The ASEAN TeachingEnglish Online Conference is set to return for its highly anticipated session this year. the British Council Philippines announced this week. Scheduled to take place virtually from October 10-30, 2024, the event promises to challenge traditional teaching paradigms for English educators across Southeast Asia.
This conference offers a unique opportunity for educators to enhance their skills while questioning the very foundations of English Language Teaching (ELT). With over 16 hours of interactive online sessions available free of charge, participants will explore not only the latest trends but also controversial topics in education.
The theme for this year’s conference is “Understanding Our Learners,” emphasizing the urgent need to address motivation, behavior, and resilience in a rapidly changing educational landscape.
Discussions will delve into the implications of AI and educational technology, raising questions about equity and accessibility in learning environments.
Lotus Postrado, Country Director of British Council Philippines, highlighted the conference’s role in fostering collaboration among educators while acknowledging the challenges posed by digital divides.
Last year’s event achieved record participation, particularly from the Philippines, with over 6,000 teachers gaining insights that could redefine their teaching practices.
Philip Zefanya Damanik, a teacher educator from the Philippines, emphasized the importance of integrating art and culture into teaching methodologies as a means to engage diverse learners.
The 2024 conference remains completely free and accessible to educators across the region, but will it truly revolutionize how we teach English?
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