The 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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