30th BETA-IATEFL Annual International Conference (hybrid mode)

Saturday, 9 September, 2023 to Sunday, 10 September, 2023

30th BETA-IATEFL Annual International Conference (hybrid mode)  A jubilee: the past, present and future of ELT  

The Bulgarian English Teachers’ Association (BETA-IATEFL) and the University of National and World Economy are pleased to invite you to the 30th BETA-IATEFL Annual International  Conference, which will take place from 9th to 10th September 2023 in Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria (in-person and online).  

The conference aims to inspire and motivate teachers to make the most of the teaching and learning contexts they work in, and to exploit the potential of various innovative and  collaborative practices in all areas of ELT and ESP in particular. We would like to offer you the  opportunity to share your experience, expertise and insights into the fascinating world of  language teaching and research. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to Teaching  Young Learners and Teenagers; Teaching ESP; Teacher Education and Development; Bilingual  Education; Literature, Media & Cultural Studies in ELT; Global Issues; Content and Language  Integrated Learning; Blended Learning; Applied linguistics; Research; Testing, Evaluation and  Assessment. 

As usual, internationally prominent professionals in the field of ELT are invited as keynote  speakers and workshop leaders. A book exhibition of major ELT publishers and service  providers will accompany the conference. 

Abstract submission: 15 July 

Notification of acceptance: 20 July 

Paper submission: 15 September 

Notification of acceptance: 30 September 

Publication: 30 November