About the Conference

The TESOL BD – Metropolitan University National Conference 2026 provides a national platform for English language teachers, teacher educators, researchers, graduate students, policymakers, and ELT professionals to engage in meaningful dialogue about current and future directions of English language teaching in Bangladesh. Held under the theme “Reimagining ELT: Inclusive Approaches to English Learning and Assessment,” the conference will explore how teaching, learning, and assessment practices can be redesigned to promote equity, accessibility, and meaningful learning outcomes for diverse learners across educational contexts.

The conference foregrounds local realities, multilingual classrooms, formative assessment, and learner-centred pedagogy, while engaging with global ELT scholarship.

MAIN THEME

Reimagining ELT: Inclusive Approach to English Learning and Assessment

The conference aims to:

  • Re-examine English learning and assessment practices through an inclusive and equity-oriented lens
  • Share research-informed and classroom-based innovations in teaching and assessment
  • Promote assessment for learning, feedback literacy, and alternatives to high-stakes testing
  • Address challenges of multilingualism, learner diversity, and accessibility in ELT
  • Support teacher professional development, agency, and leadership
  • Strengthen national collaboration among ELT professionals in Bangladesh

Inclusive English Learning Practices

Multilingualism, Translanguaging, and Learner Identity

English for Academic, Professional, and Vocational Purposes (EAP/ESP)

Assessment for Learning and Equity

Accessible Materials and Assistive Technologies

ELT Policy, Curriculum, and Community-Based Initiatives

Literature-Based Teaching Methods

Teacher Development, Well-being, and Professional Identity

Translanguaging in Literary Texts, Multilingual Poetry

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Plenary Speakers

Our plenary speakers are distinguished scholars and practitioners from around the world who will share their insights on language education, technology, and social transformation. Their thought-provoking sessions will inspire meaningful dialogue and innovation in the field of TESOL.

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IMPORTANT EVENTS

Key Dates

Event

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Abstract Submission Deadline

August 15, 2026

Notification of Acceptance

September 2026

Full Paper Submission

December 31, 2026 (To be considered for TESOL Bangladesh Journal)

Early Bird Registration Deadline

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Regular Registration Deadline

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Conference Date

November 27-28, 2026

HOST & VENUE

Get Direction to the Event Hall

HOST

TESOL Society of Bangladesh

Metropolitan University, Sylhet, Bangladesh

Starts from 9AM on the Conference day

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