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Humanizing English Language Education in the Age of AI: Transformative Learning, Ethics, and Teacher Agency
Hosted by
Asosiasi Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris (APSPBI)
Welcome to the International Conference & Annual Business Meeting 2026, a two-day academic and strategic forum that brings together scholars, educators, researchers, academic leaders, and stakeholders in English Language Education. This conference responds to the growing influence of generative AI on English language teaching and learning by foregrounding human-centred pedagogy, ethical responsibility, transformative learning, and teacher agency.
ICON-ABM 2026
Humanizing AI Integration
teacher agency & professional identity
Transforming learning & critical ai use
ethics & academic integrity
assessment in the ai era
digital & ai literacy
Voices Shaping the Conversation
Eight distinguished scholars and policy leaders from six countries will open the floor at ICON-ABM 2026, bringing perspectives from ministry policy, applied linguistics, and classroom practice.
01
Prof. Dr. Fauzan, M.Pd
Vice Minister of Higher Education, Science, and Technology
Indonesia
02
Dr. Ummi Khaerati Syam, M.Pd
President of APSPBI
Indonesia
03
Dr. Angela Farrell
University of Limerick
Ireland
04
Prof. Ahmed Bashir, M.A. TESOL
Dhaka University
Bangladesh
05
Dr. Esther Tong, BA, MA, DipEd, Ed.D
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hong Kong
06
Dr. Noni Agustina, M.Pd
Esa Unggul University
Indonesia
07
Prof. Francis M. Hult, Ph.D
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
United States
08
Prof. Sandra Kaneko Marques, Ph.D
São Paulo University
BrazilSpeaker line-up is confirmed at the time of publication. Session assignments will be announced in the final conference programme.
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Conference Highlights
CONFERENCE OVERVIEW
International Conference & Annual Business Meeting (ICON-ABM) 2026 is an international academic forum organized by APSPBI in collaboration with Jakarta-Banten APSPBI Regional, DKI Jakarta. The conference is designed to bring together academics, practitioners, and educational stakeholders to respond to the changing landscape of English Language Education in the era of generative AI. Co-hosted by Esa Unggul University, Universitas Muhammadiyah Jakarta, Universitas Kritsten Indonesia Jakarta, Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. HAMKA, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa.
THEME
Humanizing English Language Education in the Age of AI: Transformative Learning, Ethics, and Teacher Agency.
CONFERENCE RATIONALE
The rapid development of generative AI has directly affected the field of English Language Education because its core capabilities are language-based. AI can generate text, revise drafts, summarize information, translate content, and support language-related tasks that were once central to students’ learning processes. This creates both opportunities and serious pedagogical challenges for teachers, institutions, and students.
In higher education, the use of AI tools such as ChatGPT is already expanding across multiple roles and purposes. However, responsible integration requires more than technical training. It requires clear governance, ethical awareness, strong pedagogical design, and the active role of educators in ensuring that learning remains meaningful, fair, reflective, and human-centred.
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES
This conference aims to strengthen the framework of Humanizing ELT in the AI Era by grounding discussion in transformative learning and teacher agency. It seeks to ensure that the integration of generative AI does not stop at tool adoption, but leads to meaningful changes in how English is taught, learned, and assessed.
The conference also aims to generate practical and policy-oriented outcomes, especially in relation to task design, fair and AI-resilient assessment, academic integrity, and institutional responses to responsible AI use. In addition, it serves as a platform for research collaboration, publication networking, and collective decision-making through APSPBI’s Association Business Meeting.
In higher education, the use of AI tools such as ChatGPT is already expanding across multiple roles and purposes. However, responsible integration requires more than technical training. It requires clear governance, ethical awareness, strong pedagogical design, and the active role of educators in ensuring that learning remains meaningful, fair, reflective, and human-centred.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
The conference is intended for lecturers and researchers in English Language Education, EFL teachers, heads of study programs, postgraduate students, quality assurance personnel, and curriculum developers who are involved in academic policy, program development, and teaching practice.
Annual Business Meeting (ABM) Highlights: Securing the Future of Your Study Program's Accreditation
Facing the increasingly dynamic challenges of accreditation, the Association of English Education Study Programs (APSPBI) proudly presents the most strategic session at the Annual Business Meeting (ABM) 2026 in Jakarta.
Program Overview
International Conference
+ Annual Business Meeting
Welcome to the cornerstone event of the year for English language educators, researchers, and academic leaders. In 2026, we proudly present a dynamic dual-event designed to foster global collaboration and shape the future of English language education: the International Conference and the Annual Business Meeting (ABM).
Why You Should Attend
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Discover innovative approaches to teaching and research.
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Collaborate with national and international institutions.
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Shape the future policies of English education in Indonesia.
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Grow your professional and academic network.
Day 1 - International Conference
Step into a world of academic excellence. Our conference features a distinguished lineup of international experts, insightful panel discussions, and paper presentations focusing on the future of language learning, curriculum development, and digital integration. It is an unparalleled opportunity to expand your academic horizons and publish your latest research.
*this schedule is tentative
Day 2 - Annual Business Meeting
institutional delegates will convene to shape the future of our association, focusing on quality assurance, domestic and international cooperation, and strategic policy-making for the years ahead.
*this schedule is tentative
Registration & Investment
Join us at the 2026 International Conference and Annual Business Meeting. We offer tiered registration categories to accommodate our diverse community of educators, researchers, and institutional leaders. Secure your spot early to take advantage of our discounted rates!
Payment Guidelines
Select Participation Category: Indicate your appropriate participation type.
Remit Payment: Transfer the requisite registration fee to the designated bank account below:
Bank: BRI (Bank Rakyat Indonesia)
Account Number: 022501002323567
Account Beneficiary: Asosiasi Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris (Important Note for Mobile Banking Users: Due to character limitations on certain mobile banking applications, the beneficiary name may appear truncated as “Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris” (omitting the word “Asosiasi”). Please proceed with the transaction, as this remains the correct account).
Verify Payment: Upon completion of the transfer, validate your transaction by submitting the payment confirmation form via the following link: https://forms.gle/jzJsbVj6UxRy25uo8
Paper Submission (For Presenters Only): Prospective presenters must submit their abstracts and full manuscripts through the official submission portal: https://journal.apspbi.or.id/index.php/ICON-ABM2026/icon2026. (Note: Account registration on the portal is mandatory prior to submission).
Inquiries: For further information or technical assistance, kindly contact:
Ariana | Phone/WhatsApp: +62 823-4343-2060
- Admission to all keynote, plenary, and parallel sessions.
- Conference kit
- Lunch
- 2x Coffee Break
- Certificate of participation
- Certificate of presenter
- Official conference merchandise and nametag
- Opportunity for paper publication in our affiliated journals (additional publication fees may apply).
- FREE paper publication in the internationally indexed APSPBI Conference Proceedings. All published papers will be equipped with a DOI, registered with an ISBN/ISSN, and published as Open Access on the official APSPBI publication website.
- Admission to all keynote, plenary, and parallel sessions
- Conference kit
- Lunch
- 2x Coffee break
- Certificate of Participation
- Certificate of Presenter
- Official conference merchandise and nametag
- Opportunity for paper publication in our affiliated journals (additional publication fees may apply)
- FREE paper publication in the internationally indexed APSPBI Conference Proceedings. All published papers will be equipped with a DOI, registered with an ISBN/ISSN, and published as Open Access on the official APSPBI publication website.
- Admission to all keynote, plenary, and parallel sessions
- Conference kit
- Lunch
- 2x Coffee break
- Certificate of Participation
- Official conference merchandise and nametag
- Admission to all keynote, plenary, and parallel sessions
- Conference kit
- Lunch
- 2x Coffee break
- Certificate of Participation
- Official conference merchandise and nametag
- Admission to all keynote, plenary, and parallel sessions
- Conference kit
- Lunch
- 2x Coffee break
- Certificate of Participation
- Certificate of Presenter
- Official conference merchandise and nametag
- Opportunity for paper publication in our affiliated journals (additional publication fees may apply)
- FREE paper publication in the internationally indexed APSPBI Conference Proceedings. All published papers will be equipped with a DOI, registered with an ISBN/ISSN, and published as Open Access on the official APSPBI publication website.
- Admission to all keynote, plenary, and parallel sessions
- Conference kit
- Lunch
- 2x Coffee break
- Certificate of Participation
- Official conference merchandise and nametag
- Expert-Led Sessions on Curriculum & Accreditation
- Voting Rights & Policy Shaping
- Institutional Networking & MoU Opportunities
- Access to Executive Reports
- Active Global Participation
- National Delegation Recognition
- SISTER Platform Integration
- Comprehensive Documentation
- Certificate of Participation
- Admission to all keynote, plenary, and parallel sessions
- Conference kit
- Lunch
- 2x Coffee break
- Certificate of Participation
- Certificate of Presenter
- Official conference merchandise and nametag
- Opportunity for paper publication in our affiliated journals (additional publication fees may apply)
- FREE paper publication in the internationally indexed APSPBI Conference Proceedings. All published papers will be equipped with a DOI, registered with an ISBN/ISSN, and published as Open Access on the official APSPBI publication website.
- Expert-Led Sessions on Curriculum & Accreditation
- Institutional Networking & MoU Opportunities
- Access to Executive Reports
- Admission to all keynote, plenary, and parallel sessions
- Conference kit
- Lunch
- 2x Coffee break
- Certificate of Participation
- Official conference merchandise and nametag
- Expert-Led Sessions on Curriculum & Accreditation
- Institutional Networking & MoU Opportunities
- Access to Executive Reports
- National & International Recognition
- E-Certificate of Presentation.
- Virtual photo documentation (screenshots) of your presentation session.
- Digital login/attendance records.
- Digital copies of official meeting minutes and plenary evidence.
- Free & Indexed Publication
- Maximum Citation Potential
- Cost & Time Effective
- Flexible Engagement
- Access to Expert Policy Discussions
- Outstanding CV Builder
- SKPI Integration
- Comprehensive Proof of Participation
- Fulfill Degree Requirements
- Professional Academic Track Record
- International Exposure
- Access to Cutting-Edge Knowledge
- Highly Cost-Effective
- Flexible Scheduling
- E-Certificate of Presentation
- Free & Indexed Publication
Get in touch with us: Contact & Support Have questions about the submission process, registration, or accommodation? Our organizing committee is here to help!
Exclusive Benefits for 2026 International Conference & ABM Attendees
Premium Delegate Experience
Exclusive Delegate Kit: Receive an official ABM conference kit, specialized merchandise, and comprehensive meeting materials.
Premium Networking Meals: Access to networking lunches and coffee breaks specifically designed to foster high-level conversations among academic leaders.
Exclusive Benefits for Online Presenters (Undergraduate & Master Students)
Building your academic portfolio, fulfilling graduation requirements, and gaining international experience without the high costs
