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Thu, 15 Oct 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 7 Steps to ESL Classroom Gamification Games are great tools to motivate students and encourage them to learn things informally. However, ESL classroom games must have a purpose and support the learning process and not distract from it. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Set a Clear Goal 2. Divide the Goal into Simpler Steps 3. Choose a Cool Game Format 4. Personalize the Game 5. Create Motivation Badges 6. Design a Leaderboard 7. Consider Various Approaches to the Game Are you ready to learn new teaching skills? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In this blog post, our ITTT TEFL expert shares seven steps to...  [Read more]

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Effective Steps of a Teacher to Motivate their Students Motivation is perceived to be one of the key factors of any success story we know of today. It implies hope and a desire to act upon a task that may not look so appealing to us, on the contrary, motivation is usually needed when we face challenges. Whether it's trying to climb a career ladder, get rid of bad unhealthy habits or even force yourself to go to the gym a certain amount of times per week. All these activities require a tremendous level of motivation and the desire to act upon it in the first place. Table of Contents Learning Process Features The Essence of Inner Motivation Students' Potential Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 7 Effective Ways to Teach New Vocabulary Teaching new words should be organized as a vivid way for better understanding and a higher level of remembering. These activities are easy to implement with any group of students. They are also very adaptable to online teaching format. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Picture it 2. Keep it Real 3. Tell it Like it is 4. Sing it Outloud 5. Introduce Couples 6. Get Physical 7. The Root of the Issue Do you want to teach English online or abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Listen to this blog post: 1. Picture it The easiest way to introduce new vocabulary is to show students colorful pictures. You can use...  [Read more]

Tue, 29 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary 7 Steps to Paying Off Your Student Loans While Teaching English Abroad Have you just graduated or are about to graduate college and face a massive amount of student loans? You are not on your own. In the United States alone, the national student debt totals over $1.4 trillion this year. This number means that the average graduate in the US owes $17,126 and this number is rising year after year. When you are this much in debt, you can't possibly think about moving abroad - or can you? Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Step 1: Get a TEFL Certificate Step 2: Find a Teaching Position Abroad Step 3: Start Your Adventure and Make a Budget Plan Step 4: Stick to Your Budget... But Also Have Fun! Step 5: Send Money Back Home Step 6:...  [Read more]

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 7 Principles of Effective ESL Classroom Management Try picturing this: students running around their desks, paper airplanes flying everywhere, and students yelling loudly, giving you a migraine. Does this sound familiar? It's a teacher's worst nightmare - an out-of-control classroom. Table of Contents 1. Lay Down The Rules 2. Build Rapport With Your Students 3. Be Prepared 4. Offer Your Students Praise 5. Give Incentives To Students To Do Their Best 6. Keep Your Temper In Check 7. Act As An Ideal Model Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate VICTOR...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Suggestions on How to Improve Your Self-Esteem as a Teacher | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on improving teacher's confidence. How New Technology Can be Used in TEFL Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how new technologies can be used in the classroom. 6 Pros Why Games Are Effective Teaching Tools in the Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta...  [Read more]

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas 7 Simple but Effective EFL Activities with Post-it Notes Listen to this blog post: Post-it notes are a great tool to incorporate into your English lessons and make them more fun for your students. Here are 7 simple but effective EFL activities with post-it notes your students will love! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. And The Answer Is… 2. Sentence Explosion 3. Content Review 4. Prefixes and Suffixes 5. Alphabetical Order 6. Becoming Experts 7. Student News Which is your favorite teaching activity? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! 1. And The Answer Is… This is a very creative activity to get your students' creative juices flowing. Prepare several post-it...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles The Value of Encouragement in EFL Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why is it necessary to encourage students in the ESL classroom? Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion and experiences on this point. Sources and Significance of Motivation in Second Language Learning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Motivating students is extremely important in terms of teaching EFL students. Our TEFL graduate shares their experiences and explains how to approach to it. 7 Effective Ways to Teach...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles The Importance and Application of Created Materials in ESL Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by a recent ITTT TEFL graduate who considers the problem of ESL teaching materials. ✅ Read this article to find out how to create and implement teaching materials in TEFL teaching. 7 Principles of Effective ESL Classroom Management | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written...  [Read more]

TEFL Review For In-class Prague Course   Jenny is from the United States and found the training in Prague to be very effective. She enjoyed working with the trainers and received helpful assistance throughout her stay. Her favorite part of the course was learning the different types of teaching methods and how to be effective with each. The teaching practice was challenging but helpful in finding her own teaching style. She enjoyed Prague and cannot wait to start a teaching position in the Czech Republic or other parts of Europe. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences 11 Steps to Teaching Confidence in the ESL Classroom The teacher with no experience or little experience can face issues like fear of teaching, lack of confidence, or empowerment. This can happen to the experienced teacher as well, especially in the situations of changing jobs, type of the group, institution, or topics he/she is accustomed to teaching. Table of Contents To gain more confidence during your lessons there are few tips and words of advice to bear in mind: 1. The teacher is the center of the lesson. 2. Work on your special 'teacher's' voice and intonation. 3. Find an online or offline course about developing effective presentation skills. 4. Be prepared for the lesson as much as you can, try to organize your material....  [Read more]

Giving Effective Feedback to ESL Students   ESL Feedback: Giving feedback is an essential skill for ESL teachers to master. Appropriate feedback on students' work can motivate, inspire, and establish rapport. Come to this live stream and get valuable tips from our TEFL expert Liza. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

How to Hold Effective Demo Lessons for your TEFL Interview   In this live stream, you'll find out what a demo lesson is and what to expect. a learn what kind of scenarios and materials you might receive and how to prepare for your demo. #BestTEFL #TEFLcourse #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Opportunities in China For TEFL Teachers Date posted:2017-04-12 | Writer: Vinston International English | Email: [email protected] Vinston International English boasts 7 English training schools in Changsha, Hunan, China and has occasional opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. With 26 foreign teachers from all over the English-speaking world, we pride ourselves in creating a professional and fun environment for both teachers and students alike. WE OFFER: Salaries of between RMB 11,000 – RMB 15,000 per month (depending on experience and hours), flight reimbursements, airport pick-ups, medical insurance, paid vacation, signing bonuses, great working environments and constant support during the visa application process. WE REQUIRE: Teachers with a sense of adventure from native...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles Top 5 Icebreakers for New TEFL Teachers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas These top 5 icebreakers for new TEFL teachers are ideal for every classroom setting and all levels of students. Get your students thinking and talking in English to start your lesson in an effective way! Step-By-Step Guide to Legally Teaching English in Japan | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information Japan is an exciting location with prospering career opportunities in English language teaching for many around the world. Here's our step-by-step guide to...  [Read more]

How to Create Effective Intro Videos for Teaching   In this live session, we'll talk about the TEFL introduction video; why you could be asked to record an introduction video along with what TEFL employers are looking for. By the end of this session, you'll know exactly how to set up and shoot your intro video and what to say to get you hired. #BestTEFL #TEFLcourse #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Rediscovering Confidence: Overcoming Student-Teacher Conflicts Teachers are also human beings. Losing our temper in front of students can happen, but it's important to remember that everyone makes mistakes. I have lost my temper once at the very beginning of my teaching experience. It had been an embarrassing and regretful memory that negatively affected my teaching for quite a long time. I lost my confidence in managing the class and doubted if I could become a good teacher. However, as I love children and education, I have been trying to regain my confidence and be more professional. Table of Contents Steps to Recovery: Rebuilding Confidence After a Temper Outburst 1. Reflection and Acknowledgment 2....  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Several Ways to Implement Popular Songs in the Young ESL Classroom Songs are very popular in classes for young learners. Children need frequent changes in activities to stimulate their curiosity. Songs are fun and offer a nice way to warm up students and spend out their high-level energy. But songs are likewise an effective way to teach new vocabularies and sentences, improve speaking fluency and develop students' artistic abilities. Often teachers make use of videos downloaded at YouTube or another online platform, but they can also reproduce songs in a micro-system or even sing or play the song with a guitar or another instrument. Table of Contents Planning according to goals and objectives Approach to teaching Pre-teaching...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles How to Build Strong Reading Skills from Early Childhood | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching reading skills. ✅ Is it the parents' responsibility or depends on children? Learn more here. How to Teach EFL Kindergarten | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and experience on teaching EFL kindergarten...  [Read more]

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 10 Tips to Help Your Students Follow Directions When Teaching English Abroad Giving directions as a teacher to non-native English speakers in an EFL classroom often requires a set of techniques to ensure the students truly understand the directions and can follow them how you want them to. The following 10 tips to help your students follow directions when teaching English abroad work for students of all ages and levels but are especially useful for English learners of young ages or low levels. Table of Contents 1. Ask for Their Attention 2. Minimize Distractions 3. Speak Quietly 4. Break Down Instructions 5. Number Your Directions 6. Be Precise 7. Wait Before Repeating 8. Don't Ask "Do You Understand?" 9. Rephrase Questions 10. Use...  [Read more]

TEFL in Incheon, Korea Date posted:2006-03-07 | Writer: WORKnPLAY Corp | Email: [email protected]   Incheon Public School Position Description   Incheon Public School is looking for English Teachers to teach classes ranging from Elementary to high school level, starting in April. Benefits include furnished accommodation and paid airfare.     1) Salary:1.8 ~ 2.3 mil Korean won (depends on the qualifications) 2)Single housing 3) 300, 000 won settlement pay 4) 100% severance pay 5) A round trip airfare 6)April 1st start 7)2 weeks (calendar day) paid vacation in summer and winter 8) 50% medical insurance, 100% industrial insurance, National pension plan 9) Working Schedule: 9:00am~5:00pm(Elementary School), 8:30am~4:30pm(Middle and High School) 10) Class hours...  [Read more]

TEFL in Incheon, Korea Date posted:2006-03-07 | Writer: WORKnPLAY Corp | Email: [email protected]   Incheon Public School Position Description   Incheon Public School is looking for English Teachers to teach classes ranging from Elementary to high school level, starting in April. Benefits include furnished accommodation and paid airfare.     1) Salary:1.8 ~ 2.3 mil Korean won (depends on the qualifications) 2)Single housing 3) 300, 000 won settlement pay 4) 100% severance pay 5) A round trip airfare 6)April 1st start 7)2 weeks (calendar day) paid vacation in summer and winter 8) 50% medical insurance, 100% industrial insurance, National pension plan 9) Working Schedule: 9:00am~5:00pm(Elementary School), 8:30am~4:30pm(Middle and High School) 10) Class hours...  [Read more]

Mon, 18 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Why ESA is Still the Most Effective Methodology in the English Language Classroom Throughout my ITTT TEFL course a specific teaching concept persisted, entitled "ESA". This methodology has been proven over several years to be effective in teaching English to students in the classroom. A precursor to this concept was "PPP" (Presentation, Practice, Production) which has been used by many teachers, though it lacks in engaging the students resulting in a less successful environment. Jeremy Harmer noticed this and in turn put forth a new and improved model, labeled "ESA", consisting of three steps; Engage, Study, and Activate. This methodology has continued to remain relevant to this day through its flexible and fluid approach to teaching...  [Read more]

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 6 Important Steps to Getting a Teaching Job Many people are unaware quite how accessible a career teaching English as a foreign language is while others are simply not aware that it is even possible to live and work abroad in almost any country in the world. Not only is possible but it is relatively easy to achieve in a short period of time. By following the six steps outlined here, you could be working abroad as an EFL teacher before you know it. Table of Contents Step 1 - Research where you want to teach Step 2 – Earn your TEFL certificate Step 3 – Apply for jobs Step 4 – Attend a job interview Step 5 – Check the fine print Step 6 – Settle in to your new home and get ready to teach Listen to this blog...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained 5 Steps to Work on Your ESL Teaching Career Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their personal experience of ESL teaching career development. ✅ You will learn about five ways how to become a better ESL teacher and enhance your career. 5 Benefits of Sharing a 17sq-meter Apartment in Tokyo on the JET Program Maddy Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences If you're heading to Japan on the JET Program, be prepared for the fact that you could potentially be living in a very small space! But don't fear, there are so many benefits to living in a small space and honestly, you get used to it very quickly. It's just all part of living in the biggest city...  [Read more]

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Foster Motivation in the Classroom A motivated student is a student who is eager to learn, and that means they are much more likely to absorb and retain what they are being taught than if they were disengaged or disinterested. This is why it is so important for teachers to foster motivation in the classroom and engage their students to be open to learning before the start of each lesson. Table of Contents Methods Plan Considering Students' Age ESA Challenge Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lindsay G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Methods There are many different...  [Read more]

ESL teaching positions South Korea Date posted:2024-03-05 | Writer: GLOII Job Consulting | Email: [email protected] Embark on a life-changing adventure as a proactive and passionate English/TEFL/ESL teacher in South Korea! Our prestigious private English school is seeking dedicated educators like you to join our team in Seoul and various major cities in South Korea. Our English school stands as a symbol of excellence, with a renowned national brand encompassing 70 branch schools across the country. If you have a passion for teaching and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Teaching positions will be available from April, May, June 2024 and onwards.  Students aged 5-15 attend the institution and learn through its proprietary Infusion Learning method,...  [Read more]

ESL teaching positions South Korea Date posted:2024-03-05 | Writer: GLOII Job Consulting | Email: [email protected] Embark on a life-changing adventure as a proactive and passionate English/TEFL/ESL teacher in South Korea! Our prestigious private English school is seeking dedicated educators like you to join our team in Seoul and various major cities in South Korea. Our English school stands as a symbol of excellence, with a renowned national brand encompassing 70 branch schools across the country. If you have a passion for teaching and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Teaching positions will be available from April, May, June 2024 and onwards.  Students aged 5-15 attend the institution and learn through its proprietary Infusion Learning method,...  [Read more]

Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in the Classroom While Teaching English   Join us for a live session on "Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in the Classroom While Teaching English" and learn how to become an effective and successful English teacher! Our TEFL expert Linda will share the most common pitfalls and provide you with practical tips and strategies to enhance your teaching skills. Don't miss this opportunity to take your teaching career to the next level. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL...  [Read more]

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