In conjunction with our Global Partners, including the University of Sussex and Birkbeck, University of London, we invite you to submit your abstract to the European Conference on Language Learning 2018 and join us in Brighton, UK. IAFOR > ECLL The European Conference on Language Learning 2018 Beach Huts (2008) by Jim Haldane. Image copyright © Jim Haldane "Surviving and Thriving: Education in Times of Change" In 2017, IAFOR education conferences in Asia, Europe, the Middle East and North America brought together delegates from around the world to consider the theme of “Educating for Change” from a variety of different perspectives and approaches, taking full advantage of the international make-up of the attendees and the huge diversity of experiences. A recurring theme throughout the conferences was the reference to the future, be it immediate or longer term, as being uncertain; the natural resilience and optimism was counterbalanced by both apprehension; with hope also came fear. In this period of great global political and economic instability, rising inequality and social unrest, the role of education within society has never been more important, but never more vulnerable. This brings us to our conference theme for 2018, which references these inherent vulnerabilities in both educational systems and the individual students and teachers, as well as the necessary resilience needed to not only survive, but also thrive. How do we teachers, administrators and policymakers adopt and adapt to change outside our control? How do we nurture and encourage positive change, through the excitement of the imagination, innovation and creativity? How can technologies be better used to help us teach, and to help students learn? How do we sustain and manage change? How can we react positively to negative change? How can we, our institutions and our students survive and thrive in these times of change? The European Conference on Language Learning 2018 (ECLL2018) will be held alongside The European Conference on Education 2018 (ECE2018). Registration for either conference will allow delegates to attend sessions in the other. In conjunction with our Global Partners, including the University of Sussex and Birkbeck, University of London, we look forward to extending you a warm welcome in 2018. Venue & Location: The Jurys Inn Brighton Waterfront, Brighton, UK Dates: Friday, June 29, 2018 ​to Sunday, July 01, 2018 Conference Theme: "Surviving and Thriving: Education in Times of Change" Early Bird Abstract Submission Deadline: February 15, 2018* Final Abstract Submission Deadline: April 16, 2018 Registration Deadline for Presenters: May 16, 2018 *Submit early to take advantage of the discounted registration rates. Learn more about our registration options.