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Acronym Overload: The Difference Between TESOL, ESL, & TEFL

For teachers stepping into the world of English language instruction, the sea of acronyms can feel overwhelming. TESOL, ESL, TEFL—what do they all mean, and how do they differ? While…
Posted by tesol January 30, 2014
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