Skip to Main Content Skip to Main Navigation Skip to Footer
UNG Logo
  • Info For...
    • Accepted Students
    • Current Students
    • Parents & Family
    • Faculty & Staff
    • Alumni
    • Business & Community
    • International Students
  • Quicklinks
    • Directories
    • myUNG
    • Academic Catalogs
    • Athletics
    • Banner
    • Bookstore
    • Calendars
    • Campuses & Maps
    • Continuing Education
    • D2L
    • Employment / HR
    • IT Service Desk
    • Libraries
    • UNG Foundation
  • Admissions
  • Corps of Cadets
  • Academics
  • Cost & Aid
  • Student Life
  • News & Events
  • Athletics
  • About Us

Find the most up-to-date information on the Presidential Search site.

  1. UNG
  2. Academics
  3. TEFL Certificate

2023 English Conference in Jordan

Fostering Equitable English Language Teaching in Jordan

May 14-16, 2023

In collaboration with the University of Jordan, the U.S. Embassy-Amman, and the Modern American School in Amman, this conference invites teachers, researchers, school administrators, and university students to share and showcase effective classroom practices, research studies. Join us for three days of collaboration, sharing, and professional development. Attendance is free, but registration is required. The conference will be held at the Modern American School in Amman, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Registration Deadline for Participants and Presenters: April 30, 2023
Proposal Submission Deadline: April 7, 2023

Register for the 2023 English Conference in Jordan

money icon

Free Registration

calendar icon

Conference Language is English

globe icon

Modern American School
Amman, Jordan

certificate icon

Receive a Certificate
  • Call for Proposals
  • Conference Details
  • Location Information
  • Conference Program
  • Keynote Speakers
  • Sponsors

Call for Proposals

Proposal Deadline:

Friday, April 7, 2023

Notification of accepted proposals will be sent by Saturday, April 15, 2023.

Proposal Details:

Papers should focus on research or effective practices regarding the teaching of English to speakers of Arabic. This year, we are especially interested in papers concerning teaching to traditionally marginalized groups, incorporating social justice issues into teaching practice, collaborating with other content teachers, and meaningful assessment; however, papers on any topic appropriate to the conference focus will be considered. Papers will be delivered in one of two formats: presentation or poster.

Presentation

A presentation should consist of up to 10 minutes for the initial presentation and up to 10 minutes for audience questions.

Poster

For a poster session, prepare a visual display of your research and be available to discuss it with participants for a 20-minute session.

  • Tips for Preparing Your Proposal
    • Writing a Conference Abstract or Proposal (PDF) - This document, produced by Western Carolina University, offers tips, guidelines, and an example proposal.
    • How to Write a Conference Proposal - This resource, produced by Miami Dade College, provides information on writing a conference proposal, abstract tips, examples of developing a conference proposal, and more.
    • Tips for the New Conference Presenter - Explore these tips from Georgia State University.
    • Tips for Writing Conference Paper Abstracts - Explore these helpful tips for writing conference paper abstracts from North Carolina State University.
    • Writing an Abstract for a Conference or Symposium (YouTube) - This short video gives detailed explanations of each part of an abstract.

Submission

To submit your paper, please send an abstract (150-200 words), a short biographical sketch (75-100 words), and an indication of which type of format you prefer by the deadline. Deadline for submissions is April 7, 2023. 

Proposals submitted in Arabic will not be reviewed. Proposals must be submitted in English.

Abstract

For research presentations or posters, your abstract should include a statement of the problem, identification of research methods or teaching method/strategy, and a summary of findings. For other types of submissions, your abstract should describe a statement of the problem you are addressing, a description of your contribution, and an explanation of how it will be of value to the conference audience.

Submit Your Proposal

Conference Details

Dates:

May 14-16, 2023

Registration Deadline:

April 30, 2023

Conference Cost:

The conference is free. Refreshments and light snacks will be provided.

The 2023 English conference at the Modern American School is open to K-12 English teachers, school administrators, university students and professors as well as researchers, NGOs, and other organizations. Those who attend two-days or three-days of the conference will receive a conference certificate.

Conference Location:

Modern American School
Amman, Jordan

Conference Language:

English

Conference Organizers:

  • Dr. Juman Al Bukhari, Associate Professor, University of North Georgia
  • Dr. James Badger, Professor, University of North Georgia
  • Mr. Maamoun Qawasmi, Head of English, Modern American School,
  • Ms. Shereen Dahlah, Principal of High School, Modern American School
  • Dr. Marwan Jarrah, Head of English, University of Jordan

*Additional event information will be added as it becomes available.

Location Information

The conference will take place at the Modern American School in Amman, Jordan. For directions, contact information, and a map, please visit the Modern American School website.

Conference parking will be available at the Modern American School on the days of the conference from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 

Google Map: Modern American School

Conference Program

Schedule details will be updated as conference planning progresses.

Sunday, May 14, 2023

Time Activity
4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Keynote Speaker
4:45 - 5:00 p.m.

Break

5:00 - 5:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions
Session details (including presenter, presentation title, and room number) will be updated here as it become available.
5:40 - 6:10 p.m. Concurrent Sessions
Session details (including presenter, presentation title, and room number) will be updated here as it become available.
6:10 - 6:30 p.m. Poster Presentations
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions
Session details (including presenter, presentation title, and room number) will be updated here as it become available.

Monday, May 15, 2023

Time Activity
4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Keynote Speaker
4:45 - 5:00 p.m. Break
5:00 - 5:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions
Session details (including presenter, presentation title, and room number) will be updated here as it become available.
5:40 - 6:10 p.m. Concurrent Sessions
Session details (including presenter, presentation title, and room number) will be updated here as it become available.
6:10 - 6:30 p.m. Poster Presentations
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions
Session details (including presenter, presentation title, and room number) will be updated here as it become available.

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

Time Activity
4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Keynote Speaker
4:45 - 5:00 p.m. Break
5:00 - 5:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions
Session details (including presenter, presentation title, and room number) will be updated here as it become available.
5:40 - 6:10 p.m. Concurrent Sessions
Session details (including presenter, presentation title, and room number) will be updated here as it become available.
6:10 - 6:30 p.m. Poster Presentations
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions
Session details (including presenter, presentation title, and room number) will be updated here as it become available.

Keynote Speakers

Information about the 2023 English Conference in Jordan Keynote Speaker(s) will be updated here when available.

Sponsors

Learn More About the Conference Sponsors

  • Modern American School
  • University of North Georgia
  • Georgia State University
  • University of Jordan
  • U.S. Embassy-Amman

For More Information, Contact:

Juman Al Bukhari, Ph.D.
juman.albukhari@ung.edu
Sally Smith
sally.smith@ung.edu
Susan Ogletree, Ph.D.
sogletree1@gsu.edu
James Badger, Ph.D.
james.badger@ung.edu
Bil Boozer, Ph.D.
bilboozer@gsu.edu
Gwen Benson, Ph.D.
gbenson@gsu.edu
UNG Logo
  • Contact Us
  • Request Information
  • Quick Facts
  • Campus Maps & Directions
  • Student Consumer Information
  • Campus Safety
  • Emergency Information
  • Employment/HR
  • UNG Policies & Procedures
  • UNG Alumni Association
  • UNG Foundation
  • Ethics & Compliance Hotline
  • Human Trafficking Notice
  • Equal Empl. Opportunity

© 2023 The University System of Georgia and the University of North Georgia.

UNG follows the section 508 Standards and WCAG 2.0 for web accessibility. If you require this content in another format, please send an email to the ADA Coordinator.

Use of military-themed imagery does not constitute endorsement by the U.S. Department of Defense.

  • Accreditation
  • Accessibility
  • Privacy Policy
Establishing Connection...
AskNigel