Activity For Pronunciation

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun Thanksgiving ESL activity for your students. Have them think about what and who they are grateful for this Thanksgiving.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Helping students improve their pronunciation can be challenging for teachers and students alike. For students, they may have a strong desire to sound fluent but might struggle in knowing what mistakes they make and how to correct them. For teachers, they may be aware of the mistakes but may lack tools to help students accurately and precisely correct them. Common Methods Feedback Correcting Techniques Technologies and Pronunciation Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kent L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Many of the common methods to help improve pronunciation have their own...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun two-part speaking activity about happiness. First, have a class discussion with the question of part one and then have students discuss the quotes of part two in pairs.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun animals exercise for beginner ESL students focusing on the verb can and can't.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great speaking activity to develop fluency at Christmas time. Students take turns choosing a question to ask another student in their group.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Date posted:2023-02-22 | Writer: The English Experience | Email: [email protected] Applications now open! - English Experience CampsWe are looking for well-qualified and enthusiastic people to work on our English Camps abroad – mostly in Italy, but also in Germany, Slovenia and France. Normally based in local schools, these English-language holiday courses (tailored for ages 7 to 14, and 13 to 18) run from Monday to Friday over one or two weeks, generally at the beginning or end of the European school summer holidays. Our full-immersion, fun approach to learning focuses on giving every child a chance to get involved, and integrates structured classroom sessions with sports activities and art and drama workshops. So for each camp – managed by a senior team member who has...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Pronunciation is an essential part of the English language. Clear and cohesive speech can create meaningful conversations, meanwhile incorrect pronunciation can lead to misunderstandings. Every, non-native English-speaking country has pronunciation problems. One of the countries which come across with pronunciation errors is my homeland Azerbaijan. It is a lovely country, with nice traditions and people. Multilingual Country Historical Reasons Modern Situation Digital Age Teacher Training Do you want to teach English abroad? You are one step from it! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Narmina M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. There are many...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Students read the clues and unscramble the words, then match words and pictures and finally they write the clue number near the correct picture.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a cloze test about the history of Halloween and in the text, you can find out the origin of Halloween, its traditions, and symbols more representative. The test consists in a video that pupils have to watch (the link is included in the text) and then they have to fill in the gaps in the text, and finally, they have to answer some questions about the video they have just watched.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great speaking task to develop fluency for talking about New Year's Eve, the past year, and the year to come. Have your students take turns to choose a card and ask the question to their partner/group.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great speaking activity is for developing fluency on the topic of Christmas.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences As a native Russian speaker I was worried about pronunciation from the very beginning of my English studies in primary school. It so happened that in my family my grandmother was an English teacher in high school who had worked in this position for more than 50 years. Naturally, I began my acquaintance with English much earlier than most of my peers. And the first step in the work of my grandmother in teaching me a foreign language was the formulation of pronunciation, something that most Russians have problems with. The Main Issues That Cause Problems for Russian Students The Problem With Vowels Looking on the Bright Side If I Can Do It, So Can Any Russian Speaker Are you ready to teach English pronunciation? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: ...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences Difficulty with pronunciation is likely something that every EFL teacher will face at one point or another in their career. Every language in the world has different ways of pronouncing different words/ letters. In addition to this, most speakers of other languages have heavy accents that can make pronouncing English words very difficult. This can be a challenge when teaching English as a foreign language. It can be especially challenging because not all learners around the world will face the same problems. Students in Vietnam will likely have different pronunciation problems than students in Kenya and students in Brazil will likely have different pronunciation problems than students in Morocco. For this essay, I will focus on the specific problems of...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Pronunciation in English Language Learning 2. Benefits of TESOL Training for Pronunciation 3. Techniques and Strategies Taught in TESOL Training 4. Resources for Further Practice and Development Pronunciation plays a crucial role in English language learning as it directly impacts communication effectiveness. Clear and accurate pronunciation enhances listening comprehension, facilitates better understanding in conversations, and boosts overall confidence in using the language. Without proper pronunciation skills, learners may struggle to make themselves understood, leading to misunderstandings and frustration. Hence, focusing on pronunciation in TESOL training is essential for students to become proficient English speakers. TESOL training provides educators with the...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Pronunciation in English Language Learning 2. Benefits of TESOL Certification for Teaching Pronunciation 3. Components of TESOL Certification Programs for Pronunciation 4. Conclusion Pronunciation plays a crucial role in English language learning as it directly impacts communication and comprehension. Clear and accurate pronunciation helps learners to be understood by native speakers and other English speakers, facilitating effective communication in various contexts. Additionally, proper pronunciation enhances listening skills, as learners can better recognize and understand English sounds, words, and intonation patterns. Overall, mastering pronunciation is essential for language fluency and confidence in using English in real-life situations. Obtaining a TESOL...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! These speaking cards about animals are ideal for teen ESL students to practice speaking or can be used as class openers or finishers and even as writing prompts.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun time filler or end of lesson activity in which students practice vocabulary and quick thinking.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet mainly for elementary school kids with a true or false activity with sentence writing.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Read the clues and guess the spooky characters from this Halloween activity sheet! Either print it off and use it as a worksheet or read the clues as a time-filler activity.   1. I have four of something. 2. I can jump and leap. 3. It is said that I have 9 lives. 4. I have whisters on my face. Answer: I am a cat.   1. You can buy me or grow me. 2. You can put a candle in me to light me up. 3. Sometimes I can look scary. 4. I am orange and round. Answer: I am a pumpkin. 1. I have sharp teeth. 2. I like to drink a red liquid. 3. I can turn into a flying animal. 4. I sleep inside a coffin. Answer: I am a vampire.     1. I have a pet. 2. I can turn you into a toad. ...  [Read more]

  Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! The attitude a teacher brings into the class certainly affects how receptive the students will be to the lessons. In order for students to feel comfortable participating despite the possibility of making errors and/or mistakes, the teacher must first display patience and a willingness to actually teach in alternative, creative ways when necessary. A...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Pronunciation in Language Learning 2. TESOL Training for Teaching Pronunciation 3. Strategies and Techniques for Teaching Pronunciation 4. Resources for Improving Pronunciation Skills Pronunciation plays a crucial role in language learning as it affects communication clarity, comprehension, and overall language proficiency. Proper pronunciation helps learners convey their messages effectively and be understood by others. It also enhances listening skills, enabling learners to comprehend native speakers better. Moreover, mastering pronunciation boosts learners' confidence, encouraging them to engage in conversations and practice speaking skills more actively. Therefore, focusing on pronunciation in language teaching is essential for learners to become proficient...  [Read more]

1. The Importance of Pronunciation in ESL Learning 2. Effective Pronunciation Drills for ESL Improvement 3. Incorporating Pronunciation Practice in ESL Lessons 4. Resources for ESL Teachers and Learners Pronunciation plays a crucial role in ESL (English as a Second Language) learning as it directly affects communication effectiveness. Clear and accurate pronunciation helps learners convey their message accurately and be understood by others. It also boosts learners' confidence in speaking English, leading to improved overall language skills. Poor pronunciation can result in misunderstandings and hinder the progress of ESL learners. Therefore, focusing on pronunciation drills is essential for ESL improvement. There are various effective pronunciation drills that ESL teachers can incorporate...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Pronunciation in TEFL 2. Benefits of TEFL Certification for Pronunciation Improvement 3. Strategies for Teaching Pronunciation in TEFL 4. Resources for TEFL Teachers to Enhance Pronunciation Skills Pronunciation plays a crucial role in TEFL as it directly impacts the ability of learners to communicate effectively in English. Clear pronunciation facilitates better understanding and enables students to express themselves accurately. Poor pronunciation can lead to miscommunication and hinder language acquisition. As a TEFL teacher, focusing on pronunciation helps students develop their speaking skills and build confidence in using English in real-life situations. TEFL certification equips teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach pronunciation to...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Pronunciation in English Language Learning 2. Benefits of TESOL Certification for Pronunciation Practice 3. Components of TESOL Certification Programs for Pronunciation 4. Tips for Teaching Pronunciation Effectively Pronunciation plays a crucial role in effective communication in English language learning. Clear and accurate pronunciation helps learners convey their ideas and thoughts accurately, leading to better understanding and interaction with native speakers. Poor pronunciation can hinder comprehension and may result in miscommunication. Therefore, focusing on pronunciation in English language teaching is essential for learners to develop their speaking skills and boost their confidence in using the language. Obtaining a TESOL certification provides English language...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Teaching Pronunciation in TESOL 2. Strategies for Teaching Pronunciation Effectively 3. Resources for Teaching Pronunciation in TESOL Importance of Teaching Pronunciation in TESOL Teaching pronunciation in TESOL is crucial for effective communication. Clear pronunciation helps students convey their ideas accurately and be understood by others. It also boosts their confidence in speaking English. A TESOL course focused on pronunciation equips teachers with the necessary tools to help students improve their pronunciation skills. By focusing on pronunciation, teachers can enhance students' overall language proficiency and fluency. In a TESOL course for teaching pronunciation, educators learn various strategies to help students improve their pronunciation. These strategies may...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Using speaking cards is a great way to encourage conversations among ESL learners. The cards act as guides to give the students a direction in their conversations. Below you will find conversation cards about books and reading for your ESL classroom.   Let's take a look at all of the questions and possible answers. Possible answer: I recently finished reading the first book of the Outlander series. It's a fantastic book about an English woman from 1945 who travels back in time to Scotland in 1745. The story is very compelling and the characters' personalities are very well thought-through. Possible answer: One of my favorite books is "The Da Vinci Code" written by Dan Brown. Even though it is a fictional story,...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a free, printable writing activity where students practice writing conclusions for a passage about Hawaii.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun ESL printable writing activity worksheet for learners of English to practice the past simple tense with both regular and irregular verbs.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

  Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This unit stresses that there is a wide variety of different teaching approaches and methods, which can be a challenge when trying to select an appropriate one to use with ESL students. Each teaching method has its own pros and cons. The TEFL course that ITTT offers is based on the Engage, Study and Activate approach, or ESA. It is a mix of several...  [Read more]

  Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This unit was about reading and listening- two equally important receptive skills. The lesson went over various ideas that can be used in the engage, study, and activate phases for reading and listening. A variety of resources can be used for reading and listening. For example, use a part of an Elvis track to get the students listening and then ask...  [Read more]