Call for Abstracts
The LaoTESOL Committee warmly invites educators, researchers, practitioners, and graduate students in the field of English Language Teaching (ELT) to submit abstracts for presentation.
In today’s rapidly changing world, technology continues to transform the ways teachers teach and learners learn. Under the theme “ELT in the Digital Age: Empowering Teachers and Engaging Learners”, the conference provides a dynamic platform for sharing innovative practices, research findings, and pedagogical approaches that leverage digital tools to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
We welcome contributions that explore, but are not limited to, the following sub-themes:
Teacher Empowerment in the Digital Age
· Upskilling ELT Teachers with Digital Pedagogy
· Effective Use of EdTech in Low-Resource Classrooms
· Building Teacher Confidence in Online and Hybrid Teaching
· Creating and Sharing Open Educational Resources
· Digital Classroom Management Techniques
· Professional Learning Networks for English Teachers
· Designing Tech-Enhanced Lesson Plans for Language Teaching
· Using Data Analytics to Improve Language Instruction
· Teacher Roles in AI-Supported Language Learning
· Promoting Reflective Practice through Digital Portfolios
Learner Engagement in the Digital Age
· Interactive Language Apps for Independent Learning
· Enhancing Student Motivation through EdTech Tools
· Developing 21st-Century Skills through ELT Activities
· Using Podcasts and YouTube for Language Exposure
· Project-Based Learning in Virtual ELT Environments
· Creating Digital Content: Blogs, Vlogs, and e-Portfolios
· Building Learner Autonomy in Online Settings
· Peer Collaboration via Digital Platforms
· Inclusive Practices for Diverse Learners in Digital Classrooms
· Digital Feedback Strategies to Support Language Development
Types of Presentations
Plenary Presentations
Hands-on Workshops
Parallel Presentations
Panel Discussions
Poster Presentations
Submission Guidelines
Abstract length: 200–250 words
Include: Title, Author(s), Affiliation(s), and Contact Information
Indicate preferred presentation type (Plenary, Workshop, Parallel, Panel Discussion, or Poster)
Submit abstracts via this link
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 December 2025
Notification of Acceptance: 22 December 2025
Conference Dates: 26-27 February 2026
Join us in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Prabang for two days of learning, networking, and cultural exchange while advancing the future of English language education. Together, let’s explore how technology can empower teachers and engage learners in the digital age!
For inquiries, please contact:
+856 20 2222 9204
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