Empowering Educators

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We are committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic learning environment. We believe in equipping educators with the tools and knowledge they need to inspire the next generation.

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Welcome

TESOL Conferences FZ, LLC. is a professional association, based in the UAE. We bring together and welcome academics, teachers, researchers, students and members of the wider community to join us and become part of an active community interested in driving forward the ELT profession through transformatione professional development activities.

  • We strive to maintain close links to similar institutions and organisations with an interest in TESOL education. We are affiliated to TESOL International, and a registered company in UAE (License No)
  • The annual TESOL Conference is known for its in-depth symposia, plenary sessions, and focused workshops and panel discussions on key issues in TESOL education and applied linguistics. It offers access to the latest publications via the book exhibit. Our community is the place for networking, for established and new professionals, and for graduate students.

About Us

Who We Are

Our Association is a community of dedicated educators committed to fostering professional growth and excellence in English Language Teaching and striving to make a positive impact on the lives of English language teachers, researchers, and educators.

TESOL Conferences serves as a hub for innovation, support, and professional development, empowering teachers to reach their highest potential. We work tirelessly to improve education for every student in the UAE and the Region, in the private or government sector, at every level, K-12 to university. TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) is an area of remarkable growth and research across the globe, and TESOL Conferences strongly believes that professional development and learning must continue to evolve and grow at a similar pace.

Our Mission

To provide transformative professional learning opportunities to advance expertise in English language teaching to speakers of other languages by hosting the annual international conference, local and regional conferences, and a variety of online events, and by supporting academic and professional publications.

Our Vision

To stimulate ongoing teacher development where every educator is empowered with the knowledge, skills, and resources necessary to cultivate the full potential of every student and redesign learning through impactful pedagogy and meaningful technology integration.

What We Do

Continuing Professional Development

We offer a wide range of virtual and in-person event, workshops, seminars, and training programs designed to address the evolving needs of TESOL educators across all levels and disciplines to support their professional growth and advance the ELT profession.

Community Building

We foster a supportive and inclusive network of educators who share best practices, innovative teaching strategies, valuable insights, and offer their views, exchange research and teaching experiences and learn from each other.

Resources & Tools

We strive to provide access to a wealth of resources, including past publications, Conference Proceedings, research, and expert advice to help educators enhance their classroom experience.

Enhanced Professional Networking

We strive to build a network of affiliation with well-established organizations to bolster reputation and credibility and open doors to greater opportunities and partnerships; thus, facilitating broader networking opportunities with a larger community of educators (especially TESOL (US), IATEFL (UK)).

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We advocate for practices that empower educators, foster their wellbeing, and promote quality education for all students. We strongly believe that all ELT professionals should be respected and treated fairly. We aim to be an inclusive association which welcomes diversity, respectful debate, and professional discussion.

Our Core Values & Commitments

Innovation

Embracing creativity, adaptability, and forward-thinking approaches to teaching, learning, and professional development.

Community

Building a supportive, inclusive and collaborative network of educators.

Integrity

Upholding the highest ethical standards in all our endeavors.

Lifelong Learning

Promoting continuous professional and personal development.

Professionalism

Upholding high standards of ethical conduct, expertise, and dedication to the teaching profession.

Equity

Advocating for fairness, inclusivity, and equal opportunities for all educators.

Empowerment

Attracting and giving a voice to a broader range of young, talented educators.

Affiliation

We are a proud affiliate of TESOL International Association, allowing us to join the TESOL global community as supporters of TESOL’s mission and values. The purpose of affiliation with TESOL is to encourage the sharing of knowledge and information, and to encourage the development of cooperative events, projects, and initiatives between and among TESOL and affiliate associations to advance expertise in the field of English language teaching.

We invite and welcome affiliation with sister associations worldwide.

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Join Us

Join us in our commitment to making a difference in education and supporting educators in their journey to inspire and educate the future generations. Together, we can achieve excellence in education and make a lasting impact on our society.

Join us today to build your professional network, engage in peer-to-peer collaboration, share, learn, and grow!

  • Ignite your passion for continued professional development and learning
  • Engage with colleagues to stay ahead in a rapidly changing TESOL education landscape!
  • Submit a proposal to speak, share best practices, grow and stay inspired to overcome challenges.
  • Get your work published in the Conference Proceedings.

Special Interest Groups

K-12 Special Interest Group

Our TESOL Conferences K-12 Special Interest Group (SIG) is committed to supporting school teachers by providing professional development, promoting collaboration, and fostering innovation tailored to their unique needs. This SIG creates a community where teachers can exchange effective strategies, adapt teaching methods to their specific contexts, and work together to enhance learning outcomes for students. By advocating for accessible CPD opportunities and encouraging evidence-based practices, we aim to strengthen teaching and learning and empower K-12 educators across the MENA region.

Academic Writing and Publications Special Interest Group

Our TESOL Conferences Academic Writing and Publication Special Interest Group (SIG) aims to build a supportive and collaborative community for teachers and academics in language education, TESOL, and ELT. Our goal is to help members improve their academic writing, share research, and stay updated on best practices. Through knowledge-sharing and continuous learning, we empower each other to grow and succeed in publishing.

Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies Special Interest Group

Our TESOL Conferences Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies (AIDT) Special Interest Group (SIG) aims to empower educators around the world to implement AI and advanced technologies in the classroom and establish partnerships with stakeholders exploring, understanding and implementing these technologies and sharing success stories, challenges and areas of improvement for a more inclusive, innovative and diverse educational contexts.