Search Results for The Impact Of Positive Motivation On An Esl Classroom
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Student motivation is very important when it comes to being a successful teacher. As teachers, our results are highly dependent on what we are able to teach our students and students are far more likely to succeed if they are motivated. Student motivation also far exceeds the bounds of just learning English and extends into the other subjects they study and even their daily lives. A well motivated student will be more disciplined, attentive and willing to participate than an unmotivated student. Having motivated students is great for teachers as it means you are able to do your job much more e...
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Teaching is one of the most challenging jobs you can have because there are so many different education facets. A teacher is not just supposed to impart knowledge to their students. It goes so far beyond that. The list of qualities of a great teacher is long because the responsibility of a teacher is excellent. A teacher impacts whether they want to or not, and it can change a student's life if they are a great one, for the better. However, if they are not a great teacher, they can negatively impact students for their future learning. There are several qualities to being a great teacher, and a...
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As someone who has experienced both sides of the spectrum, teacher and learner, I have had the opportunity to see different sides of a back-and-forth history. I have heard, "My teacher was horrible!", as well as, "I have a horrible group of students this year!".This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Evan J. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.My Personal ExperienceAfter years of seeing and listening, my experience has taught me that both the teacher and the student play equally significant roles in the outcome ...
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Our goal as EFL teachers is to get our students to learn to communicate through a second language; therefore we should try to make them want to learn it actively. For this, it is necessary to take into account several factors which affect the learning process, analyze how to better motivate students and encourage them towards positive attitudes in EFL competences; other students learning feedback, the classroom, the teachers, the English language and its culture.This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Vicror L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represen...
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As we all know, motivation is a core aspect of teaching and learning a language. Lack of motivation is perhaps the biggest obstacle that we face as students and teachers. If a student lacks motivation, he/she will not pay attention in the class or will simply find it boring. At the same time if a teacher lacks motivation to teach he/she will be unable to attract students attention and give them all they need. Let us be honest and say that intelligent students are those, who always eagerly attend class and enjoy the process. Here we need a highly motivated teacher who is willing help them. In...
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The main question here is that could outdoor activities impact English learners?.As learning is a dynamic action, everywhere could be a place for learning, such as classroom, garden, yard, bus, and subway. In other words, we do not have any limitation for learning as long as it is willing or interest in that. Historically, most of the classes were held in the classroom, and learners had to stay in the school and study there.Nowadays, everything has changed. Teachers, trainers, and linguistic scientists do not believe that the classes only should behold in the classroom or indoors. They als...
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Embarking on a TEFL course journey wasn't easy, filled with doubts and uncertainties. However, the desire for a fulfilling career and the inspiration from a former tutor led to the decision to pursue teaching English abroad. This personal account explores the motivations and reflections that shaped the decision.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this blog post are solely those of the author, an alumni of ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). They do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of ITTT. The content provided in this post is for informational purposes only...
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In this blog post, we will discuss some of the more common problems that can be associated with the teaching of Business English classes. They are some of the things that we need to be aware of as teachers about our learners.Watch the video about this topicFirstly we need to bear in mind that very often our students will have been working all day before they come to their English classes and so our students are going to be tired. We need to be aware of that and we need to take account of it within our lessons. It is unreasonable to expect full attention and engagement from our students u...
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How do you teach just one student using the communicative approach? Here we discuss how you can adapt to this particular teaching situation.Watch the video about this topicPositives and negativesThe category of teaching individuals is also known as teaching one-to-one and it forms a very large part of the ESL teaching market. Teaching one-to-one has some positive and negatives about it. Perhaps the main positive is that because you've only got that single student you're only ever working at one learner level so there's no chance of any mixed ability.With only one student perhaps the ma...
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"Parents are the ultimate role models for children. Every word movement and action affects " this opinion expressed by Bob Keeshan is supported by many people worldwide. Is this true? What are some of the roles they model? How do these roles impact their child's education? Henceforth let us take a look at some of the parents' education in the education of their children, then briefly look at some of the impact observed in students' attitude in an English class?Parents play many roles in education, and that role begins on the day of the child's birth (Although there are many studies out there...
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A language is a tool for people to communicate, so there must be some connections among different languages, include similarities and differences. If we can use their similarities properly and pay attention to differences, different languages can be interlinked. Therefore, the first language not only has a positive impact but also hurts second language acquisition. We call these effects language transfer. There are two kinds of language transfer, positive transfer, and negative transfer.This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tiffany C. Please note that this blog post mi...
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English teaching is an art form, and like any other art form, it requires dedication and perseverance. If we were to ask each student what makes a great English teacher, we would end up with a myriad of answers. I think one of the most important qualities that an English teacher should have is patience. We cannot build rapport with students in the absence of patience. Most would argue that a good command of the English language is the" it" factor when choosing the most suitable English teacher. In general, patience and flexibility are what helps a teacher build rapport with their students. Stu...
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In contemporary society, the undeniable role of music encompasses various aspects of entertainment and work. However, its impact extends even further, particularly within the realm of teaching and learning English. Beyond merely assisting educators, music also offers an effective tool for students to effortlessly enhance their English language skills. This essay delves into the multifaceted benefits that music brings to the process of learning English.Enhancing Learning and Memory Through MusicScientific studies consistently affirm the positive influence of music on learning and memory. By...
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Keeping all students motivated throughout class can be a difficult goal to achieve. As human individuality is growing in popularity and importance, most classrooms have children with varying hobbies and interests. Some classes might even have students of varying ages or cultural backgrounds. While keeping all students interested, engaged, and motivated throughout class may be difficult, three key ways can help make it much easier: having a positive, patient attitude; getting to know students, and appealing to a variety of interests.This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tre...
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In the ITTT course, I was able to learn about the many different roles a teacher may use to assist learners of English in the classroom. However, as more and more teachers are learning, a lot of the students ability to learn is based on factors external to the classroom. Some of these include positive relationships at home, extracurricular activities, time spent studying, explorative self-learning and so on. Nonetheless, teachers can affect the choices the students go on to make outside of the classroom. In this way, it is important to think about what type of role might be impactful from a ...
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Music has the power to enhance learning experiences. From evoking emotions to fostering connections and improving memory, incorporating music in the classroom brings numerous benefits.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this blog post are solely those of the author, an alumni of ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). They do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of ITTT. The content provided in this post is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as official endorsement or representation by ITTT.The Emotional Impact of MusicMusic has the ab...
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Learning a language begins with developing the receptive skills, either consciously or subconsciously, to get familiar with how the language is used and later for producing the language learned or observed. The sensory abilities include two modules: reading and listening. Of them, reading skills can have a wide variety of impacts not only on the individuals' overall language learning but also on the development of them as individuals.This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Md. Mahfujar R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions...
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Im writing this essay from the perspective of young learners (4-10years of age) and the role their parents play on their English learning journey.I have been an ESL teacher for nearly 10 years and Ive been teaching my private students in my private classroom for about 8 years. It has been an incredible journey.During this time that Ive been teaching, Ive learned many wonderful things about teaching ESL and I have spent much time analyzing and contemplating, trying to puzzle together a clear picture which aspects of the learning process breeds the most conclusive success. Ive come...
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It has been noted that the function of the brain is separated into two sides (hemispheres) commonly known as the left and right brain. What specific functions are included in the two sides of the brain and how did this information become incorporated into a mainstream ESL teaching methodology.Watch the video about this topicThis particular methodology is accredited to James Asher around 1965 and is called Total Physical Response (TPR). Asher looked at the way in which we learn our native language and he saw that most children, before they even went to school, have picked up a very large pe...
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At the beginning of the 20th century, a group of psychologists developed intelligence tests that measure intelligence and express it in numbers or the IQ score.However, 80 years later, a Harvard psychologist, Howard Gardner proposed that this is a narrow definition of intelligence and that there are 8 different types of intelligence. According to Gardner, intelligence has to do with the capacity for solving problems and setting products in a context or a naturalistic setting.This text will describe all 8 types of intelligence proposed by Gardner and set them in the classroom.Linguist...
