Tennessee Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages











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TN TESOL is an affiliate of the international professional organization of
teachers of ESL and
EFL, TESOL, Inc. TN TESOL also belongs to the Southeastern Regional
Association of TESOL
affiliates, which includes the following affiliate organizations:
Alabama-Mississippi TESOL, Carolina
TESOL, Florida TESOL, Georgia TESOL, Kentucky TESOL, Louisiana TESOL,
Sunshine State
TESOL, and Arkansas TESOL.

    TESOL's mission is to develop the expertise of its members and others
involved in teaching
English to speakers of other languages to help them foster effective
communication in diverse
settings while respecting individuals' language rights. To this end:

      TESOL articulates and advances standards for professional preparation
and employment,
      continuing education, and student programs.
      TESOL links groups worldwide to enhance communication among language
specialists.
      TESOL produces high-quality programs, services, and products.
      TESOL promotes advocacy to further the profession.