Last week,  TESOL professionals from around the world gathered at the 2012 TESOL convention to exchange ideas and information about English language teaching. The end of the convention should not signal the end of professional development, however. Continuing to build our skills and knowledge is an investment—in ourselves, our students, and our profession—that is worth pursuing year round. While busy schedules and shrinking budgets may make professional development seem unattainable, fortunately there are many resources for expanding your professional knowledge that require little time and no money. Here are a few of my favorites: Continue reading →