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Southern Cone TESOL Buenos Aires, Argentina July 13, 2007

The colloquium was very interesting, it gave the presidents and the audience an insight into what is happening in the Southern Cone, and obviously we share many common issues. Read more

TESOL affirms status and rights of teachers

Alexandria, Virginia (April 2007) – At its recent meeting, the Board of Directors of Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Inc. (TESOL), approved the association’s position on the status and rights of teachers worldwide. Citing the unique role education plays in human society, and the essential role teachers play in educational advancement, TESOL affirms that teaching should be regarded and respected as a profession. Moreover, TESOL supports a number of rights for all members of the teaching profession, including... Read more

TESOL declares position on English language learners with special education needs

Alexandria, Virginia (April 2007) – At its recent meeting, the Board of Directors of Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Inc. (TESOL), approved the association’s position on the identification of English language learners with special education needs. Noting the disproportionate representation of culturally and linguistically diverse students in special education, TESOL advocates that appropriate assessment, culturally responsive expertise and purposeful collaboration among educators, and clear communication with family members are essential in identifying English language learners with special education needs. Read more .

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