Are you curious about Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) but wondering how it actually plays out in a real classroom?

Or maybe you’re thinking about attending this year’s Second Language Research Forum (SLRF) in Montreal this October, but want to know what’s in it for classroom teachers?

We’ve got you covered.

Next week, we’re hosting a free pre-conference hangout with two brilliant researchers and educators: Matt Coss and Lara Bryfonski.

Register free here.

🎙️ Meet Your Hosts: Matt Coss & Lara Bryfonski

Dr. Lara Bryfonski is an Associate Professor of Linguistics at Georgetown University specializing in second language acquisition, Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT), and teacher education. Her work focuses on bridging research and classroom practice, with particular expertise in adapting TBLT to serve diverse learners, curriculum design, and task implementation. She is also co-author of The Art and Science of Language Teaching (Cambridge University Press).

Dr. Matt Coss is an applied linguist, teacher educator, and Assistant Professor at the University of Alabama. A former classroom language teacher, his work centres on the relationship between research and practice, focusing specifically on Task-Based Language Teaching, assessment, and language program evaluation. He is dedicated to helping language educators implement evidence-based, practical TBLT frameworks in real-world contexts.

Register free here

Of course, both Lara and Matt are proud members of the Teacher Talking Time podcast club!

What We’ll Cover:

• SLRF for Teachers: A preview of the most practical, teacher-friendly talks and sessions lined up for SLRF in Montreal this October.

• TBLT in Practice: Real-world insights on how to adapt Task-Based Language Teaching principles directly into your daily teaching context – without getting bogged down in jargon.

• Live Q&A: Bring your questions about TBLT, course design, and navigating academic conferences as a practitioner.

Whether you’re already planning to head to Montreal in October or just want some practical TBLT takeaways for your classes next week, this relaxed discussion is for you.

Can’t make it live? Register anyway, and we’ll send you the replay!

See you there,

Andrew & Leo

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