91²Ö¿â officially welcomed 24 English language educators, policymakers, and teacher trainers from around the world to the KSU Exchange: Integrating Innovative and Emerging Technologies into the English Language Classroom.
The prestigious, two-week professional exchange program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA), Office of English Language Programs, and administered by FHI 360.
This partnership reflects 91²Ö¿â’s longstanding commitment to global engagement, educational innovation, and professional exchange, representing a joint effort between three of 91²Ö¿â's premier educational bodies:
- The Gerald H. Read Center for International and Intercultural Education
- The English as a Second Language Center
- The Research Center for Educational Technology (RCET)
Shaping the Future of the Classroom
Over the next two weeks, international participants will engage in a dynamic itinerary featuring academic workshops, site visits, cultural experiences, and collaborative learning sessions. The curriculum focuses heavily on the ethical and effective integration of emerging technologies and artificial intelligence in English language teaching.
"This program represents 91²Ö¿â’s deep commitment to global engagement and educational innovation, bringing together voices from around the world to transform how we think about technology in the classroom," said Amanda Johnson, Ph.D., director of The Gerald H. Read Center for International and Intercultural Education. "By exploring these emerging tools together, we are not just enhancing language teaching; we are building a powerful, interconnected community of educators who will shape the future of global education."
Through this intensive program, participants will explore cutting-edge approaches to language teaching while building lasting professional connections with colleagues from around the world.