We all have those moments when a great idea for research or innovative teaching practice alights our mind; sometimes, though, it can feel daunting “going it alone.” Or, perhaps we simply need a second eye for added inspiration or a like-minded partner to push it to fruition. Here are some tips to approach colleagues in order to get that project started. 

The 2012 general election bought about some changes in Washington; get up to speed on new and continuing education advocates, personnel changes that may affect the English language teaching field, education policy in the United States, and budgets and appropriations relevant to your teaching and practice.