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Well-Being SIG - Yoga and Meditation (Online)
Join us for a peaceful and inclusive Yoga Night to Embrace Acceptance, where you can connect with yourself and others in a supportive atmosphere. The evening will include physical yoga, breathwork, and meditation, offering a holistic experience designed to help you centre...Events June 24, 2025
Executive Profile
President: Christopher Miller Social Media Officer: Rhea Metituk 1st Vice-President: Melvin Dixon 2nd Vice-President: Julie Ha Membership Officer: Meerbek Kudaibergenov Treasurer: David Bae Webmaster: Ryan McCurdyBasic page Seoul June 27, 2025
Happenings and News, Summer 2025
Korea TESOL Happenings and News 02 - Member Spotlight: Christopher Miller 06 - Chapter News 17 - Special Interest Group News 20 - Committee News 24 - National News 26 - Member News Contributors Madison Brand • Robert Dickey • Melvin Dixon • Michael...Publications Happenings and News June 30, 2025
SJ SIG Summer Book Club
We'll gather weekly online over the summer to discuss our reading of: The Societal Codification of Korean English (https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/societal-codification-of-korean-english-9781350188556/).Events Social Justice (Critical Educators in Korea) SIG June 30, 2025
SJ SIG Summer Book Club
We'll gather weekly online to discuss our reading of: The Societal Codification of Korean English (https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/societal-codification-of-korean-english-9781350188556/)Events Social Justice (Critical Educators in Korea) SIG June 30, 2025
Call for Representatives: 30th NELTA International Conference
Represent KOTESOL in Nepal! Join fellow ELT professionals at the 30th NELTA International Conference hosted by our partners at the Nepal English Language Teachers' Association (NELTA). Dates: February 20–22, 2026 Location: Lalitpur, Nepal Theme: ELT for NextGen:...News International Outreach Committee (IOC) July 3, 2025
KOTESOL 2026 International Conference
"Criticality, Innovation, and Compassion: Rethinking Language Education in Times of Change" May 16-17, 2026 (Mark your calendars!) Sookmyung Women's University, Seoul, South Korea Plenary Speakers Thomas Farrell & Nathanael Rudolph ...Chapter, Conference, Admin, and Special Groups July 4, 2025
Gwangju-Jeonnam September Workshop + Swapshop + Potluck
September Workshop + Swapshop + Potluck Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025 Time: 2:00–5:00 PM Location: Gwangju National University of Education (GNUE) Creativity Convergence Building (창의융합관), Gwangju, South Korea google maps or naver map Join us for a...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam July 4, 2025
Gyeonggi GKT Lantern
Lighting the way for English teachers in Korea Please join us for our introductory workshop to the GKT - Gyeonggi KOTESOL Teacher Training Program, give us your feedback, and join our initiative! When: Saturday July 12, 2025 at 2 PM (KST...Events Gyeonggi [Suwon, Yongin] July 6, 2025
Christian Teachers SIG Book Discussion
The Christian Teachers SIG Book Club will meet from 8 to 9 PM on August 13 to discuss chapter 6 of On Christian Teaching by David I. Smith. Newcomers are welcome to join! If this is your first time, you can register here to get the Zoom link: https://forms.gle/...Events Christian Teachers July 7, 2025
2025.7.4 / Be Yourself English / English Instructor / Online / 50,000 KRW per hour
Organization Name: Be Yourself English Location: Online (Remote) Job Title: BYS English Teacher Application Deadline: Until July 13 (Sun) Contract Duration: Details provided in the application process Minimum Hours: At least 1 hour per...Basic page KOTESOL Job Board July 8, 2025
2025.7.8 / Anvoim English / Freelance English Instructor / Yeonje-gu, Busan / 30,000 KRW/hr
프리랜서 영어 강사를 모십니다. 1) 조직 이름 : 앤보임 원어민 영어회화. 2) 위치 : 부산시 연제구 중앙대로1075번길 16. 2층 3) 직책 : 앤보임 영어회화 플래너. 4) 마감일 : 없음. 5) 계약기간 : 선생님 본인이 일을 하고 싶은 만큼. (1개월 단위로 선생님 본인이 원하는 때 그만 둘 수 있음) 6) 필요한 시간 : 1시간 단위씩 연장 (한달 기본 일정이 나옴. 그 기본...Basic page KOTESOL Job Board July 8, 2025
Busan-Gyeongnam Chapter: 2nd Annual Beach Hop
Join us for our 2nd annual beach hop in Busan. Last year, our first beach hop was a great success and so much fun that we are hosting it again in 2025. Join us for a day of sunbathing, swimming, and laughing with your KOTESOL community. The event is free, and...Events Busan-Gyeongsang-Daegu Chapter July 9, 2025
Busan-Gyeongnam Chapter: BIFF Networking Event
A networking day with the BG Chapter at the Busan International Film Festival. This event is part of the grant awarded to us by the Busan Global City Programme. We will be watching films, networking, and enjoying the local cuisine. More information to come. ...Events Busan-Gyeongsang-Daegu Chapter July 9, 2025
SIG Committee: 1st Committee Meeting
At the most recent National Council meeting, it was decided that a committee would be formed to support the Special Interest Groups (SIGs) and to review the SIG bylaws. This committee has now been established under the guidance of the National Council. In order to reach...Events Busan-Gyeongsang-Daegu Chapter July 9, 2025
HAN - The Summer 2025 Issue Now Online
The Summer Edition of the Korea TESOL Happenings and News (HAN) is here! See what our National Council has been up to, read about the exciting workshops and activities our chapters have been holding this season, and check out what latest news our SIGs have to share. Don't...News Happenings and News July 10, 2025
Gwangju Jeonnam Chapter Oct Meet Up
October KOTESOL Meet-Up Update Hi Gwangju KOTESOL friends! We were planning a coffee chat/dinner around mid-October, somewhere between Gwangju and Mokpo, where a few members live. One member at large suggested October 11 in Hampyeong. However, with the busy Chuseok/...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam July 13, 2025
Gwangju Jeonnam: Games, Clubs & Creativity in Language Learning
November 8, 2025 from 2-5pm We will meet in our regular room, English Center, at Gwangju National University of Education. Admission: Free Light refreshments provided Join the Gwangju-Jeonnam Chapter of KOTESOL for an engaging afternoon exploring how games,...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam July 13, 2025
Gwangju Jeonnam Yearend Workshop & Elections
Join us for the year-end workshops at GNUE. Workshop 1 Title: Song Lyrics and Children's Literature as Road Maps for Creative Writing Abstract: Teaching creative writing in a second language can have numerous roadblocks: mismatched student levels, lack of vocabulary, and...Events Gwangju-Jeonnam July 13, 2025
A Tribute to Francisco Cardoso Gomes de Matos (1933-2025)
By Jocelyn Wright How do we celebrate the life of one we love and respect? By remembering them, paying homage to them, and building off of their accomplishments! On 5 July 2025, a dear and inspirational friend and educator, a pioneering peace linguist, a human...Article July 20, 2025
Scribes Square: A Tribute
A new piece has been added to Scribes Square: A tribute to a most influential peace linguistics educator - Francisco Gomes de Matos. Read about the life of this pioneer of peace through the words of Jocelyn Wright. Access it here. Scribes Square is a platform for ALL KOTESOL...News Publications July 20, 2025
Korea TESOL National Elections
Nominations for Korea TESOL's elected National Council positions will be open during September 1-21, 2025. The terms of office are one year -- from the 2025 ABM to the 2026 ABM. KOTESOL members are encouraged to consider how they may serve the organization in the coming...News Nominations & Elections Committee July 28, 2025
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