Basic Esl Lessons

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Basics of Planning and Reviewing a Lesson The lesson plan functions as a roadmap for the teacher, providing an organized framework for the planning, preparation, and execution of the lesson and serving as a record of what has been completed. It should not be a detailed script, but rather a guide that allows for flexibility and adaptation in the classroom. The plan is a living document that may continue to be refined and enhanced after execution, incorporating lessons learned. Table of Contents Basic Class Identification Learner Objectives Personal Aim Language Point Anticipated Problems and Solutions Procedure Information Lesson Review Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was...  [Read more]

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Top 5 Free Resources for ESL Teachers Even experienced teachers have difficulty sometimes thinking of new ways to plan and deliver their lessons. The following list gives a set of 'go to' resources, for new and experienced teacher alike, to use for ideas and activities. These examples have been chosen on the basis that they are actually useful, saving teacher time when looking for lesson ideas and materials at all levels and in a wide variety of teaching situationsEach of the websites indicated were correct for the time of writing. You may need to find alternatives if domain names have changed. Also be aware that over time, popular free website resources are sometimes later monetized, either partly or in full. Table of...  [Read more]

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Alumni Recommendations on Obtaining a TEFL Course Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) as a course contains a variety of units that are meant to enable an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher to be prepared for the classroom and everything that they may face. Some of the most important benefits of the course are the units on the three main components of lesson structure, lesson planning, possible problems in the classroom, grammar overviews and classroom management. Even if the TEFL is not a requirement, it is an invaluable resource meant to provide support to ESL teachers wherever they may teach. Table of Contents ESA Methodology Grammar Review Preparing for Classes Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Main Principles of Teaching Beginners Whom a student is defined within about same parameters by different sources. The Collins COBUILD Advanced Dictionary also has two definitions of the word student. Table of Contents The Basis of the Article Useful Tips Program Core Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: The Merriam Webster dictionary (online) has two definitions of students which are as reproduced below: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate PAUL D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The Basis of the Article For this summative assignment, the second definition by the Merriam-Webster and Collins COBUILD...  [Read more]

Do TEFL teachers need a second language? The simple answer is no, you do not need to have any knowledge or experience of languages other than English to take a TEFL course or to become an EFL teacher. The ability to speak other languages is not required as the vast majority of TEFL classrooms around the world rely on the communicative approach to English teaching that specifies that English is the only language used in the classroom. How can I teach English if I don't speak the student's language? In multilingual classrooms where the students could have a dozen or more different first languages, being able to communicate in one or two of them would obviously be of no particular advantage. In monolingual classrooms you may also find that students are more inclined to revert to their...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Adults’ Learning Differs From Teenagers’ and Children’s Learning? ESL teachers must acknowledge that it is not equal teaching English Lessons to children, teenagers, and adults, there are some wide differences between the practices used in each case, classroom, population, levels, and country where English is taught, on this paper we will check how an ESL lesson may be affected by these variables, and how we could overlap them on the practices used in teenagers and adults English lessons. Table of Contents Basic concepts Self-concept Personal Experience Adults learning process Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Javier V....  [Read more]

ESL teachers needed ONLINE to work with IT professionals Date posted:2023-11-26 | Writer: Unifyhub | Email: [email protected] Unifyhub, a corporate language learning and content creation company with offices in Tallinn (Estonia), and Saint-Petersburg (Russia)  is looking for ESL teachers to join our international team of professionals. In the past 14 years, we have helped over 100,000 people learn English, get into foreign universities, travel freely, and get better jobs. Our mission is to improve people’s lives and careers by helping them master their language knowledge. Responsibilities: ESL teacher (online)•    Teaching Business and General English to corporate clients (adults) in groups and individually online (normally up to 100 academic hours per month)...  [Read more]

Teach Children and Adults English in Madagascar Date posted:2019-02-14 | Writer: Speak English Tana | Email: [email protected] Speak English Tana is a well established family-run ESL school. We are recruiting native speaker level EFL teachers to join our team and provide EFL lessons for children, youth and adults in classes and individual lessons in Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar. Depending on your experience, you will be teaching classes, animating an English club, or tutoring individuals and small groups. Our work environment is friendly and supportive. We expect teachers to be professional, outgoing and to show initiative. We can use all that you have to offer! We will have new courses starting towards April/July 2019. If arriving from abroad you would...  [Read more]

Exam TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Exam 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 C. Y. - Japan said: Teaching vocabularyOne of the most difficult aspects of teaching English to esl students is vocabulary. native speakers learn vocabulary through immersion and trial and error. From when they are very young, they pick up most of their basic vocabulary from their environment. The ESL student does not have the benefit of this method of language acquisition. Their environment does not usually assist in the acquisition of English vocabulary, therefore teaching this aspect of English...  [Read more]

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas What is a Beginner EFL Student and How Do You Teach Them? When you decide to take a TEFL certification course with the intention of teaching English abroad, in your home country, or online, it is difficult to know who you will actually end up teaching. Once you have finished your training you could end up teaching primary aged children, teenagers, or adults. They could be from any country worldwide and they could be at any level of English language from beginner to advanced level. In many ways it is a bit of a lottery, so you should ensure you are ready to deal with all types of environments. After a while most teachers develop a preference for the type of student they prefer to teach, however, the beginner EFL student is often the most...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching Formal and Informal Language in the ESL Classroom Just as important as knowing the grammatical rules of a language is knowing how the language is spoken within its native cultural contexts. Every language will have a wide range of cultural contexts for its use, each with its own set of stylistic rules. For example, academic papers, business cover letters, and text messages adhere to very different sets of stylistic rules and are evaluated accordingly. Broadly speaking, these styles of use will fall on a scale between formal and informal language. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What is Formal and Informal Language? How to Teach Formal Language in the Classroom How to Teach Informal Language in the...  [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 Role of Music in an ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares her thoughts on music as a significant part of the development and its importance for an ESL classroom. Lesson Planning as a Matter to Self-Organization at The Beginning of Your Teaching Career | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate explains why planning your lessons is important at the beginning of your career. A Teacher's...  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 3 Important Questions About Lesson Planning Lesson planning is an important part of being a TEFL teacher. While experienced TEFL teachers may appear to not require a plan it is only because they have probably taught a lesson so many times that the majority of their plan is in their head. They will still have a good idea of how they want and expect the lesson to proceed. Inexperienced TEFL teachers will need the structure a good lesson plan provides. Table of Contents What is the purpose of lesson planning? What are the basic tenets of lesson planning? What is the lesson planning process? Preparation Teaching Reflection Are you planning to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Can You Teach Without a Preparation? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the lesson preparation. Simple Rules Which Help to Keep Students Motivated Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on several things to follow to motivate students in the classroom. My Personal Reflection On My First Teaching Experience Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their own story of teaching career beginning. Differences Between Public and International Schools in China Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate explains...  [Read more]

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Pros and Cons of ESL in Kindergarten Learning a new language is not an easy task, regardless of the age it is learned at. Typically it is a little easier to learn languages at a young age, as most of the learning process is done subconsciously and most activities are geared to be fun and informative. It is important to begin learning languages at a young age and begin to stimulate the different parts of the brain involved in language processing. Therefore it is important to begin learning English as a foreign language in kindergarten classes. Table of Contents Anticipated Problems Teaching Ways Personal Experience Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Teaching Skills in the Classroom are the Gateway to Success When a teacher walks into a classroom for the first time no matter if they are a new teacher or experienced teacher, their first lesson's skills and techniques will determine the success for the rest of the class you are offering and to ensure all objectives/ aims are reached effectively by both yourself as a teacher and your students. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Top Teaching Skills Effective Methodology Necessary Language Skills Do you want to acquire new teaching skills? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kevin A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 Ashton March TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What to Expect in a Small ESL Program Imagine yourself preparing for your first day at your ESL school. You've created a cute presentation for your first lesson, prepared the group activities for your large classroom, and are overjoyed at the thought of meeting your smiley students. Except, you find yourself in a small classroom with one or two students, no tech whatsoever, and figuring out how your group activities are going to work now. Table of Contents Creating Your Own Curriculum Lack of Resources Small Classes Remember this! Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Teaching at small, low-resource...  [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 English as a Global Language: What Motivates Students to Learn English? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Every student has their own motivation and purpose to learn English. Our TEFL graduate dwells upon this topic. Increasing Teachers’ Confidence in an ESL Setting | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A confident teacher is an effective teacher. Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to increas TEFL teachers' confidence. Games as a Booster of English Skills | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [Read more]

Archives for July 2023 How to Make a Living Teaching ESL Online Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we will look at three of the most common ways that ESL teachers can work and earn a living online. These three methods are: Working for a company, working on a profile marketplace and finally freelancing. We will conclude with some general pros and cons for teaching English online. 5 Tips for Effective Online ESL Teaching Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover 5 invaluable tips for ESL teachers to excel in online teaching! Master the platform, plan classes carefully, understand students' needs, participate actively, and seek feedback. Elevate your online teaching game! 3 EFL Teaching Methods You...  [Read more]

Teach English in Hong Kong Date posted:2019-12-27 | Writer: Educating Earth | Email: [email protected] Here at Educating Earth we have been teaching ESL, travelling and working abroad since 2008 and are very familiar with the all-encompassing feeling of wanderlust that travel grants us. We currently have opportunities in Hong Kong with a 12-month contract, 5 day working week, and varying hours. Positions are available in schools and language centres. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Preparing and delivering English lessons to children of varying abilities • Preparing lesson tasks and homework which is in accordance with the school’s curriculum • Classroom management • Marking and providing appropriate and supportive feedback to quizzes/tests, writing...  [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]

Volunteer TEFL Positions in Costa Rica Date posted:2020-03-26 | Writer: Copey Learning Center | Email: [email protected] Copey Learning Center has volunteer positions to teach approximately 15-20 hours per week. Volunteers are responsible for planning their own lessons so should have experience teaching EFL/ESL or another subject, together with TEFL/TESOL certification, and/or a degree in education.   Volunteers get room and board in the home of a local family for $250 (US) a month. Room and board includes housing, three meals per day, and basic amenities such as laundry and cleaning. Because we are a community-based, non-profit entity, we cannot provide a salary or stipend for our volunteers.   Living with a local family provides volunteers an opportunity to...  [Read more]

Course Online: 370-hour TESOL diploma course with tutor(TEFL/TESOL Certificate & Diploma)     Are you looking to take your TEFL certification to the next level? The online diploma with tutor support is the most advanced course we offer. The Diploma in TESOL Course is the most advanced online certification that we offer. The course is popular with a wide range of trainees as it adds a high-level qualification to your CV/resume that allows you to apply for more prestigious teaching positions that typically offer a higher salary and greater responsibility. As the diploma course begins with our standard 120-hour online TEFL certification course that covers all the basic subjects new teachers require, the diploma course is open to complete beginners, as well as those with some...  [Read more]

Volunteer TEFL Positions in Costa Rica Date posted:2017-08-14 | Writer: Copey Learning Center | Email: [email protected] Copey Learning Centers is a community-developed, non-profit education center and is an ideal place for TEFL graduates to use their skills. It was developed and is run by local community members to provide English as a Foreign Language classes to students of all ages. The learning center is located in the Zona de Los Santos, a mountainous region two hours south of San José. VOLUNTEER POSITIONS: All positions are volunteer English teaching positions. Volunteers teach approximately 15-20 hours per week and are responsible for planning their own lessons. Volunteers should have experience teaching EFL/ESL or another subject, an EFL/ESL certification, and/or a...  [Read more]

What does an EFL teacher do? Presuming that you have already done a bit of research into teaching English as a foreign language, you will probably already be aware of the basic role of an EFL teacher, i.e, to teach non-native speakers to speak, read, and write in the English language. However, there is a whole lot more to the role of an EFL teacher than simply standing in front of the class and teaching vocabulary and grammar. Your exact role will depend on the individual employer and the environment where you are actually working, but there are several things that will be expected of you in most situations. What does an EFL teacher actually do? For many teachers the most time consuming aspect of the job is planning and preparing lessons in advance. While teachers with plenty of...  [Read more]

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Methods of Teaching Vocabulary in the Classroom While sentence structure and grammar are the foundation of the English Language, vocabulary is the glue that holds it together. An expansive vocabulary allows students to feel confident in their abilities and communicate more effectively. There are many methods of teaching vocabulary and in each class, the teacher may need to use different methods. This is because each class will be made up of different students each with their own learning style. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What is vocabulary for? Lesson structure Sample Lesson Plan Depending on students' age An example of a more beginner class could entail: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today?...  [Read more]

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Help Chinese Native Speaking Students in Their ESL Practice China is one of the leading countries in the world that has been in the search and quest to learn the English language. In recent years the demand to learn English has been on a rise. Every school tries to have a teacher who can teach the language to the learners. However, in this process of learning, many learners encounter a series of problems which make the language learning process not an easy task both for teachers and students. However, we are going to be looking at very common problems students learning English as a foreign language face in China. Table of Contents First Language Lack of Interest Pronunciation Difficulties Ways to Solve The Abovementioned...  [Read more]

TEFL Positions in USA Date posted:2016-01-07 | Writer: Ardmore Language Schools | Email: [email protected] Ardmore Language Schools are experts in providing educational travel courses to students from all over the world and have occasional opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. With over 25 years of experience, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality courses including language, cultural and specialist sports programs in our residential centers. Each summer, we employ over 200 residential members of staff at the most prestigious universities and colleges throughout North America (non-residential positions are also available). Ardmore staff members live and work together in our residences to oversee all aspects of our courses in a lively and fast-paced environment....  [Read more]

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas TEFL vs. TESOL: Understanding Your ESL Certification Options This is a frequently asked question, and it can start to be answered by asking another question… Where are you in your ESL teaching career? Regardless of your answer, there will be a course that will meet your specific needs. So what are the options?Let us start with the basics; the minimum qualification required by most ESL employers worldwide is a 120-hour TEFL or TESOL certificate course. The good news is that there are a number of ways in which this can be achieved. Table of Contents TEFL or TESOL Travel to learn or stay at home? What are onsite TEFL courses like? What are online TEFL courses like? a. 120-hour TEFL certification b....  [Read more]

Tue, 07 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How to Establish Rapport with Students A teacher has an important responsibility to get to know his or her students to ensure that they are engaged with the lesson on a daily basis. Learning another language is not easy so it is imperative that a teacher does everything in his or her power to get to know their students and become as familiar with them as possible. One of the most effective ways a teacher can begin to do so is by establishing rapport with their students. Table of Contents When should a teacher build good relationship? First day activities Planning lessons In addition Are you ready to teach ESL students? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kathyrine...  [Read more]