The question posed above is arguably the one we at TESOL TEFL COUNCIL (TTC) get asked the most. The use of these (and other) acronyms can be puzzling, especially as they are frequently interchanged. Both of these terms essentially refer to the practice of teaching English to non-English speakers. The list consists of below definitions that should clarify their meanings:
This is an acronym that stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. TESOL certification typically leads to teaching English to non-native speakers who are living in an English speaking country.This is where nonnative English speakers are taught English in a country where it is the native language (for example, teaching immigrants to the UK/USA/Australia etc).
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Teaching English as a Foreign Language When English is taught in a place where it is not the local language, this term is most commonly used (for example teaching English to Chinese people in China).
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This course is prepared by TESOL/TEFL Council to help aspiring minds with an interest in teaching English as a second language and to the speakers of other languages. The courses will provide you peace of mind knowing that you are capable of planning lessons, implementing skills, and applying your knowledge of the course material at your work.
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