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LSP IN TIMES OF CHANGE – international symposium at the Estonian Academy of Security Sciences

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An international symposium on the changing role of Languages for Specific Purposes education in contemporary society. It will focus on the impact of technological and societal change, the growing role of artificial intelligence, and innovations in teaching, assessment, and curriculum development. The programme includes keynote talks by Cédric Sarré and Jaanika Jaanits and will be held in a hybrid format.

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6 November 2026, Friday · 09:00–17:00 · From €30 · EN

Estonian Academy of Security Sciences, Kase tänav 61, 12012 Tallinn, Harju maakond ↗

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At the symposium, we will explore the evolving role of Languages for Specific Purposes (LSP) education in contemporary society and share experiences based on research and practice. The symposium will address the impact of technological and societal changes on LSP education, the growing role of artificial intelligence in professional and educational contexts, and innovations in teaching, assessment, and curriculum development.

The symposium will be held in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend either on-site or online. A participation link will be sent by email to online participants.

Keynote Speakers

Cédric Sarré, Professor of Applied Linguistics, Sorbonne University. As a member of various research teams, his focus is on the future pathways in language course development in online settings, the integration of technology in language learning and teaching, English for Specific Purposes and teacher education.

Jaanika Jaanits, Junior Research Fellow, University of Tartu. An anthropologist driven by the development of organisations and people, change management, and various aspects of learning, communities and engagement.

The detailed programme, including information about speakers and workshops, will be available on the symposium website from 24 August 2026.

Registration and payment of the participation fee will open on 24 August and close on 20 October.

Registration fees (including lunch and coffee breaks):

Standard participation:  30 EUR

Presenters (paper or workshop):  30 EUR

For further information, please contact:  keelekeskus@sisekaitse.ee

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