The 3rd International Conference on Language and Education
ICOLE 2026
Informing the Future: Trends and insights for a better Tomorrow
August 2026, Arau, Malaysia
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The 3rd International Conference on Language and Education (ICOLE 2026), organized by the Academy of Language Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Perlis, Arau, Malaysia, will be held online on Wednesday, 12 August 2026. The theme for this year's conference is 'Informing the Future: Trends and insights for a better Tomorrow'.
This conference provides the opportunity for language researchers, academics, language instructors, teachers and students to present their research findings, innovative ideas, and best practices in language learning and teaching. This conference also provides the avenue for networking and professional collaboration among the participants to take place.
Call for abstracts is now CLOSED.
Conference Registration
Conference Registration
MODE A
MODE A
A 15-minute Presentation with Extended Abstract published in the Book of Extended Abstracts (with ISBN).
Option 1 - Solo Presenter:
Student: RM200/person
Malaysian presenter: RM250/person
International presenter: USD65/person
Option 2 - Lead Presenter & ONE Co-presenter:
Students: RM350/pair
Malaysian presenters: RM440/pair
International presenters: USD115/pair
MODE B
MODE B
A 15-minute Presentation with Extended Abstract published in the Book of Extended Abstracts (with ISBN) and full paper published in a MyCite indexed journal.
Option 1 - Solo Presenter:
Student: RM350/person
Malaysian presenter: RM450/person
International presenter: USD115/person
Option 2 - Lead Presenter & ONE Co-presenter:
Students: RM500/pair
Malaysian presenters: RM700/pair
International presenters: USD180/pair
MODE C
MODE C
Listener
Student: RM30
Malaysian citizen: RM50
Non-Malaysian citizen: USD14
Important Dates
Important Dates
Call for Abstracts: Extended until 15 July 2026 [Submit Abstract] [Abstract Template]
Notice of Acceptance: 05 April -17 July 2026
Payment and Registration: Deadline: 20 July 2026 - for Mode A & B.
(Registration & Payment for Mode C is open until 6 August 2026).
Presenters are required to have their abstracts approved first before registering and making payments for the conference.
Presenters are required to include the reference number of their Letter of Acceptance (e.g. ICOLE2026/PP/101) in the Additional Notes section in the registration form.
Registration and Payment Link for Mode A, Mode B, and Mode C
Submission of Extended Abstract [Microsoft Document only] and Link to Video Presentation: NEW Deadline: 31 July 2026 [Submission Link] [Extended Abstract Template] [Wallpaper]
Submission of Full Paper [Microsoft Document or PDF file only]: Deadline: 31 August 2026 [Submission Link][Full Paper Template] [Wallpaper]
The 3rd International Conference on Language and Education: 12 August 2026
Procedures for Presenters
01. Submit abstract.
02. Receive Letter of Acceptance.
03. Register and Make Payments by 20 July for Mode A & B.
04. Submit extended abstract and provide link to video presentation by 31 July 2026.
05. Submit full paper (Mode B) by 31 August 2026.
* Language: English / Malay
** Malay abstract must be accompanied by an English version.
*** Templates for abstract, extended abstract, and full paper are provided.
Conference Streams
Conference Streams
First/Second/Third/Foreign language pedagogy, language and technology, language assessment and evaluation, language planning, language policy, creative practices in language teaching and learning, online language teaching and learning, gamification of language learning, self-regulated language learning, identity and language learning, linguistics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, literature, translation, language education, innovative models of teaching, progressive learning technology, virtual education, MOOCs, professional development, teacher development, language research, language acquisition, emotion, motivation, and autonomy in language learning and teaching, teaching listening, teaching speaking, teaching reading, teaching writing, teaching grammar, teaching vocabulary, teaching literature, teaching young learners, English for Academic Purposes (EAP), English for Specific Purposes (ESP), English for Occupational Purposes (EOP), English for Science and Technology (EST), curriculum design, materials development, instructed L2 learning, TBL, TBLT, phonetics and phonology, syntax and semantics, corpus linguistics, psychology of language learning and teaching, CALL, MALL, AI in language teaching and learning, intercultural communication, individual differences in SLA, culture and subculture in L2 learning, learning styles and strategies, multiple intelligences, and brain based learning.
Conference Program
Conference Program
Wednesday, 12 August, 2026
Online
845am - Arrival of delegates
900am - Opening ceremony
- Keynote Speech I
- Keynote Speech II
1015am - Break
1030am - Parallel Session I
1130pm - Parallel Session II
1230pm - Lunch break
200pm - Parallel Session III
300pm - Parallel Session IV
400pm - Closing ceremony
Conference Organizing Committee
(in alphabetical order)
Conference Organizing Committee
(in alphabetical order)
Abdul Basir Awang
Adi Afzal Ahmad
Afifah Azmi
Anis Maesin
Anis Mardhiah
Chee Sie Ching
Fadhlina Che Arshad
Huzaifah A. Hamid
Kasmawati Zakaria
Majdah Chulan
Nazira Osman
Nazrin Afif Abu Suffian
Nor Shahira Ismail
Nur Asiah Syafikah Mohamad Sazali
Nur Fairuz Wahida Ibrahim
Nur Syazwani Halim
Raisa Rastom
Contact Information
Contact Information
Address:
ICOLE 2026 Secretariat
The Academy of Language Studies
Universiti Teknologi MARA Perlis Branch
Arau Campus
02600 Arau, Perlis,
MALAYSIA
Contact person: Adi Afzal Ahmad (Mr.)
Tel: 04-9882354
E-mail: adi_afzal@uitm.edu.my
Website: https://sites.google.com/uitm.edu.my/icole
University: https://uitm.edu.my/en/
Campus: https://perlis.uitm.edu.my
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