The 24th AsiaTEFL International Conference(AsiaTEFL 2026) will be held at Xi’an Jiaotong University from May 28 to 31, 2026. AsiaTEFL 2026 invites  proposals for presentations from practitioners, researchers, and policymakers as well as graduate students from across Asia and beyond to share insights, foster collaboration, and explore emerging directions in the evolving field of ELT. Proposals may be for individual papers, posters, symposia, colloquia or workshops sessions.

Time:  May 28 to 31, 2026

Venue: Xi’an Jiaotong University

The Asia TEFL International Conference is a large-scale international academic event that has consistently advanced foreign language education and research across Asia while strengthening academic exchange among teachers and scholars in linguistics and applied linguistics throughout the region. Besides engaging parallel sessions, the program will feature inspiring keynote, plenary, and featured presentations, outstanding book exhibits, and ample opportunities for professional networking and collaboration.

The conference theme of AsiaTEFL 2026, “ELT in a Changing World: Global Challenges and New Opportunities,” examines how English Language Teaching is adapting to address urgent global needs by leveraging AI, innovation, and sustainable practices to generate significant social impact. 

Conference Theme

ELT in a Changing World: Global Challenges and New Opportunities 

Organized by

• AsiaTEFL

Hosted by

China English Language Education Association 

School of Foreign Studies, Xi’an Jiaotong University

Sponsored by

Foreign Language Teaching and Research Press

Center for Teaching and Learning Development, Xi'an Jiaotong University

National Research Institute for Foreign Language Teaching Materials, Beijing Foreign Studies University