ELT research in action : bringing together two communities of practice

Abstract

As a result of the interest in and enthusiasm for the first ELT Research in Action (ELTRIA) conference in 2017, we were sure that we had identified a key area of interest in the field of ELT. The success of the subsequent publication confirmed that impression, and we were delighted to build on this energy and success in the second edition (University of Barcelona, April 26-27, 2019). The ethos of ELTRIA is to share common experiences, interests and goals in our field. The range of topics covered in this publication are very different from those found in the 2018 edition, yet there is still something for everyone. As one review of the first edition points out, ‘the variety will appeal to both teachers and researchers, and there are sure to be a number that will speak to you’ (Reed, 2019). The publication is designed as a collection to dip into, rather than read from cover to cover. To help in that selection, this introduction aims to give the reader a brief overview of the chapters. We are sure you will find many topics that you identify with, which align with your interests, or simply pique your curiosity.