TELLSI

Teaching English Language and Literature Society of Iran (TELLSI)

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Teaching English Language and Literature Society of Iran (TELLSI)

Founded on March 28, 2004, TELLSI owes its inception to the vision and leadership of the late Dr. Seyed Ali Akbar Mirhasani, alongside a distinguished group of English language scholars. Its primary objectives include facilitating professional growth for English language educators and learners, elevating the quality of teaching and research, and reinforcing the role of English as a global language within Iran’s academic and educational landscape.

Activities of TELLSI

To fulfill its mission and objectives, the Teaching English Language and Literature Society of Iran (TELLSI) undertakes a diverse range of academic and professional activities aimed at advancing education, fostering research, and promoting collaboration in English language and literature studies. The following are key areas of TELLSI’s initiatives:

Through the promotion of innovative research, organization of academic events, and provision of diverse educational opportunities, TELLSI aims to cultivate a vibrant, intellectually stimulating environment that supports lifelong learning, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and the continuous enhancement of teaching and research practices.

Annual Conferences and Academic Events

TELLSI hosts annual national and international conferences, specialized workshops, and academic seminars. These events bring together professors, researchers, educators, and students from across Iran and the globe to share research findings, teaching innovations, and scholarly perspectives in English language education and literary studies.

Professional Development Workshops

TELLSI conducts both onsite and online workshops year-round, focusing on enhancing teaching competencies, integrating innovative educational technologies, and exploring advanced pedagogical approaches.

Scholarly Publications

TELLSI publishes the prestigious biannual journal Teaching English Language (TEL), available both digitally and in print. Indexed in the globally recognized Scopus database with a Q2 ranking, this journal serves as a significant platform for publishing scholarly research.

National and International Expansion

With a steadily expanding membership comprising students, professors, teachers, and researchers in English language education, literature, and translation studies, TELLSI has established itself as a prominent academic hub

Networking and Scientific Collaboration

TELLSI fosters academic networking by facilitating meaningful collaborations among faculty members, researchers, educators, and students from diverse academic backgrounds.

Educational Programs/Courses

The Teaching English Language and Literature Society of Iran (TELLSI) is dedicated to enhancing knowledge and professional skills in language teaching, research, and translation.

To achieve this, TELLSI offers a wide range of educational programs/courses tailored to meet the diverse needs of professors, researchers, teachers, and students. Below is an overview of its core training categories

Translation courses

Translation Courses Translation courses are offered to individuals interested in working in the fields of general, specialized, literary and legal translation. These courses include translation of specialized texts in the fields of law, business, medicine and literature. Topics covered: • Principles and foundations of translation • Oral translation • Written translation • Official and legal translation • Translation of literary and creative texts • Application of translation software and Computer Assisted Translation tools Features: • Practical training with real projects • Specialized workshops and professional translation simulations

Teacher training courses

Teacher Training Courses These courses are designed for individuals who are interested in teaching English or who are looking to improve their teaching skills. TELLSI teacher training courses are held in accordance with international standards. Main topics: Introduction to modern teaching methodologies Designing educational programs and classroom management Methods of assessing and measuring the progress of language learners Application of technology in language teaching International teacher training (CELTA, DELTA) Benefits: A valid certificate from the TELLSI Association Opportunity to work in reputable educational institutions

Research workshops

Research Method Workshops These workshops are dedicated to improving research knowledge and empowering researchers, students, and professors. The aim of these courses is to strengthen research skills, data analysis, and writing scientific articles. Research Method Workshop Topics: • Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods • Writing Scientific Articles and Dissertations • Data Analysis with Statistical Software (SPSS, NVivo) • Research in Teaching English Language and Literature • Techniques for Presenting Articles at International Conferences Benefits: • Opportunity to receive advice from prominent researchers • Access to reputable scientific resources By holding a variety of educational, training, translation, and research courses, TELLSI strives to provide a suitable environment for continuous learning and professional development of its members. These courses are held with the help of outstanding professors, up-to-date content, and international standards, and provide a unique opportunity for those interested in various fields of English language and literature. Join us and take a step towards your professional growth!

English language courses

English language courses (General English Courses) These courses strengthen students’ language skills in four main skills, including listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Educational content includes grammar, vocabulary, communication skills and reading comprehension lessons. Features: • Leveling from introductory to advanced • Special educational programs for preparing for international exams (IELTS, TOEFL) • Focusing on conversation, strengthening language skills and improving self-confidence in using the English language

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Researches and scientific projects

The association continuously supports and implements research projects in various fields of applied linguistics, English language teaching, English literature and translation studies.

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Join TELLSI – A Call for Collaboration

The Teaching English Language and Literature Society of Iran (TELLSI) cordially invites professors, researchers, educators, students, and professionals in English language and literary studies to collaborate and contribute to the advancement of education, research, and scholarly dialogue in this ever-evolving field.