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We are excited to announce that the 8th International Conference of the Independent Learning Association(ILA 2018) will be held in September 2018 at Konan Women's University in Kobe, Japan.
More details will be following soon. Meanwhile, we are currently welcoming ideas for potential
conference themes and keynote speakers, as well as suggestions for presentation formats andevents which will make the conference more collaborative and inclusive.
Please send your ideas to ilajapan2018@gmail.comCALL FOR PROPOSALS
JALT2017: Language Teaching in a Global Age: Shaping the Classroom, Shaping the World
Epochal Tsukuba (Tsukuba, Ibaraki)

November 17-20

International Communities: Fostering Learner Development on A Global StageIn the global age, it could be argued that an outward-looking mindset would be an invaluable
tool that would embolden students to participate in a worldwide community of English speakers.
The teacher can play a role in promoting notions of international awareness, and dialogue withthe world outside of Japan. However, if these ideas are to be truly ‘owned’ by students, learners
must find their place in the global community. The Learner Development SIG Forum atJALT2017 is based on the theme of fostering international mindsets through autonomous
learning both inside and outside the classroom, and we are seeking presentations in this area.
Presentations could be based on completed or ongoing research in this area, or practical teachingideas from a range of teaching and learning contexts.
We encourage you to submit proposals for the Learner Development SIG Forum at the JALTInternational Conference soon. This year’s conference is taking place at Epochal Tsukuba inTsukuba, Ibaraki (about an hour north of Tokyo) from November 17 to 20. The theme of thisyear’s forum is International Communities: Fostering Learner Development on a Global Stage.
• Have you used any activities that helped students develop an international mindset?
• Do you promote inter-cultural awareness in your classes?
• Is there an international exchange program or study abroad experience that you could

report on?
• Do you have any advice for the teacher trying to implement an increased internationalawareness in their classroom?
COMPLETING THE PROPOSAL
Applicants are asked to carefully consider their topics as they relate the theme of theforum. Applicants who best reflect this theme will be given priority. In some situations,applicants might be asked to re-submit their abstracts to better reflect the theme.
Please complete the application, including a title and an abstract, by the absolute deadline ofFRIDAY, MAY 12th.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVyehc5GFuCKdPjlKjgmM1lGOb_y2qXGF
ZK_PLo5KSvkZnfQ/viewform
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Research Grant
Deadline for 2017 applications: Friday, 30 June 2017 (23:59 Japan Standard Time).
One research grant of ¥25,000 is open to a Learner Development (LD) SIG member (or aresearch team comprised of LD SIG members) willing to write an article (1000-2000words/3000 Japanese characters) about their research in Learning Learning. Priority will be given
to those who do not have access to institutional funding. Early-career Japanese researchers are
particularly encouraged to apply.
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Project Grants

Deadline for 2017 applications: Friday, June 30, 2017 (23:59 Japan Standard Time)The Learner Development (LD) SIG is offering two ¥20,000 Project Grant to LD SIG
members conducting or leading education-related projects or volunteer activities as individuals
or in groups, who are willing to write an article (approximately 1500 words/3000 Japanesecharacters) about their project for Learning Learning. Applications may include, but are notlimited to, the following examples. If you are unsure whether your project qualifies or not, pleasecontact the Grants Team.
*Teachers and/or students engaging with and/or helping communities or groups of people
outside of their educational context, at either a local, national, or international level;*Encouraging student development through supporting student participation in conferences, LDSIG Forums, LD SIG get togethers, etc.
Recipient/s can use the grant in any way within reason that will support their project. Pleaseindicate in your application how the grant will be used to support the successful completion ofthe project.
Project Grants are open to individuals who receive research money from their workplaces.
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International Conference Grant
Deadline for 2017 applications: Friday, August 25, 2017 (23:59 Japan Standard Time).
One grant of ¥50,000 is available to a Learner Development (LD) SIG member who will attend
the 2017 JALT International Conference and is willing to write a conference report or anotherpiece of writing to be published in Learning Learning after the conference. The grant recipient
can use the grant to cover their travel, hotel, and/or conference fees for the 2017 JALTInternational Conference at the Tsukuba International Conference Center (Epochal Tsukuba),
November 17-20, 2017. The grant will be awarded to the recipient in person at the LD SIG
Forum held during the conference.
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