CFP

ETLTC2021: ETLTC2021 & ACM Chapter International Conference on Educational Technology, Language & Technical Communication

The University of Aizu

Aizuwakamatsu, Japan, January 27-30, 2021

Conference website	https://etltc-acmchap-japanconf.org/
Submission link	https://easychair.org/conferences/?conf=etltc2021
Abstract registration deadline	December 16, 2020
Submission deadline	December 16, 2020
1st Draft - Full Paper	February 16, 2021
Camera Ready Draft - Full Paper	April 5, 2021

Topics: educational technology applied linguistics english as foreign language technology assisted language learning

The ETLTC 2021 theme – Education Technology, Language, and Technical Communication: highlights the collaboration between the use of technology in global education and the language that communicates such use to improve both education quality and customer satisfaction worldwide – is an opportunity to create synergy between educators and industry professionals across a wide spectrum of applications.

The conference’s three cross-cutting themes are designed to help unpack the interrelations of quality education, use of technology for academic and industrial learning, and the technical communication that will help people understand the details of the use of such technology through the lenses of linguists and technical communicators, consumers of technology, customers who handle e-commerce technologies and interfaces that lead to learning; teachers including corporate trainers; education specialists, school and corporate leadership, and school and corporate governance.

ETLTC's community of educational researchers, policymakers, and practitioners increasingly recognize that educational and industrial challenges in the use of technology, language, and communication are getting increasingly complex, dynamic, and multidimensional. ETLTC will, therefore, create a platform for exchange, learning, and collaboration between professionals who are working directly in the industry or in close association with it, and traditional faculty and students who work with different educational technologies in daily life. This platform will also allow us to understand how to bridge the gap between what we teach in our classes, and how useful it is in real life industry (transfer skills).

The organizing committee is seeking papers for the following sessions at the conference:

Individual Paper Presentation:

Paper sessions are generally 90 minutes in length and will include 5-6 papers.

Poster:

Poster sessions combine the graphics display of materials with the opportunity for individualized, informal discussion of a project in research, policy and/or practice. Individual presenters set up displays in a large area with other presenters. Posters should be set up to be visible for the duration of the conference. Presenters will be expected to be present at designated times.

Workshop:

Workshops offer a forum for discussion of a broad range of emerging and specialized topics of interest to the ICSEI community. Workshops are more interactive and informal than paper sessions and can involve extended discussion, group brainstorming sessions, mini-tutorials around key ideas, and proof-of-concept demonstration sessions. Workshops are 90 minutes in length.

Virtual Sessions:

Virtual sessions will allow those presenters who would not be able to attend the conference in-person to upload a presentation (15-minutes movie file) at the conference website and attend questions from the conference participants worldwide. Virtual attendees will also get an opportunity to publish in the proceedings exactly like the other participants and will get a virtual certificate of participation sent on postal mail to their registered address.

Proposal Selection and Topics: The selection process for all types will be blind refereed.

The SIX major genres for paper submission are as follows:

1. Computer-Assisted Language Learning

2. Task-based Language Learning

3. Educational Technology in Academia and Industry

4. Information Design and eLearning

5. Technical Communication

Please check the following link for details about the above 5 themes:

https://www.acmchapterseminarjapan.com/cfp2020

6. Special Track: ICT, Design, and Planning for Smart Cities

https://www.acmchapterseminarjapan.com/specialtracketltc2020

The topics include, but not limited to the following:

Computer-Assisted Language Learning

Language Learning Environments and CALL

Designing and implementing contextualized technology-enhanced language learning environments.
Local versus global CALL environments.
Blended learning and hybrid courses.
E-learning systems.
Flipped classes.
Assessment & evaluation of CALL environments.
Task-based CALL in online systems.
Computer-Supported Collaborative Language Learning (CSCLL).
Network-based language teaching (NBLT).
Effective feedback strategies in online systems.
Productivity suites.
Project-Based Learning.
Virtual reality.
Websites for language practice.
Course Management Systems.

Ubiquitous Language Learning

The use of mobile technologies, such as tablets, iPads, smartphones, etc., to provide flexibility and access to language learning opportunities.
Best practices in the use of technology for learning a language anytime, anywhere, and with any device.
Methodological implications for mobile technology content development.
Developing language materials for ubiquitous learning.
Podcasting.
Apps for language learning.
Modes of delivery.
Mobile Learning and Ubiquitous Technologies.

Intercultural Language Learning through ICT

Telecollaboration and video-web conferencing.
Exploiting social networks for language learning.
Computer-supported collaborative language learning across frontiers.
Cross-cultural awareness through ICT.
The use of social networking technologies by language teachers and learners to share expertise, knowledge, and information.
Social networking.

Worldwide Collaborative CALL

Open (Linked) Data and Open Content.
MOOCs for language learning.
Harmonizing theories, research, and practice.
Free/shareware/open source technology for developing language learning materials.
Working collaboratively to disseminate and adapt innovations so that they can be used by practitioners separated by location or culture.
Growing innovation through collaborations across international institutions.
Working towards worldwide collaboration for the sharing and re-use of digital language learning materials.
Design and development of applications that cross geographical, physical, psychological, and financial boundaries.
Catalyzing international cooperation for language learning.
Open Educational Resources.
Identifying priorities of particular languages, groups, and/or regions, with the aim of increasing collaboration and growth.
Facilitating wider access to multilingual quality language learning worldwide.
Growing diverse online communities of language learners/teachers.

CALL and Multidisciplinarity for targeting learners’ needs

From needs analysis to multidisciplinary language learning materials design.
Bridging the gap between language teachers’ perspectives and new language learners’ needs.
Augmented reality in second language teaching and learning.
CALL for matching learners’ minds.
Learners just want to have fun: technology and games for language learning.
Game-based learning strategies in technology-enhanced language learning environments.
Gamification and virtual reality.
Language learning systems for targeting specific audiences.
Corpus-aided language learning.
Semantic Web 3.0.

Teacher Professional Development and CALL

Integrating CALL in initial teacher education.
Integrating CALL from k-12 to tertiary education.
Teacher training in ICT for enhancing language learning.
Developing strategies for teacher education and professional development.
CALL on a small budget.
Extra-curricular study.

ICALL

ICALL and ITS systems for e-learning platforms.
Natural Language Processing in language learning.

Learner's Autonomy and CALL

Supporting the development of language learners’ autonomy.
Motivation, guidance, and accountability in language learning without the teacher present.
Self-efficacy and learner autonomy, self-regulated language learning.
Learner behavior.

CALL Framework

Developing theoretical frameworks, models, principles, and guidelines for the development of CALL innovations with a view to the longer term.
Changes to the use and application of CALL terminology.
Pedagogy for developing CALL.

CALL Research

Current and perceived future CALL trends, gaps, and research needs.
Developing qualitative and quantitative studies (methods, techniques, tools, etc.).
Corpora & Databases.

Evaluation and assessment

Assessing language learning achievements (knowledge, skills, attitudes, motivation, satisfaction).
Criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of language learning software systems.
Assessment strategies in b-learning and e-learning environments.
Computer-based language tests.

CALL for Minority Languages

Safeguarding endangered and indigenous languages through technology.
CALL for Teaching Less commonly taught languages.

CALL and Government Priorities for Language Learning

Evolving national and international government priorities that impact upon the overall use of CALL.
Common international language standards for curriculum and syllabus development.

CALL Materials Design

Listening, Speaking and Pronunciation
Reading.
Writing.
Grammar.
Curriculum development.
Podcasting.
Video.
Sustainability of resources.
Low-cost devices.
Pedagogy for developing CALL materials.

Task-based Language Learning

Tasks in SLA
Tasks in language education
Theoretical perspectives on TBLT
Sociocultural aspects of TBLT
Task features, complexity, design
TBLT methodology
TBLT implementation and innovations
Technology-mediated TBLT
Tasks and the role of the learner
The role of the teacher and TBLT-based teacher education
TBLT in contexts
Needs analysis in TBLT
Task-based assessment
Evaluating task-based instruction, materials, and programs

Educational Technology in Academia and Industry

Education in Context

Education in the Network Society
Educational Games
Social Media in Education

Education as Professional Field

Teacher Education
Teachers’ Professional Development
Teachers’ Workload
Teacher Support for Grading, Time Tabling, Grading, Learning Tools, and Online Learning Software
Teachers’ learning in Communities of Practice
Web-based Communities for Teacher Support

Curricular Evolution

Problem-based Learning
Critical Thinking Skills
Creativity Skills
Learning Citizenship
Global Education with Technology
Media Literacy / -Pedagogy
Multicultural Education with Technology

Integrating Educational Technologies

Social Media and Social Networking
The Semantic Web 3.0
Podcasting for Broadcasting Video Lectures
Podcasting feedback to students
Wiki and blogs in Higher Education
Mobile, Virtual and Vicarious Learning
Simulations and Modeling

International Higher Education

Web-based, Mobile, Virtual Presence and Social Media to Overcome Student Mobility
Blended Learning and Student Assessment at a Distance
Student Mobility and Distance Education

Information Design and eLearning

E-Learning Evaluation
E-Learning Tools and Systems
E-Learning Content Development
Electronic Publishing Tools E-Learning
Engaging Students with the World Digital and Global Discovery Online Virtual Universities, Classrooms, and Laboratories
Developing and Organizational e-Learning Strategy
Developing, Integrating, and Delivering E-Learning
Solutions Digital Libraries for E-Learning
Distance Education
Distance Learning
Methods and Procedures for the Global Classroom
Industry-University Partnering Infrastructure of E-Learning Environments Interactive E-Learning Systems
Knowledge Management in E-Learning
Quality Management and Assessment in E-Learning

Technical Communication

Technical Communication
Structured authoring and information modeling
Semantic modeling and ontology applications
Process integration and modeling of products and information
AI applications in technical communication specific concepts of intelligent content
Dynamic and interactive content delivery
IoT and Industry 4.0 concepts for technical information
Content analytics and metrics
Search and Retrieval scenarios of technical information
Content generation
User-generated content
Elimination of information silos
Technical videos
Augmented and virtual reality
Mobile documentation
Agile project management
Cross-cultural and Global Communication
Electronic Forums and Meetings
Usability and Usability Testing
Visual Communication
Writing Processes, Thinking Processes
Workplace Culture

SOCIAL COMMUNICATION RELATED TO ICT, DESIGN, SMART CITY, AND SOCIETY

Technological Applications related to the following fields are welcome (but not limited to):

Design Thinking and Planning
Smart Parking
Car sharing services
Traffic and public transport
Clean energy
Smart building
Waste disposal
Environmental protection
Citizen participation
Digitization of governance
Urban planning
Education
Business ecosystem
4G LTE
Internet Speed
Wifi Hotspots
Smartphone penetration
Living standard
Healthcare Electronics

SMART HEALTHCARE: Cities are increasingly seen not just as the engines of innovation and economic growth but also the level at which solutions to wicked problems can be produced to comfort the lives of its citizens. City administrations are thus producing adequate and innovative approaches for such diverse issues by striving for technologies. Among all the facilities to citizens in a smart city, smart healthcare counts as a foremost important facility as a city, which has healthy citizens, is balanced in every sphere.

Submission Requirements

Note: All submission types will be blind refereed. The evaluators will review all submissions without the names of the authors and presenters (which will be submitted separately). Thus, the names of the organizers and presenters should not appear in the text of the papers, when submitting the first draft.

Submission Guidelines

(The following guidelines are applicable for all authors whose proposal is accepted for publication)

Papers should be technically no more than 10 pages maximum (including abstract, references, appendix, etc.) based on the ACM template

The template for submission will be posted on the website.

Authorship & Publication:

No paper will be published without a formal presentation at the ETLTC Conference, or without a virtual presentation.

Paper Length:

Full Papers: Between 6-10 pages
Short Papers: Between 5 pages
Extended Abstract Papers: 2 Pages (around 600-800 words including references)
Short Abstract: 400-500 words

Paper Content-Type:

Full Research Paper
Tutorial
Teaching Experience
Project Experience
Software Review
Teaching or Research Position Paper

Evaluation of proposals

Proposals will be blind reviewed and evaluated by members of the ETLTC2021 Program Committee. Proposals will be judged in terms of their contribution to educational technology theory and application and technical communication policy, research, and/or practice, and the quality of explanation of the aims of the presentation, theoretical perspectives, methods of inquiry and analysis, the strength of results and conclusions, and connections to the conference theme.

A Research Paper should be complete with an introduction, data, and analysis of data, discussion, and implications.
A Tutorial should clearly explain how software or a product (e.g., educational technology) could be used towards certain specific goals.
Teaching Experience papers should clearly highlight the course module, how it's designed, the pedagogical strategies, classroom experience (with some data), and implications for teaching.
The Project Experience papers should clearly highlight how the project was conceptualized, reasons for using the approach, people and resources involved, what was aimed and achieved, the learning that happened, and it's overall implications.
The Software/Hardware Review papers should clearly explain the purpose of the software/hardware, the domain of application, the design of the interface, how users are expected to use it, and how it's actually used, the learning that happens, the user experience and the reliability and trustworthiness of the product in the market, and/or in the specific community of users.
The Teaching or Research Position papers should explain the idea behind an approach, whether such use or application is valid and reasonable, what are the theories backing such application, or any contrary theoretical evidence to suggest the failure of such research approach, or pedagogical strategy.

Submission Link: https://etltc-acmchap-japanconf.org/submission

Deadline for 1st Draft Submission: 1st December 2020.