SSRScientific and Social Research2661-43322981-9946Bio-Byword Scientific Publishing Pty. Ltd.10.26689/ssr.v6i3.6380ArticleProfessional Development of College English Teachers from the Perspective of Self-Educationhttps://artdesignp.com/journal/SSR/6/3/10.26689/ssr.v6i3.6380XuDaoping2024632024-03-30The English proficiency of college students is correlated with the professional development of college teachers. Self-education is a fundamental element of the professional development of college English teachers. The article describes the connotation, characteristics, and significance of self-education for the professional development of teachers. Besides, it describes effective strategies for the professional development of college English teachers under the threshold of selfeducation.

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