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TEFL Jobs in Vietnam Date posted:2020-05-27 | Writer: Grow Green Vietnam Company | Email: [email protected] We are Grow Green Teachers Company. We have a language school in Hanoi, but our main function is to recruit EFL teachers to teach English in Vietnamese schools. At the moment, we are looking for 15 full time English teachers in Nam Dinh city, Ha Tinh, Hai Duong,  and Bac Ninh. Nam Dinh, Hai Duong, Thai Binh are about 100km from Hanoi. It takes 1.5-2 hours by motorbike to Hanoi.Ha Tinh is located on the Northern Central of Vietnam, surrounded by Nghe An Province on the north, Quang Binh Province on the south, Laos on the west, and East Sea on the east. It’s just about 12-15km from Ha Tinh city, you can visit Thanh Hai beach and Xuan Hai beach.Bac Ninh is about 50km...  [Read more]

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The English Language and its Peculiarities The English Language is universally derided for its difficulty and the absurd number of exceptions to every rule. To teach English effectively in an EFL setting, it is important to make note of these difficulties and teach students both the rules and the plentiful exceptions. My personal experience as a teacher and the knowledge I've gleaned from this course illustrate the importance of incorporating games and group practice so that students feel motivated. I want my students to find learning English fun rather than frustrating. It is key, especially when teaching young learners, to pick one's battles: a pedantic mindset will only breed frustration and lead to a classroom full of anxious...  [Read more]

Providers Diploma TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Providers Diploma TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts G.F. - Germany said: Computer Aided Language LearningPersonally I feel this is one of the most advanced techniques for acquiring a language in an intensive and reduced duration of time. Most important is that you reside in the country of the language in order you can immerse yourself and ensure you have as much opportunity as possible to reproduce the language which has been absorbed. I made this experience while learning mandarin chinese in Taiwan for the traditional...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Future Tenses - Will vs. Going to When to use "will" and when to use "going to" for expressing the future is a very confusing concept for some English learners. Both of these terms refer to the future but there is a slight difference between them. Let's take a look at the differences in the infographic below.   When to use "Going to"  The structure "be going to" is normally used to indicate the future but with some type of connection to the present. It can be used in the following situations: 1. When we have already decided or we INTEND to do something in the future. (Prior Plan) The decision has been made before the moment of speaking, for example:   2. When there are definite signs that something is...  [Read more]

Living and Teaching English in Korea - Habits, Customs & Curiosities South Korea is one of the most popular destinations in the world for teaching English as a foreign language as it offers an exciting culture, beautiful natural scenery and a multitude of EFL jobs with high salaries and great benefits. If you are unsure whether it is the right destination for you or you simply want more information before you leave, read on to find out more. Below you will find information on how to budget for teaching English in Korea, the types of teaching jobs available, general travel tips and a variety of insights into the local culture. Budget for Teaching English in Korea SOURCE: travelsuras . com/budget-to-teach-english-in-korea/#comment-2528 Register now & get certified to teach...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Challenges of Teaching Slang and Idioms How important is it for EFL learners to learn slang and idioms? Let's clarify what is slang? What is an idiom? Table of Contents Informal Language The History of Slang Confusion Breeds Confusion Cultural Boundaries Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Laura B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Informal Language Slang is an informal language and should be used only with people one knows very well. Slang can change constantly, appear today, disappear within month or year and some words have been used by English speakers since medieval...  [Read more]

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas English as a Tool for Global Communication First of all, let us define the meaning of the phrase "global language"? I suppose a "global language" is the language suitable for communication among a huge amount of people around the world. We also can say it is the language of global meaning. After the Second World War and especially since the beginning of the 90th years of the twentieth century, English became the most common international language. Artificial languages, created specifically for international communication, for example, Esperanto, are also supposed to be multinational. Common characteristics of international languages are: a lot of people are native speakers; among the non-native speakers there are a lot of people who...  [Read more]

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Problems for English Learners in Russia People from different countries inevitably face problems when they are trying to learn English. Russia is no exception. Let's have a quick look at some typical problems that my fellow countrymen face. Table of Contents Pronunciation Grammar Meaning Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sergei S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Pronunciation As you may know, Russian is written using the Cyrillic alphabet, and some may think that it can cause problems. In reality, the Russians are fine with understanding the Latin alphabet and can...  [Read more]

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Necessity of Translation for the English Language Learners A language is a particular form of communicating information, feelings, or ideas. Words and speech change depending on the country, area, or social group. The language belongs to the Culture 's Universe and Culture is undoubtedly evolutionary. So does language. Thus, when one has to put in touch people with different mother tongue, from different countries, different age, etc. They have to take into consideration they will put in touch different cultures. In order to get this communication successful for teaching or learning a new language, it is important that teachers and students understand what these differences are. Table of Contents Historical Features of...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why is Grammar Essential and How to Improve it Successfully? Some people think that correct English grammar matters only to teachers and is of no real importance in daily life. This is certainly not true. Grammar, regardless of the country or the language, is the foundation for communication. When a message is relayed with the correct grammar, it is easier to understand the purpose and meaning of that message. To communicate, a learner should know the grammar of the language. It is important to be able to express yourself, but this should be done in a way that people find easy to understand. Table of Contents Reasons to Learn Grammar Rules Modern Technologies Different ways to improve your grammar 1. Read more in English 2. Listen...  [Read more]

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Receptive Skills as a Bridge to Deeper Language Understanding When we talk about teaching language, we always think about speaking, listening, writing and reading; but now, let's just focus on reading and listening, in other words, the receptive skills. Table of Contents Why do we read or listen? Important Abilities Training How to bypass such problems? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Mirazo L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Why do we read or listen? The answers are: we do read or listen in teaching receptive skills because we need to know some instructions as how to...  [Read more]

Fri, 15 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of Teaching Slang and Idioms to ESL Students Every language has its own rules and way of speaking. People that share a common language are united not only by the way they communicate but also in cultural experiences. Using language, whether it is sign language or spoken language, helps individuals experience the world differently. Teaching slang and idioms are an integral part of learning any language. For students learning slang and idioms is an extension of language learning, it offers a way to communicate better and it helps students experience the world through the native speaker lens. Table of Contents First Stages of Language Learning Language Usage The History of Slang Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a...  [Read more]

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Necessity of Slang and Idioms in ESL Studies Language is an organism that changes as the people using it changes. No living language sounds as it did 1,000 years ago, nor does any use all the same words that were used within it 100 years ago. Just as it is a very different experience to live in a body than it is to study one, so is it powerful for students of a foreign language to be invited to live in a language rather than only learn about it. The endless auditory phenomena of English, such as the "hootin' and tootin'" interjections of Appalachian people or the booming discourse of an African-American preacher, cannot be understood by other peoples unless they are exposed to the context these phenomena were nurtured in....  [Read more]

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of Slang and Idioms English is a unique and fluid language, its usage changing rapidly throughout surprisingly short periods, throughout different socioeconomic groups, and across different regions. Therefore, it is widely understood that proper English and spoken English have different rules, importantly including the use of popular slang terms and idioms. This means that when someone is learning to communicate with native English speakers, they must learn expressions that will provide a certain context. Table of Contents Casual Occasions Possible Pitfalls The Flexibility of the Language Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The Most Important Differences Between British and American English American English and British English are two varieties which are taught in English teaching programs around the world. Although it is accepted that no one version is corrected, there are certainly preferences in use. Someone who can speak, read or understand one variety of English, he/she'll also probably be able to understand most of the other varieties without problem. Table of Contents Pronunciation differences Vocabulary differences Spelling differences Grammar differences Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sumeyra Y. The differences between American and...  [Read more]

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How Chants and Rhymes Benefit ESL Instruction Many research articles demonstrate the effectiveness of chants and rhymes and list the reasons why they should be an important element of ESL instruction. Through the use of chants and rhymes, students get to increase their vocabulary, improve rhythm, intonation, pronunciation, as well as memorization skills. Chants and rhymes are important in language teaching because: Table of Contents Improvement in Language Skills through Chants and Rhymes Possible? Concrete Examples of Chants/Rhymes and Teaching Applications Conclusion Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! "...the...  [Read more]

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Music and Songs in Early Childhood Influence Our Brain Power When talking about using songs in the classroom, the first things we should probably start by asking ourselves is why use them? And why are they important? Table of Contents Childhood How our brain collects memories Benefits of music and songs for the brain Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Karina C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Childhood To answer these questions, I will throw you back to your childhood for a moment, more specifically to the first five years of your life and ask you to think of...  [Read more]

Mon, 01 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences How Important are Phonology and Pronunciation in the English Language Classroom? As a speaker of 5 languages (French being my native one), I've been exposed to different ways of teaching how one particular language sounds and why it sounds that way, what kind of meaning is conveyed using what sounds in what order, and so on. Quite often, I've noticed that in the school system, not enough emphasis is put on studying the sounds that pertain to the language itself. Table of Contents Learning English in a French Environment The Importance of Intonation Other Common Pronunciation Mistakes in English One Innovative Way I Tried to Help My Students In Conclusion Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post...  [Read more]

Thu, 14 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why is a Global Language Needed? As the world has become more interconnected, particularly with quick international travel, modern communications, and globalized trade, the argument for a "global language" is often used. Arguably now more than ever, a global language or single lingua franca has never been more important. There are many international bodies such as the United Nations, World Bank, and UNICEF, which create a certain amount of pressure to establish a worldwide global language. Table of Contents Is English a global language? The Future of English as a global language Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tim W. Please note...  [Read more]

Wed, 20 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Here's Why You Need To Get TEFL Certified There is a saying that "Education is life" which I strongly believe is true. I'm a teacher by profession for 24 years now and I can say that I still crave for learning and improvement. I'm ha Bachelor of Secondary Education graduate major in Technology and Home Economics but it's really surprising that it's not what I'm teaching since I graduated. I worked as an English, Math and Science teacher for twelve years in the Philippines and was able to work for another ten years in the Middle East as an English Teacher and Coordinator. Presently, I'm working as a Policy and Discipline Coordinator back here in the Philippines for almost two years now. Table of Contents I got excited when my friend,...  [Read more]

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Problems That Japanese Elementary Schoolers Face Studying English In the wake of the upcoming 2020 Olympics in Japan, there has been an increase in elementary school level English classes. As an assistant language teacher half into my fourth year, I have had the rare chance to work the entirety of my time in one elementary school where I have had many great memories. However, being present every day I began to notice that some students were struggling or in some cases, not even trying when it came to English class. Talking with my peers and colleagues from other elementary schools as well as my own, there are some common problems that many students seem to experience in an English class. These problems include learning in a...  [Read more]

Company Fulltime TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Company Fulltime TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts B.B. - Sweden said: Accents British accent tends to be rhotic, meaning the letter ?R? is pronounced hard, whereas American accent tends to be non-rhotic. However, within both Great Britain and the USA there are several accents so in essence it is incorrect to speak about the British or the American accents. Loosely speaking, spoken British English (?B.E.?) sounds more ?proper? and ?sophisticated? than American English (?A.E.?). Tenses In A.E. recent actions that have an...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Helpful and Fun Outdoor ESL Activities What outdoor activities can help to teach English? I would like to say that there are plenty of outdoor activities that are effective to teach English. However, many teachers prefer indoor activities rather than outdoor, as they think that it might distract the students. Nonetheless, outdoor activities can increase their motivation for learning. Also, it helps to decrease their stress level, as they do not have to stay in the classroom as usual. Table of Contents Freewriting time Flashcard game 'Stand up if you've ever' game Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sarosh Z. Please note that this blog...  [Read more]

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Short Tutorial on Classroom Management Classroom management is an important part of a good learning environment. Table of Contents Approaches to classroom management Seating arrangement Relationship with the teacher Motivating students Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Priscilla E. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Approaches to classroom management Seating arrangement One of the first tasks you can do to achieve managing your specific class is choosing which desk seating method to use in the classroom. There are multiple ways to set up the desks for each specific class. The...  [Read more]

Fastest TEFL Classes Check out tefl tesol about Fastest TEFL Classes and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts C.B. & S.M. Spain said: Problems for learners in spain According to our professional experience, here are some difficulties that Spanish learners of English are likely to encounter during their learning process. Spanish speakers frequently have problems with pronunciation because of the differences between the two languages? sound systems; English has 12 vowels and 8 diphthongs while Spanish has only 5 of each. Therefore, Spanish learners often have difficulty with...  [Read more]

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Learning Grammar is Important? Language is a medium of communication that helps to express our feelings, desires, and queries to the world around us. The ability to use language distinguishes humans from other animals and when we know a language, we can speak and be understood by others who know that language. Effective communication requires an understanding and recognition of the connection between a language and the people who use it. The ability to use a language requires profound knowledge that most speakers don't know that they know. Language is considered to be an infinite set of well-formulated sentences and it can be deduced by the grammar. Hence grammars are the theories of language composed of hypotheses of the...  [Read more]

Sat, 24 Nov 2018 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The Most Common Problems Students in Italy Face When Learning English According to the EF English Proficiency Index, in the year 2017 Italy ranked last - among European countries - in English proficiency skills. Being an Italian myself and having studied foreign languages up to my Master's Degree, I have progressively grown aware of the main factors which cause Italy to perform so poorly. Other than grammatical gaps, which are not to be analyzed in this context, I have noticed how the extremely limited exposition to spoken words can affect not only the students' ability to understand and follow conversations or arguments, but even the possibility for them to be understood when trying to speak. Table of Contents Lack of Proper...  [Read more]

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 Sahil Gazi TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Lingo in Limbo - What does it mean for Teachers? Lingos are of significant interest to linguists because they exist within the subsets of linguistics, by observing the significance of individual words or sentences through semantics and their meaning in a broader social context through pragmatics. Table of Contents What actually happens? What does it do? What does it look like? When does it happen? How may it affect teachers? Can it be implemented as a disciplinary tool? Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In this scenario, the subject is in a particular group of lingos. They are a repeating phenomenon,...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Can Songs Help You in Your Teaching? Many tools can be utilized effectively when teaching English as a foreign or second to students of all ages and varied cultural backgrounds. Music is most certainly one of them. Song, in particular, is a valuable tool for teaching English to foreign students. Table of Contents Topics to teach with the help of songs Resources Example idea Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ruth F. Topics to teach with the help of songs Songs can be found that describe everyday concepts such as numbers, colors, alphabetical letters, body parts, clothing, weekdays, seasons and months. The use of songs to...  [Read more]

Wed, 11 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Reading as a Key to Language Acquisition Reading is one of the receptive skills with the other one being a listening skill. According to some scholars, the acquisition of language is believed to be a natural way of acquiring knowledge and learning is that acquired in the classroom. However, for this summative task, I am treating the two the same. Table of Contents Ways of Acquiring a Language Reader's Approach to Reading Parents' Role Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Onias M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Ways of Acquiring a Language Based on this definition, language...  [Read more]