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ELLME'25 International Conference
Thessaloniki, 19-20 September 2025

ELLME'25 Programme

CANCELLED presentation: The use of past tenses in narrative productions of L2 Italian children: A focus on aspect and tense, KARIN ZAMBONATI (19/9, 15:20)

A book exhibition by the publishing houses Hamilton House Publishers, Super Course Publishing, and DISIGMA Publishers will be available throughout the conference.

Conference Program Availability

Please note that the conference program will not be provided in printed form.

The full program will be available:

On the conference website
Via QR code access at the venue
On digital screens located outside the conference rooms

We encourage all participants to consult the program through these digital means.

Proceedings

The scientific work of the conference will be completed with two publications based on the conference presentations.

The first will be a volume of selected peer-reviewed papers published by DISIGMA Publications.

The second will be a thematic volume published by Mouton De Gruyter, following a more complex peer-review process and established selection criteria focusing on innovation, research quality, and significant contribution to the theme of the conference.

Speakers will be informed after the conference about the submission deadlines and the formatting guidelines for the full versions of their presentations for each publication.

Information for Speakers

Plenary talks

Each plenary talk will be scheduled for 60 minutes – this includes 50 minutes for presentation and 10 minutes for discussion.

Papers in regular and thematic sessions

Oral presentations will be allotted 15 minutes presentation time and 5 minutes discussion time.

Poster presentations should be set to A0 size or smaller. In particular, the requested size is 0.8m (Width) x 1.2m (Height). Suggested weight for A0 per square meter: 140gr for plotter paper; 175 gr for photographic paper. Poster adhesive strips will be provided by the organizers.

Workshops

Workshops will be allotted 1 hour including discussion time.

Social Programme

Important Notice

All transactions on site are cash ONLY.
We kindly ask that you come prepared.
Thank you for your understanding!

Dinner

Conference dinner at a central spot in the city (Registration is necessary. Accompanying persons are welcome to join us. Price: 40€ per person).

For those interested before dinner you can enjoy a walking tour offered by our volunteer students (roughly 30 minutes on foot at a relaxed pace). Walking along the centre of Thessaloniki from K.E.D.E.A. (AUTH) to the dinner venue offers a lively blend of history and city life — from the vibrant university campus and the iconic Rotonda, to the Roman Forum and the bustling cafes near Aristotelous Square, ending in the nightlife hub of Valaoritou. A journey through culture, ruins, and modern energy. The tour concludes at a local restaurant where we’ll enjoy genuine Greek flavors and authentic Mediterranean cuisine.

Landmarks Along the Route

Rotonda & Arch of Galerius – walk east from K.E.D.E.A., cross Egnatia Street toward these Roman monuments.
Roman Forum (Ancient Agora) – continue south along Dimitriou Gounari or Iasonidou St., then west on Olympou St.
Aristotelous Square – walk south via Agias Sofias St. toward the waterfront, passing many shops and cafes.
Optional detour for street art or local shops in surrounding alleys.
Valaoritou District – head northeast via Venizelou St. or Ionos Dragoumi St. to reach this lively dining and nightlife area.

You can register here. Please reserve your spots no later than Sunday, 7 September.

Day Trip to Afytos – Explore Tradition & Relax by the Sea!

(Registration is required. Accompanying persons are welcome to join)

Join us for a delightful day trip to Afytos, one of Halkidiki’s traditional seaside villages! Wander through cobbled streets lined with stone-built houses, take in breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea, and enjoy traditional Greek cuisine by the water. This is the perfect escape to experience authentic local culture and coastal beauty.

There will also be an opportunity to swim for those interested.

We will depart at 11:00 a.m. and return to Thessaloniki by 8:00 p.m.

Participation fee: €55 per person – includes transportation and lunch.