Qualities of a Leader � � � Finding new activities/services that help fulfill the stated mission of the group. Reliable follow-up Analysis of problems & suggesting solutions Sufficient time / Good time management Spirit of volunteerism Effective communicator ³ ³ ³ Is a good listener Inspires others to listen Responds promply to email
D. Scott Enright TESOL Interest Section Service Award � Past Award Recipients (CALL-IS) ³ ³ ³ 2001 Deborah Healy 2006 Thomas N. Robb 2008 Claire Bradin Siskin 2010 Elizabeth Hanson Smith 2012 Christine Bauer-Ramazani 25% of all awards to date!
TESOL Interest Section Activities � Annual academic session Interest Section Council Intersection Colloquia IS Newsletter Booth in Exhibit Area � BUT… CALL-IS does MORE! � �
Why so many ‘leaders’? Thanks to the nature of its specialization More services are possible More ways for people to contribute � EV room layout � Special events room ³ ³ � EV events ³ ³ ³ � � � Developers’ Showcase Mobile Apps in Education Mini-Workshops Technology Fairs Proposal submissions Participation Certificates CALL for Newcomers EV Online EV Program book Large cohort of volunteers Partnership with IATEFL Webcasting events Advising TESOL International on tech matters