{"id":33311,"date":"2021-04-09T06:09:58","date_gmt":"2021-04-09T06:09:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/?p=33311"},"modified":"2023-12-27T08:01:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-27T08:01:00","slug":"differences-between-tefl-tesl-and-tesol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/differences-between-tefl-tesl-and-tesol\/","title":{"rendered":"Major Differences Between TEFL, TESL and TESOL"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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From its origins in Old Saxon to the spread through colonies through the trappings of empire, to becoming the lingua fracas of the whole world, the English language has come a long way indeed.<\/p>\n

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English is a West Germanic language, first spoken by Anglo Saxon invaders in Britain in the 5th century, to Old English in the 13th century, to Middle English in the Shakespearean period, to modern English today.<\/p>\n

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In middle-and-lower income countries with high incidents of poverty today, speaking English is seen as a step up the social ladder, an aspirational must-have for countless millions.<\/p>\n

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Thus, it is no surprise that the instruments through which English is propagated, the vast network of courses, teachers, night classes, etc are doing stupendously well in those parts of the world where English is not the first language.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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As such career prospects for teachers teaching English are sky high and those courses which teach trainers how to teach English are doing extremely well.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Starting to teach English is like entering a colorful tapestry of different certifications, each designed for specific language situations. At the forefront is TEFL, guiding those teaching English in non-English-speaking places. It helps educators navigate the art of teaching English as a foreign language, connecting different cultures through lessons.<\/p>\n

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Then there’s TESL, a whispered secret for English enthusiasts in places where English is spoken a lot. This certification focuses on teaching English as a second language in English-speaking countries. Teachers work with different accents, guiding non-native speakers through language challenges.<\/p>\n

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In the trio, TESOL is a versatile maestro blending TEFL and TESL. It teaches English to Speakers of Other Languages, catering to those straddling both worlds \u2013 foreign language instruction and teaching in English-speaking places.<\/p>\n

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TEFL, TESL, TESOL<\/a>\u00a0certify one to teach non-native English speakers English and offer the same level of qualification to teach English.<\/p>\n

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Qualifications for teachers in all three certifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Qualification requirements vary from country to country and among employers within the same country. Sometimes it is possible to teach without a degree or certificate. Some institutions require the candidate to be a native speaker of English with a MA in TESOL. A university degree in English language and literature can often be vital.<\/p>\n

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Other institutes consider proof of English proficiency, a university degree, and a basic teaching qualification to be sufficient. However, institutes are sometimes more concerned with the interpersonal skills of candidates than their qualifications. Acceptance to an institute often depends upon demands for teachers and the trainer’s previous teaching and life experiences.<\/p>\n

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Pay and Conditions Worldwide\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Pay depends greatly on education, training, experience, seniority, and expertise. Employment conditions vary among countries, depending upon the level of economic development. The Middle East is often cited as one of the highest paying countries for TEFL teachers. However, better qualifications are needed here \u2013 at least a CELTA certificate and two years of work experience.<\/p>\n

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Differences between TEFL, TESL, and TESOL<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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Now let\u2019s take a look at the definition and salient features and differences of TEFL, TESL, and TESOL<\/a> certifications in a comparison of the three in elaboration.<\/p>\n

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1. First Difference \u2013 Who is the Course for?<\/h3>\n

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