Antonyms Of Definite

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Synonym and Antonym ESL Worksheet Synonyms and antonyms worksheet for first grade and second grade. Students find a synonym and an antonym for each word.   Practice synonyms and antonyms of common adjectives with this ESL worksheet.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! How Often? - Adverbs of Definite Frequency Adverbs of definite frequency are an important part of English grammar. This infographic explains the topic in more detail.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Types of Articles: Definite Article & Indefinite Articles   Let's take a look at the different types of Articles in English! Learn article definitions and how to use definite and indefinite articles in sentences with the ESL infographic below.   Article Definition An article is defined as a word that modifies or describes a noun. Adjectives are used before the noun to show whether it refers to something specific or not. So, in a way, articles can also be described as a type of adjective as they also tell us something about the noun, just like adjectives. There are two types of articles in the English language, they are indefinite articles (a, an) and definite article (the).   Definite Article Definite...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Antonym Twins This is a fun worksheet about adjectives and their antonyms. Students match each word in Twin Tom with its opposite in Twin Tyrone.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL Certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! A, An, The Worksheet We have already covered the use of definite and indefinite articles (a, an, the) in a previous post. Here is a great worksheet to practice a, an and the.     Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! The Past Simple Tense The simple past tense is used to talk about a completed action in a time before now. It indicates an action which is completed at a definite time in the past.   The simple past tense is used to talk about a completed action in a time before now. It indicates an action which is completed at a definite time in the past. Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

English Grammar - Past Simple -- Usage - Online English Teacher   The usage of the past simple tense as explained in this video is when you talk about completed actions at a definite time in the past. For example: I completed my TEFL course last year. When did you complete your TEFL course? ITTT's online TEFL courses cover tenses such as the past simple discussed in this video as well as other grammar points such as modal verbs, conditionals, reported speech etc. making sure that you as prepared as you can be before stepping into your first classroom. Once you have completed a TEFL course and are considering your options for teaching jobs it is worth considering becoming an online English teacher. As technology becomes increasingly more available around the world the demand for...  [Read more]

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Overview of The Role of a Teacher Since I previously worked as an English teacher in China, I also have my own experience.What is important to me as a teacher? First of all, the personality of the child. He's a human, and I want him to stay that way. Therefore, I need to teach this person to learn, not just to know and be able, but to teach him to use knowledge for the benefit of himself and those around him. Knowledge is a power that can destroy and create. And the child learns to make a decision and be responsible. Table of Contents Personal Attitude Personal Qualities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Parts of the Day - Prepositions of Time This infographic looks at the prepositions of time AT, ON, IN with parts of the day (morning, afternoon, evening, night).   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certification with ITTT.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Role of the Teacher: Jack of All Trades The one thing l liked most about teaching was the many jackets one gets to wear. To some l was a fashion icon, to others a role model, to others someone they could easily go to and talk about their life and personal challenges. Hence, the code of conduct for teachers stretches even to their communities and homes. Their mere being impacts the lives of the country's generations and helps build a nation, academically and socially. Table of Contents My Role Model Business Idea Source of Motivation Careful Parent Find your role as an English teacher abroad today! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Trish A. My Role Model In 2002, l...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Overview of Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences The theory of Multiple Intelligences was developed by Howard Gardner. The theory postulates that there are many different types of intelligence, which involve different skills and ways of thinking. Gardner (1989) relied on that intelligence was divided into the following categories: linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal and intrapersonal. Table of Contents Linguistic Intelligence Visual/ spatial intelligence Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence Logical-mathematical intelligence Musical intelligence Interpersonal intelligence Intrapersonal intelligence Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles:...  [Read more]

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Description of the Role of the Teacher This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate MUSTAFA N. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Is a teacher just a teacher? This is the question, which one is better than others? What Makes a Good Teacher? There is a very good saying of a leader "attitude is everything". Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: The role of the teacher can be divided an analyzed in two different ways; One is the education and knowledge, (part 1)Second is the personality and communication abilities, (part 2) Part one is a general precondition for every candidate, but part two is...  [Read more]

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Overview of the Learning Styles of Different Age Groups Age is one of the most decisive factors in language learning. The first thing foreign language teachers should pay attention to here is how young learners differ from adult learners. First of all, young students learn better through play, while adults are highly advanced in using their abstract and analytical intelligence. The second distinction that can be added is that young students can be bored very quickly and easily. Usually, after 10 minutes, attention and attention disappear. Young students are also very egocentric and need special attention more. Table of Contents Challenges for Young students Challenges of Adult students Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a...  [Read more]

Mon, 18 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Most Common Issues of Vietnamese Learners of English In Vietnam, it is so important and popular that English becomes a compulsory subject for students at schools and universities. Working people also need to learn English for their job, to talk to English speakers or get a new well-paid job. Table of Contents During my studies and the process of teaching, I noticed that learners are facing some problems such as: Pronunciation is the first obstacle because the same have different sounds Patiency and Knowledge How to Solve Problems? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Huyen N. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 Zainab Sadriwala Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Sustaining the Habit of Reading in the Times of Coronavirus "The most challenging of the tasks during this COVID era has been to make my children read" states a frustrated Amena; a mother of two children, one in the primary years and the other in middle school. "It was much easier for me to monitor them and ask them to read and follow the schedule when they knew they had to report to their teacher. The school environment is just so integral for sustaining discipline in young people" she continues. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Give your students something that interests them. 2. Schedule a set reading time. 3. Offer your child an incentive. 4. Don't let them read alone - read with them. 5. Share...  [Read more]

Mon, 04 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences An Overview of Common Challenges of ESL Students from Japan Japan is a nation that has tried to increase its citizens' English ability, especially with the upcoming 2020 Olympic Games being held in their country. However, progress has been slow and not fruitful. There are various reasons for this slow stagnation of the nation's English abilities such as the larger academic system and access to proper education in rural areas. However, I will focus on three main hurdles that Japanese learners of English must face that can impede their English education. Table of Contents Japanese vs. English Phonetics Alphabet Japanese English Class Style Problems Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Teaching Ideas An Overview of Stephen Krashen's Theories of Second Language Acquisition Second or foreign language learning, which appears to be an ever-present hurdle for many, has constantly been a topical issue with numerous Hypotheses centered around it, including language acquisition theory or monitor model with its sweeping effects on language learning in classrooms around the world. This well-known theory, first presented by Stephen Krashen in the 1970s, is initially based on six Hypotheses ( The Acquisition-Learning Hypothesis, the Natural Order Hypothesis, the Monitor Hypothesis, the Input Hypothesis, the Affective Filter Hypothesis, and the Reading Hypothesis) that will be discussed in this article. Table of Contents The...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Influence of Teaching Skills on the Progress of Your Students Every profession in this world needs skills to be able to execute the job very well. A doctor, nurse, carpenter and so on need all the necessary skills to be able to deliver their services to their customers. The same thing applies to all teachers. For a teacher to create a very positive learning environment, he or she should be skilled at communication, classroom management, appropriate disciplined techniques and so on. There are many skills that a good teacher should have but will concentrate on a few of them. Table of Contents Communication skills Patience Lesson Planning and Flexibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of Sharing Responsibilities in the Management of the Classroom Oftentimes in a classroom, the burden of managing a classroom is assumed to fall squarely on the shoulders of the teacher. The teacher is viewed as the source of knowledge through which students can learn and it is thus the responsibility of the teacher to share this knowledge in a manner that is both appealing, digestible, and feasible. Teachers may find themselves viewing students as potential obstacles to this role, as they must find a way to coax students into learning and taking part without disrupting a lesson. Table of Contents How to Overcome Misconceptions? Teacher's Confidence Approach to Teaching Who should a teacher be? Do you want to teach...  [Read more]

The ESA Methodology of Teaching - Types of ESA Lessons   This particular methodology is known as a straight arrow ESA lesson. If every single lesson that we undertook with our students was a straight arrow ESA lesson then it is quite possible that the students would be able to predict what is going to come up next and whilst this is good for the lower level students, then it could potentially become a little bit boring for our higher level students. So what Harmer did in his ideas about ESA, was to generate two other types of ESA lesson that we can use to try and generate a little bit more interest. So, the other two types of ESA lesson that we can follow: The first is known as a boomerang lesson and the second is known as a patchwork lesson and what we're going to do is to have a...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! How to Use Many, Much, A lot of, and Lots of   The four expressions "many", "much", "a lot of" and "lots of" are widely used but often confused. Let's take a look at their differences and when to use which expression correctly.   How to use "many" in English The word "many" is used with countable, plural nouns in questions and negative sentences. Example Sentences   How to use "much" in English "Much" is used with uncountable nouns to indicate a large quantity. It is mostly used in negative questions or sentences. Example Sentences   How to use "a lot of" in English  A lot of means a large number of amount. It can be used for countable or uncountable nouns (negative, positive and...  [Read more]

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Mastering the Language of Healing: The Vitality of Teaching Medical English Abroad Learning English as a foreign language in healthcare has become increasingly common and essential due to globalization and the growing demand for healthcare professionals in diverse settings. This article emphasizes the significance of teaching Medical English and highlights the need for qualified instructors with a medical background. Table of Contents The Impact of Language Proficiency in Healthcare Developing Students' Language Proficiency Incorporating Authentic Materials Cultural Competence in Healthcare Advancement Opportunities for Healthcare Workers Conclusion Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language?...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Benefits of Reading English Stories to Younger Groups of ESL Students I adore books, and reading aloud to our young students is one of the highlights of my job as a Teaching Assistant. Table of Contents The Importance of Reading Classes Factors Influencing Students' Interest Classroom Routine Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Most of our students are Turkish, whose ages range from four to eleven years old, who have had little or no exposure to the English language. The students come to our school to receive an English education and therefore use daily a language of which their parents have little knowledge. It can be overwhelming to suddenly be thrust into an environment where everything...  [Read more]

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Feeling of Confidence as a Matter of Teacher's Performance in Class First day as a teacher. The first day of any new job is going to be difficult. You are likely to be excited, after all, you have worked hard to get to where you are now. All that studying, finding a position, applying and being interviewed and then preparing for this day. Chances are that you didn't sleep well last night, you find yourself rushing this morning, the last-minute forget and just getting there might involve some mishap, all increasing the tension you are feeling. And, unlike many other jobs, this one is in the spotlight with everyone looking towards you. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Visualization 2. Plan 3. Emotional control 4....  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas An Overview of Drilling Method as a Part of an ESL Class This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ma. C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Assessment: Goal: Examples for effective method includes: Instructions: Activity: Gesture to the class to repeat the model all together twice. This is called a chorus drill. Keep suitable and fun for the whole activity so that the students will cooperate and learn. Observations Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Assessment: The assessment of drilling is to monitor students learning and identify strengths and weaknesses. the teacher helps recognize where students...  [Read more]

Tue, 28 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Theory of Multiple Intelligences as an Integral Part of ESL Teaching Every child is born with an immense capacity for learning, with an innate sense of curiosity and creativity that are of vital importance for the learning process to become a truly exciting journey. However, as a child grows up he is immersed into the world of formal schooling that tends to be downright tedious at times. As a result, most often the child feels pressed because of the attempts to fit in the way he is being taught. Memorizing, chasing results becomes a habit, while ingrained personal strengths remain barely discovered. Hence, a huge realm of human inborn potential remains unrecognized. But what if the idea of multiple intelligences would be...  [Read more]

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 Sarah Jennings TEFL Information The Advantages Of ITTT’s Global Network International TEFL and TESOL Training has been providing TEFL/TESOL training and qualifications for 30 years across a vast network of training centres as well as expertly devised online programs. Table of Contents How the global training network came to be Graduate services for our course participants ITTT's websites Online courses that are eligible for university credits! ITTT's training network extends to over 25 active training centres in approximately 20 countries around the globe. Prior to reduction of international travel during the corona virus outbreak, ITTT fielded more than 40 onsite course locations in each corner of the globe. Through our many partners, in-class courses can be...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Types of Stories to Use for Teaching English to Different Groups of Students Stories serve to be entertaining and educational in most cultures. A nice bedtime story for young children becomes a ritual in a lot of families nowadays, it makes up a sweet memory for a lot of people. When the listener is interested in the story, even when there is no verbal communication between the storyteller and the listener, there is still a bond between them. Therefore, storytelling is such a powerful tool teacher could use. Storytelling could make the lesson more interesting and memorable. To build the bond between the students and the teacher during storytelling, the teacher has to make sure the attention of his/her audiences are fully attracted....  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Pros and Cons of Teaching Students of Different Age Groups: Adults vs. Youngsters What are the pros and cons of teaching a language to adults and young learners? First of all, let us talk about learner groups. Adults are people 18 years of age and more and young learners are split into three groups: over 13, from 8 to 12, and under 7. Table of Contents When do language abilities start to form? However, on the other hand, teaching a language to adults is easier Advantages and disadvantages Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Phuong V. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. When do...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Another Word for EXCITED: Wonderful List of 40 Synonyms of Excited in English Are you searching for another word for Excited? Here, we provide a list of synonyms for the word "excited" with example sentences and ESL infographics.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]