ICTE 2026 is the 6th International Conference of TESOL & Education, organized by the International Association of TESOL & Education (ICTE).
Hosted at the Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City, this two-day conference brings together leading educators, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers from 29 countries, including Japan, Malaysia, Pakistan, Qatar, the United States, Iraq, the Philippines, Thailand, Russia, Taiwan, the Czech Republic, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, Sweden, India, Eswatini, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Portugal, Australia, Korea, Vietnam, Nepal, China, Hong Kong (China), Uzbekistan, Canada, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and New Zealand, to explore cutting-edge research and innovation in AI-powered language teaching and learning.
With 244 abstract submissions from 480 authors worldwide, ICTE 2026 is the largest edition in the conference's history.
Join 480+ authors from 29 countries in the ultimate event exploring AI in Research, Teacher Development, and Professional Practice.
Good papers will be selected for publication in prestigious Scopus-indexed journals and Springer Nature book chapters.
Selected papers will be invited to contribute book chapters published with Springer Nature — a globally recognized academic publisher.
Official Publishing Partner
Computer-Assisted Language Learning – Electronic Journal
The highest-ranked open-access journal in CALL research. Papers selected from ICTE 2026 presentations will be invited for submission.
* Full papers for Scopus journals will be notified separately on 31 August 2026.
rEFLections – NIDA Journal of Language and Communication
A prestigious Q2 Scopus journal focusing on English as a Foreign Language research, applied linguistics, and language teaching methodology.
* Full papers for Scopus journals will be notified separately on 31 August 2026.
High-impact research across multiple disciplines
President of ICTE · Suranaree University of Technology
— THAILAND
A visionary leader in educational technology, Professor Andrew Lian serves as the President of ICTE and former President of AsiaCALL. He is a pioneer in Technology-Enhanced Language Learning (TELL), focusing on self-organizing learning environments and learner autonomy.
NIE-NTU, Singapore · Visiting Prof at IUH
— SINGAPORE
Dr. Willy A. Renandya is a world-renowned language teacher educator from NIE-NTU, Singapore. A prolific author and editor, his work with Cambridge and Springer has shaped modern approaches to Extensive Reading and SLA across Asia.
Dean, School of Liberal Arts, KMUTT, Thailand
— THAILAND
As the Dean of the School of Liberal Arts at KMUTT, Dr. Natjiree is a leading authority in language assessment. Her work in aligning curriculum with CEFR standards has been instrumental in modernizing language pedagogy in Thailand.
President of AsiaCALL · IUH, Vietnam
— VIETNAM
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Vu Phi Ho is a prominent researcher and the innovator behind the ICTE Robots for language practice. With 80+ publications, he is a leading voice on responsible AI integration in language education.
Ritsumeikan University, Japan · VP of ICTE
— JAPAN
Based at Ritsumeikan University, Prof. Jeremy White is a specialist in task-based learning and immersive technologies. As the Editor-in-Chief of CALL-EJ (Q1), his research explores VR/AR pedagogy in EFL contexts.
Charles Darwin University, Australia
— AUSTRALIA
Dr. Ania Lian is a champion for inclusive education and teacher innovation. As the VP for Research and Innovation at AsiaCALL, she leads initiatives in digital learning ecosystems for diverse learner populations.
University of North Texas, USA
— USA
Dr. Hyangeun Ji is an Assistant Professor specializing in the practical integration of Generative AI in education. Her research into GenAI for speaking practice is at the forefront of educational technology.
Director of Foreign Language Center, HUIT
— VIETNAM
Dr. Tran Tin Nghi is an expert in corpus-based teaching and AI in education. His work bridges the critical gap between linguistic theory and classroom practice through technology-assisted methodologies.
Dean of Faculty of Foreign Languages, IUH
— VIETNAM
As the Dean of the Faculty of Foreign Languages at IUH, Dr. Nguyen Truong Sa is a leader in quality assurance and teacher preparation across sustainable educational frameworks.
Vice-President, Ho Chi Minh City University of Foreign Languages - Information Technology (HUFLIT)
— VIETNAM
His research interests include Computational Linguistics, Cognitive Linguistics, Computer Assisted Language Learning and ELT Methodology.
Our dedicated secretariat team ensures the smooth organization and coordination of the conference.
Secretary of ICTE
English language educator with over 10 years of experience in Ho Chi Minh City. PhD student specializing in CALL, teacher wellbeing, and professional development in TESOL.
Secretary of ICTE
PhD student and English lecturer at Van Lang University. Her research focuses on technology in language teaching, CLIL, and the integration of Generative AI in ELT.
August 15–16, 2026 · Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City
ICTE President · Suranaree University of Technology, Thailand
Dean, School of Liberal Arts · KMUTT, Thailand
Vice President of ICTE · Ritsumeikan University, Japan
Simultaneous presentations across 7 rooms (R401, R402, R506, R603, R1004, R1205, Virtual).
Dept. of Learning Technologies · University of North Texas, USA
Dean, Faculty of Foreign Languages · Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City
AsiaCALL President · Vice President of ICTE · Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City
Academic awards and the announcement of ICTE 2027 venue.
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Connect with 461+ researchers and educators from 29 countries. Present your research, explore publication opportunities in Scopus journals, and be part of the leading TESOL conference in Southeast Asia.
Early Bird deadline: April 30, 2026 · conference.icte@gmail.com · +84 909 850 699
