CALL FOR PAPERS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE “AI as a Catalyst for English Language Education”

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Call for Papers

International Conference “AI as a Catalyst for English Language Education”

The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recent years has been bringing positive and profound impacts on English language education. These impacts are particularly evident in areas such as corpus linguistics, assessment and testing, and the application of AI Chatbots and text processing tools in supporting English teaching and learning. Concurrently, Vietnam has hosted numerous national and international conferences focusing on AI, predominantly examining it as a societal phenomenon that necessitates the English education system to develop appropriate pedagogical approaches and policies.

To offer a more pragmatic perspective on AI’s influence on English language education in Vietnam and assess its practical applications as a catalyst for English language education advancement, the University of Languages and International Studies – Vietnam National University, Hanoi is hosting an international academic conference entitled “AI as a Catalyst for English Language Education (ACELE). This conference is part of the National Conference series “Research and Teaching in Foreign Languages, Linguistics and International Studies UNiC 2025“.

The Organizing Committee extends a cordial invitation to domestic and international researchers, educators, graduate and undergraduate students, and other interested parties to participate in this scholarly event.

  1. Date and time: Saturday, April 26, 2025

Morning Session: 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Afternoon Session: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM

  1. Conference Format

A hybrid event featuring:

  • On-site participation at the University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Hanoi
  • Virtual attendance via Zoom Webinar platform
  1. Conference Themes

The conference welcomes submissions exploring AI applications and innovative practices in English language education, encompassing but not limited to:

  • Technology in English Language Education
  • Innovative Pedagogical Approaches
  • Assessment Strategies and Materials Development
  • Research, Training and Practice in Translation and Interpretation
  • Applied Linguistics Research
  • Specialized English Language Teaching
  • Teacher Training and Professional Development
  1. Languages
  • Paper submission: Accepted in either Vietnamese or English
  • Presentation: English exclusively
  1. Participants
  • Domestic and international scholars in linguistics and language studies
  • Faculty members from universities, colleges, and academies, educational institutions
  • Language teachers from all levels of general education
  • Educational administrators across all levels
  • Graduate and undergraduate students
  • Interested individuals.
  1. Submission Guidelines

6.1. Abstract Submission

  • Requirements:
  • Bilingual abstracts (English and Vietnamese versions)
  • Maximum 250 words per version
  • 3-5 keywords
  • Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
  • Presentation format for accepted papers:
  • 20-minute oral presentation in English (including Q&A)
  • Alternative option: 15-minute pre-recorded video presentation if unable to attend in person
  • Publication:
  • Accepted papers will appear in the conference’s digital proceedings

6.2. Full Paper Submission

  • Requirements:
  • Bilingual abstracts (English and Vietnamese versions)
  • Maximum 250 words per version
  • 3-5 keywords
  • Complete manuscript following provided guidelines (See Appendix 2)
  • References in APA 7th edition format
  • Format: Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx)
  • Presentation format for accepted papers:
  • 20-minute oral presentation in English (including Q&A)
  • Alternative option: 15-minute pre-recorded video presentation if unable to attend in person
  • Publication:
  • Accepted papers will be published in the printed conference proceedings with ISBN from VNU Press

Important Considerations:

  • Author participation is limited to two papers maximum (as either primary author or co-author)
  • In the event of insufficient full papers for a dedicated proceedings volume, accepted papers will be incorporated into the UNC 2025 conference proceedings.
  • Select papers of exceptional quality may be recommended for publication in the VNU Journal of Foreign Studies (accredited by the State Council of Professorship, carrying 1 academic point)

7. Important Dates

  • Abstract/Full Paper Submission: December 15, 2024 – March 15, 2025
  • Acceptance Notification: March 20-31, 2025
  • Presentation Revision: April 1-10, 2025
  • Digital Proceedings Release: April 25, 2024
  • Publication of Full Proceedings and an issue of VNU Journal of Foreign Studies with Selected Papers: To be announced following publication permit issuance

8. Registration and Submission

All participants should complete their registration and paper submission through our online platform:  https://forms.gle/RkmmrVW6TCXAgavs6

9. Conference Fees

  • Conference Attendance: Free
  • Presentation with Abstract Publication: Free
  • Presentation with Full Paper Publication:
  • ULIS-VNU Staff: Free
  • External Participants: 1,000,000 VND per submission (includes review fee for full paper and abstract)
  • Printed Proceedings: Pricing details pending publication permit.

Payment Details:

Account Name: University of Languages and International Studies, VNU
Account Number: 2155595995
Bank: BIDV (Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam)
Branch: Cau Giay, Hanoi

Important Note: Authors must retain proof of payment and send it to UNC@ulis.vnu.edu.vn immediately after paper submission. The Organizing Committee will only process submissions with confirmed payment of review fees.

For Further Information: Please contact the Conference Organizing Committee

Faculty of English Language Teacher Education – Room 210, Building A5, University of Languages and International Studies, VNU – No1 Pham Van Dong Street, Cau Giay, Hanoi

Email: khoasuphamtienganh.dhnn@gmail.com

This announcement is available on the ULIS-VNU website at https://ulis.vnu.edu.vn

The Organizing Committee cordially invites language educators across all educational levels, university faculty and pedagogical specialists, educational administrators and managers, educational institutions and enterprises, language learner communities, human resource recruiters, publishers; and interested scholars.

We look forward to your valuable participation and contribution to this significant academic event.

Best regards,

Lam Quang Dong

ULIS Vice President

APPENDIX 1

FORMATTING GUIDELINES FOR ABSTRACTS

UNC2025 DIGITAL PROCEEDINGS

*Use Times New Roman font throughout the document

TITLE IN VIETNAMESE

(Font size: 14, uppercase, bold, single spacing, center alignment)

Author’s Name¹

(in Vietnamese, size 12, bold, right aligned, with superscript 1 linking to footer)

Abstract: in Vietnamese, maximum 250 words, size 12, justified alignment 

Keywords: 3-5 words/phrases, size 12

TITLE IN ENGLISH

(Font size: 14, uppercase, bold, single spacing, center alignment)

Abstract: in English, maximum 250 words, size 12, justified alignment 

Keywords: 3-5 words/phrases, size 12

Main content: size 12, justified alignment.

____________________________

¹Institutional affiliation (in Vietnamese, size 10) 

Tel: (contact author’s phone number) 

Email: (contact author’s email) 

This research is supported by… (specify funding source/project if applicable)

 

APPENDIX 2

FORMATTING GUIDELINES FOR FULL PAPERS

UNC2025 CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

*Use Times New Roman font throughout

TITLE IN VIETNAMESE

(Font size: 14, uppercase, bold, single spacing, center alignment)

Author’s Name(s) (size 13) * 

Institutional affiliation in English and Vietnamese (size 10, italics) 

Institutional address in English and Vietnamese (size 10, italics)

Abstract: in Vietnamese, maximum 250 words, size 12, justified alignment 

Keywords: 3-5 words/phrases, size 12

TITLE IN ENGLISH

(Font size: 14, uppercase, bold, single spacing, center alignment)

Abstract: in English, maximum 250 words, size 12, justified alignment 

Keywords: 3-5 words/phrases, size 12

Main Content Structure: 

(Length: 8-12 A4 pages, font size 13, line spacing 1.15)

  1. Introduction
  2. Objectives
  3. Theoretical Framework

3.1…. 

3.2. … 

  1. Research Methodology

4.1. …

4.2. … 

  1. Research Findings
  2. Discussion
  3. Conclusions and Recommendations

      Acknowledgments (if applicable) 

Example: 

“This research was funded by VNU University of Languages and International Studies (VNU-ULIS) in the project No. …”

References 

Appendices (if applicable)

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