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Invited Speakers
Meet Our Invited Speakers We are proud to welcome a distinguished group of scholars, educators, and thought leaders who will share their insights, research, and experiences at the 2026 KOTESOL International Conference. Our plenary and featured speakers represent a wide range...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference July 29, 2025
About the team
The 2026 KOTESOL International Conference is chaired by Dr. Meerbek Kudaibergenov and co-chaired by Gabriela Villafradez. The conference program is overseen by Gabriela Villafradez working closely with Michael Free, Associate Program Director,...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference July 29, 2025
Call for proposals
2026 KOTESOL International Conference "Criticality, Innovation, and Compassion: Rethinking Language Education in Times of Change" May 16–17, 2026 Sookmyung Women's University, Seoul, South Korea In-person and asynchronous Korea TESOL (KOTESOL) is a non-...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference July 29, 2025
Conference Venue
Conference Venue: Sookmyung Women’s University (SMU) The face-to-face portion of the conference will be held at Sookmyung Women's University's 2nd Campus Prime Building, Renaissance Building, and Centennial Hall Campus map: here Registration is in the Prime...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference July 29, 2025
Submission Guidelines
The 33rd Korea TESOL International Conference "Criticality, Innovation, and Compassion: Rethinking Language Education in Times of Change" May 16–17, 2026 In Person (Sookmyung Women's University, Seoul (+ online asynchronous) Submissions close January 31, 2026!...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference August 22, 2025
Registration Overview
Accepted presenter registration: March 1-April 7 Attendee pre-registration: April 1-May 5 Onsite Registration Hours Saturday, 5/16 08:00-16:00 Sunday, 5/17 08:00-13:00 No passes will be available after 13:00 on 5/17. Note: Only participants...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference September 25, 2025
Khan Taekwondo Demonstration Team
Khan Taekwondo Demonstration Team We are thrilled to have the Khan Taekwondo Demonstration Team perform at our international conference. Their powerful demonstrations highlight both the artistry and athleticism of Taekwondo, and we eagerly look forward to an inspiring...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference February 9, 2026
Conference Frequently Asked Questions 2026
Below are some common questions participants have about participating in the conference. If you have a question, please check here first! Do I need to be a KOTESOL member to participate in the conference? Am I a KOTESOL member? / When does my membership...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference March 9, 2026
Hotel Accommodations
Those visiting Seoul for the conference may wish to stay at our official conference hotel: Seoul Garden Hotel The hotel is approximately a 15-minute taxi ride from the conference venue, and it's located within an easy walk of a variety of restaurants and shops, as well as...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference March 13, 2026
Sponsors - IC 2026
We gratefully acknowledge the support of our conference sponsors, whose commitment makes the 2026 Korea TESOL International Conference possible. Our sponsors' partnership plays a integral role in advancing English language teaching and learning not only in Korea but far beyond...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference April 24, 2026
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Presenting at #KOTESOL2026? Download this badge and share your session with the community! Add it to your posts to showcase your work, spark conversations, and invite colleagues to join you in Seoul this May.Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference April 24, 2026
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Attending #KOTESOL2026? Grab this badge and let your network know you’ll be there! Share it on social media to connect with other participants, plan meetups, and build your conference community before you arrive.Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference April 24, 2026
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Joining online or promoting the conference? Use this official virtual background in your meetings or posts to spread the word about #KOTESOL2026 and connect with educators worldwide ahead of the event.Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference April 24, 2026
Conference schedule
We’re excited to share the CONFERENCE SCHEDULE, now available for you to explore! Take a moment to browse the sessions, speakers, and events we’ve carefully prepared to make this experience both engaging and meaningful. Whether you’re planning your must-attend talks or simply...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference May 4, 2026
Program Book & Schedule Booklet
Below are copies of the 2026 KOTESOL International Conference program book (PDF only) and schedule booklet (B&W printed copies available onsite; the digital color copy here contains the most up-to-date information).Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference May 11, 2026
Asynchronous (Online) Sessions
View our asynchronous sessions here Pre-recorded Videos Playlist on the KoreaTESOL YouTube Channel (starting May 16) Digital Poster Yoko Kita, "Selecting Wordless Picturebooks for English Read-Alouds in EFL Teacher Education" Digital Booth Eigo.AI /...Basic page KOTESOL 2026 International Conference May 13, 2026