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The 2017 Technology for Second Language Learning Conference at Iowa State
University (September 22-23) invites abstract submissions from prospective
presenters wishing to contribute to the program with a paper, poster, or
colloquium on the theme of boundary crossing in technology and second
language learning <https://apling.engl.iastate.edu/tsll-archive/tsll-2017/>
. The *Call for Proposals *
<https://apling.engl.iastate.edu/tsll-archive/tsll-2017/cfp/>is open now,
with proposals *due May 18*.  More info can be found below and on the
conference website: https://apling.engl.iastate.edu/tsll-archive/tsll-2017/

The 2017 Technology for Second Language Learning Conference (TSLL) #TSLL2017
<https://apling.engl.iastate.edu/tsll-archive/tsll-2017/>September 22-23,
2017Iowa State University <http://web.iastate.edu/about/transport/>, Ames,
IA
<https://www.google.com/maps/place/Ames,+IA/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x87ee70624634a06b:0x273156083cc75200?sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiZvpOC2ojTAhVI6YMKHT8DB8wQ8gEIhwEwDw>Celebrating
15 YearsPlenary Speakers
<https://apling.engl.iastate.edu/tsll-archive/tsll-2017/plenary-speakers/>

[image: Head shots of Greg Kessler and Shannon Sauro, plenary speakers]
<https://apling.engl.iastate.edu/alt-content/uploads/2017/04/both-plenary-headshots-sq.png>
*Conference Theme**Crossing Boundaries:**The Geographical and Intellectual
Diffusion of Technology for Language Learning*

Technology serves as a bridge that crosses historically constructed
boundaries between second language teaching and other disciplines. It has
created an unprecedented level of interconnection between language learning
researchers and language teaching classrooms. It also provides the
affordances to connect language teachers throughout the world in mutually
beneficial interactions and expanded educational circles.

At the 15th Annual TSLL conference, we will highlight, explore, and
celebrate the multifaceted ways that the spread of technology
internationally and disciplinarily prompts new paths for inquiry and
education. We look back on 15 years of research and development of
technologies for second language learning from previous TSLL conferences as
a springboard for boundary-crossing work of the future.
Call for Proposals Now Open
<https://apling.engl.iastate.edu/tsll-archive/tsll-2017/cfp/>Important
Dates:

Call for Proposals Opens: March 31, 2017

Call for Proposals Closes: *May 18, 2017*

Notification of Acceptance: *June 1, 2017*

Conference Dates: *September 22-23, 2017*



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<https://apling.engl.iastate.edu/tsll-archive/tsll-2017/registration-venue/>
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 & accommodations
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TSLL 2017 Call for Proposals

The 2017 Technology for Second Language Learning Conference at Iowa State
University invites abstract submissions from prospective presenters wishing
to contribute to the program with a paper, poster, or colloquium on the
theme of boundary crossing in technology and second language learning
<https://apling.engl.iastate.edu/tsll-archive/tsll-2017/>. The following
offers suggestions of areas that would fit well within the theme:

   - Historical or agenda-setting analyses of the identity of the field in
   view of its porous geographical and intellectual boundaries
   - Cross-disciplinary research focused on the goals of improving learning
   for language learners or evaluation methods for CALL researchers
   - Inquiry into language teaching practices made possible by connecting
   linguistic research with technological affordances
   - Projects investigating or exploiting the international reach of
   technology for language teaching and for disseminating professional
   knowledge
   - Investigations of technology interests, uses and challenges for
   language teaching in the developing world
   - Research into the role of English in the activity of geographical and
   intellectual boundary-crossing in research and practice in technology for
   language learning

*Proposal Submissions *

Prospective presenters should make their abstract submissions *by May 18,
2017* through the following link: https://goo.gl/forms/irUbce8s5H04httq2

Submissions for Individual Papers, Colloquiums,and Posters should include

   - corresponding presenter name,
   - institutional affiliation,
   - contact information,
   - co-presenter’s name(s) & affiliations,
   - presentation type,
   - presentation title and
   - 250-word (Papers & Posters) or 500-word abstract (Colloquiums)
   abstract.

Prospective presenters will be *notified of acceptance by June 1, 2017*.


__________________________________
Kelly J. Cunningham
*Graduate Peer Review Groups Coordinator,*
Center for Communication Excellence, Graduate College

*PhD Candidate*
Applied Linguistics & Technology | Human Computer Interaction

Ross Hall | Iowa State University | Ames, IA 50010