Annual KOTESOL forum kicks off

The 17th annual KOTESOL International Conference kicks off today for a two-day run at Sookmyung Women`s University in Seoul, featuring renowned experts in English education both at home and abroad under the theme of "Pursuing Professional Excellence in ELT."

The conference, organized by the Korea Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, is designed for English teachers and those interested in teaching methodologies and theories in foreign languages. Last year, the conference attracted about 1,000 participants, organizers said.

The event offers some 130 sessions, including lectures by experts in language learning and teaching methods. Guest speakers include world-renowned linguist David Nunan of Anaheim University in the United States and Marc Helgesen, professor of intercultural studies at Miyagi Gakuin Women`s University, Sendai, Japan.

For further information, visit KOTESOL website at www.kotesol.org



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