The networking opportunities, sharing ideas and a light coming on in people's eyes when they start thinking about the possibilities of integrating what they've learnt into their teaching.
Networking, meeting people I only know from their avatar-the opposite of a blind date?? and last but not least the fantastic energy generated by like-minded linguists when they get together...
Meeting people who have become friends though e-mails and web discussions. Was so inspired last year by Joe, Chris Fuller, Rachel' s enthusiasm that I need another fix....
Marie-France
networking, the energy and enthusiasm, the friendliness of everybody and acceptance of all tech abilities, the informal sat night meeting, Lisa's birthday...