CALL for All: Designing Inclusive, Adaptive, and Engaging Language Learning

The 2026 Taiwan CALL & Glo-CALL Joint Conference brings researchers, educators, and practitioners together to explore pedagogy and practice in technology-enhanced language learning with a focus on inclusion, adaptation, and engagement. Participants will discuss state-of-the-art technology used to enhance language learning from theoretical and/or practical perspectives, with special attention to accessibility and equity.

The theme of this conference is “CALL for All: Designing Inclusive, Adaptive, and Engaging Language Learning,” focusing on how technology can be designed and implemented to serve diverse learners with varying needs, backgrounds, and abilities. We invite senior scholars, early-career researchers, and promising graduate students from both domestic and international backgrounds to share their insights on inclusive design principles, adaptive learning systems, and engagement strategies in language learning.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:

Inclusive Design and Accessibility:

• Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles in CALL
• Accessibility features for learners with disabilities
• Multi-modal learning interfaces and adaptive technologies
• Cultural responsiveness in language learning technology
• Digital equity and bridging the digital divide

Adaptive Learning Systems:

• Personalized learning pathways and content adaptation
• AI-driven learner modeling and recommendation systems
• Adaptive assessment and feedback mechanisms
• Learning analytics for individualized instruction
• Intelligent tutoring systems for diverse learners

Engagement and Motivation:

• Gamification strategies for inclusive learning environments
• Social learning platforms and community building
• Motivation and agency in technology-enhanced learning
• Collaborative learning tools and peer interaction
• Emotional AI and affective computing in language learning

Diverse Learner Populations:

• CALL for heritage language learners
• Technology solutions for refugee and immigrant populations
• Supporting neurodivergent learners in digital environments
• Age-inclusive design across lifespan learning
• Gender-sensitive approaches to language learning technology

Global Perspectives and Localization:

• Cross-cultural adaptation of learning technologies
• Indigenous language preservation and revitalization through technology
• Low-resource language support and development
• Global South perspectives on educational technology
• Decolonizing approaches to language learning technology

Research Methodologies:

• Inclusive research design and methodology
• Participatory design approaches with diverse communities
• Ethical considerations in CALL research
• Mixed-methods approaches to studying learner diversity
• Longitudinal studies on technology adoption and adaptation

Types of Submissions

The conference features three types of presentations:

• Oral Presentations: The presentations should report on original research related to CALL, with a focus on inclusion, adaptation, or engagement. The duration of a presentation is 20 minutes, including time for discussion.
• Poster Presentations: These presentations should contain clear visuals and information that are easy for attendees to read and that the presenters can elaborate on. Posters will remain on display throughout the two days of the conference; however, each poster presentation session will be for only one hour. Presenters should be present for the duration of their scheduled session.
• Technology Showcases: These sessions focus on hands-on demonstrations of inclusive and adaptive learning tools. Presentations are conducted in an informal setting, with all presenters showcasing simultaneously. Attendees may approach each presenter to discuss the technology individually. Each session lasts 1 hour.

Proposal Submissions

Submitted proposals are restricted to 300 words. The deadline for abstract submission is Nov. 30, 2025. Authors will receive reviewers’ comments by January 30, 2026. Abstracts should be submitted online in both MS Word and PDF formats. Please refer to the template below and the sample abstract as you prepare your abstract proposal. 

To accommodate as many researchers as possible, each author is only allowed to submit and present one proposal as the first presenter. In addition to that, an author may be listed as a co-presenter for up to three papers. Multiple submissions are allowed; the first presenter may only present one paper.  

Prior to submission, please read and follow the conference template carefully. Submissions must not have been published previously. All submissions will undergo double-blind peer review by members of the review committee. Reviews will evaluate originality, quality, and contributions to inclusive, adaptive, or engaging language learning.

Important Dates:

• Deadline for Abstract Submission: November 30, 2025
• Notification of Abstract Acceptance: January 30, 2026
• Deadline for Registration of all Presenters: February 15, 2026
• Release of a preliminary conference program: March 30, 2026
• Conference Dates: May 7-9, 2026