TESOLers for Social Responsibility, May 2026
Proposals Open for TESOL 2027 in Houston, Texas, US
Letter from the Chairs
Letter from the Editors
Three Sisters Soup in the Social Issues Classroom in Tanzania
Catherine Njau, TELTA (Tanzanian English Teachers’ Association), Marangu, Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
A simple meal sparks a powerful insight: what if classrooms worked like “Three Sisters Soup”? This story explores how blending languages, cultures, and life skills can create a more supportive and empowering learning environment.
Professional Development for English Teachers in Galápagos, Ecuador
Susan Huss-Lederman, PhD, TESOL International, Wisconsin, US
When you think of the Galápagos, you might picture wildlife and wonder—but what about classrooms? This story reveals how English teachers across the islands are blending language learning with sustainability to shape the next generation of environmental stewards.
Radical Self Preservation As Social Responsibility: Why Multilingual Educators Must Put Themselves First To Burn In, Not Burn Out
Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa, Ed.D TESOL International, Lovett, Florida, US
A burned-out educator cannot sustain justice. This article challenges TESOL professionals to rethink social responsibility by starting with protecting their own capacity to teach, advocate, and endure.
Social Responsibility and Literacy Mediation Activities
Stephen Daniel Brint, PhD TESOL Spain, Granada, Spain
How can teachers meaningfully bring social responsibility into the English classroom? This article explores how literary texts and CEFR-aligned mediation strategies can turn complex topics into engaging, student-centered learning experiences.