Welcome to the March 2016 issue of TESOL Video News, also the preconvention issue of the VDMIS newsletter. Last year, 2015, was a hard year for many people, economically and politically. I hope all of you have been doing fine. Now we are in 2016, in which we are celebrating the 50th anniversary of TESOL. As a member of this community, I am so excited to share this happiness and pride.

In this issue, we have three interesting articles: Angela Sioumpas, from Toronto, Canada, shares her experience in using Canadian TV programs and digital technology to teach English. Then Cameron Romney, based in Kyoto, Japan, talks about how to use QR codes in your materials. Lastly, Rebekka Eckhaus and Joachim Castellano discuss their techniques in using video feedback for student presentations.

VDMIS is soliciting articles for future issues of TESOL Video News. If you are interested in using movies or creating digital media lessons, you are more than welcome to share your experience with us. Submit articles or announcements to kennethchyi@gmail.com. You may also send opinions and suggestions at any time to the IS leaders or to the e-list. We look forward to hearing from you.

Kenneth Chyi has been teaching English for more than 16 years. He loves to incorporate movies and digital media into language lessons, making grammar and vocabulary come alive for students. His other interests include language assessment and material development. He received his MA from New York University and is currently teaching at Fu Jen Catholic University, Taipei, Taiwan.