January 29, 2026
Dear friends, hello everyone:
The Taiwan Academy for Learning Disabilities (TALD) 2026 International Conference will be held on March 7, 2026, at National Kaohsiung Normal University (NKNU). This conference aims to provide a professional exchange platform to promote the exchange of ideas and the sharing of experiences among scholars, clinical professionals, and practitioners. The event includes two keynote speeches and one panel discussion, focusing on the latest research, clinical practice, and educational applications in the field of learning disabilities. It is hoped that through interdisciplinary dialogue, related professional development and policy planning can be further promoted.
Topic: The Intersection of Learning Disabilities and Language Disabilities
The following activities are planned for this seminar: Special lecture
Dr. UNO Akira, University of Tsukuba, Japan
Topic: Underlying Cognitive Deficiencies in Developmental Dyslexia and Developmental Language Disorders in Japanese-Speaking Children
Dr. Susan Galletly, Central Queensland University, Australia
Topic: Word formation, cognitive load, and literacy difficulties: Pathways to optimize literacy and learning
Special topic seminar
The theme of this panel discussion is "The Intersection of Learning Disabilities and Language Disabilities in the Fourth Edition Definition," which will explore the topic from different perspectives. The panel will be led by a moderator, featuring presentations by three speakers, and will include discussion and exchange among the participants. This seminar was moderated by Professor Hung Li-yu, the lead author of the fourth edition of the Taiwanese definition of learning disabilities. Professor Liu Hui-mei, the lead author of the definition of language disabilities, Assistant Professor Chiu Yi-ting, and Ms. Chan Hsiu-ching, a junior high school assessment and counseling teacher from Taipei City, were invited to discuss the relationship between learning disabilities and language disabilities from different perspectives, including definitions, research and clinical experience, assessment, and teaching guidance. They shared past experiences and anticipated problems and feasible directions based on the new definitions. Registration:
1. National Special Education Information Network >> Study System >> College Special Education Study Program 🔔Members : https://special.moe.gov.tw/menuLayout/study-info?id=602543 🔔Non -Members: https://special.moe.gov.tw/menuLayout/study-info?id=602545
2. If you are unable to register through the National Special Education Information Network, please help fill out the following form to complete the registration: https://forms.gle/PwEm5VZPgQvbQ12W6
Registration period: January 30, 2026 to February 28, 2026. Due to limited seating, please register in advance. Registration will close once all seats are filled.
Registration fee policy update: *ARWA 2026 registrants do not need to pay the registration fee again. If you have already paid, the association will refund it on the day of the event.
Ø Membership fee: 1000 yuan (i.e., annual membership fee)
Ø Non-members: 1500 yuan
Payment method:
ATM Transfer: Cooperative Bank Vault (Bank Code: 006) Account Number: 0947-717-342621
Payment can be made in person (members only; non-members please use ATM transfer).
*Non-member applicants should pay only after receiving the acceptance and payment notification to avoid incorrect payment.
*Due to limited on-site staff, please use ATM transfers whenever possible. Thank you for your understanding!
Notes:
² After the registration deadline, please check your email for confirmation of admission and payment notification, and complete the payment according to the payment information to complete the registration process.
²After payment, please send proof of remittance to taldadm@gmail.com . Our staff will give you a receipt upon check-in on the day of the event!
² If you require a certificate of completion for the workshop, please send an email to taldadm@gmail.com before March 5, 2026. Our staff will provide it to you upon registration on the day of the event!
