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5 Mental Health Practices for EFL Teachers during the COVID-19 Pandemic - TEFL Blog
Mon, 27 Jul 2020 Rhea Latchu
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5 Mental Health Practices for EFL Teachers during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Within the last months, many countries have been implementing various restrictive measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Thus, many of us have had to adapt to drastic changes in our day-to-day life. Lots of EFL teachers, myself included, are currently stranded in foreign countries with expiring visas and/or contracts. Many are faced with the absence of physical contact from others. Some have even lost their jobs and are currently without an income. Numerous EFL teachers aren't earning their full salary. In addition to that, the ones who were used to face-to-face classes now have to adapt to online teaching. Can you imagine facing all these challenges,... [Read more]
How do I become a TEFL trainer? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How do I become a TEFL trainer?
After completing a TEFL certification course and working as an English language teacher, some people look to branch out into other avenues of the teaching profession in order to gain more experience or to earn a higher salary. One such route is to become a TEFL trainer. Teaching people to become classroom teachers can be a very rewarding and well paid job and a route into management positions or even setting up your own language school.
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What are the basic requirements for becoming a TEFL trainer?
What are the characteristics of a TEFL trainer?
Do I need advanced qualifications to become a TEFL trainer?
How important is classroom experience for a TEFL trainer?
Where can I work as a TEFL trainer?
Who are the main employers of TEFL trainers?
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How do I become a TEFL trainer? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How do I become a TEFL trainer?
After completing a TEFL certification course and working as an English language teacher, some people look to branch out into other avenues of the teaching profession in order to gain more experience or to earn a higher salary. One such route is to become a TEFL trainer. Teaching people to become classroom teachers can be a very rewarding and well paid job and a route into management positions or even setting up your own language school.
What are the basic requirements for becoming a TEFL trainer?
The first and most obvious requirement is to successfully complete a TEFL course. This experience will give you the basic knowledge you need to teach English and also a valuable insight into what it takes to be a good teacher trainer. Crucially, it is not necessary... [Read more]
How to make money as a TEFL teacher - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to make money as a TEFL teacher
Before we answer this question we will first look at the three most common routes towards TEFL qualifications. A TEFL qualification is usually a prerequisite when looking for TEFL employment of any kind. These are:
1) Online courses: a 120-hour TEFL certificate course is the entry level qualification for most jobs. This type of course is conducted 100% online.
2) In-class courses: this type of course is conducted 100% in-class at a location somewhere in the world. Typically these courses also involve teaching practice.
3) Combined courses: this type of course is conducted by a combination of online study followed by a short in-class attendance to complete teaching practice.
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Three most common working options
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Rhea Latchu
I go by many names, however my favourite thus far is Teacher Rhea. I’m a twenty-something year old Trini, catching flights as quick as they can come, all while keeping my Instagram account updated with my travelling pictures. I started my teaching career in Chile before moving onto other countries and continents. Motto: “Choose a job you love and you will never have to work a day in your life.”
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5 Mental Health Practices for EFL Teachers during the COVID-19 Pandemic | ITTT | TEFL Blog
Rhea Latchu
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The most unnatural practice for human beings is the main method in place to fight COVID-19, self-isolation. Becoming accustomed to what seems to be the “new normal”, can take a toll on anyone’s mental health. Below, We... [Read more]
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Why Learning Grammar is Essential
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This blog post was written by our TEFL student who shares their thoughts on the most important qualities of a good teacher.
Phonetics Difficulties for French Students
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In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on some common challenges for French native speakers.
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Two Traveling Teachers Share What It's Like Teaching English Abroad as a Couple - TEFL Blog
Sun, 10 Jun 2018 Katie and Jake from Untold Wanderlust
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Two Traveling Teachers Share What It's Like Teaching English Abroad as a Couple
Teaching English abroad is a thrilling and self-fulfilling job, not to mention the benefits it has upon your students. However, leaving the comforts of your hometown can be quite a difficult thing to do but luckily teaching as a couple helps iron-out those small worries before leaving. Here I have put together an article of my experience of teaching abroad as part of a couple.
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Life Before Becoming a TEFL Teacher
Where We Decided to Teach
The Pros of Teaching as a Couple
Are you ready to teach English abroad?
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How do I become a TEFL tutor? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How do I become a TEFL tutor?
There are a number of EFL teaching scenarios that involve tutoring. The most obvious is that of one-to-one teaching. This can take place in a school, a language center, at a business or privately. Regardless of the teaching scenario, the route to becoming a TEFL tutor is basically the same as becoming a TEFL teacher.
In general there are three ways to gain the certification required to become a TEFL tutor. They all involve a course with a minimum of 120 hours of training.
Online TEFL certification
This can be done from anywhere in the world with a computer and an internet connection. Typical 120-hour courses give you up to six months to complete the course, working at your own pace. These courses will cover the main aspects of EFL teaching, those being,... [Read more]
How do I become a TEFL tutor? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How do I become a TEFL tutor?
There are a number of EFL teaching scenarios that involve tutoring. The most obvious is that of one-to-one teaching. This can take place in a school, a language center, at a business or privately. Regardless of the teaching scenario, the route to becoming a TEFL tutor is basically the same as becoming a TEFL teacher.
In general there are three ways to gain the certification required to become a TEFL tutor. They all involve a course with a minimum of 120 hours of training.
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Online TEFL certification
Onsite TEFL certification
Combined TEFL certification
Online TEFL certification
This can be done from anywhere in the world with a computer and an internet connection. Typical 120-hour courses give you up to six months to complete the course,... [Read more]
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The Main Principles of Teaching Beginners
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Tricks of Teaching EFL in a Kindergarten
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Teaching younger groups of students is fun but challenging and sometimes tricky. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their experience.
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In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers several difficult points to teach ESL students to.
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The Value of Encouragement in EFL Teaching
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Why is it necessary to encourage students in the ESL classroom? Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion and experiences on this point.
Sources and Significance of Motivation in Second Language Learning
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Motivating students is extremely important in terms of teaching EFL students. Our TEFL graduate shares their experiences and explains how to approach to it.
7 Effective Ways to Teach New Vocabulary
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This article contains information on teaching new vocabulary. The activities we suggest are the best for setting your classroom on a fun and engaging way. Students will definitely enjoy... [Read more]
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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.
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What is The Difference Between Teaching ESL and EFL? | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains what is the difference between EFL and ESL teaching.
ESA Principles of Teaching Reading | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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In this article, our TEFL graduate explains how to adjust ESA method to teaching reading.
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Why Should Young Children Learn English? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 20 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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Why Should Young Children Learn English?
Today studying English is one of the most important and prospective goals of the modern world. The age of students has changed and parents are trying to start their children learning a foreign language as early as possible. Preschool-aged children are the most favorable for this activity.
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Most important purposes in teaching preschoolers are:
Basic principles in teaching English in a kindergarten:
Strategies for teaching children in a kindergarten:
Phase Engage (5-10 min)
Phase Activate (15-20 min)
So why should young children learn English?
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15 TEFL Course Testimonials You Should Watch Before Taking a Course
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For ITTT, our community of students and alumni is the most important to us. That’s why we’d love to share what our course grads have to say! This will not only have others make a better decision in whether TEFL/TESOL is for them, but it will also help the ITTT community grow bigger and stronger!
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TEFL Thailand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Full Time Teacher Required To Teach Tefl In Bangkok Thailand
Full time teacher required to teach TEFL in Bangkok, Thailand
Date posted:2004-03-22 | Writer: Bell International | Email: [email protected]
Kindergarten Teachers (Ref: KG-0304) Bell International Bell Language Centres, Thailand
Teachers will be based in one classroom and will be responsible for one class of pupils. Applications are invited now for these posts becoming available in March/April 2004.
Main responsibilities: * work as required to timetable specified by the Director of Studies. This includes administrative tasks and ensuring the day to day upkeep of classroom and resources. * teaching up to 21 hours per week to Kindergarten age learners. * assisting with the development of the Kindergarten syllabus * preparation and submission of detailed lesson plans in... [Read more]
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The Problems of Teaching English Online | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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Teaching English online is now becoming more and more popular. However, there are some challenges in this teaching method that are listed in this blog post.
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Giving feedback is one of the most important parts of being a teacher. Here are 5 great ways to give your students feedback for a successful learning environment.
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Check out these 7 awesome ESL conversation activities that will really get your students talking and help them learn English in no time!
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Reading in English for Children With Learning Difficulties | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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Can I teach English as a foreign language online? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Can I teach English as a foreign language online?
For some teachers, the main reason for becoming TEFL qualified is to open the door to adventures living and working overseas. However, there are many circumstances where teaching over the internet could also be a great option. For recently qualified teachers it can be a convenient way to gain experience while earning money to fund a trip abroad. It can also be a good way to supplement your income from another job. Whether you are in your home country or already living and working abroad, teaching English as a foreign language online might be worth considering.
How do I get started as an English language teacher online?
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Why take a TEFL / TESOL course - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Why Take a TEFL / TESOL course
There are many reasons to take a TEFL course, not least because it is the best way to enable you to work almost anywhere in the world as an English teacher. While there are still some countries and employers that do not require teachers to have a formal TEFL/TESOL qualification these places are gradually becoming few and far between and the days where simply being a native speaker of English were enough to guarantee a teaching job are mostly long gone.
Increasingly, those hoping to teach English as a foreign language are required to have a certificate of at least 100 hours if not 120 hours. Therefore having a TEFL certificate opens up far more employment opportunities than would be available without one. Taking the time to study and complete a course... [Read more]
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Students need parental help but how should it be organized to achieve better results in education? Find out in this blog post.
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Several Peculiarities of Teaching EFL in a Kindergarten
English as a global language, very young learners are becoming an increasingly bigger market in China. Children as very young learners are in a golden period of language learning. Relevant research supports children have a natural ability to learn a foreign language in the same way they learned their mother language. That's why most people are aware that children learn a language more quickly and effectively than adults. So when can children start to learn a foreign language? The answer must be the earlier the better.
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Kindergarten teacher's qualities
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Creating English-learning environment
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How Becoming a TEFL Teacher Can Help You Fulfill your Ultimate Potential According to Abraham Maslow
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Unlock your potential and reach self-actualization with Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Discover the importance of fulfilling basic needs, overcoming barriers, and the power of remote work. Explore how environment impacts mental health and find fulfillment through a TEFL certificate. Read more!
Applying for EPIK in Korea? Top 4 Tips to Prepare for EPIK to teach English in Korea
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Educational Practice: A Look into Issues in Teaching in South Korea
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Educational Practice: A Look into Issues in Teaching in South Korea
For this task, I have selected Korea as a choice for some students having difficulty learning. Korea is one of the countries investing a lot in the field of English education. Also, results achieved by Korean students on the TOEFL test improved by 10 points over the past six years. However, there still seems to be less proficient skills in writing and speaking in English.
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The Main Troubles of Learners in Korea
What I've learned in the Course?
Teaching Materials
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How do I get a job teaching English in Turkey? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How do I get a job teaching English in Turkey?
Turkey is famous as a crossroads between Europe and Asia and it is fast becoming known for its booming market for foreign English language teachers. Demand is very high in all the big cities and tourist resorts as English language skills are becoming more and more important in many fields of employment. It is no exaggeration to say that Turkey offers more opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers than any other country in the region.
What are the requirements for teaching English in Turkey?
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Karachi is a city of opportunities for the citizens of Pakistan and for the people abroad. Here are the top 6 reasons to teach English in Karachi, Pakistan.
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How to make money as a TEFL teacher - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to make money as a TEFL teacher
Before we answer this question we will first look at the three most common routes towards TEFL qualifications. A TEFL qualification is usually a prerequisite when looking for TEFL employment of any kind. These are:
1) Online courses: a 120-hour TEFL certificate course is the entry level qualification for most jobs. This type of course is conducted 100% online.
2) In-class courses: this type of course is conducted 100% in-class at a location somewhere in the world. Typically these courses also involve teaching practice.
3) Combined courses: this type of course is conducted by a combination of online study followed by a short in-class attendance to complete teaching practice.
Three most common working options
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TEFL Spain - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Vacancies For Tefl Certified Teachers In Spain
Vacancies For TEFL Certified Teachers in Spain
Date posted:2015-09-07 | Writer: Meddeas | Email: [email protected]
Do you want to use your TEFL qualification for a once in a lifetime opportunity? Becoming a Language Assistant in a Spanish school with Meddeas is a unique experience that will stay with you for your entire life. During one academic year, you will enrol a structured programme and cooperate in one of our more than 200 educational centres. Moreover, you will add international experience and transferable skills to your CV while discovering a new culture and language. You will receive a monthly grant, which is more than enough to live in Spain. And you’ll pay no fees!
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From Hospitality to Education: Don’t be Scared Just Do It - TEFL Blog
Fri, 11 Sep 2020 Gianluca Costa
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From Hospitality to Education: Don’t be Scared Just Do It
Many of us, at least once in our life, have the desire to change our careers. However, when you spend many years in the same field, it is hard to change to another for various reasons. Mostly it's that your mindset is orientated in a certain way. The idea of change completely seems to be impossible and gives you a feeling of uncertainty but the benefits of undertaking such a big step can be plentiful. I'm here to give you some tips and encourage you to make this huge step.
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Listen to this blog post:
Hospitality? Never again.
I Did It: a Dream Come True
Tips and planning
Lifestyle Improvements
Are you ready to take this huge step?
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