Definition of ESOL
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) is an educational program used to teach English to people whose first language is not English.
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Who Takes ESOL?
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Both adults and children take ESOL courses. ESOL participants are usually recent immigrants who need to learn English quickly and efficiently. Most ESOL students, whether adults or children, have had less than three years of school in the United States.
Assessment
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ESOL classes are offered at various levels, so students take a placement test to determine their ability level in the English language.
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Concept
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The idea behind ESOL is not only to teach students how to read, write, listen and speak in English, but also to introduce them to the overall culture of living in the United States. ESOL course content teaches language skills, while also introducing a cultural concept or idea.
How Is ESOL Taught?
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ESOL is taught using various language learning methods, first based on whether the classes are for children or adults. This distinction allows teachers to focus on general educational content or on specific points of English language usage, such as English for business.
Differences Between ESOL, ESL, and EFL
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ESOL is the program that is used for students who come to the United States. Both English as a Second Language (ESL) and English as a Foreign Language (EFL) are typically taught in countries whose official language is not English. ESL teachers are usually native English speakers, while EFL teachers are not native speakers.
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