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Mon, 24 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Top 3 Tools For Creating Interactive EFL Activities The online mode of teaching has become a primary one in the COVID-19 era. For many teachers, remote work is not easy especially due to a different approach to creating materials. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Google Slides 2. LearningApps 3. WordWall Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Listen to this blog post: If you still struggle with games and activities for your activate phase of the lesson, take a look at the following three tools that can help you to versatile your Zoom classes and make your students super happy! 1. Google Slides Yes, it's...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 3 Fun Flashcard Activities for the EFL Classroom The idea of flashcards is essentially very simple. They are meant to introduce vocabulary and review existing vocabulary already learned in the classroom. Other than this, flashcards can be placed around the classroom for students' reference when performing activities. They may be used in drilling activities as well but this may also get boring for the students, and should be mainly used for sparking creativity and classroom games. Some of the possible flashcard ideas include, and are not limited to the following; Table of Contents Name cards The missing card activity The final flashcard activity Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was...  [Read more]

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas 7 Simple but Effective EFL Activities with Post-it Notes Listen to this blog post: Post-it notes are a great tool to incorporate into your English lessons and make them more fun for your students. Here are 7 simple but effective EFL activities with post-it notes your students will love! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. And The Answer Is… 2. Sentence Explosion 3. Content Review 4. Prefixes and Suffixes 5. Alphabetical Order 6. Becoming Experts 7. Student News Which is your favorite teaching activity? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! 1. And The Answer Is… This is a very creative activity to get your students' creative juices flowing. Prepare several post-it...  [Read more]

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]

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]

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 Amazing Back-to-School Ideas for Your ESL Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Schools are starting again and students and teachers flock back to the classroom. Check out these simple and powerful back-to-school ideas and your students will surely remember this first lesson of yours for a long time! 7 Go-To Activities For Your ESL Conversation Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas As an ESL teacher, getting your students talking can be one of the most difficult things to accomplish. English learners often lack the necessary...  [Read more]

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 Michela Coticone TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Interesting Ideas for Having an Effective ESL Circle Time Teaching a new language to children can come with many challenges because there is limited time and sometimes limited attention spans. To effectively teach a new language, children need to have a feeling of confidence in the fact that they can perform what they are being taught, and the element of having fun while learning. Children, just like adults, need repetition to effectively learn a task. Repetition Repetition alias Drilling: Is it an Effective Way to Remember Language Points? will allow a child to mentally prepare themselves for a task that will happen at a certain time of the day, therefore they can begin to anticipate what their...  [Read more]

Simon ITTT Read my articles 7 Activities for Teaching Modal Auxiliary Verbs in the ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Simon ITTT Teaching Ideas Check out these 7 activities for teaching modal auxiliary verbs in the ESL classroom that will make your lessons more interesting and help your students learn English in no time! 9 Hobbies Every EFL Teacher Needs To Try When Teaching English Abroad | ITTT | TEFL Blog Simon ITTT TEFL Information Moving abroad to teach English is a great opportunity to pick up new hobbies! Check out these 9 hobbies every EFL teacher needs to try when teaching English abroad!  [Read more]

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 7 Fun Ways to Introduce New EFL Vocabulary Learning vocabulary words is a big part of any EFL classroom. Sometimes, it can be challenging for students to learn and remember new words - this is where the following activities come in handy! Here are 7 fun ways to introduce new EFL vocabulary! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Get Physical 2. Sing it Loud 3. Keep It Real 4. The Root of the Issue 5. Introduce Couples 6. Tell it like It Is 7. Picture It Which is your favorite teaching activity? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Listen to this blog post: 1. Get Physical This activity works well for a lot of vocabulary words. It is based around the total physical response...  [Read more]

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 5 Communicative ESL Speaking Activities Your Students Will Love Speaking activities are essential for English learning as they give a chance to learn new linguistic points, including grammar and real-life listening skills. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Speaking Cards Collaborative Discussion Interview Giving Directions Speaking Boardgame Are you ready to teach online or in-class? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Unfortunately, teachers often omit communicative tasks in the classroom because they feel that it is difficult to manage them. There is also a lack of time to practice speaking; many course books provide ESL...  [Read more]

Archives for April 2022 Theories - Methods & Techniques of Teaching English: An Overview Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Methodology, Approach, Method and Technique, what are all these terms and how do they relate to my teaching ESL in the classroom? We take a look at these concepts and explain their meaning. Productive and Receptive Skills in the EFL Classroom - Receptive Skills - Potential Problems Federico Riva Teaching Ideas The receptive skills of reading and listening, generally get less attention than the other skills of speaking and writing. Here we look at some of the reasons they are avoided and why e should overcome these fears. Productive and Receptive Skills - Speaking Activities Federico Riva TEFL Information In this blog post, we will consider three...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles Theories - Methods & Techniques of Teaching English: An Overview | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Methodology, Approach, Method and Technique, what are all these terms and how do they relate to my teaching ESL in the classroom? We take a look at these concepts and explain their meaning. Productive and Receptive Skills in the EFL Classroom - Receptive Skills - Potential Problems | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Teaching Ideas The receptive skills of reading and listening, generally get less attention than the other skills of speaking and writing. Here we look at some of the reasons they are avoided and why e should overcome these fears. Productive and Receptive Skills - Speaking Activities | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles 5 Fun and Engaging Flashcard Activities | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas of flashcard activities for children of different ages. Teacher as a Key Person in the Classroom Environment | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article was written by a TEFL graduate who explains what roles may teachers have within a classroom. How Teaching ESL Differs from Teaching EFL | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles My Personal Teaching Experience in Xi’an, China | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their story of teaching abroad. They worked in China, one of the most popular destinations for ESL teachers. A Lesson Plan to Practice Speaking With ESL Adults | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL expert shares an EFL lesson plan for teaching speaking skills. Get inspired or simply use this ready lesson with your advanced level students. ...  [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 How to Motivate High School Students in the ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you teaching high schoolers and aren't seeing high participation rates? Here are some of the best ways how to motivate high school students in the ESL classroom. In-class and online TEFL/TESOL courses: What’s the Difference? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information There are three different ways to earn a TEFL/TESOL certificate. The benefits of each course depend on the needs of the trainee, but each option has something to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles 1st Language vs. 2nd Language Acquisition: How and TEFL Instructors Must Learn from the First to Better Teach the Second | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate considers the principles of language acquisition. English Students’ Favorite Flashcard Activities | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their personal ideas of interesting and engaging activities. The Importance of Friendship in an ESL Classroom Elizaveta...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles How Games in the Classroom Create Valuable Lessons | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Games in the classroom play an essential part. However, not every game is suitable for ESL teaching. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on this point. How to Organize Activities for Students with Shorter Attention Spans | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Students are different and their learning styles too. Our TEFL graduate explains how to design activities for those who have shorter...  [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 5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in South Korea | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Destinations South Korea is a popular teaching destination that has one of the largest EFL job markets in the world. Whether you are interested in working for a public or private school, you will find great salaries and benefits in South Korea. Here are 5 reasons why you should teach English in South Korea. Teaching English Abroad: What's Next? - How To Advance In Your EFL Career | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Teaching English as a foreign language is a...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 5 Simple Ways to Motivate Your EFL Students 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 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! 7 Activities for Teaching the Simple Present for the ESL Classroom Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Use these 7 activities for the ESL...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles How to Build Strong Reading Skills from Early Childhood | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching reading skills. ✅ Is it the parents' responsibility or depends on children? Learn more here. How to Teach EFL Kindergarten | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and experience on teaching EFL kindergarten...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Classroom Management – The Key to Creating a Successful Learning Environment Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on classroom management as the most important thing for creating a good ESL environment. 5 Great No-Prep Games to Teach New Idioms Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to such teaching point as idioms. You will find useful ideas on how to carry out a TEFL lesson in a fun and engaging way. 7 Simple but Effective EFL Activities with Post-it Notes Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Post-it notes are a great tool to incorporate into your English lessons and make them more fun for your students. Here are 7 simple but effective EFL activities...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Ways a TEFL Instructor Influences Their Learners Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This blog post is written by our TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on some ways a TEFL teacher can influence students' in a second language learning. Rapport Building for The Most Enjoyable EFL Experience Federico Riva Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find information on appropriate rapport building strategies to get your students to enjoy ESL classes. Top Tips for Reducing Teacher Talking Time Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teacher talking time. Our TEFL graduate shares several ideas on how to reduce it and why it is necessary. How to Make Lessons Fun For Children Learning English...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 5 Great Ways to Give Your Students Feedback Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Giving feedback is one of the most important parts of being a teacher. Here are 5 great ways to give your students feedback for a successful learning environment. 7 Awesome ESL Conversation Activities to Really Get Your Students Talking Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Check out these 7 awesome ESL conversation activities that will really get your students talking and help them learn English in no time! Top Tips for Teaching English One-on-One Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas One of our TEFL alumni has shared with us his tips when teaching one-on-one English lessons. Check them out in this post. Great Ideas for Teaching Listening Skills in the ESL...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The 3 Most Important Tricks When Teaching English to Kindergarteners Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas So, you are new to teaching toddler and young children English? Here are the 3 most important tricks when teaching English to kindergarteners. Songs in the ESL Classroom for Younger Beginners Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What better way to teach English than with music! Here are some great tips on how to use songs in an ESL classroom for younger beginners! 5 Keywords to Increase Your Confidence in the Classroom as a Teacher Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you new to teaching English abroad? Don't fear! These 5 keywords will help you increase your confidence in the...  [Read more]

Older Posts Teaching Online: ✅ Tips For Giving Video Homework Anastasiya Akpinar Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Try video homework in your online lessons to make them more fun and exciting! 5 Steps to Work on Your ESL Teaching Career Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their personal experience of ESL teaching career development. ✅ You will learn about five ways how to become a better ESL teacher and enhance your career. 5 Benefits of Sharing a 17sq-meter Apartment in Tokyo on the JET Program Maddy Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences If you're heading to Japan on the JET Program, be prepared for the fact that you could potentially be living in a very small space! But...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories English for Young Learners in Turkey: ✅ Problems and Solutions Anastasiya Akpinar TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Turkey is an exciting destination to work as an English language teacher. ✅ If your dream is to live and work abroad in Turkey, these tips will help you understand your local students that much better! Teaching Online: ✅ Tips For Giving Video Homework Anastasiya Akpinar Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Try video homework in your online lessons to make them more fun and exciting! 5 Steps to Work on Your ESL Teaching Career Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their personal experience of ESL teaching career development. ✅ You will...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English as a Foreign Language in Kindergarten Learning English as a foreign language in preschools have become an increasing trend in many different countries across the world. Parents are willing to invest money for the kids to start learning English at a tender age as their ability to grasp the language will be easier. Table of Contents Is it necessary for children? Fun activities Teaching vocabulary Consider short attention spans Are you ready to teach EFL to kindergarten level? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Diana N. Is it necessary for children? There are various ways of transferring knowledge based on fun EFL activities. Various techniques and numerous tools are...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Online Education as a Tool For Global Achievements Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL alumna who considers English proficiency as an important thing for global interactions. The Most Essential Personal Qualities of a Good English Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on the problem of teaching skills. They explain what qualities are extremely important for ESL educators. Family and Its Importance in a Student’s Development Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Do parents actually influence on students' overall development? In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on this point and expresses their...  [Read more]

EFL Teachers Needed For Summer Schools in South East England Date posted:2020-02-18 | Writer: Concorde International | Email: [email protected] Concorde International is a British Council accredited language school in the beautiful cathedral city of Canterbury in the South East of England. Established in 1972, we offer year-round English language courses with summer centres in Ashford, Bath, Canterbury, Folkestone, Rochester and Romsey (residential & non-residential). Are you an EFL teacher that is both dynamic & passionate? Can you provide unique EFL learning experiences for students from across the globe? If so, we want to hear from you  We offer very competitive wages and welcome potential staff who are creative, enthusiastic and enjoy an academic challenge....  [Read more]

Older Posts 5 Simple Ways to Motivate Your EFL Students 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 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...  [Read more]