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TechniqueA specific tactic used to carry out a chosen
teaching method. |
TEFLTeaching English as a Foreign Language. Typically
geared toward learning the language for specific purposes such as business and
is learned by students living in non-English-speaking countries. |
TESLTeaching English as a Second Language. Typically
geared toward learning the language for everyday purposes and is learned by
students living in English-speaking countries. |
TESOLTeaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.
Refers to the field of professionals who teach English in a country where
English is the primary language. |
TOEFLTest of English as a Foreign Language. An
English proficiency test for non-native English language speakers wishing to
enroll in U.S. universities. |
Top-DownLanguage learning that starts with an
understanding of language before proceeding to break down complex concepts into
the most basic parts of language. |
TPRTotal Physical Response. A teaching technique
whereby a learner responds to language input with body motions: “Stand up,” “Sit
down,” “Put the pen on the table.” This technique was devised by James Asher. |