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TEFL Vs. TESOL: Making the Informed Decision

English has been recognized the world over as one of the standard business languages. Thus, it is not surprising that English is the most studied language world over. Students need teachers, who in turn, should have the training to fulfill the educational requirements of learners from varied backgrounds.

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TEFL Vs. TESOL: Making the Informed Decision

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  1. TEFL VS TESOL: MAKING THE INFORMED DECISION HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION

  2. ENGLISH: HISTORY OF A LANGUAGE HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION • English as a language was born in the fifth Century. • Through the ages, it changed from Old English to Middle English. • It was standardized in the 16th Century with the start of the printing industry. • With the industrial revolution and colonial expansion, new words were created, and many foreign words were assimilated to create today’s’ modern English.

  3. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION HOW SIMPLIFIED IS ENGLISH? • English is spoken by around 20% of the world population, approximately 1.5 billion people, which including native and non-native speakers. • Most of this considerable number of people are non-native speakers • Around a mere 360 million can claim English as their mother tongue.

  4. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION Why an English Learning Program? • English has been recognized the world over as one of the standard business languages. • English is the most studied language world over. • Students need teachers, who in turn, should have the training to fulfill the educational requirements of learners from varied backgrounds.

  5. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION • This calls for a well-established system of teaching program which is accepted in all corners. • TEFL, TESOL, and TESL are English teacher training courses. • As a trainee teacher, the first step of comparison is TEFL vs. TESOL vs. TESL.

  6. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION • TEFL VS TESOL VS TESL: UNDERSTANDING THE CERTIFICATIONS

  7. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION TEFL – TEACHING ENGLISH AS A FOREIGN LANGUAGE • TEFL is the acronym for teaching English as a foreign language. • TEFL course prepare prospective teachers to teach English to students living in non-English speaking countries. • It will successfully bridge the language barrier in a class of non-English students in their home country.  • TEFL programs are widely accepted in non-English countries around the globe.

  8. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION TESOL – TEACHING ENGLISH TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES • TESOL is a more recent addition to this list of certifications, combining elements of both TEFL and TESL. • It stands for teaching English to speakers of other languages. • The curriculum has a broader aspect, drawing on aspects of both TESL and TEFL. • It ensures teachers can switch effortlessly between teaching in native and non-native speaking classrooms.

  9. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION TESL – TEACHING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE • TESL stands for teaching English as a second language. • TEFL certification is designed for teachers who plan to teach the language skills to foreigners living in a native- English speaking country. • TESL certification is desirable for teachers intending to work in countries like the United Kingdon, Canada, the United States of America, Australia, etc.

  10. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION TEFL Vs. TESOL

  11. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE? • TEFL and TESOL are the most common certificates required for teaching abroad or even within the country. • The common link between these two is the completion of each will create a compelling and knowledgeable educator. • Each is designed to cater to a different segment of learners.

  12. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION COURSE FOCUS • TEFL is aimed to teach English in a country where English is not a predominant language. • A TEFL course online will train on how to reach out to students who have little or no chance for practice at home. • It may also have modules that are specific to teaching abroad, maybe with a particular focus on teaching destinations and resume writing.

  13. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION • TESOL aims at teaching English as an additional language to those who live in a country that speaks primarily English • A TESOL course will focus on teaching English to non-natives and made modules on strategies useful in EFL and (English as Foreign Language) and ESL (English as Second Language) classes. • Thus, in comparing TESOL Vs. TEFL, the purpose and aim have a great deal of importance.

  14. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION THE IDEAL CANDIDATE • Passion for the language and transferring the same to others is an inherent element for becoming a teacher. • After affirmation for one of these courses, exploration of the ideal institution is the next step. • There are a host of organizations that offer either single or both the certifications.

  15. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION • A TEFL Certificate is ideal for individuals from all walks of life who are keen travelers and want to see countries where English is not the first language, especially. • Many times, these would be young people who are new professionals and are starting their professional journey before settling down. • A TESOL Certificate is for people who want to teach English to non-natives in English speaking countries.

  16. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION WHAT ARE THE PROSPECTS? • TEFL qualification is the most renowned teaching certification in non-native English speaking countries around the globe, especially courses from reputed institutions or universities. • A TEFL certification is relevant when applying for several different types of teaching jobs, including teaching in schools, institutes, ESL Jobs, entry-level licensed teaching positions, experienced licensed teaching positions, and even administrative roles.

  17. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION • Completing an accredited TESOL certification online may become the best thing for anyone unsure about future career plans. • For teachers who are flexible to teach abroad as well as teaching English at home, TESOL could be a good start. • TEFL has the advantage of being more established and accepted all over the world. While TESOL certificate holders are more competitive in the domestic market as well as being popular with membership organizations and universities.

  18. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION TRAINING APPROACH • Most of the TEFL related jobs are abroad in non-anglophone countries. • The teachers are trained differently to handle a class of international students. • During TEFL training, modules will be dedicated to learning to manage a classroom of students learning English as a second language in a place where English is not commonly spoken.

  19. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION • The teachers’ training focuses on grammar, work-related vocabulary, and pronunciation. • TESOL is designed for those tutors who wish to work with foreigners settling in an English speaking country. • In short, the TEFLvs. TESOL certification distinction has to be consideredcarefullytochoose the right path.

  20. HENRY HARVIN EDUCATION TEFL VS TESOL CERTIFICATIONS, WHICH IS A BETTER CHOICE? • It is entirely dependent on the final aim of the individual. • TESOL is for domestic teaching while TEFL is for teaching abroad. • Both these programs that allow you to successfully impart English knowledge for academic purposes and communication needed in everyday situations.

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