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English language education is undergoing rapid transformation in the digital era, driven by evolving policies and the growing influence of AI. In response, SEAMEO RETRAC<\/strong> proudly presents the 17th International Conference on TESOL, themed \u201cShaping the Future of TESOL in the Digital Age.\u201d<\/em><\/strong> <\/p>\n

This conference brings together educators, researchers, and policymakers to exchange insights, share experiences and explore innovative practices shaping the future of English language education. Co-organized with Curtin University (Australia)<\/strong>,\n it also celebrates 20 years of strategic partnership between the two institutions.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Contributions are invited under, but not limited to, the following sub-themes:<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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English as a Second Language in the Digital Age<\/h5>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Pathways, models, and practices for developing English as a language of learning, communication, and academic engagement.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Digital Transformation in English Language Education<\/h5>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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The role of digital technologies, AI, and data-informed approaches in teaching, learning, assessment, and program management.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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EMI, CLIL, and Translanguaging in Multilingual Educational Contexts<\/h5>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Integrating language and content and leveraging multilingual practices to enhance learning in diverse educational settings.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Innovation in Pedagogy and Assessment for ELT<\/h5>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Learner-centered pedagogies, formative and alternative assessment, and competency-based approaches in English language teaching.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Teacher Development and Leadership in TESOL<\/h5>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Professional learning, teacher identity, leadership, mentoring, and capacity building in changing educational contexts.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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Policy and Sustainable Futures of English Language Education<\/h5>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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Policy frameworks, institutional leadership, quality assurance, and sustainability in English language education.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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The conference aims to:<\/h4>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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    <\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n Explore emerging trends and research shaping the future of TESOL in digital and multilingual contexts.<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/span>\n
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    <\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n Examine the evolving role of English as a second language across school, higher education, and lifelong learning settings.<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/span>\n
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    <\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n Share innovative pedagogical and assessment practices that support meaningful language learning and use.<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/span>\n
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    <\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\n Strengthen teacher capacity, leadership, and professional identity in TESOL.<\/span><\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/span>\n
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    <\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div>\nFoster dialogue on policy directions and sustainable development in English language education.<\/span><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/span>\n
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    IMPORTANT DEADLINES<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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    March 15, 2026<\/h4>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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    April 30, 2026<\/h4>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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    Closing date for abstract submission<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

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    June 20, 2026<\/h4>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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    June 30, 2026<\/h4>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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    July 25, 2026<\/h4>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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    August 10-11, 2026<\/h4>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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    The conference welcomes:<\/h5>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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