Call for Proposals

GloDAL 

International Conference on Applied Language Sciences (ALS-Methoken 2026)

May 15–16, 2026 · The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong · On‑site only

Conference Overview

The International Conference on Applied Language Sciences (ALS-Methoken 2026) will be held on May 15–16, 2026, at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong.

Organizers: 

English Department, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR

Global Digital Applied Linguistics Association (GloDAL)

Methodology SIG, Kansai Chapter, Language Education and Technology (LET), Japan

ALS 2026 brings together a global community to advance state-of-the-art approaches in applied language sciences. The conference foregrounds methodological innovation, transparent and reproducible research, and real-world impact across language education, assessment, translation, and language technology.

The conference promotes frontier dialogue and cross-sector collaboration across research, theory, methods, and practice. It highlights innovations in language technologies and artificial intelligence, language teaching and assessment, and global communication.

ALS 2026 welcomes global scholars, postgraduate students, educators, assessment professionals, and industry partners in applied linguistics and related fields.

Audiences: Global scholars, postgraduate students, educators, assessment professionals, and industry partners in applied linguistics and allied fields.

Plenary Speaker and Invited Colloquia Information

We have created an exciting program for the International Conference on Applied Language Sciences (ALS 2026), reflecting the wide range of research interests in applied linguistics.

Check out the plenary speakers and invited colloquia below:

Plenary Speakers

Invited Colloquia

Conference Themes and Topics

The conference welcomes the following topics, but not limited to:

• Innovation in language teaching and learning

• GenAI in language teaching and learning

• Foreign language teaching and practice

• SLA & Pedagogy: input/output & interaction, psycholinguistics, TBLT, strategies & motivation

• Assessment & Evaluation; instructional interventions & design‑based research

• Academic writing, feedback & revision (incl. AI‑assisted assessment)

• Technology-enhanced language learning

• Artificial intelligence in language research

• Bilingualism/Multilingualism & Pragmatics

• Global Englishes and communication

Presentation Formats

• Oral Presentation: 20‑minute talk + 5‑minute Q&A.

• Symposium / Roundtable: 60 minutes; 3–5 presenters; integrated proposal required.

Symposia should articulate a unifying theme and contribution.

Submission Guidelines

• Language: English.

• Abstract length: 200–300 words; include 3–5 keywords.

• Suggested structure: background & question, methods (data & analysis), main findings/expected contribution, keywords.

How to submit: Use the online form here forms.gle/S2mmtZi7MGXji7Qc6 

Review & Decisions

• Double‑anonymous peer review based on methodological rigor, innovation, theoretical/practical contribution, clarity, and research ethics.

• Decision types: oral, poster, etc. Notifications via email.

• Best Student Paper Award: certificate and honorarium.

Registration Fees

No registration fees will be charged for ALS‑2026.

Benefits

Engagement

• Engage with internationally renowned applied linguistics scholars.

Journal Recommendations for Outstanding Papers

• Reading in a Foreign Language (Scopus/ESCI Q1)

• International Journal of TESOL Studies (Scopus Q1)

• Digital Applied Linguistics

• Asian Journal of English Language Teaching

 Publish in our Conference special issue:

Applied Language Sciences (Conference Special Issue)

Important Dates

Abstract submission deadline: April 10, 2026

Notification of acceptance: April 2026

Conference dates: May 15–16, 2026

Venue & Travel
Venue
English Department, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong, Shatin, Hong Kong

Travel Tips
• Nearest airports: From HK Airport, take bus A41 or A46 to Shatin New Town Plaza.

Accommodation

We do not provide accommodation. Recommended hotels:
Alva Hotel by royal (帝逸酒店) walking distance 10 minutes, but not close to city center.
Regal Riverside Hotel (麗豪酒店) by bus 10 minutes, but close to city center.

Organizing Committees

Conference Chairs:

Mark Feng Teng, Macao Polytechnic University & Founding president of GloDAL

Anna Wing-bo Tso, Head of English Department, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong

Executive Organizing Members (in an alphabetical order)

Gavin Bui, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong

Amy Kong, The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong

Ken Urano, Hokkai-Gakuen University & Executive member of Methodology SIG, Kansai Chapter, Language Education and Technology (LET), Japan

Weilun Wong, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Junjie Gavin Wu, Macao Polytechnic University & Founding vice president of GloDAL

PhD Students Committees
• Amanda Can Zhang, Macao Polytechnic University, Macau SAR, China
• Allen Weili Xing, Macao Polytechnic University, Macau SAR, China

Contact & Updates
Email: alsrmconf2026@gmail.com