The TESOL 2016 International Convention & English Language Expo in Baltimore, Maryland, USA drew more than 6,400 professionals devoted to advancing their English language teaching knowledge and committed to their professional development.

Attendees traveled from around the world to celebrate TESOL's 50th Anniversary with fellow TESOLers.

There were plenty of ways for attendees to find the sessions right for them, and to see what was going on at the convention.

Keynotes drew the largest crowds, with speakers discussing topics like revolutionizing education, research on promoting effective language learning, and determining acceptable language use. (Clockwise from top: Aziz Abu Sarah, Anne Curzan, Jeanette Altarriba, Andy Curtis)

2015–2016 TESOL President Andy Curtis handed over the ceremonial gavel to 2016–2017 President Dudley Reynolds, and past presidents in attendance posed for a snapshot.

 

There were approximately 1,000 sessions offered in Baltimore, ranging from language testing and assessment to technology in language learning, bilingual education, and public policy.

The Electronic Village offered both quick and in-depth sessions on educational technology.

Posters provided attendees with casual, face-to-face interactions with presenters.

In the Exhibit Hall, the TESOL Bookstore offered special deals and convention pricing for attendees.

Job MarketPlace attracted 38 recruiting companies and more than 350 job seekers. 

122 exhibitors offered cutting-edge classroom tools, resources, and publications.

And TESOLers connected with each other from all over the world!