The evolution of English: exploring innovation through language

To mark the British Council’s 90th year, we’ll explore new words added to the English language and the stories they tell about societal, cultural and technological change. We’ll also look into the Future of English and how the language we use will define the next generation.

Speakers

Susie Dent I Dr Barbara McGillivray I Mina Patel

The great AI debate: a force for good in language education?

Don't miss this essential debate on whether AI-enabled solutions lead to more engaging or effective language learning. Explore perspectives and have your say in the public vote.

Speakers

Neenaz Ichaporia I Guy Zaslavski I Elena Oncevska Ager I Mariano Felice I Neeti Tripathi

Mastering meaningful conversations: why is authentic speaking practice so important and can AI help?

Real-life speaking practice is essential but often hard to access. Can AI help learners achieve more meaningful conversations without losing the richness of real-world interactions? Join us to explore the possibilities.

Speakers

Richard Chinn I Talley Caruso I Ann Attridge I Alicja Jankowiak I Chia Suan Chong

How to empower learners' autonomy and confidence

Take time for three quick talks to empower learning. Find tips and strategies to encourage students' own ability to learn, build critical thinking and self-confidence.

Speakers

Rachael Harris I Andrew Boon I Jane Chikapa I Chia Suan Chong

Using messaging apps: new opportunities in course design and delivery

Discover the power of messaging apps to deliver professional development courses for English teachers that are accessible, engaging and sustainable. Join us for insights and tips.

Speakers

Philippa Davies I Steve Diop

How to test less but test better: a new approach to English teaching and assessment

Join us as we explore innovative ways to test students at key milestones while keeping them engaged and reducing stress, so they can do their best.

Speakers

Mina Patel I Agnieszka PazurekI Gemma Considine

How can we prepare students for a complex world?

How can we help our learners build the most important skills for an ever-changing world? Join four ELTons 2024 innovators and have your say.

Speakers

Dr Sirhajwan Idek I Sam Whittam I Sue Robbins I Mariela Gil I Chia Suan Chong

How to maximise online professional development for teachers

Explore strategies for optimising online professional development for educators while addressing barriers to training effectiveness. Gain practical suggestions to overcome challenges and enhance professional growth.

Speaker

Lydia Quansah

Online language learning: a game-changer for organisations?

Online learning is a staple part of many training programmes, offering international organisations flexibility and scalability. But does online language learning actually have an impact on skills? Join our session to find out.

Speaker

Catherine Whitaker

How to include, not exclude, your other languages in your English language learning

Making use of all our linguistic resources is now widely recognised as being beneficial to learning languages. Join this interactive workshop to find out how!

Speakers

Kim Beadle I Huma Riaz I Mick Green

What you didn’t know about online learning

Join us for a lightning talk to find out how online learning can help you learn a language more efficiently.

Speakers

Katherine Martinkevich I Ashlesha Rodrigues Dsouza

On using AI: the most innovative ways to teach and learn English

Gain an essential knowledge boost on the latest ways AI aims to enhance English language learning and teaching, from the ELTons 2024 AI innovators and the British Council.

Speakers

Alison Millar | Wilim Abrook I Ali Uzunyolcu I Barry O'Sullivan I Jenny Simms I Adam Edmett

Student voices: what does innovation mean for English language learners and test takers?

Hear directly from English language learners and test takers on what innovation means to them and how it can help them achieve their goals.

Future of English: trends and challenges ahead

The latest view from the British Council on the future trends and challenges for English language education.

Speaker

Mina Patel

On soft skills, interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence and empathy

Learn quick, hands-on strategies on how to develop soft skills, interpersonal effectiveness and emotional intelligence, with the ELTons 2024 innovators.

Speakers

Raquel Carlos I Maria Cleary I Steven Lim I Kate Sullivan

On young and very young learners

Explore the trend towards teaching learners at younger ages, with the ELTons 2024 finalists and the British Council.

Speakers

Sandie Mourão I Henrique Tichauer I Chris Foreman I Ruth Horsfall

Never stop innovating

Pick up instant tips, ideas and insights on the latest ways to innovate in English language teaching and learning, from the ELTons 2024 finalists.

Speakers

Ann Attridge I Matthew Ellman I Stephanie Hirschman I Louise Kulbicki I Anthony Nicols I Joanna Pearson I Dylan Jones I Barry O'Sullivan

On embracing inclusive practices

The latest and most innovative ways to promote inclusive practices, equality and diversity, from the ELTons 2024 finalists and the British Council.

Speakers

Talley Caruso I Dossou Flavien Lanmantchion I Steven Lim I Carla Montenegro I Dr. Jama Ahmed I Nadia Cooke I Graham Stanley

Excellence in Course Innovation

Recognising innovation in English language courses.

Innovation in Teacher Resources

Recognising innovation in products and services intended for English language teachers.

Innovation in Learner Resources

Recognising innovation in products and services intended for English language learners.

Local Innovation

Recognising the innovations created to meet a specific local need of learners and teachers.

Innovation in the Use of Technology

Recognising the innovative use of technology in products and services intended to enhance English language learning or teaching.