Tag Archives: TESOL 2018

Two SLW Networking Sessions at TESOL 2018

Elena Shvidko
Elena Shvidko

In last month’s blog, I described various social and professional opportunities that the Second Language Writing Interest Section (SLWIS) has prepared for the upcoming TESOL 2018 convention. Today, I’d like to share more details on two networking sessions that I … Continue reading

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Becoming a TESOL Ambassador

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TESOL Ambassador

Let me begin with an anecdote. My teaching career started when I was 18 but without any experience. During my initial days as a teacher, I had no idea what all those teaching methods—CLT, learner-centered, task-based—meant, and, thus, chiefly employed … Continue reading

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The 5 Habits of Highly Effective TESOLers

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TESOL Ambassador

The TESOL Annual Convention & English Language Expo is an incredible event, for teachers looking to find their ground and develop as professionals as well as for seasoned experts striving to share their knowledge and experience with others.

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Attending TESOL 2018: Focus on Second Language Writing

Elena Shvidko
Elena Shvidko

The 2018 TESOL Convention in Chicago is only a few weeks away, and I am happy to see a lot of helpful suggestions on conference attendance offered by my fellow TESOL bloggers. A couple of years ago, I also wrote … Continue reading

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Top 5 Places to Go and Things to Do in Chicago

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Guest Author

So, you’re attending the 2018 TESOL Convention in Chicago. Congratulations! You’ll be visiting the finest city on earth. That is a completely unbiased, verifiable fact, straight from someone who only spent a measly two decades growing up and living in … Continue reading

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Three Tips for First-Time Convention Attendees

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TESOL Ambassador

In 2014, I was able to attend the TESOL Convention for the first time in Portland, Oregon. I had been to quite a few national and local conferences and conventions, but being part of an international convention truly exceeded my … Continue reading

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Four Must-Try Chicago Neighborhood Cuisines

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If you are headed to Chicago for the TESOL 2018 International Convention, you are probably planning to try Chicago’s famous deep-dish pizza. For those who are curious about experiencing the other cuisines Chicago has to offer, here are some neighborhoods … Continue reading

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An Insider’s Guide to Attending TESOL 2018

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TESOL Ambassador

As I look forward to attending TESOL 2018 in Chicago, I thought I would share with you an insider’s guide to participating and getting the most out of the convention.

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