National Congress
61st ASOCOPI Annual and 7th International Conference
We invite you to participate in the ASOCOPI Annual Conference, taking place October 1–3, 2026 at Universidad Industrial de Santander in Bucaramanga, Colombia, in a blended format focused on innovation in English Language Teaching. 🌍📚✨.
Conference fees
Política de cancelación y devolución de dinero
Consulta acá la política de cancelación y devolución
En la sección "Consulte el servicio a pagar" NO diligenciar "categoría ni ciudad" . Solo escribir en el campo de empresa "ASOCOPI" .
You can also pay at Colpatria account 4792000638 or Caja Social savings account 24074653285 . Reference 1: 15723258 . Then attach the bank payment receipt in the "Become a member form" .
Dr. Veronico Tarrayo
University of Santo Tomas (UST), Manila, the Philippines
Veronico N. Tarrayo, Ph.D. is a full professor at the Department of English, Faculty of Arts and Letters, University of Santo Tomas (UST), Manila, the Philippines, and a researcher at the UST Research Center for Social Sciences and Education. With a deep passion for inclusivity, he champions gender equality in English language education, seeking to break down barriers and challenge traditional norms in the field. His work has been featured in various indexed journals, focusing on gender perspectives in English language teaching and teacher ideologies. He has held editorial roles in academic publications, including the Asian Journal of English Language Studies, Professional and Academic English, and the International Journal of TESOL Studies. Through his research and advocacy, he is committed to reshaping how language education embraces diversity.
Dr. Marjorie Campo Ringler
University of North Florida
Dr. Marjorie Campo Ringler is an experienced educational leader committed to building collaborative relationships that drive transformational change in educational settings. At East Carolina University, she developed innovative programs rooted in practical application, including a doctoral-level certificate in dual-language leadership. This initiative, a result of extensive collaboration with school districts, faculty, and community organizations, addresses the needs of multilingual learners. Passionate about actionable research, Dr. Campo Ringler has also led the statewide Multilingual Learner Education Initiative, working with university educator preparation programs and policy leaders across North Carolina to enhance leadership development for multilingual learner support
Dr. José Vicente Abad Olaya
Universidad Católica Luis Amigó
José Vicente Abad holds a master 's degree (Saint Mary 's University, USA) and a PhD (UPB, Colombia), both in education. With 20 years of experience as a language teacher and 15 as a teacher educator, Dr. Abad currently works as assistant professor for the English teaching programs at Universidad Católica Luis Amigó. His research focuses on teacher research training, academic literacies, and collective writing practices. Dr. Abad is a member of EILEX research group and of EscriLab writing center. Since 2017 he coordinates semillero FORMALE, a student research lab on language teacher education. Besides teaching and research, he loves singing
Dr. Astrid Núñez - Pardo
Universidad Externado de Colombia
Astrid Núñez-Pardo, an associate researcher in the Master’s Programme in Education at Universidad Externado de Colombia, holds a PhD in Education Sciences from Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia, an MA in Education from Universidad Externado de Colombia, and a Diploma in Linguistic Studies from the University of Essex -UK and in Child Rights Management from Lund University-Sweden. Her research interests comprise cultural, political, and knowledge hegemony in EFL textbooks, critical analysis of English textbooks and teacher generated materials, and critical interculturality. Recognised with the Claire de Silva Award and as a Pioneer Colombian Woman in the comprehension EFL materials from a critical decolonial perspective.
Dr. Isabel Tejada Sánchez
Universidad de Los Andes
Isabel Tejada Sánchez earned a double PhD in Language Sciences from Paris 8 University and in Linguistic Communication and Multilingual Mediation from Universitat Pompeu Fabra. As an educator and researcher, she leads reflective spaces on the integration of artificial intelligence from a human-centered perspective in education and holds a certification in Prompt Engineering. Her research interests include second language learning in educational contexts, growth mindset, interculturality, and playful pedagogies. She is currently an Associate Professor at the School of Education at Universidad de los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia.
S CHOOL TEACHER PLEANARY SPEAKER
David Alfonso Suaza Cardozo
David Suaza is pursuing a PhD. in Educational Sciences at Universidad del Tolima. He holds a B.A. in English Language Teaching and a M.A. in English Didactics from Universidad Surcolombiana. He has worked in different levels of education from primary, secondary and university in public and private institutions. He currently teaches in a rural school in Garzón-Huila and is a part-time teacher at Universidad Surcolombiana. His research interests comprise English Language Teaching, Multiliteracies, critical literacies and peace and conflict studies.
"¡Hola a todos! Estamos emocionados de anunciar nuestro 61 congreso nacional y 7 internacional . Nuestra misión es mejorar la enseñanza del inglés en Colombia, creando espacios para intercambiar ideas, experiencias y conocimientos. Juntos, podemos hacer una diferencia significativa. ¡Gracias por ser parte de este viaje educativo!"
The Intrax Teacher Program is a designated J-1 Visa Exchange Program that places qualified international educators in U.S. K-12 schools for up to five years. Our program promotes cultural exchange, professional growth, and global understanding by bringing experienced teachers from around the world into classrooms in the United States. Intrax supports teachers and host schools through the entire visa process, placement, and cultural adaptation. Teachers gain valuable U.S. teaching experience, while schools benefit from diverse perspectives and international best practices. Through meaningful cross-cultural learning, the Intrax Teacher Program enriches school communities and fosters a deeper appreciation of global cultures among students and staff.
BECOME A SPONSOR
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paquetes para patrocinadores
Know our conference venue, 2026
Hoteles ASOCOPI annual conference 2026, Bucaramanga
Hotel Dann Carlton
A 12 minutos en carro del evento
General proposals
STEPS IN SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL
Read all the instructions and guideline
Select the Type of Sessions
TYPE OF SESSIONS
In the conference program, each abstract will be labeled with the following descriptions so participants will know what they are signing up for in the Concurrent Sessions .
Sessions in which presenters focus on state-of-the-art of any of the event themes, theoretical reflections, or critical appraisal of theories or language teaching methodologies or approaches.
Each presentation is 30 minutes long and may have a maximum of three (3) presenters.
Report
Sessions in which presenters report on partial or final results of research studies. Each presentation lasts 35 minutes, leaving some minutes for questions and discussion.
Each presentation is 30 minutes long and may have a maximum of three (3) presenters.
Sessions in which presenters demonstrate and provide practical elements for language teaching and evaluation. Although the presentation of a solid theoretical background is expected, most of the session should be devoted to show practical applications of pedagogical strategies.
Each presentation is 40 minutes long and may have a maximum of three (3) presenters.
Experience
Sessions in which presenters share pedagogical applications of theories or language teaching approaches.
Each presentation is 40 minutes long and may have a maximum of three (3) presenters.
Sessions in which presenters introduce pedagogical materials, tests, language teaching approaches, work or study abroad opportunities, or offer any other type of service related to language teaching and learning.
Each presentation is 40 minutes long and may have a maximum of three (3) presenters.
Colloquium
All presenters are required to address one of the three conference themes, rather than delivering separate individual presentations. The session should include a period of time for each presenter to introduce his/her point of view on the subject, a period of time for interaction among the presenters and a final period of time for interaction between them and the audience.
Each session is 50 minutes long, followed by 10 minutes for questions and discussion, and may include between three (3) and five (5) presenters, one of whom should act as moderator.
Complete and submit the Proposal Form
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Políticas a tener en cuenta
⚠️Política de asesor para ponentes estudiantes
Formato de Certificación aquí aquí
Límite de Participación
Las ponencias aceptadas pueden tomar la forma de:
- Ponencia individual
- Ponencia con otro presentador
- Ponencia con otros dos presentadores
- Coloquio
Moderador(a) (en un panel, o coloquio) no cuenta como presentación
Política de cancelación de asistencia y devolución de dineros
Failure to do so, will set a precedent and be grounds for negating any forthcoming participation as a presenter. No certificate will be given to absentee presenters.
ONLY presenters who attend the conference receive a certificate .
Special call for school teachers
STEPS IN SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL
Read all the instructions and guideline
Complete and submit the Proposal Form
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We will inform you whether your proposal has been accepted.
PLENARY SPEECH
Every year ASOCOPI invites international and national academics to give a talk in front of all the attendees of the conference. This year, however, we want to invite two teachers from elementary or high schools to be plenary speakers. We will choose one teacher from a public school and one from a private school. These are instructions on the criteria and steps to send your presentation proposal:
Políticas a tener en cuenta
⚠️Límite de Participación
Formato de Certificación aquí aquí
Política de asesor profesor para ponentes estudiantes
- Ponencia individual
- Ponencia con otro presentador
- Ponencia con otros dos presentadores
- Coloquio
Moderador(a) (en un panel, o coloquio) no cuenta como presentación
Política de cancelación de asistencia y devolución de dineros
If for any reason a speaker is unable to present; please notify the cancellation in writing promptly to our email asocopicolombia@gmail.com
Failure to do so, will set a precedent and be grounds for negating any forthcoming participation as a presenter. No certificate will be given to absentee presenters. ONLY presenters who attend the conference receive a certificate .
