Pitzer College is seeking a full-time Visiting Lecturer (2026–2028) to teach and support multilingual and international students learning English. The role includes a 3-3 teaching load, coordination of the International Scholars Program, advising students, collaborating with campus support services, and leading workshops on multilingual writing and language learning. Candidates should have experience teaching multilingual learners and expertise in second-language acquisition, multilingual pedagogy, or a related field.

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We're thrilled to invite you to submit proposals for two premier TESOL events: the TESOL 2027 International Convention & Expo, held in Houston, Texas, USA, 15-18 March 2027, and the TESOL 2026 Virtual Convention, happening online from 20-21 November 2026! For TESOL 2027, you'll also have the chance to submit Preconvention Institutes. Proposals are due 8 June.

TESOL Press invites proposals for two new TESOL Zip Guides: one focused on second language writing and one on teaching speaking. TESOL Zip Guides are compact, six-panel resources designed for busy educators. They distill key concepts into highly practical tools that can be immediately applied in the classroom. Proposals are due by 15 June 2026.

Would you like to make a difference for learners and colleagues around the world? Consider becoming an elected TESOL leader. TESOL is seeking volunteer leaders for president-elect, the board of directors, and the Nominating Committee. You can learn more about eligibility and responsibilities for these roles on our website. If you're interested and meet the eligibility requirements, you can submit an Expression of Interest form by 30 June 2026 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

Join your fellow English language teaching colleagues to step up and speak out on the issues that impact you, your multilingual learners of English, and your communities. Co-hosted by TESOL and NABE, the 2026 Advocacy Action Days will take place 22-24 June 2026 in Washington, D.C. At this event, you’ll learn about current U.S. legislation that affects the English language teaching field, hone your advocacy skills, and take your voice to the Hill. Registration closes on 8 June.

 

Proponents of the waiting period say it’s necessary to ensure children have had enough instruction in foundational reading skills and English before testing whether those skills have soaked in.

A new study reveals that a supportive classroom environment that promotes positive psychological factors boosts student confidence and promotes language learning.

Strategies like extending wait time and having students write before speaking create conditions for English learners to feel confident participating in discussions.

In English language arts, students often grapple with complex ideas that can be challenging to make sense of with words alone.Translating complex ideas, relationships, or plotlines into something tangible by doing visual thinking activities in English class gives them a new angle, helping students better grasp the story’s motifs and messages.

So many of our classrooms are, by default, monolingual and English-only, so multilingual learners are often unintentionally sidelined.