Introduction

The Philippine ESL Journal is a new, academic refereed publication which aims at providing on-line access to all those involved in the research, teaching and learning of EFL | ESL theories, methodologies and approaches.

Our international journal has the goal of accepting and promoting second language acquisition research with the emphasis on the Philippines. The study of SLA (within EFL zones) is now embracing new ideas, which are free of orthodoxy and challenge existing theories. The Philippines provides a valuable opportunity to test existing and past theories. In particular, we are establishing this journal in anticipation of the opening up of the Philippines to new variations in the English language as 10s of thousands of Asians flock the country to learn English in the unique one on one style found in language schools across the Philippines..

Topics we will be covering, interalia include:-

**English second language acquisition theory in side and ESL zone. EFL within and ESL zone
**The teaching of English in the Philippines
**The application of existing, developing and past language teaching methodologies to EFL | ESL learning.
** One on one teaching articles

We invite articles that are research-based and also address how SLA (EFL) is taught in various contexts. Additionally, new literature will be reviewed to keep our audience informed of advances in the field.

We invite you to contribute to The Philippine ESL Journal, access the site regularly and provide feedback on what you read. The Op-Ed page also gives you opportunity for immediate opportunity to have your opinion placed on-line

Senior Associate Editor
4th May 2008.