Dear TIRF Supporters & Trustees, One question that has kept me thinking a lot lately is “What does AI mean for English language education?” For me, the implications of AI extend beyond the university classroom. AI is fundamentally changing the landscape of English language education itself. The question is no
TIRF’s mid-year appeal provides an opportunity for our global community to invest in the Foundation’s mission of advancing English language education through research. This year, we’re focusing on a new way to give—one that creates a lasting impact while supporting one of TIRF’s most valued resources. Through our new Reference
TIRF successfully hosted the latest installment of its AI Show & Tell webinar series on August 12th, continuing the Foundation’s efforts to provide practical, accessible professional learning around artificial intelligence and English language education. More than 100 colleagues registered for the session, thereby demonstrating the desire for this type of
Editor’s note: “TIRF Perspectives” is a new publications activity from TIRF. It profiles recent research and developments in English Language Teaching (ELT) in a practical and accessible format. TIRF Perspectives is aimed at parents, teachers, school leaders, and all student advocates who want to review recent educational trends regarding AI
We are pleased to announce the 2026 TIRF Kathleen M. Bailey Teacher-Research Award recipients! The TIRF Bailey Award honors Dr. Kathleen M. Bailey, who served as TIRF’s President and Chair of the Board of Trustees for over a decade, from 2009 to 2022. The award is meant to recognize Dr.
