As we all go home to our different parts of the world and sync back into our old routines, we must not lose our convention energy and motivation. Instead, use the Convention as a platform to raise up your programs, colleagues, students, and profession; here are a few ways to get you started. Read More
TESOL celebrates excellence in the field every year at its convention for merits such as service to the field, research, teaching, and leadership. This year, awards were given to outstanding teachers, researchers, students, and organizations. Here are some of this year's award winners. Read More
From the Executive Director: Creating Connections and Connectivity in Atlanta by Christopher Powers
Christopher Powers wraps up his time in Atlanta reflecting on the tremendous effort it took to plan, assemble, and carry out the successful TESOL 2019 Annual Convention—an effort thoughtfully and carefully put forth by everyone involved, including volunteers, presenters and exhibitors, sponsors, TESOL staff, and many more. Read More
Convention Resources
Convention Recorded Sessions:View sessions from the TESOL 2019 Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. Recorded sessions are available for purchase on the TESOL Live Learning Center. For US$149 you can have full access to the selected recorded 2019 Convention sessions! You may also purchase individual sessions for US$15. Here's a sample of what you'll find:
Activities to Increase Comprehension of Reading Passages
Beyond the Rubric: Supporting Inclusive Approaches to Teacher Evaluation Practices
Demystifying the Academic Publishing and Review Process
Convention Program Book (PDF): Download the full Program Book to check out some of the hundreds of sessions, see the highlights, or find that presenter whose name you can't quite recall.
Heard at TESOL 2019
"I attended #TESOL 2019 because. . .
learning and networking makes me a better teacher!”
my students deserve the best ESL classes possible.”
I want to become a great English language teacher!”
learning the English language changed my life, so now it is my turn to pay it forward.”
I want to become a better ELT researcher.”
I am meeting a true need in my community and beyond.”
Are you interested in serving the association and the profession as an elected leader?
The Nominating Committee is accepting applications from TESOL members interested in serving as President-Elect, on the Board of Directors (2 positions), or on the Nominating Committee (8 positions).
Keep an eye out for special promotions and discounts from TESOL International Association for Teacher Appreciation Week, 6–10 May 2019!
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