Events
[Workshop] Unlocking the CEFR: What It Is and How to Use It Effectively・ヨーロッパ言語共通参照枠の活用について：その概要と効果的な運用方法 – 13:00, 11 July 2026 (Saturday) @ Kyoto Gaidai Nishi High School・京都外大西高等学校
This workshop is designed for English teachers who are familiar with the CEFR proficiency levels (A1–C2), often linked to tests such as GTEC, TOEFL, and TOEIC, but who would like to deepen their understanding of what lies behind them and learn practical ways to integrate them into their own teaching contexts. 本ワークショップは、CEFRの熟達度レベル（A1～C2）について、GTEC・TOEFL・TOEICなどの試験との関連で一定の知識を持つ英語教師を対象に、その背景にある教育理念への理解を深めるとともに、自身の授業実践に効果的に取り入れるための実践的な方法を学ぶことを目的としています。 Access Map Workshop […]
Kyoto Chapter Annual General Meeting with Keynote Speaker Dr. Betsy Lavolette: Sunday, 25 October, 13:00 @ Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine
Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on October 25th at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine’s Inamori Memorial Hall (Shimogamo Campus) from 13:00 with a keynote presentation by Dr. Betsy Lavolette. The AGM is an opportunity to learn about what the Kyoto Chapter of JALT has been doing in 2026 and what we will […]
Listening SIG Conference 2026
Our next Listening SIG event will be the JALT Listening SIG Conference on Saturday 11th July. The JALT Listening SIG Conference has been organized together with JALT Kyoto Chapter and JALT Nara Chapter. The whole day event will showcase some of the latest listening research, teaching, and learning presentations from the field.
May for Mental Wellness: Saturday, 30 May, 13:00 online (Google Meet)
“May for Mental Wellness” is a teacher well-being event with the Kyoto Chapter of JALT. This event is to create space for educators to reflect on emotional regulation, mental health, and teaching practices for students who are struggling with mental well-being themselves. Through a series of presentations and discussions, the event aims to support the well-being of teachers while also exploring how educator wellness can impact student learning and classroom communities.
Applications now open for the 2026 Kyoto JALT First-Time Presenter Program
Kyoto JALT is looking for a Kyoto JALT member in good standing who has never presented at a JALT Annual International Conference and is not eligible for other funding. The successful applicant will be guaranteed an unvetted 25 minute short presentation slot at JALT2026, Friday November 20 – Sunday, November 22 at WINC Aichi in Nagoya. Furthermore, […]
