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Is a 120-hour TEFL enough? When prospective English teachers consider a TEFL certification, a common query is the adequacy of a 120-hour TEFL certificate for classroom or online teaching. While the duration might initially seem limited, it is important to note that a 120-hour TEFL certificate is the standard benchmark set by the majority of ESL employers worldwide. Alongside the core training, some institutions might emphasize classroom experience. Recognizing this need, several TEFL programs offer courses inclusive of classroom-based hours, catering to those job requirements and ensuring teachers are both qualified and experienced. Table of Contents What is a 120-hour TEFL course? Is a 120-hour TEFL course enough to get a TEFL job? Are all 120-hour TEFL courses the same? How much does a...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What Makes You a Good Teacher? The role of a teacher is to help students acquire knowledge so that eventually, they can be competent in understanding and communicating in English. A good teacher is a successful teacher. The success or failure of a teacher lies not only on his/her teaching styles, but more importantly, the learning of the students. To a certain extent, the personality of the teacher may affect the learning of his/her students, but what is more indispensable is the relationship between the teacher and the students. A non-threatening relationship with the students can help to build the students' interests in learning, and create an atmosphere that is conducive and light-hearted for learning. A good teacher is also a...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Talk for 1 Minute About Traveling - Speaking Cards These printable conversation cards will help your students develop their speaking skills.   How to use the cards Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certification with ITTT.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Tolerance and Cultural Sensitivity in The Classroom Since one of the essentials of being a good teacher is being respected by your students, it's very important to make sure one does not offend culturally by one's behavior or the content of the lessons. Lessons should be fun and at times feel "free" in the sense that students are laughing and interacting with each other and with the teacher perhaps in a game, but at no point should boundaries be crossed that would make students uncomfortable or put them in a defensive posture. Table of Contents Rapport Special Cultural Aspects Examples of Cultural Misunderstanding Do you want to learn more about other cultures? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Introduction to Classroom Management for ESL Teachers Successful teaching often depends on the ability of the teacher to manage the classroom. The frequent occurrence of disciplinary problems and poor structure of the classroom can have a considerable effect on teaching and learning. Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring students for a better teaching/learning environment. Classroom management is still considered an essential part of teaching and learning activities. It may vary in arrangement and development. It refers to the infrastructure, space, lights, furniture, boards, etc. and the methods, strategies, and skills that teachers use to maintain a classroom environment which results in success for the students....  [Read more]

Is a 120-hour TEFL enough? Many trainees wonder if a 120-hour TEFL certificate is adequate to teach in a classroom or online when looking for a teaching position. It may not appear to be enough time to become a competent teacher, but we guarantee that it is possible. Most ESL employers and schools will want you to complete at least 120 hours of training before applying for their vacant jobs. Some employers may even require that you have some classroom experience alongside the 120 hours of study. There are various TEFL courses available that contain this number of study hours, as well as some level of classroom practice, making them ideal for jobs that require experience. What is a 120-hour TEFL course? A 120-hour TEFL course is a training program for English speakers who want to teach...  [Read more]

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Tue, 21 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Seating Arrangement in the Classroom to Enhance English Learning There are many distinct elements that influence what goes on inside a classroom. From the actions of the teacher and the students to the material used, the structure was chosen for the lesson, one could theoretically come up with a myriad of variables that can, positively or negatively, impact what goes on inside a classroom. Therefore, in order to better "stack the odds" so as to ensure that every lesson goes as smoothly and successfully as possible, it is the teacher's obligation to try and "tweak" these variables in his favor. One of these is the seating arrangement in the classroom. Table of Contents Consider facilities of your classroom Traditional seating...  [Read more]

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Tue, 05 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a Matter of Global Citizenship Over the last hundred years, the world we live in has changed significantly. Businesses now communicate across borders effortlessly and friends can stay connected using technology no matter where they are on the planet. Although major languages around the world remain important to local cultures, the need for a common global language has risen due to the connection of all continents via technology. English naturally emerged as a global language to fill this void, largely because it is spoken as the native language of the United States of America, which has a very expansive economy. Table of Contents Demand in English Teaching Experts Overestimation of Technological Power Pros to Learn...  [Read more]

Do TEFL teachers need a second language? The simple answer is no, you do not need to have any knowledge or experience of languages other than English to take a TEFL course or to become an EFL teacher. The ability to speak other languages is not required as the vast majority of TEFL classrooms around the world rely on the communicative approach to English teaching that specifies that English is the only language used in the classroom. Table of Contents How can I teach English if I don't speak the student's language? Does it help if a teacher has learnt a foreign language? Should I learn the local language while teaching English abroad? How can I teach English if I don't speak the student's language? In a diverse EFL classroom, where students may hail from varied linguistic...  [Read more]

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Significance of Multiple Intelligence in the Classroom This essay focuses on what "multiple intelligence" is, a comparison between multiple intelligences and the traditional notion of intelligence, what these multiple intelligence categories ("modalities") are, and their significance in the classroom context. Table of Contents The MI Theory Types of Intelligences Traditional Approach Benefits Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Stephanie T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The MI Theory "Multiple intelligence" was a theory developed by Professor Howard Gardner in the...  [Read more]

Sat, 15 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching and Learning Through Multiple Intelligences This essay on the Multiple Intelligences is based on my past 26 years of teaching experiences at the elementary and middle school grades, as well as teaching in teacher education in higher education at the university level. I have conducted much research on the area of Multiple Intelligences, however, this essay will be based on my memory and experiences of teaching utilizing the Multiple Intelligences; thus, references are not included as they have been an accumulation throughout the last 26 years of teaching. Table of Contents Methodology Learning Domains 1. Numbers 2. Art and Crafts 3. Body Language 4. Music 5. Social Skills 6. World Around Do you want to learn new teaching...  [Read more]

Older Posts 10+ Activities for Teaching English Summer Camp Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas A lot of English teachers abroad teach English summer camps in a variety of formats at both private and public schools across the world. These activities for teaching English summer camp will help you create fun lessons your students will always remember! The Best Countries to Teach ESL When You're 50+ Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information Teaching English abroad is not only for fresh college graduates! The market for senior teachers is increasing and schools around the world are hiring those with experience. Check out the best countries to teach ESL when you're 50+. Teaching English in China - the Salary and Budget Guide Federico Riva Budget and Salary Destinations ...  [Read more]

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 Russ Tuff TEFL Information Alumni Experiences COVID-19: What Can English Teachers Abroad Do? "What we can't see can't hurt us" - Really? Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: The COVID Action Plan 1. Will we have jobs? 2. How will the classroom look, and can we still make a difference to others? Let me know your thoughts. Related Articles: Not many businesses will do well out of this current CoronaVirus / COVID-19 pandemic gripping the planet with fear at the moment, (unless we are toilet paper manufacturers) as we stand, waiting like a deer in the headlights for something we can't see to hit us. I don't know what COVID-19 means, however, I was looking for a positive way to think about it and I came up with: "Communication Of Virtual Instruction Design" For...  [Read more]

TEFL Nagoya | TEFL Japan From Sumo wrestling, the most authentic Japanese cuisine you’ve ever tasted, ancient castles and Pagodas, skiing in the mountainous north and beach hopping in the tropical south, ancient and bustling cities like Tokyo and Osaka, Japan caters for every type of traveller. Japan is unlike any country you’ve ever been to with the most bizarre but fascinating experiences available throughout the country, and a scenery like no other. A distinct balance between ancient and modern- Japan opens up a whole new world. Nagoya is an ideal destination for an in-class, immersive TESOL course experience in Japan. It is the fourth largest city in Japan, which means that as a TESOL student, you get the full experience of high paced life in Japan, but at a much lower cost than...  [Read more]

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 Luciana Maluf Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Emerging Technologies for TEFL and How to Use them in Your Classroom Emerging technologies, such as VR and augmented reality, are taking off in the English Language Classrooms globally. Table of Contents The Benefits of VR in a Classroom How VR can Enhance your Classroom Here are two spectacular ways you could implement them in your English classroom: Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! The Benefits of VR in a Classroom VR and Augmented reality allow us to create environments of mixed learning where virtual and real objects are combined and incorporated into the Classrooms around the world with the objective of...  [Read more]

Thu, 29 Nov 2018 Jon ITTT TEFL Information The Best Programs for Volunteer Teaching Abroad Earning a TEFL certificate enables you to help some of the world's most disadvantaged people by volunteering your skills as an English teacher. There are volunteer programmes recruiting English teachers to work in areas all over the world and volunteer teaching is a truly worthwhile and rewarding experience. Below are some of the main ways you can enlist as a volunteer English teacher. Table of Contents United Nations Volunteers United Nations Volunteers Online The British Council Peace Corp Voluntary Service Overseas Pay to Volunteer Look at Home Volunteering Tips Know what you're paying Know where you're going Fundraise Listen to this blog post Are you ready to be a volunteer English...  [Read more]

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 Zainab Sadriwala Alumni Experiences Hybrid Classrooms: The Way Towards The Future It's almost been many months since we started the process of transitioning towards online education due to the COVID-19 outbreak. In fact, there has been a complete shift from the traditional way of teaching to a virtual method. The world has come to believe, and more so understand, that virtual classrooms remain the need of today. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. The habit of research 2. Using suitable and relevant technology in the classroom 3. Ensuring better preparation of material 4. Clear instructions for classwork and homework 5. Following rules and discipline 6. Testing methods could be improved 7. Retention of students was considered more Do you want to teach...  [Read more]

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Simple But Effective ESL Flashcard Activities If you teach English to Young learners, then you will know that flashcards are one of the best tools a teacher can take with them into the classroom. So here I want to share five activities with flashcards. I hope you like my flashcard activities in this essay. Table of Contents What are flashcards? The following are these five activities with flashcards: 1. TRAIN RIDE 2. MEMORY MASTER (How many flashcards can you remember?) 3. VOLCANO (Don't touch the lava!) 4. GO AWAY RAIN! 5. RINGS Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ma M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent...  [Read more]

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 Juan Pedro Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Main Differences Between In-Class and Online Teaching I remember the first time I sat in front of a computer waiting for my online student to arrive. I had already been teaching in-class for about two years, but this was my debut in the unknown online waters. Table of Contents Student participation Types of activities you can do Equipment needed Controlling the use of the student's first language Monitoring student progress with the activities Wrapping up Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In the current world, online teaching has gained more popularity due to the pandemic. Yet, a few years ago, when I started with it,...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles 7 Activities for Teaching Conditionals in the ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Use these 7 activities for teaching conditionals in the ESL classroom to help your students understand the correct structure and usage of this complex grammar point. 5 Simple Ways to Motivate Your EFL Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas As an EFL teacher, it is imperative that you know how to motivate your students. These 5 simple ways to motivate your EFL students will help you to achieve just that. 10+ Activities...  [Read more]

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Career Opportunities With a TEFL Certificate When you start to look around for ways to use your Teaching English as a Foreign Language certificate (TEFL) you begin to find out that there are numerous options available to teachers of English. For many people around the world, learning English as a second language has become necessary for advancement in their jobs, for education and travel as English is quickly becoming the language of the world. For this reason, there are many options when it comes to teaching English. These options include teaching abroad, teaching ESL (English as a Second Language) online and even teaching in your local communities to immigrants. Let's explore some of these options together. Table of Contents...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The Importance of Teaching Pronouns Inclusively In a writing classroom, instruction in proper pronoun use is typically limited to a short lesson on pronoun agreement. The pronoun must agree with the antecedent in both gender and quantity. Apart from this, pronouns are not seen as worth much class time; they are assumed to be uncomplicated aspects of the writing process. Many teachers will overlook pronoun disagreement in student writing with the assumption that there are writing errors that are more urgent than instruction in the finer details of pronoun agreement (e.g. the "correct" pairing of the singular "everyone" with the singular "he/she" rather than the colloquial-singular "they"). Pronouns are assumed to be easy to ascribe...  [Read more]

Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in the Classroom While Teaching English   Join us for a live session on "Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in the Classroom While Teaching English" and learn how to become an effective and successful English teacher! Our TEFL expert Linda will share the most common pitfalls and provide you with practical tips and strategies to enhance your teaching skills. Don't miss this opportunity to take your teaching career to the next level. #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...  [Read more]

Accreditation Distance TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Accreditation Distance 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.C. - Australia said: CALL (Computer Aided Language Learning) The presence of computers in all kinds of classrooms is becoming more and more common, and the language learning classroom is no exception. In this essay I will address the impact of computers in the language classroom and what adjustments need to made to adapt to computer aided language learning. The advantages of having computers in the classroom are numerous. students can access interactive...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 7 Ideas on Using Social Media in the ESL Classroom In the modern classroom, teachers need to be flexible with technology and digital materials to help students achieve better results. With the ideas on using social media below, you can diversify your lessons and engage students even more effectively. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Keep Me Posted 2. ESL Blog 3. Connected Classrooms 4. YouTube Channel 5. Digital Citizenship 6. Hang out! 7. Edmondo Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Listen to this blog post: 1. Keep Me Posted For this activity, you need to create a public page for your class on a social media...  [Read more]

Sun, 17 May 2020 Gökhan Yilmaz Alumni Experiences The Way to Effective Learning: Online or Onsite? After the coronavirus, schools all around the world started switching to online classes. Even before the pandemic, there were a lot of people already recognizing the benefits of the online classroom and when the corona crisis began, more people were convinced of the many benefits of learning online. Table of Contents Let's take a look at the benefits of online learning. Online learning is incredibly flexible. An online classroom is always accessible. Time management is everything. Do you prefer learning online or onsite? Related Articles: Let's take a look at the benefits of online learning. Online learning is incredibly flexible. The first reason I would like to mention is that...  [Read more]

Price Short TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Price Short 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 E.K. - U.S.A. said: Establishing Rapport Each year, classrooms around the world are entering their first day of school. The teacher stands at the door greeting the new faces and the students file in, timid at first, and eager to see what this new teacher has in store for them. The first words out of the teacher?s mouth need to be encouraging yet authoritative in order to establish the correct and appropriate rapport in the classroom. This is why I chose this subject to research...  [Read more]