Books For English Language Beginners

Federico Riva Read my articles Course Books and Materials: Dictionaries | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we are going to consider the types and use of dictionaries. Which is the best dictionary for the different levels of student to use and what are some of the things we should and should not do with them? Course Books and Materials - Best Use of the Course Book | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas In this blog post, we will consider how best to use the teaching material course book that often accompanies a course. There are a number of strategies we can adopt to get the most out of the book in different situations. Coursebooks and Materials - Authentic and Created Materials | ITTT |...  [Read more]

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas What are some useful ESL teaching resource books? The market for ESL teaching books is very large and all the major publishers have some form of involvement in the production and selling of these resources. There are many different types of books and resources that are used in ESL teaching and we will consider three main categories.1) General teaching theory books2) ESL book series3) Activity resource books Table of Contents General teaching theory books ESL book series Activity Resource books Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! General teaching theory books As an ESL teacher unless you spend your entire career...  [Read more]

What is a TEFL curriculum? Across the globe, there are five widely accepted levels of EFL learners, which are represented in the teaching materials and book series available for students and teachers. These levels are commonly referred to as: Note: Any levels above these are typically termed 'advanced' and aren't usually taught in standard settings. Please note that different curricula may categorize these levels in various ways. For instance, the Touchstone series from Cambridge uses a four-level scale, which, however, covers the same content as a conventional five-level scale. Another series, "Cutting Edge," encompasses six levels, including an advanced level, along with the standard five. Let's examine some representative syllabus content for each level from the "Cutting Edge" series,...  [Read more]

What is a TEFL curriculum? Across the globe, there are five widely accepted levels of EFL learners, which are represented in the teaching materials and book series available for students and teachers. These levels are commonly referred to as: Note: Any levels above these are typically termed 'advanced' and aren't usually taught in standard settings. Please note that different curricula may categorize these levels in various ways. For instance, the Touchstone series from Cambridge uses a four-level scale, which, however, covers the same content as a conventional five-level scale. Another series, "Cutting Edge," encompasses six levels, including an advanced level, along with the standard five. Let's examine some representative syllabus content for each level from the "Cutting Edge" series,...  [Read more]

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 12 Course Books to Improve Your General English Lessons for Adults As a newly qualified TEFL teacher the chances are you will be working for a school which supplies its teachers with all the resources needed to teach successful lessons based on a set course. This article shows a selection of the course books that are available for teaching general English course to adults from a number of publishers in the TEFL industry. Table of Contents Oxford University Press Cambridge University Press Pearson/Longman Macmillan Are you ready to teach English to adults all over the world? Related Articles: There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the TEFL classroom. The main publishers are Oxford University...  [Read more]

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Stories for Teaching English to Different Groups of Students Reading is one of the key elements for all English learners. By reading authentic stories and books, not only do we learn reading and understanding the text we are working with, but we also expand our vocabulary by discovering new authentic words you wouldn't be able to find in your course books, and more importantly, you can see it in context which makes it easier to remember and use those words and structures in the future. Table of Contents Younger Students Teens and Adults Resources Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Julia P. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Agency Weekend TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Agency Weekend 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 T.W. - South Africa said: Teaching Beginner StudentsWhen teaching beginners, there are a few very important points to consider achieving the best results. students that are beginners in the English language usually suffer from nerves and a lack of confidence, it is important not to let the students feel so overwhelmed that they lose all interest in learning a foreign language. But on the up side beginner learners are usually the most enthusiastic and faster learning of all...  [Read more]

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Improve Your Young Learners Classes with these 30 Course Books TEFL teachers both new and experienced will benefit from having a range of course books to draw on for their lessons. General English course books for young learners differ from those for adults in a number of ways. Obviously the types of topics will be geared towards the interests of younger people but there are also differences in the way the language is presented. Course books for adults will generally have sections with explicit presentations of a grammar point,whereas books for young learners do not usually cover grammar in detail. Table of Contents Oxford University Press course books for young learners Cambridge University Press course books for young...  [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]

Fri, 29 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Common Learning Difficulties Faced in ESL Settings Learning is always hard especially learning something new such as English learning. English is a different new language compared with Chinese, so when we are learning, definitely we will meet all kinds of difficulties in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Table of Contents Most beginners think listening is the most difficult part of English learning. Speaking can be improved dramatically from zero in a short time but it's quite difficult to speak accurately. For most Chinese people, English reading is not as difficult as listening or speaking. Writing is always the hardest part of English for Chinese students. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today!...  [Read more]

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Stories for ESL Students of Different Age Groups Stories expose the students to more language, they engage and motivate the learner, they can be used to teach the structure of a language and the concepts about print which may be different between cultures. Stories with images can also help the students anchor their knowledge about the text. Listening to stories also helps the students hear accents and how words are pronounced. However, it is important to choose the correct book or story for the students you are working with. If familiar storylines are chosen the student is more likely to understand the story. It is also important to take into consideration the interests of the students and to find text on those topics. Table of...  [Read more]

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 14 Course Books to Improve Your Business English Classes Business English falls under the umbrella of English for Specific Purposes (ESP), and is an area of English language teaching that focuses on the language students need in order to function in an international business setting. It is a popular sector for qualified TEFL teachers to work in and one that can be financially rewarding. Students taking business English classes will generally already have a reasonable level of English language ability and course books tend to be aimed at pre-intermediate level students and above but there are books aimed at lower level students. Table of Contents Oxford University Press Cambridge University Press Pearson/Longman Macmillan Collins ELT Are you...  [Read more]

Narrowing Down Your ESL Teaching Niche for Greater Profit   ESL Teaching: Are you a beginner ESL teacher willing to kick start your career or an experienced one struggling to increase your income? Then, this live stream is exactly for you! Learn why choosing a particular niche is vital and why being a Jack of all trades isn't fruitful these days. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

TEFL: How to teach vocabulary? Teaching new vocabulary is a substantial part of an English teacher's role, especially when working with beginners or lower-level students. A considerable amount of lesson time is dedicated to learning new words, making it critical for the teacher to employ effective methods for optimal results. By using proven techniques, teachers can help their students retain new language skills and boost their confidence in using them both inside and outside the classroom. Teach new words in context One of the most beneficial strategies for helping students remember new language is teaching it in context. Simply listing new words on the board and expecting immediate comprehension might lead to disappointment. When introducing new vocabulary, it is advisable to group...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas All You Need to Know About Teaching Beginners Teaching English to beginners is a challenge for new and experienced ESL teachers. Although with proper planning, materials, getting the students engaged and motivated in the lessons can make teaching English to beginners fun and rewarding especially when your students start to get the hang of it. It's a great feeling to see them move from having absolutely no knowledge of English to be able to speak basic English. A few things to think about. Talking a lot is just going to waste your time and leave you frustrated. Two keep your lessons fun with as much talk time as possible for the students, allowing them to practice what they are learning in a fun environment. Always praise your...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Tips for Teaching Different Types of English Learning Groups There are many types of English learning groups and each group requires different teaching techniques. In my opinion, English learners can be divided into 2 groups: beginners and English learners for specific purposes. Beginners can be students who have no English at all or know a few simple structures. They can be children or adults. English learners for specific purposes are students who have a basic English level and want to achieve their specific aims of learning. Table of Contents Young Beginners Adult Beginners English Learners for Specific Purposes Conversation Learners Business Students Examination Classes Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related...  [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]

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas It's Not Rocket Science: Teaching Slang and Figurative Speech in English Classrooms Understanding the use of slang in a different language is a benchmark for fluency. Once a speaker is able to navigate society by listening and speaking slang, they are better able to assimilate among native speakers. But whether or not colloquial speech has a place in English classrooms is debated among teachers. While formal English takes precedence in many classes, teaching slang can be important depending on students' reasons for learning English and their experience with the language. Incorporating slang can also be a motivational tool for teaching disengaged students. Table of Contents Get to Know Your Students Consider Their Level and Needs Do...  [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, 15 Feb 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences My Experience Taking a TEFL Course with ITTT The course was informative and comprehensive. Since I had a good grasp of the language, initially I thought I would go to the classroom and teach. But after deep pondering, questions crept up in my mind: What if I run out of ideas in the middle of the class? What if my students are not motivated? What if the lessons I provide are not effective? There is so much more to teaching. The list of my apprehensions went on, and that was when I decided to enroll in a course. After doing some research, I found ITTT with its internationally recognized TEFL/TESOL program. Table of Contents Teaching methodology Lesson planning Video lessons Receptive and productive skills Course books Student assessment Are...  [Read more]

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Use English as a Global Language to Improve Student Motivation In this paper, I will discuss the reasons for students to learn English, and ways in which the teacher can help the students find motivation for learning said language. My arguments stem from the fact that English is one of the most beneficial languages to know in an increasingly global economy and a great number of different areas. Table of Contents Reasons to learn English English in the global world Motivation and happiness Teaching beginners Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Vemund V. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

TEFL: How to teach vocabulary? When teaching vocabulary in TEFL, it is imperative to employ strategies that maximize retention and practical use. Key approaches include: Harnessing these methods, TEFL teachers can ensure students not only learn but also effectively utilize new vocabulary both in and outside the classroom. Table of Contents Teach new words in context Frequent repetition is a must Use pictures and other visuals Use games to practice new vocabulary Teach new words in context One of the most beneficial strategies for helping students remember new language is teaching it in context. Simply listing new words on the board and expecting immediate comprehension might lead to disappointment. When introducing new vocabulary, it is advisable to group related words together rather...  [Read more]

TEFL in Quito, Ecuador Date posted:2007-06-07 | Writer: Lenguatec | Email: [email protected] We are a school that specializes in teaching English to professionals at all levels of learning, from beginners to high-advanced business English learners. Classes are small, between 1 and 5 students. We provide all teaching resources--books, CDs, videos, etc. Classes are on-site at the institute or for corporate students, at their offices. The ideal candidate would have: * a university degree * English teaching experience * TEFL certification * working knowledge of Spanish Full-time positions are available for July start. To hire teachers, we ask for a minimum 6 month commitment. Teachers will be responsible for legalizing their visas before arrival. We will assist in finding...  [Read more]

Internationally TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Internationally 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.R. - Korea said: Things I wish I had known before starting the courseWhen I first started teaching English here in korea, I had no previous teaching experience. My very first teaching was with elementary school students at an academy for 2 years. Since it was a private English academy, my top priority and responsibility was to finish the course books on time. I was always pressed for time and had no time to play games or do activities other than studying. So, all I needed...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Bulgaria Date posted:2015-07-30 | Writer: The Real English School | Email: [email protected] The Real English School has 3 full-time positions for TEFL qualified teachers starting in September 2015 and running through to June 2016. The school opened in Veliko Turnovo in 2005 and has quickly become the fastest growing language school in the region. We offer foreign language lessons in English and Bulgarian, and house an extensive library of books in English as well as other languages. We are a family run school located in the heart of Veliko Turnovo, a thriving university town with a rich history located in central northern Bulgaria.    Benefits: Excellent salary and benefits. Free accommodation. Small, friendly school in the centre of town. Couples...  [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]

What are the 4 skills in TEFL? In TEFL, students must master four essential skills to achieve holistic language proficiency: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. These are divided into two categories: productive skills (speaking and writing) and receptive skills (listening and reading). Each skill is pivotal, ensuring learners are well-equipped for diverse English-centric environments, be it in the workplace, further education, or during travel. Table of Contents Listening Speaking Reading Writing Listening In the journey of learning our first language, listening is the initial step, as it enables us to absorb the language around us. For English students, listening is key to understanding the nuances of native English speakers' language usage, including the emphasis or omission of...  [Read more]

What are the 4 skills in TEFL? The process of acquiring a new language involves mastering four fundamental skills: Reading, writing, speaking, and listening. These skills are categorized into two areas: Productive skills (writing and speaking) and receptive skills (reading and listening). In any English language classroom, ensuring the comprehensive coverage of these four skills is crucial to foster balanced English proficiency in students. While having students who can articulate in English fluently is commendable, they may face challenges in the future if they struggle with English reading and writing, especially in the workplace, for further education, or while traveling. Listening In the journey of learning our first language, listening is the initial step, as it enables us to absorb...  [Read more]

English Language Teacher Wanted in Vietnam Date posted:2022-06-04 | Writer: Duc Trong English Centre | Email: [email protected] DEC is a small but successful independent English Language centre in a town in the central Highland of Vietnam approximately 1 hour’s flight north of Ho Chi Minh City.We are seeking an English language teacher to work at our centre starting in August 2022, preferably until June 2024, although we can be flexible about contract length. Because the area is relatively poor, students pay only $10 per month for their tuition, and the poorest pay nothing at all so we are not a wealthy language school. The teaching position will involve teaching 12 x 90 minute lessons per week over 6 days Monday – Saturday, the teaching sessions are all in the afternoon and...  [Read more]

TEFL certified Teachers Wanted in Italy Date posted:2015-11-24 | Writer: The Dawson Group Italia | Email: [email protected] The Dawson Group Italy is a well established, friendly, language school business with a good reputation. We are currently looking for TEFL certified teachers for full time positions in Bologna and Parma. Our business was founded in 1994 to meet the needs of professional language training for companies and professionals. Known throughout northern Italy in the business community with over 1000+ adult students annually, we work with many well known multinational companies with students ranging from beginner to advanced (A1-C2). Our lessons are conversation based, with teacher materials and student books provided, also using web based tools to facilitate learning....  [Read more]