English Language Programs

English language educators with #AI and tech know-how: the world needs you! #ELSpecialist Dr. Carly Wynne’s work in #Serbia and #Kosovo is proof—integrating AI tools and STREAM principles into English teaching spaces is changing classrooms. Program requirements, FAQs, and the Specialist application are available on the English Language Programs website: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eJUN9kSH #ExchangeOurWorld #STREAM #EdTech #ArtificialIntelligence

Can you support teachers in navigating AI without being a tech expert? #ELFellow David A. Tedone did just that in #Cambodia. 🤝 Grounded in global research and insights from the Specialist Master Class course, From Chalk to ChatGPT, David showed how Fellows can guide thoughtful innovation—no coding required. 🌏💬 At Svay Rieng University, he led a dynamic workshop to help English lecturers integrate AI into their teaching, focusing on clarity, collaboration, and confidence. 📚🤖 From lesson planning to pronunciation tools, the goal was practical, human-centered application. Want to shape the future of English teaching with purpose? The English Language Fellow Program empowers you to lead, learn, and make a real impact—one conversation at a time. Applications for the 2026-2027 academic year open in September! ✈️📍 #ExchangeOurWorld

This summer, Virtual Educators from across the U.S. and their international colleagues from around the world came together in Washington, D.C., for the Virtual Educator Impact Exchange Program, transforming months of virtual collaboration into in-person connection! The experience continued in San Antonio, Texas, where they explored emerging trends in educational technology at the ISTELive 25 conference. Over two weeks, participants engaged in professional and cultural exchange through workshops, institutional visits, and meaningful dialogue. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/essRqA4M #ELVirtualEducator #ExchangeOurWorld

In Fukuoka, #Japan, #ELSpecialists Shélynn Riel and Joe Voigts led joyful workshops as part of a Trilateral Teacher Training (TTT) program focused on student-centered methodologies and engaging instruction. The initiative is focused on strengthening partnerships between educators from the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea. For Voigts and Riel, the fun continued in the following weeks, as they brought their training materials to teachers in the Philippines. Don’t let your chance to make a global impact pass you by–applications are open now! elprograms.org #ExchangeOurWorld

#ELFellow Cassie DeFillipo recently led a professional development workshop for 35 employees of the UP Metro system in Lucknow, #India. The three-day training focused on enhancing both workplace and leadership communication skills, helping participants strengthen their ability to collaborate and lead effectively. “This experience reinforced for me the value of practical, context-specific language training in empowering professionals and supporting institutional growth.” - DeFillipo 🚇 Want to use your English teaching expertise to help others develop workforce skills abroad? The 2026-2027 English Language Fellow application opens in September! https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ebi8gpWd #ExchangeOurWorld #ELFellow

It was all about negotiation skills and elevator pitches in Virtual Educator Alexandra James’s English for Professional Purposes course for students in Burma. They took inspiration from the business reality series Shark Tank and honed their storytelling skills with an eye on advertising. The 2025-2026 Virtual English Language Educator Application is open! Don't miss this opportunity — apply today! https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/essRqA4M #ELVirtualEducator #ExchangeOurWorld

Across two universities in #Thailand, #ELSpecialist Jay Jordan led hands-on workshops in academic publishing, supporting scholars working in literature, health, business, and more. The workshops helped researchers strengthen their writing, engage critically with AI tools, and develop practical strategies for publishing in English. With ongoing collaboration and follow-up, the project is expanding access and impact for Thai-based research. “It was a privilege to assist these scholars by providing advice about strategies for writing and organizing literature reviews and research article discussion sections.” Learn more about the Specialist Program at elprograms.org. Applications are open! #ExchangeOurWorld

🔐 Mission: Escape! #ELFellow Emre Pshigusa led advanced EFL students from the Non-Commissioned Officer Academy in Szentendre, #Hungary, on an epic escape room adventure! 🗝️ Students used teamwork and English skills to crack codes in an ancient Egyptian-themed room. They celebrated their success over dinner with rich conversations about Circassian, Turkish, and Hungarian cuisine. Learn more about the English Language Fellow Program here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ebi8gpWd #ExchangeOurWorld #ELFellow

Dig this #Specialist project from #SaudiArabia! Drawing on her background in archaeology, Rebecca Miller spent a month designing English lessons tailored to the fieldwork of conservation staff at the Royal University at Al Ula. As the site of multiple kingdoms over the last 2,000 years, Al Ula provided the unique opportunity to teach English using on-site artifacts and items from the museum’s collections, making for an unforgettable experience. Ready to unearth your potential? Applications for English Language Fellow, Virtual Educator, and Specialist Programs are open now! elprograms.org #ExchangeOurWorld

Meet Alumni Ambassador Paula Wilder! In her featured story, Wilder describes how her adventures and achievements as an #ELSpecialist in Sri Lanka (2022) and Vietnam (2023) have enhanced her life. “As a Specialist, I met some amazing people who became my friends and helped me experience life in other cultures. From a professional standpoint, these experiences have helped me do a better job with curriculum development and with my interactions with current and potential international partner institutions and students.” Read Wilder’s story: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.pbit.ly/44y2VX7 #AlumniAmbassador #ELProgramsAlum