In this changing time, EFL teachers are confronted with different challenges. The competence and roles of them should appropriately respond to these challenges. EFL teachers are suggested to improve their self-growth, knowledge structure, teaching abilities. Meanwhile, governments, society and schools should also play a role in EFL teacher professional development.
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