English Teaching Association in Israel - ETAI

Pre-registration for the ETAI National Summer Conference is now open!

Join us on July 1 at Nefesh B’Nefesh in Jerusalem for a day of professional learning and connecting with colleagues from across the country. Stay on at a special reduced rate for the Post Conference Institute on July 2 – a day of longer, in-depth workshops at the Pisga Center.

👥 Coming with colleagues? Group discounts are available – please contact the ETAI office for details.

📧 [email protected] | ☎️ 02-5001844

We look forward to seeing you there!

ETAI Summer Conference 2026 Jerusalem, July 1, 2026 (Post-Conference Institute – July 2, 2026) Click HERE to register

Members of our convening committee visited this week the Nefesh B’Nefesh Campus, overlooking the beautiful scenery of Jerusalem, where the ETAI National Summer Conference will take place on 1 July: https://www.nbn.org.il/jerusalem-aliyah-campus/

Have you saved the date yet? 🗓️

This is the hall where the plenaries and many of the day’s sessions will be held.

We’re looking forward to welcoming you there!

Summer ETAI 2026 - Final Reminder!

As we prepare for the ETAI National Summer Conference, we find ourselves at a fascinating crossroads in education. This year, we are excited to dive into a theme that gets to the very heart of what we do:
"Nurturing Human Intelligence – Interacting, Thinking, and Learning"

If you haven't submitted your proposal yet, please submit it before the deadline, this Thursday, May 14,

Consider sharing your expertise on topics such as:

- Cognitive Engagement: How we get students to move from passive receiving to active thinking.
- Social Learning: The power of human-to-human interaction in a digital age.
- The Learning Process: Creative ways to make the "mechanics" of learning visible and exciting.

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Submission deadline: May 14th
Proposal form: https://forms.gle/x6E49N91zPPUaWBU9
Conference date: Wednesday, July 1st

🎤 Ready to take the stage? The ETAI Call for Proposals is OPEN! 🎤
Every year, the ETAI National Summer Conference thrives because of teachers like you. We know you’re doing incredible work behind those classroom doors—why not share your insights with the best ELT community in the country?
Whether you're a seasoned presenter or a first-timer with a great idea, we want to see your proposal!
What are we looking for?
• Practical classroom activities that work.
• Insights into the cognitive and social skills that AI can't replace.
• Strategies for differentiation and inclusion.
• Research-based pedagogical shifts.
• ...or anything that gets students excited about English!
"Teaching is the greatest act of optimism." – Let's spread that optimism together this summer.
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⏳ Don't wait! Submit your proposal by Thursday May 14th.
🔗 Submit your proposal here: https://forms.gle/jfvoNpKkE5dKBrJu8

🧠 Theme Spotlight: Nurturing Human Intelligence 🧠
In an age of rapid technological change, the heart of the classroom remains the human connection. This year’s ETAI National Summer Conference theme is:
"Nurturing Human Intelligence – Interacting, Thinking, and Learning"
We are looking for presenters to explore how we can foster deep thinking, critical inquiry, and meaningful interaction in the English classroom.
Are you focusing on:
• Developing critical thinking skills in your students?
• Creating collaborative learning environments that spark real dialogue?
• The intersection of metacognition (thinking about thinking) and language acquisition?
• Balancing technology with authentic human interaction?
If you’ve found ways to help your students think more deeply and learn more effectively together, we want to hear your story!
"Intelligence is not just what you know, but how you interact with what you learn."
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Submit Your Proposal Today!
Join us this summer to lead the conversation on what makes our classrooms uniquely human.
📅 Submission Deadline: Thursday May 14th
🔗 Apply Here: https://forms.gle/jfvoNpKkE5dKBrJu8

A few more photos from our inspiring SIG Day at the MOFET Institute last week.

Thank you again to everyone who contributed to such engaging professional dialogue on Teacher Training & Development.

Some moments from the re-launch of ETAI's Teacher Training & Development SIG, taking place today at the MOFET Institute in Tel Aviv.

Inspiring speakers, engaging sessions and thoughtful professional dialogue – exactly what this new chapter of the TT&D SIG is about.

Last chance to register for the ETAI Teacher Training and Development SIG event!
When: February 18th, 11:00 - 15:00
Where: Mofet Institute, Tel Aviv
View the full program here and register now. www.etai.org.il/ttd

Last chance to register for the ETAI Teacher Training and Development SIG event!
When: February 18th, 11:00 - 15:00
Where: Mofet Institute, Tel Aviv
Be there to participate in the round table discussion led by Avraham Roos.
View the full program here and register now. www.etai.org.il/ttd
Teacher trainers - college and university instructors, counselors, inspectors and in-service training course instructors – this event is for you!
Come learn, share your knowledge, network and contribute to the re-launch of this special interest group in ETAI. See you there!

Teacher trainers - college and university instructors, counselors, inspectors and in-service training course instructors – this event is for you!
When: February 18th, 11:00 - 15:00
Where: Mofet Institute, Tel Aviv
Be there for the opening plenary session with Leah Doryoseph and stay til the end!
View the full program here and register now. www.etai.org.il/ttd
Come learn, share your knowledge, network and contribute to the re-launch of this special interest group in ETAI. See you there!