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We are delighted to share wonderful news with our community. Today, we learned that Dr. Gabriel Díaz Maggioli, who has recently joined our organization, has been elected President of the TESOL International Association in the United States. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Gabriel on this outstanding recognition of his lifelong commitment to teacher development and global ELT leadership. Gabriel’s election to this prestigious position is a tremendous honor not only for him, but for the greater TEFL/TESOL community worldwide. His leadership, vision, and unrelenting dedication to elevating the teaching profession make him a powerful role model for our partners and students around the globe. We could not be happier to have him as part of our growing family. Meet Gabriel Díaz Maggioli Gabriel is an internationally respected teacher, teacher educator, researcher, and author who has dedicated his career to helping educators develop their professional potential. As the Master Trainer of our 120-hour Initial Teacher Training Course, he fuses cutting-edge research with hands-on classroom practice, ensuring that educators not only study effective teaching – they experience it. He currently serves as: • Tenured Professor of Special Didactics (English) at Uruguay’s National Council for Teacher Education • Director of Postgraduate ELT Programs at Universidad ORT Uruguay With more than 30 published books and countless peer-reviewed articles, Gabriel is a leading authority on sociocultural approaches to teacher learning, professional identity development, and the creation of innovative pedagogical frameworks. His ENABLE model for teacher education and 6E framework for language teaching have influenced teacher-training programs worldwide and reshaped classroom practices across five continents. Gabriel has worked closely with ministries of education, universities, and teacher associations to design and implement large-scale education initiatives, bringing a uniquely international and culturally responsive perspective to his work. Beginning years ago as the first-ever Latinx President of IATEFL in its 65-year history, and now as the incoming President of TESOL U.S., Gabriel continues to champion excellence, equity, and collaboration in English language education. A Role Model for Educators Everywhere What makes Gabriel truly exceptional is his ability to connect with teachers at every stage of their journey. He combines academic rigor with a warm, practical approach that empowers educators to build confidence, refine their teaching craft, and create meaningful learning experiences for students. His work inspires professionalism, curiosity, and innovation-qualities we hold dear. We believe that his presence will significantly enrich our programs and help shape a new generation of impactful English language teachers. Looking Ahead We are incredibly proud to welcome Gabriel to our organization and celebrate this new milestone in his career. His vision and leadership will undoubtedly elevate the work we do and support our mission to provide world-class teacher education opportunities around the world. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Gabriel Díaz Maggioli, newly elected President of TESOL U.S., and in celebrating the exciting journey ahead. Welcome, Gabriel – we are honored to have you with us at iTTi.

Certificate vs Transcript: Understanding the Difference When we finish a course or certification, the certificate usually gets all the attention. It is the document we post, celebrate, and proudly show to others. But there is another document that many people overlook until they actually need it: the transcript. The transcript is the academic record of your training. It clearly shows what you studied, the topics you covered, how your performance was evaluated, and the total study hours you completed. In other words, while the certificate confirms that you finished the course, the transcript shows how you were prepared and what skills you developed along the way. This makes a real difference when you are applying for teaching positions. Employers, recruiters, and schools do not only want to know that you have a certificate. They want to understand what you actually learned. A transcript prevents misunderstandings, strengthens your credibility, and shows that your training was serious, structured, and academically valid. It translates your education into understandable and practical terms for those making hiring decisions. For those planning to work abroad, the importance becomes even greater. Many schools, agencies, universities, and visa offices request detailed proof of training. In these cases, the transcript is not just helpful, it is often required. Without it, your qualification may be questioned or incorrectly evaluated. This is why the best time to request your transcript is before someone asks for it. Having it ready means you are prepared for opportunities that can appear suddenly, such as a new job opening, a fast interview process, or an international application. The certificate marks the completion of your journey. The transcript shows your real capability. Do not forget to request your transcript. It is one of the most important documents in your teaching career, and it speaks for you when you are not in the room.