Barriers To Listening

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Significance of English Proficiency to Society A foreign language is a sector of linguistics that is region-based and as the name states are foreign to the country or the person. And this entails that language is part of the culture and personality of every person. As each language is unique and meaningful in its way and turn reflects the culture, values, and behavior. No region or country does not have its language, culture, and beliefs. Table of Contents What is ESL? Drawbacks Research in social fields What is "Language"? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Overall, when learning a foreign language you are learning not only linguistics but their religion, their way of interaction,...  [Read more]

Centre Offering TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Centre Offering 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 V.L. - Australia said: Teaching in NepalNepal, situated amongst Himalayas, bordered to the People?s Republic of china and the Republic of India, is home to over 29 million people as at 2005. 39% of the population is below 14 years old and 58% are between 15 and 64. Of those, two thirds of female adults and one third of male adults are illiterate. What is encouraging, however, is that the primary enrollment rate has grown from 74% to 90% in 6 years. This proves that there is a...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Beyond the Classroom: Diverse Career Paths for Qualified TEFL Teachers Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the diverse career paths for TEFL teachers beyond traditional classrooms and unlock new opportunities in the world of education. Lesson Planning and Collaboration: The Strengths of ESA Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the power of ESA model in language teaching! Engage, Study, Activate - fostering collaboration and proficiency in class. How Will My Personal Teaching Experiences as a Russian Teacher Help Me as an English Teacher? Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas From building rapport to handling mistakes,...  [Read more]

Fri, 03 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Is the Personality of the Teacher Important to ESL Students? When a student walks into any classroom, his outlook on the class has a lot to do with how a teacher may present themselves, and the qualities that make up that outward presentation. This concept proves itself to be true as the course goes on, and key concepts are taught. The student's perspective on the material is largely dependent on the specific qualities of the teacher that make him or her a dependable source of information. This essay will explore how patience, listening, and empathy are important qualities for English teachers to have and maintain, and how those qualities are vital in the teacher and student learning equation. Table of Contents Patience Listening...  [Read more]

Teaching English in USA Date posted:2012-09-27 | Writer: ROADS Charter High Schools | Email: [email protected] 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.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts 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 unit has been helpful as it looks at some of the common problems for teachers of English as a...  [Read more]

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 Zainab Sadriwala Destinations Alumni Experiences What It's Like Teaching English in Karachi, Pakistan Karachi is a city of opportunities for the citizens of Pakistan and for the people abroad. Professionals from all around the country aspire to make their living in this cosmopolitan city which has so much to offer for those who are ambitious. Hence teaching being no different, Karachi offers a wide array of opportunities to the aspiring young generation to make their mark in this highly esteemed profession. Table of Contents Here are the top 6 reasons to teach English in Karachi, Pakistan. 1. Scarcity of quality English language teachers: 2. Learning for the new generation: 3. English is the backbone of all subjects: 4. Communication is key: 5. Pakistan needs more...  [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]

Global TEFL Language Check out tefl tesol about Global TEFL Language 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.J. - U.S.A. said: Learning Difficulties I narrowed the general topic Learning Difficulties to the Asian community. I expected to see more articles discussing the problems Asian students have learning English. And yet the emphasis was on how teaching methodology creates many of those problems. The articles would generally refer to pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar. Asian students have problems pronouncing certain sounds such as ?l? and ?r? because of the different...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Most Common Problems of Turkish Students While Learning English In the last years, English has become more and more popular worldwide. In most countries, children start learning a second language at an early age. Also in Turkey, the number of schools, universities and language centers where it is possible to learn English has increased significantly. Nevertheless, despite all the efforts and a considerable presence of foreign teachers, it seems that Turkish students find the English language extremely difficult to learn. Turkish students consider the education system the major cause of their school failure because it is too obsolete. I had the opportunity to work as a language teacher in Turkey for several years. This...  [Read more]

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Tips for Parents on Organizing The EFL Environment for Kids at Home Nowadays, many parents want their children to approach and learn English early. This stems from an objective cause when English becomes the language of globalization. English training for elementary students should be focused on because children at this age can absorb language very well. This article will explore methods for parents to help their elementary school children learn English well. Table of Contents Learning English with children Play games with children in English Read English stories to your baby before going to bed. Let children listen to English passively Listen and sing in English with children Switch the language...  [Read more]

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Breaking The Language Barrier in ESL Students We live in an ever-changing world that is becoming smaller, more connected. Communication is faster and more diverse than ever. Computers, cell phones, and social media have increased the speed of communication. Therefore, the need for people to respond quickly and the language that has become synonymous with international communication is English. Thus, the demand for learning the language is increasing at a constant rate. But though people may have the need, they may lack the confidence to take on a new language fully. Table of Contents Native vs. Second Language Making Mistakes Games in ESL Social Networks Are you ready to teach English abroad or...  [Read more]

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Problems That the Japanese Might Face When Learning English Learners from Japan have to face cultural issues as well as phonetic problems when learning English. Table of Contents Social Pressure Motivation Challenges Sound Awareness Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Susanne W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Social Pressure Like in many other Asian countries, Japanese students are used to ex-cathedra teaching, rather than actively participating and contributing to the lessons. One of their biggest fears is to 'lose face' in front of others, which not only means losing...  [Read more]

Fast TEFL Program Check out tefl tesol about Fast TEFL Program 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.A. - Vietnam said: Problems for learners in ThailandThere are many teaching problems arising from the discrepancies of the two languages: sound, word, grammar, text and cultural notions.( Tipa Thep-Ackrapon,2005) tefl teachers will notice immediately some boundaries when teaching English to a class of thai students: firstly, students will have difficulties in communicating as their listening and speaking skills have not been adequately developed, and secondly, students will be...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker ITTT TEFL After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer. Read my articles 8 Must-Visit Places When Teaching English in Mexico | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Destinations Mexico is one of the most popular destinations for teaching ESL anywhere in the world, but what is there to do in your free time away from the classroom? Here we look at 8 of the most popular places to visit across this fascinating country. 5 Great Destinations for Surfers to Teach English Abroad | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Destinations When it comes to choosing a...  [Read more]

Thu, 06 May 2021 Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Puppets as a Teaching Tool in the ESL Classroom Puppets can serve as a wonderful pedagogical tool in the ESL classroom. Young children are very familiar with them since puppets play a large role in the world of children's imaginative play, and they have become widely accepted as a pedagogical tool because they are valuable in serving as an anchor in overcoming the language barrier. Table of Contents Research Proven Teaching Benefits Puppets and Oral Language Skills Students Less Anxious Enhanced Listening Skills Growth of Self-Confidence 8 Ways to Incorporate Puppets into Language Teaching Songs and Chants Descriptions RolePlay Games Conversational Dialogues Grammar Review Teaching Assistant Classroom Management Are...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Several Problems ESL Students From Iran Face Typical English classes, apart from facing miscellaneous issues concerning management, motivation, dependence, and discipline, have to handle a particular set of complications in the language they are attempting to acquire. Table of Contents Lower level of exposure to English Environment Lower level of exposure to culture Language structure Lack of the authentic context Speaking issues Grammar issues Lack of independence Do you want to teach English abroad? You are one step away from it! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ati V. Lower level of exposure to English Understandably, far from taking into account some...  [Read more]

Agency Quick TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Agency Quick 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 A.C. - South Africa said: Multilingualism: A South African Perspective: Implications and SolutionsIn South Africa today, we are a multi-cultured and multi-lingual society, with many races, religions and genders that include 11 official languages. The South African classroom results in many diverse children with diverse needs based on their cultural backgrounds. This in it its own presents challenges and barriers, we as educators of the future nation need to overcome: many classrooms...  [Read more]

Tue, 29 Jan 2019 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Alumni Experiences From Immigrant to ESL Teacher - A TEFL Graduate's English Teaching Journey This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate Ning Z., who shares their own personal story of learning English after emigrating to the United States from China at the age of 18 and how this personal learning experience helped them to become a TESOL teacher today. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: This post was written by our ITTT graduate Ning Z. I had emigrated to the US from China at the age of 18 and am delighted to be able to share my language acquiring experience and shed some light on some of the challenges a new language learner might encounter during the course of...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Learning Languages Help Me In Teaching I have had the opportunity to study several foreign languages, some in a formal setting, some self-taught. Through my personal experiences learning other languages, I have developed some insights into language learning. I would like to describe some of my experienc| ITTT | TEFL Bloges, and some of my thoughts on what I have learned from them, and from this course. Table of Contents How I started learning languages How my job influenced the language interest Challenges of learning on your own Benefits of the ESA teaching approach How to distinguish a skilled teacher Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Fri, 22 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Top Tips for EFL Teaching in a Kindergarten Setting I would like to start by saying that some jobs look simple and many people would deem they are easy at first sight. Alright, it is not completely true. One will never know how something tastes until tasting it his/her own. It is the same thing with the teaching task. Some people would say it is an easy peasy job; just stand right there giving instructions on the front of a couple of students. It is entirely the opposite, it is a tiring job, but the tire here is more related to one's psychology and inner side. However, it is relative for teachers depending on many standards like the age of the students, culture, or nationality. Table of Contents Children's abilities...  [Read more]

Mon, 24 May 2021 Charlotte Lam Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Tips for Working with Local Teachers in Hong Kong Are you considering teaching in Hong Kong as a native English teacher (NET)? If yes, do you know who you are going to work with? Here are some ways you can effectively prepare yourself and collaborate with the local teachers in school. Table of Contents 1. Listen and observe 2. Build relationships and gain trust 3. Communicate actively 4. Provide support to your collages Are you ready to teach English in Hong Kong? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! 1. Listen and observe Most of the teachers are local in Hong Kong kindergarten. Therefore, you are very likely to partner and work with a local class...  [Read more]

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Most Problematic Challenges for English Learning in Japan Japan is a Pacific Island nation whose history is marked by periods of nationalism and seclusion, as the Japanese government closed the borders to international trade. The lack of foreign influence in Japan has enabled a unique culture to flourish and the population to remain nearly 98% homogenous, meaning nearly everyone that lives in Japan is Japanese. Table of Contents English in Japan Speaking Difficulties Classroom Atmosphere International Programs Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Andrew C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs...  [Read more]

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching Key Phonics Sounds to Early Learners A key barrier to achieving fluency for ESL students is a mastery of individual phonics sounds. My experience with ESL students from Southeast Asia has led me to focus on techniques for the particularly difficult L, R, M, and P phonics sounds. In this essay, I propose methods for using the straight arrow ESA lesson plan to introduce and drill phonics sounds with young learners. Table of Contents The Engagement Stage The Study Stage The Activate Stage Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ethan W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The...  [Read more]

Mon, 18 May 2020 Mia Santarelli Destinations The Top Travel Apps to Use While Traveling In Italy You've renewed your passport, packed durable walking shoes, and typed up a detailed itinerary directing your steps in Italy. Your Italian ducks may seem like they're in a row, but sometimes, a dream adventure to a foreign country can turn into a stress-filled series of mishaps, unless you take advantage of technology and the apps that will make your trip a dream come true. The first time I traveled to Italy, I could not wait to arrive and begin exploring the hidden histories that the winding cobblestone streets offer their visitors. Navigating a city like Florence, in which the streets are decorated with signs indicating streets that curve into twisty knots, like a bowl of al dente...  [Read more]

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways to Develop Students’ Positive Attitude 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 student's learning feedback, the classroom, the teachers, the English language and its culture. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Students' experiences Types of motivation Some of these factors Physical conditions of the class Methodology Teacher's attitude Success perception Psychology Family, environment and...  [Read more]

Sun, 12 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Does a Non-Native English Speaking Teacher Give in on the Point of Teaching? The United States of America, Canada, The United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa, Australia, and New Zealand. If one is not a citizen of one of the aforementioned countries, they are not likely to be considered as a native English speaker. There are certain countries such as the Caribbean Islands, India, Philippines and Singapore in which English is the official language and which use English as a primary language among the citizens. However, they are not recognized as native speakers of English due to various reasons, mainly accent, even though the use of the English language, including both grammar and vocabulary, doesn't differ too much from British...  [Read more]

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Drastic Problems of Chinese Learners in English Language has always played an important role in communication between people. Today, in the globalization, the importance of mastering a foreign language has become increasingly prominent. English is the most widely used language in the world. Table of Contents English Status in China Reasons for Low Results in English Economical Challenges Differences in Two Languages Cultural Background Lack of Proper Study Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Xiao W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. English Status in China In the 21st...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Learn English Grammar In today's world learning English is no longer a possibility, but an essential part of being a world citizen. However, we must face the fact- for some people- to learn English grammar is not so easy and fun, they hate grammar and even think it is the most boring part of learning a new language. On the other hand, others are extremely interested in learning grammar rules and practice it as much as they can. Table of Contents There are Eight Practical Steps to Learn Grammar Easily. Learn as many words as you can Talk to people Watch, Listen and Learn Ask for Correction Know the parts of speech Look for patterns Practice verb forms Use Technology in your favor Do you want to teach English abroad or online?...  [Read more]

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Makes a Good Motivator? Learners, whether children or adults, tend to lack attention in the classroom at some point. Certainly, this problem varies from one type of age-range to the other. Indeed, this issue may be due to different reasons: mature students may be tired from work, whereas youngsters may struggle to keep up with the content. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Classroom Motivation Teacher's Personality Punctual Teacher Choice of Activities Methodology Group Work Implementing Different Strategies Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Debora M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent...  [Read more]

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Problems for Learners in France and How to Overcome Them Being an American living in France has given me firsthand experience as to what it is like to struggle with learning a new language. I studied Spanish for six years, in Junior High and High school. Language acquisition was easier then. I can attest to the fact that younger learners learn more quickly. For me, the two major problems with learning French are the tenses and not being able to understand what people are saying. I get stuck in the present tense, often forgetting to change tenses in conversation. I also need to hone up on my listening skills. Table of Contents What problems do native French speakers have with the English language? The other big problem that people...  [Read more]