Best English Learning Resources

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Top 5 Free Resources for ESL Teachers Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Teachers, new and experienced spend a lot of time planning lessons and preparing materials. Anything that can help reduce this task is always welcome. Here are five trusted and tested sites to do just that. The Role of Diagnostic Tests in an ESL Curriculum Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Explore the pivotal role of diagnostic tests in ESL curriculums, bridging learning goals through analysis and application. Tips on How to Speak English More Fluently Hoàng Minh Huy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Dive into the transformative realm of English learning with technology. Uncover how AI revolutionizes fluency through...  [Read more]

Archives for August 2023 Fostering Flourishing Futures: Empowering Young ESL Learners with Innovative Strategies Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Unlock the secrets to inspire young ESL learners! Discover proven strategies for a vibrant classroom, fostering confidence, and embracing diversity. Navigating Learning Difficulties: Understanding, Strategies, and Success Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Unveil the realm of learning difficulties. Discover insights into causes, strategies, and resilience against challenges. Benefits and Challenges of Personalized Language Learning through 1-to-1 Teaching Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Explore the pros and cons of one-to-one language teaching. Personalized learning vs. limited...  [Read more]

Older Posts Mastering English Language Sounds: Enhancing Pronunciation and Auditory Receptive Skills Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Unlock the power of English sounds! Learn how to enhance pronunciation and listening skills across different age groups. The Role of Diagnostic Tests in an ESL Curriculum Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Explore the pivotal role of diagnostic tests in ESL curriculums, bridging learning goals through analysis and application. Tips for Working with English Teachers in Vietnam Hoàng Minh Huy Destinations Alumni Experiences Navigate teaching English in Vietnam with insights: observe local culture, build relationships, and contribute effectively. What are some useful ESL teaching resource books? ...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained Mastering English Language Sounds: Enhancing Pronunciation and Auditory Receptive Skills Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Unlock the power of English sounds! Learn how to enhance pronunciation and listening skills across different age groups. What are some useful ESL teaching resource books? Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas There are many different types of books that are useful in ESL teaching and these fall into three main categories: General teaching theory books, ESL book series, and activity resource books. The best books for a teacher will depend entirely upon the situation they find themselves in and there is no ‘one answer fits all’ solution. Is getting a TEFL or TESOL certificate difficult? ...  [Read more]

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas Top Online Lesson Plan Resources for New and Advanced Teachers For many new and experienced EFL teachers, one of the most challenging aspects of their career is coming up with lesson plans that are both engaging and effective. Even if your employer provides a specific textbook to follow as a curriculum, you will often find that this can be rather dull for the students unless you spice things up by adding in some fun and original ideas from an outside source. By searching online you will find a huge amount of sites offering all manner of resources of varying quality and relevance. To save you the hassle of searching through them all, we have listed our 5 favorite websites that you can use to find quality lesson plans free of charge. Table...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles Navigating Learning Difficulties: Understanding, Strategies, and Success | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Unveil the realm of learning difficulties. Discover insights into causes, strategies, and resilience against challenges. Benefits and Challenges of Personalized Language Learning through 1-to-1 Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Explore the pros and cons of one-to-one language teaching. Personalized learning vs. limited peer interaction. Top 5 Free Resources for ESL Teachers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Teachers, new and experienced spend a lot of time planning lessons and preparing materials. Anything that can help reduce...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Role of the Teacher in an EFL Classroom The world is changing, mindsets are changing and so is teaching. Although the basic qualities of a teacher remain the same, a teacher has to be adaptable to ensure that maximum growth, maturity, knowledge gain, motivation, and success is achieved in their classroom. Table of Contents 1. The teacher is a participant 2. The teacher is a facilitator 3. The teacher is a counselor 4. The teacher is a resource 5. The teacher is an assessor 6. The teacher is a manager 7. The teacher as an evaluator Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ashleigh C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Three Key Parts of Classroom Management Proper classroom management is a crucial skill in teaching English as a foreign language. A good teacher will possess the skills and an awareness of how to navigate the classroom setting. Furthermore, a teacher who has good classroom management will produce a positive learning environment where learning is maximized. Three critical skills in classroom management are rapport building, effective lesson planning, and using a diversity of teaching resources. Table of Contents Why Establishing Rapport is a Crucial Part of Classroom Management Why Lesson Planning is a Crucial Part of Classroom Management Why Diverse Teaching Resources are a Crucial Part of Classroom Management Are...  [Read more]

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Enhancing ESL Reading Lessons: Strategies and Materials for Effective Learning Reading comprehension is a crucial skill for ESL (English as a Second Language) students to develop. As teachers, it is essential to select appropriate resources and employ effective techniques to maximize the benefits of reading activities in the classroom. In this blog post, we will explore various types of reading materials, discuss strategies to improve reading comprehension skills, and highlight the importance of integrating discussions into the learning process. Table of Contents Types of Reading Materials Authentic Materials: Non-Authentic Materials: Strategies for Improving Reading Comprehension Skills Skimming and Scanning:...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 6 Reasons To Use Flashcards When Teaching Teenagers And Adults This summary is focused on the use of flashcards with activities that the English teachers can use in the teaching-learning process. These activities are created not only to present new vocabulary, and practice pronunciation, but also to get students to participate in class. The use of flashcards helps teachers to introduce a new word through an image and that image is about any vocabulary words. Moreover, the main focus is that flashcards engage the ability to think clearly which is considered efficient learning. The majority of this generation learns best by seeing the information in an example format. Students of all ages are far more likely to remember visuals rather...  [Read more]

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Where to Find Materials for Online English Lessons Hello and welcome to the weekly ITTT live session, my name is Liza and I'm glad that some people have joined already. I hope everything works smoothly here and you can hear me clearly and see me well, if not please let me know in the comment section so that I can fix it quickly. Today we are going to talk about the vital topic of lesson materials. Table of Contents Watch the live session here Before Finding Lesson Materials Types of Materials Okay, and Louise from Italy says that she teaches b2-c1 levels and they are totally online. So Louise, what struggles do you have when you prepare for your online lessons? Let us know. Benefits of Professional...  [Read more]

Where to Find Materials for Online English Lessons   Hello and welcome to the weekly ITTT live session, my name is Liza and I'm glad that some people have joined already. I hope everything works smoothly here and you can hear me clearly and see me well, if not please let me know in the comment section so that I can fix it quickly. Today we are going to talk about the vital topic of lesson materials. I know that many people struggle looking for resources and content for their lessons so this is something I want to look at today. While we are waiting for some more people to join us, please let me know where you guys are tuning in from. I'm located in the Euro region of Russia in Yekaterinburg city, it's pretty chilly today and it is also snowing so my plan is to go skiing right after...  [Read more]

Fri, 13 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How a Teacher’s Flexibility Can Improve Student Learning Learning a new language is a collaborative effort between students and teachers, and while students may have different levels of motivation to learn, a teacher can and should develop the skills needed to adapt to ensure the student can retain the most knowledge possible. Teachers should have the flexibility to adapt instruction based on student personal factors such as age, cultural impacts, and prior student experience with English. Teachers also have the ability and responsibility to adjust instruction based on classroom limitations or to take advantage of all available resources. Finally, teachers need to be flexible enough to take an objective look at the effectiveness of...  [Read more]

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Top Ideas on How to Improve English Skills as a Non-Native English Teacher Hello everybody, it's Liza here. We are just about to start today's live session that is devoted to ideas on how to improve English skills. While I'm waiting for more people to join me let me just tell you about these live sessions. So we are doing them weekly and right now there are a lot of videos to check out on our YouTube channel and our Facebook group. If you missed any of these live streams you can go to our social networks and see any of them there. Table of Contents Watch the live session here Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video...  [Read more]

Top Ideas on How to Improve English Skills as a Non-Native English Teacher   Hello everybody, it's Liza here. We are just about to start today's live session that is devoted to ideas on how to improve English skills. While I'm waiting for more people to join me let me just tell you about these live sessions. So we are doing them weekly and right now there are a lot of videos to check out on our YouTube channel and our Facebook group. If you missed any of these live streams you can go to our social networks and see any of them there. Welcome to the new session and if you haven't heard already my name is Liza and I'm a non-native English teacher from Russia. I can see that there are some people from the Philippines here. Aaron, am I pronouncing your name correctly? Welcome from the...  [Read more]

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Online Workshop: How to Create Lessons Based on Videos Hey there it's Lizzy here and I'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly live stream. This live stream is provided by ITTT, International TEFL and TESOL Training. If you haven't watched our recent live streams please feel free to go to one of our social networks and check out the previous videos, because we share really useful topics on a regular basis. Today's live stream is going to be devoted to creating lessons based on videos. Table of Contents Watch the live session here Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the live session here I'm going to change the...  [Read more]

Online Workshop: How to Create Lessons Based on Videos   Hey there it's Lizzy here and I'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly live stream. This live stream is provided by ITTT, International TEFL and TESOL Training. If you haven't watched our recent live streams please feel free to go to one of our social networks and check out the previous videos, because we share really useful topics on a regular basis. Today's live stream is going to be devoted to creating lessons based on videos. I'm going to change the size of the slide right now. Let me know if you can see and hear me clearly. There is a comment section in the live stream so feel free to write down any greetings there so I know that someone is there and someone is watching. It's always easier to communicate with the...  [Read more]

Positions Teaching English in Israel Date posted:2019-11-05 | Writer: Wall Street | Email: [email protected] Wall Street invites you to join the world's best English school and develop your TEFL skills! We are looking to recruit part time English leaders from all over Israel for our Corporate Division. Wall Street English School is the leading English language learning institution in Israel. We began operating twenty years ago and now have eleven learning centers spread across malls throughout the country. Here you will work with the best staff, with unique training and many years of experience. We offer you the best international brand in the world, and you will enjoy teaching our English courses, which consist of small groups of up to 5 students. We provide the necessary training and...  [Read more]

Where to Find Materials for Online English Lessons 02/02/2021 hello hello welcome to the weekly ITTT session my name is lisa and i'm glad um that some people have been joining already so um i hope everything works smooth here and you can hear me clearly and see me well if not if anything goes wrong please let me know in the comment section uh so that i could fix it quickly and i'm happy to j uh i'm happy to welcome you here today thanks for coming to this session today we are going to talk about a vital topic of lesson materials i know that many people still struggle uh looking for resources and contents for the lessons so um this is something i want to dwell upon today and uh just while we are waiting for some more people to join us please let me know where are you guys tuning in from...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Importance of New Technologies in the Classroom When we talk about modern education, what a student wants the most is a good classroom and a good experience. With advancements in science and technology, there is a lot of things to expect in the education sector. Incorporating modern technologies in the right mix can lift the spirit of the classroom learning environment. With the convenience, availability, and flexibility offered with new technologies, students would have more interest in learning, sharing and learning new information in day to day basis. Table of Contents 1. Convenience 2. Availability 3. Flexibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Coursebook Review There are thousands of English coursebooks nowadays, and one might get confused while trying to choose a coursebook for the students. I have faced this problem as well, trying to choose the coursebook for private classes with a 7-year-old student who has already learned some English before. Table of Contents Oxford Resources and Materials Coursebook Contents Feedback Structure Revision Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Elena K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Oxford Resources and Materials As far as I am concerned, Oxford University Press is known to be...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The 8 Best Classroom Tools Every Teacher Should Use Kavinna Batra Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Here we have some of the best platforms, resources, and software that will help you manage your online course and achieve – read on! Flashcard Games for ESL Classrooms Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find useful games for your ESL classes. Reading as a Key to Leadership Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How reading can help in learning languages? Read in this blog post. The Importance of Classroom Management and Universal Strategies Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of classroom management and common techniques used by teachers. Behavior Management...  [Read more]

What are the most common concerns for first time TEFL teachers? At ITTT, we firmly believe that English language teaching is one of the most rewarding careers, particularly for those yearning to travel and embark on life-altering journeys. But like any job, teaching English does have its highs and lows. Novice teachers often harbor specific concerns unique to the teaching profession about their classroom roles. Here, we address some recurrent concerns among our TEFL graduates before they embark on their first teaching assignment. Table of Contents What if I don't like my students? What if my students don't like each other? What if my students don't do their homework? What if I have a lot of students? What if my students are at different levels? What if I don't speak the local language?...  [Read more]

What are the most common concerns for first time TEFL teachers? At ITTT, we firmly believe that English language teaching is one of the most rewarding careers, particularly for those yearning to travel and embark on life-altering journeys. But like any job, teaching English does have its highs and lows. Novice teachers often harbor specific concerns unique to the teaching profession about their classroom roles. Here, we address some recurrent concerns among our TEFL graduates before they embark on their first teaching assignment. What if I don’t like my students? Many beginner teachers wonder about this. As a teacher, you will encounter various personalities in your classroom, and it is unrealistic to expect harmony with everyone. The most pragmatic approach in such cases is to maintain...  [Read more]

Thu, 05 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas TEFL Alumna Shares Her Best Lesson Planning Tricks Lesson planning is an important skill and resource for teachers with benefits for the teacher, the students, and the institution accommodating them. By implementing this technique teachers are equipped with a guide that can instill confidence for themselves, as well as clarity for their students and employers. Table of Contents Benefits Points to Remember Ways to Solve Anticipated Problems Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jason T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Benefits One of the primary and more evident benefits of...  [Read more]

Top Tips for Improving English Skills as a Non-Native English Teacher 03/10/2021 hello everybody it's lizzy here so um we are just about to start today's live session uh devoted to some ideas on how to improve english skills and while i'm waiting for more people to join me uh let me just tell you uh about this live sessions so we are doing them weekly on the regular basis and right now there are um a lot of uh videos uh to check on our uh youtube channel or facebook group uh so if you missed any of these live streams um you can go to our social networks and see those live streams hello everybody uh welcome to the new session and um if you haven't heard already my name is lisa i'm a non-native english teacher from russia and i can see that there are some people from the philippines aaron...  [Read more]

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Parent Influence on Child Education Parents are the first teachers a child interacts with, from age zero to around three or four years when the child is exposed to early childhood education at schools. The parent role at this point is very critical for educating the child in; the culture of the society, religion of the family, the first language of the family and educational mentors among the family. Infants at this age are normally very keen on the happenings on the surrounding, and so they tend to model the behavior of the parents or the caregivers. Parents can help the infants feel secure and protected by playing with them. Infants can learn to build social connections when the parents let them be held by other people when...  [Read more]

How to Create Lessons Based on Videos 06/03/2021 hey there it's lizzy here and i'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly live stream uh so this live stream is provided by um itttt international tefl and t soul certification uh training um if you haven't watched our recent live streams please feel free to go to one of our social networks and check out the previous videos because we usually try to give you some value and uh we share really useful topics um on the regular basis and today's live stream is going to be devoted to um creating uh lessons based on videos and uh i'm going to change the size of the slide right now let me know guys if you see and hear me clearly there is a comment section uh in the live stream uh so feel free to um write down type in any words any um i don't know...  [Read more]

TEFL in the Maldives Date posted:2006-11-21 | Writer: Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa | Email: [email protected] Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa is a 150 villa property spread across 2 islands. One of the islands has recently undergone a complete refurbishment which includes beach villas, an over water spa retreat, new F&B outlets including an under-sea restaurant, and stunning new guest facilities: infinity edge pool, two storey gym, ... For pictures and details, please go to Contact us The team of the resort comprises of over 500 team members, of 20 different nationalities, all with a passion for quality and service. We are seeking an English Teacher and this is not a traditional role. You will be responsible for setting up classes, creating the curriculum and...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Punishment in the Classroom: Is it Correct or Not? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on punishment in the classroom. 4 Ways How Parents Can Help Students to Learn English Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how parents can assist in the child's English learning. The Importance of Stories For English Learning in Early Childhood Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching English with the help of stories. 3 Ways to Overcome Stressful Situations in The Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent...  [Read more]