't miss your chance to get a discount to this great event! Pre-register now!~News 2019 KOTESOL National Conference May 13, 2019
Wanted -- Copy Editors & Proofreaders
The English Connection (TEC), KOTESOL's ELT magazine, is currently looking for copy editors/proofreaders. Copy-editing or proofreading experience, knowledge of the magazine, and familiarity with the workings of Google Docs would be a plus. Contact TEC Editor-in-Chief...News Publications May 14, 2019
How to publish a lot ... Articles!
There is all kinds of writing for all kinds of audiences. A group of KOTESOL's PhD have presented a guide How to Publish a Lot and Still (Kind of) Have a Life: Tips and Tricks for PhD Students and Early-Career Academics https://koreatesol.org/content/how-publish...News KOTESOL May 15, 2019
Summer Plans?
KOTESOL volunteers often tackle new projects during summer vacations. Things can be done from any location - this includes highly visible projects with imagery and texts for conferences, publications, and website, and behind-the-scenes tasks that make the visible work better...News KOTESOL May 30, 2019
K. Kelley Receives Service Award
This year's National Conference in Jeonju (May 25) saw the awarding of a KOTESOL Career Service Award. It was bestowed upon Kathleen Kelley by the KOTESOL President. Kathleen will soon be returning to the United States to take up a position in Pennsylvania. During her time...News President's Corner May 30, 2019
Diversity Committee Formed
In its efforts to promote inclusiveness and strengthen diversity within Korea TESOL as an teachers' organization, the National Council approved the creation of an ad hoc Diversity Committee. The committee is tasked with discussing and proposing actionable means by which...News President's Corner May 30, 2019