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TEFL Abbreviations And Acronyms Explained

You might have heard a lot of people talking about TEFL but do you know exactly what it means? As in every field, there are lots of abbreviations and acronyms used in teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) that…

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If you’re considering doing a TEFL course, you might be a little overwhelmed by the hundreds of TEFL course providers out there. There are literally thousands of TEFL course providers…

7 Things To Consider When Choosing A TEFL Course

18th March 2021

People have a lot of questions about teaching English as a Foreign Language. In fact, there are a few questions we get asked again and again. And again. A few…

How Can I Teach English Abroad Without Speaking The Local Language?

15th March 2021

Considering teaching English as a foreign language online? Welcome to the future! The next question you're probably wondering is: what do I need to teach English online? Teaching English online…

What Do I Need To Teach English Online?

10th March 2021

Teaching English as a foreign language is a popular job for many reasons. But there are a few outcomes of a TEFL life you might not know about. First of…

7 Unexpected Outcomes Of A TEFL Life

5th March 2021

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