Definitions:

EFL = English as a Foreign Language
ESL = English as a Second Language
ESOL = English for Speakers of Other Languages

TEFL = Teaching English as a Foreign Language
TESL = Teaching English as a Second Language
TESOL = Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

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Free ESL Books & Articles!

Help yourself help your English learners by downloading and/or read free ESL books and articles for teachers, students and schools. Free English-as-a-Second-Language resources available for Advanced, Intermediate and Elementary students.

Online Story Room!

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Free Reading & Writing Lessons for Students

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