Envisioning Future Paths
In the ever-evolving landscape of education, the role of educators stands as a cornerstone in shaping the future. This year’s theme, "Envisioning Future Paths," invites us to embark on a collective journey of exploration and transformation. METU ELT Convention, which celebrates its 15th edition in the 100th anniversary of the Turkish Republic, highlights the profound influence that teachers and educators have in altering the course of education.
The future of education is not a distant horizon, but a realm we collectively create with each decision we make, every innovation we embrace, and every skill we nurture in our classrooms. What kind of a picture do we envision regarding the future of language education? Which paths do we prefer to take as decision-makers, practitioners, program developers, materials designers, and testers? What goals do we see in the horizon? Which theories, ideas or tools help us get there? How do we utilize opportunities; how do we maximize benefits, and how do we minimize risks? As educators and professionals in the field of ELT, we know that our decisions and practices touch the lives of our students, ultimately influencing societies.
Recognizing that there might be numerous paths to effective education, we welcome the diversity of approaches that each educator brings to the table. "Envisioning Future Paths"; therefore, underscores that there is no one-size-fits-all model for teaching and learning; rather, calls for an array of stories written by dedication, creativity, and adaptability. METU ELT Convention hopes to contribute further to the dialogue among ELT professionals with the vision that education is a compass that guides individuals towards a fuller, more enriched life.
In this respect, the 15th METU International ELT Convention aims to cover any issues related to but not limited to the topics below: (listed alphabetically)
- Applied linguistics and ELT
- Assessment techniques
- Artificial Intelligence/Technology use in education
- Critical pedagogy
- Cultural studies in English Language Teaching
- Curriculum and material development
- Educational ideologies and their implications for classroom settings
- Inclusive practices and special education in ELT
- Intercultural Communicative Competence in ELT classrooms
- Leadership and management in education
- Literature in English Language Teaching
- Multilingual classrooms
- Professional Development
- Resilience and wellbeing in education
- Teacher / learner agency
- Teacher identity
- Teaching and learning practices
- Trauma-informed teaching
- World Englishes; ELF; EIL
We are looking forward to seeing you at the 15th METU International ELT Convention to explore the diverse paths that shape the future of education!
