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Mon, 10 Feb 2020 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 5 Great Activities For Black History Month in the EFL Classroom It's Black History Month! Now, Black History often falls short in EFL classrooms but if you are able to include it into your EFL curriculum abroad (and you should!) here is an important reason to do so: Table of Contents 5 Great Activities for Black History Month in the EFL Classroom 1. Class Meeting 2. Read Alouds 3. Biographies 4. Black History Biography Necklaces 5. Interactive Board Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: You get to focus on the amazing culture, history, and contributions of Black people, something a lot of EFL students would never otherwise learn. 5 Great Activities for Black History Month in the EFL Classroom 1....  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! The Correct Order of Adjectives in English   When you use more than one adjective, you have to put them in the right order or it will sound very strange. Do you say, "I want a big black cat" or "I want a black big cat?" Let's take a look at infographic below.   So, do you say, "I want a big black cat" or "I want a black big cat?" The first one is correct. Why? If "big" is size and "black" is color, then it should come first because size is number (2) and color is number (5) on the infographic above. You can use this chart for all orders of adjectives. A quick and easy way is to always place the adjective that is easy to change first. Number 1 (Opinion) can be changed more easily than number 6 (Origin: where...  [Read more]

TEFL in Spain - Albacete Date posted:2003-02-14 | Writer: Black & White Language School | Email: [email protected] Black & White Language School, Albacete, Spain Black and White Language School are looking for two fully-qualified English teachers (experience preferred) to work at least a 30-hour week with a contract with Social Security, paid christmas holidays, bonuses etc. You will be required to work with children, teenagers and adults. If interested please contact us: Jennifer Jolicoeur/Sarah Taylor by e-mail - [email protected] by tlf/fax- Spain 967 50 94 29 by post -Black & White Centre, Capitan Grant 6, 02003 Albacete, Spain. References and interview necessary. Interviews begin in March. Starting Date: October 2003 Albacete is a medium sized...  [Read more]

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Learning Techniques and Educational Assessment In an article that explores the future of Assessment for Learning (AfL), Popham (2006) draws on the difference between the traditional approach known as assessment of learning, which focuses on determining what pupils know for the purposes for grading and reports and Assessment for learning, which focuses on helping 'teachers use assessment, as part of teaching and learning, in ways that will raise pupils' achievement' (Assessment Reform Group, 1999, p. 2). Table of Contents Learning Styles Assessment Methods Research of Assessment Techniques Successful Strategies Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

TEFL in Albacete, Spain Date posted:2004-08-24 | Writer: Black and White centre | Email: [email protected] Albacete is a medium.sized town, with a resonable standard of living, lots of facilities, good nightlife, fantastic local food, etc.It is situated one and a half hours from Alicante and two hours from Madrid and Valencia.The province has some very beautiful villages and towns and lots of rural tourism.If you are looking for a fun environment and lots of variety then this is your place.contact us at Black and White Centre on 0034 967 50 94 29 or by e-mail.Satrting date is 1st October 2004 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...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Praising Students: Is it Necessary for ESL Settings? I am a teacher in a training center for young learners in China, Beijing. Our school has a praise system, to be more precise our school has its own money that students can use to buy some toys from our school's shop. To get this money students should listen to the teacher, do their homework, and pass the tests. The teachers can give them money even for each lesson if they want. And it is really useful to maintain discipline in the classroom. It's the first reason why we should praise the students. The second reason is that if you praise the students it increases their self-esteem and they are more likely to enjoy their course and be motivated during it. Table of Contents Speaking...  [Read more]

Older Posts Your 5 Step-Guide to a Successful TEFL Course Completion Russ Tuff TEFL Information So you are in two minds whether or not to do a “Teaching English as a Foreign Language” course. I get it, I was there as well. Trust me, I understand; that’s a lot of money to outlay, and what’s more, you don’t even know if you are going to pass the course. 7 Tips for Setting up Your Online Classroom Karah Musani Teaching Ideas One of the most daunting things about teaching online is setting up your online classroom. You have to set up the lighting, buy props, make sure the camera is at the right angle, and find a suitable headset. It can be expensive and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here is what I’ve learned about setting up a cheap, organized...  [Read more]

Living and Teaching English in Bulgaria - Habits, Customs & Curiosities Bulgaria is a destination worth considering as there are always plenty of jobs available and the cost of living is low in comparison to many other European nations. Its Black Sea coastline offers miles of quiet beaches to relax on during the summer months, while winter sports lovers will find some great options for skiing and snowboarding. If Bulgaria interests you, take a look at the following for some insight into the country, from travel tips and attraction guides to some interesting facts and figures. Travel Tips for Bulgaria SOURCE: foursquare . com/v/%D0%BF%D0%BB%D0%BE%D0%B2%D0%B4%D0%B8%D0%B2-plovdiv/4e2ae95052b1b8f1985b2e76 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Facts About...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Job Descriptions ESL Worksheet This is a great worksheet for English lessons about jobs and occupations. This worksheet has 15 job descriptions. Students should read the job description and write the correct job/occupation in the blank space.   In this ESL worksheet, students should read a description of a job then write the correct job name in the blank space. Incorporate this worksheet in your lessons about jobs and occupations to practice and review jobs and occupations vocabulary while also practicing reading comprehension.     Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out...  [Read more]

TEFL in Stavropol, Russia Date posted:2005-06-13 | Writer: English OK | Email: [email protected] English OK in Stavropol, Russia requires English teachers for the September, 2005 school year. Only applications from teachers native to Canada, United States, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand will be accepted. Our school teaches all levels and ages. Most classes are from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mon - Fri with weekends free. Requirements * University degree * TESOL or other teaching certification * teaching experience preferred Benefits * 9 month contract * well above average local wages * airfare subsidy * free private, furnished flat * company paid local phone, gas, water, and electricity * visa assistance * company paid medical coverage * company paid trips to the Black Sea...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas 7 Alternatives to Boring English Worksheets The grammar worksheet is an integral part of any English class. It's straight-forward and gets the job done. Nevertheless, both teachers and students always welcome alternatives to the, often so boring, worksheets. Here you go - ten alternatives to boring English worksheets! Table of Contents 1. Videos 2. Interactive Pieces 3. Scrambles 4. Flipping Books 5. Stations 6. Coloring Sheets 7. Non-Fiction Are you ready to revamp your worksheets? Related Articles: 1. Videos These days, a lot of learning occurs visually and many more students respond to visual learning. Have your students make their own videos or research and show videos relating to an English grammar point to the class for a great...  [Read more]

Compliment vs Complement - English Grammar - Teaching Tips   In this video we explain the difference between 'compliment' and 'complement'. Both used as a verb and a noun, 'compliment' expresses something nice about someone, for example: I complimented my brother on his delicious cooking. In this example, the word 'compliment' is used as a verb. Let's take a look at a sentence where it is used as a noun: I gave my brother a compliment on his delicious cooking. The word "complement" on the other hand is used when two things go well together, or complete each other. The word is especially often used to indicate that two foods go well together. It is also often used in fashion, such as here: 'Her black dress complements her red hair,' or 'That wine complements the fish very well'. This...  [Read more]

University In China is Looking for TEFL Teachers Date posted:2009-07-22 | Writer: Jixi University | 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.   Ultimately our whole jobs as teachers will be troubleshooting what does and doesn't work...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Challenges for Vietnamese Students in American English Pronunciation Today, Vietnam is entering the world stage as a united and independent country, eager to learn English, but unable to meet its standards for EFL education. Vietnamese students are a victim of several unfortunate coincidences in pronunciation, and often complain that reading and writing are easy to learn but speaking and listening simply impossible. Two huge differences in the way these languages differentiate words have made English communication into a "black box" for the Vietnamese, more difficult for them to penetrate than for other Asian peoples. Among these differences are the very small number of shared sounds, as well as tonogenesis, a pitch-based method...  [Read more]

3 Full-time Teachers Needed: Odessa, Ukraine Date posted:2004-04-19 | Writer: The London School Of English | Email: [email protected] The school is situated on the high street in Odessa, right on the Black Sea, and provides courses for children (min 5 years old), teenagers, adults and businesses. The London School of English has been in existence in Ukraine for 8 years and also has schools operating in Kiev and Donetsk. The school in Odessa currently employs 6 native teachers and 3 non-native. At present we have 400+ students. We require: 3 Full-time native English teachers required to begin working in September. Contracts are for 11 months (renewable). Salary ranges from $700 to $850 per month depending on experience.Accommodation is also provided. This affords a very good...  [Read more]

Teach English in Czech Republic (3) Date posted:2011-01-12 | Writer: Liberec Language School | Email: [email protected] We are looking for a native English speaking teacher with an EU-passport, at least one year teaching experience and TESOL/TEFL certificate to teach adults at our language school in Liberec. Our school is mostly focused on teaching company courses in Liberec, general, business and technical courses. We teach both small groups and 1to1 classes and have a full schedule. The staff here will help you with setting up a business licence, finding suitable accommodation and career development. 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...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Mother's Day Mad Libs This is a fun Mother's Day mad libs worksheet to share a laugh with your ESL students on this special day.   How to play mad libs Hand the sheet out to your students. To play, have your students fill in the form with whatever words they like. When they are done, you can do a story time where every student can read one setence of the story and reveal the word they chose for the blank.  Mad libs generates a lot of fun and laughter in the classroom and also lets you students be creative and practice their vocabulary.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Thanksgiving Mad Libs Printable Who doesn't love mad libs? This free printable is perfect to create fun stories around Thanksgiving. Hand it out to your students and have them fill in the gaps.   How to play mad libs Hand the sheet out to your students. To play, have your students fill in the form with whatever words they like. When they are done, you can do a story time where every student can read one setence of the story and reveal the word they chose for the blank.  Mad libs generates a lot of fun and laughter in the classroom and also lets you students be creative and practice their vocabulary.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT....  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Printable Autumn Adventures Mad Libs Who doesn't love mad libs? This free printable is perfect to create fun stories around autumn season. Hand it out to your students and have them fill in the gaps.   How to play mad libs Hand the sheet out to your students. To play, have your students fill in the form with whatever words they like. When they are done, you can do a story time where every student can read one setence of the story and reveal the word they chose for the blank.  Mad libs generates a lot of fun and laughter in the classroom and also lets you students be creative and practice their vocabulary.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT....  [Read more]

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas Great Ideas for Teaching Listening Skills in the ESL Classroom Of the four language skills taught in an ESL classroom, listening skills are often overlooked as teachers can be unsure how to make these lessons interesting and relevant to their students. However, as listening skills are a fundamental part of the language learning process, it is vital that we give them the classroom time they deserve. The good news is that there are many ways to make listening skills lessons both fun and productive. Here are 6 ideas for livening up your lesson plans. Table of Contents Popular Culture Secret Phrase Celebrity Squares Describe the Picture Listen and Quiz Vowel Cards Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach listening skills in the...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Russia (3) Date posted:2013-09-04 | Writer: British Academic Centre | Email: [email protected] British Academic Centre Krasnodar, a professional school in the south of Russia, is urgently looking for TEFL qualified teachers for the next school year. We offer job opportunities to qualified EFL teachers from all over the world. Krasnodar is the capital city of its region in the south of Russia. The surrounding area has many attractions to offer such as the Black Sea, the Sochi 2014 Olympics, and a variety of scenery and stunning views. The city itself is well developed and can offer all the entertainment and comfort of a modern city. Requirements: University Degree  (at least a Bachelors) TEFL/TESOL/CELTA/DELTA Certificate Two years experience is...  [Read more]

Wed, 23 Jan 2019 Laura Payne Destinations 5 Weekend Trips You Have to Take While Teaching Abroad in Tokyo Tokyo is a dream city for many people who aspire to live abroad. It is modern yet traditional, and a vibrant culture of food, fashion, and popular media among other things ensures that it has something for everyone. For all its excitement, however, Tokyo is only one part of Japan as a whole. Each area of the island nation holds a distinct culture of its own, offering a myriad of experiences for travelers. Luckily, those who teach English in Japan have easy access to the country's major airports and extensive bullet train lines, meaning they can access almost anywhere else in Japan within a few hours. While living in Tokyo make the most of your experience abroad, and try checking...  [Read more]

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Does Good Classroom Management Look Like? A good student-teacher relationship inside the classroom is necessary for the instructor to teach efficiently and for the students to learn effectively. Several factors need to be taken into consideration to manage the classroom well. Table of Contents Body language Grouping Black board Classroom size TTT Rapport Challenged behavior Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Roxanne C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Body language First of all, good eye contact should be established within the classroom. This signifies the connection...  [Read more]

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Secrets of Effectively Teaching Core Vocabulary Being an English teacher, teaching skills are very important. The quality of learning result depends on many factors, but the teacher's methods are the essential elements for learners' learning progress, motivation, enthusiasm, etc. to help them have the best result in studying English. I will concentrate on "How to teach vocabulary effectively". Table of Contents The Role of Vocabulary in Communication Engagement Delivering New Means of Communication Practicing Acquired Linguistic Devices Other Ways to Teach Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nhat D. Please note that this blog post might...  [Read more]

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 5 ESL Classroom Halloween Decor Ideas October is here and Halloween isn't far away! Whether you teach in your country or abroad, this festival is exciting as it has specific cultural features. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Theme inspiration: 1. Halloween Porch Decor 2. Halloween Window Decor 3. Halloween Ceiling Decor 4. Halloween Desk Decor 5. Halloween Learning Center Decor Are you ready to start your own teaching adventure? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In this blog post, we share five fun Halloween decor ideas for your ESL classroom. Get inspired, and feel free to encourage your students to help you decorate the classroom!...  [Read more]

English Grammar Overview - Parts of Speech - Adjectives   Moving further down our list of parts of speech, we have our adjectives. Adjectives modify or describe nouns. Basically, they give more information about the noun. Here, we've used a noun such as chair. It could be any old chair. It's only the noun. If we want to describe the noun, we need to use an adjective before it. So, I could say "I have an old black leather chair". Here, we have to be concerned about the adjective order. In this instance, I started with age, as age typically goes before color and then I use the color to go before the material. This is a certain pattern. Depending on the adjectives you want to use, you always have to use certain patterns to which you'll need to be aware of when teaching your class....  [Read more]

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Alumni Experience: I Wish I’d Known That Before The Class The Cambridge English Dictionary defines the word "hindsight" as "the ability to understand an event or situation only after it has happened." That is why people tell you that "hindsight is a perfect science." So with the benefit of hindsight and looking back after completing some 220 hours of TEFL training, I see that there are, indeed, several things that I wish that I had known before starting the course, both on the positive and the negative sides. Table of Contents My Positive Start Working Experience Possibilities TEFL Market Today Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Speaking Tips C1-C2 Levels in English Are you about to take an English speaking exam or simply want to improve your speaking skills? These advanced C1-C2 level English phrases are going to spice up your English conversations and make you sound more professional at the same time.   What to say when you don't understand the question We've all been there. You're in a conversation and get asked a question but you have no idea what to answer or don't understand the question. Instead of giving a blank stare or blurting out "huh?", there are some more professional things to say when you don't understand a question: Personal Preferences Getting asked about things you like and dislike is part of almost every conversation....  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 3 Steps for Teaching ESL Vocabulary Effectively Words are an essential part of the structure of English sentences. If we want to speak English as a foreign language, we need to know new words and even progress. Considering a student who needs to know and learn new words as a teacher, we have to answer this question "What impressive ways do you have in teaching ESL vocabulary?" Table of Contents To effectively acquire new ESL vocabulary, students must go through four essential stages: 1. Noticing and understanding new words Introducing nouns, things, objects, animals, etc. Introducing adjectives Introducing abstracts 2. Recognizing new words Bingo Matching 3. Producing ESL vocabulary Descriptions...  [Read more]

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Key Points of The TEFL Course With ITTT Being a tutor in a foreign land and who doesn't have a TESOL certificate is kind of cumbersome. There are things that I did as a self-declared teacher however failed to understand that I was erring. Table of Contents My Feedback Course Contents Deeper Knowledge Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Husein B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. My Feedback The course educated me quite a lot of things that I truly give thanks to the team for informing. I learned a theoretical and sensible foundation that necessitated me in having acceptable...  [Read more]