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Meaning of TEFL - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The term TEFL is one that is often used in a general sense, although it does have a specific meaning. Generally the meaning of TEFL is some form of ‘the Teaching of English to people whose first language is not English’ and is often used interchangeably with terms such as TESOL, TEAL, TESL and many others. It is also generally used as the name of a qualification, such as a TEFL certificate, which relates to the result of a TEFL training course.
Here we will look at the meaning of TEFL in these broad terms and also give its specific meaning, along with many other common acronyms used throughout the industry.
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The Real Meaning of Teaching Skills in the ESL Environment - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teaching skills do not only refer to lesson handouts and specific classroom ideas/techniquesâalthough both are part of, and important to teachâ but also cover qualities teachers should possess, and the various roles the instructor will (at some point) need to fill.Table of Contents
What makes a good instructor?
Motivation strategies
Roles of a teacher
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E.G. Meaning: What Does E.G. Mean? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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What does e.g. mean? Let's take a look at the definition and usage of this expression with this ESL infographic. Learn how and when to use this abbreviation to enlarge your vocabulary word and improve your English conversations.
The term ‘for example’ gets abbreviated as ‘e.g.’ in the English language. It is only used in written language, such as in magazines, newspapers, essays or texting.
The abbreviation ‘e.g.’ is from the Latin expression ‘exempli gratia’ and means ‘for the sake of an example’ or more commonly ‘for example’.
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Meaning of the South Korean Flag - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English Abroad
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Time Idioms and Phrases with Meanings and Examples - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a list of commonly used time idioms in English. They are incredibly fun to teach to your ESL learners.
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Fruit Idioms and Phrases with Meanings and Examples - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a list of commonly used fruit idioms in English. They are incredibly fun to teach to your ESL learners.
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Animal Idioms and Phrases with Meanings and Examples - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a list of commonly used animal idioms in English. They are incredibly fun to teach to your ESL learners.
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Live Session with ITTT Alumna Brittany from "The Life of Brit" - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
Destinations Alumni Experiences
Welcome to another live session this week and we're on at a different time this week. Usually we're a little bit earlier, but we have a special guest today, and that's because she's based in Germany. So we had to change the time a little bit. I'm Linda from ITT, you've probably seen me before, if you've watched us live and I'm here with Brit today.Table of Contents
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That's cool, that's exciting. Have you been to Luxemburg?
Like I said, we have Brittany here today. We're doing a TEFL talk, sort of a casual TEFL talk today.
We are live on Facebook, and we're also live on YouTube. So please don't hesitate to ask questions.
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TEFL Poland - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Make The Move To Teach Efl In Poland Now ann. 2
Date posted:2017-08-02 | Writer: Pascal Connect English School | Email: [email protected]
This is an exciting opportunity to use your TEFL skills that doesn't come along very often! Make the move to Poland now! (EU passport holders preferred due to time constraints). Pascal Connect English Schools in Rybnik, Zory, Wodzislaw and Syrynia are looking for motivated, ambitious, open-minded and sociable, native level English speakers to help us grow. We want EFL teachers who have a special interest in teaching children but are also happy to teach teenagers and adults.
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CONNECT was opened in 2010 in the city of Zory, by two native English speakers with over 12 years teaching experience in Poland. After a couple of successful years in Żory, we expanded into Rybnik in... [Read more]
Choosing Japan A smart move for your CELTA journey - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Embarking on a journey to obtain your CELTA certification is a significant step towards a fulfilling career in teaching English as a foreign language. One of the key decisions you will need to make is where to pursue your training. With its rich culture, advanced technology, and high demand for English language teachers, Japan stands out as an excellent choice for your CELTA journey. In this article, we will explore why choosing Japan for your CELTA certification is a smart move, the benefits of studying and teaching English in Japan, the requirements for obtaining a CELTA certificate in Japan, and how ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) can support you in this exciting endeavor.
1. **Why Choose Japan for Your CELTA Certification**
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Achieving Positive Classroom Discipline ITTT - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The word "discipline" generally carries a negative connotation. When people think of "discipline," they imagine an old-fashioned schoolhouse and a teacher smacking students with a ruler. This is not the sort of discipline anyone would encourage in today's school environment. Children often think of discipline as a teacher yelling, and they imagine how nice it would be to be able to do whatever they like.Table of Contents
Reasons to work on classroom management
Classroom management techniques
Classroom Activities
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All About Gelato - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English Abroad
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Teaching English in Thailand - An EFL Teacher Shares Her Story - TEFL Blog
Shirin Sophy
Destinations Alumni Experiences
Before moving to Thailand in November 2021 while it almost appeared not just impossible but somehow foolish to leave your amiable country behind and travel 5,479 km to an exotic far-flung destination on a plane full of self-willed international passengers when the pandemic was still going strong, I had no clear idea about the fascinating country I was visiting and life-altering changes I was about to experience.Table of Contents
Life in Thailand
The Locals
Thai Weather
Teacher Accommodation
Food
Life expenses
Thai Culture
Conclusion
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5 Reasons Why Teaching English Abroad Enhances Your Career Prospects - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information
When some people think of teaching English abroad, they assume it's basically an extended vacation and not a real job. However, anyone who has taken the leap and moved abroad to pursue a career in teaching English knows how wrong this statement is. It's also true that teaching English abroad is actually one of the smartest moves someone can make as part of their professional career. Here are 5 reasons why teaching English abroad enhances your career prospects.Table of Contents
1. Gain real international work experience
2. Your experience teaching English abroad will make you stand out
3. You will learn how to adapt to new situations and to live and work with people from different cultural backgrounds.
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Word Categories: Nouns, Adjectives, and Verbs - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Move the words below into the correct boxes for nouns, adjectives, and verbs.
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Lingo in Limbo - What does it mean for Teachers? - TEFL Blog
Sahil Gazi
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Lingos are of significant interest to linguists because they exist within the subsets of linguistics, by observing the significance of individual words or sentences through semantics and their meaning in a broader social context through pragmatics.Table of Contents
What actually happens?
What does it do?
What does it look like?
When does it happen?
How may it affect teachers?
Can it be implemented as a disciplinary tool?
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In this scenario, the subject is in a particular group of lingos. They are a repeating phenomenon, and, as such, they are referred to as being in a "limbo."
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How much can I earn teaching English in China? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
In China, the demand for ESL teachers remains strong, driven by its booming economy and an estimated 300 million English learners. Given this vast market, foreign teachers have ample opportunities to earn and save. Across various teaching roles, entry-level teachers can typically anticipate a monthly salary ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 USD.Table of Contents
What other benefits can I expect when teaching English in China?
What are the requirements for teaching English in China?
How can I ensure I get a good job teaching English in China?
How can I earn extra cash while teaching English in China?
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Live Session: Overview Of All The Documents You Will Need To Teach English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Hi guys, Linda here from ITTT with another live session. Super excited to be here again, thanks so much for tuning in today and if you're listening to this as a podcast episode thanks so much for the download, we really appreciated it. We turn all of our live sessions into podcast episodes and you can find them on all major podcast platforms like iTunes, Google Podcasts, and Spotify. Just search for the TEFL and TESOL Podcast by ITTT and you will find all our episodes there. Hi Tiana, thanks so much for tuning in today. How are you? I'm so excited to be here again and I think today's topic is going to be really interesting for people who want to go abroad and teach. We're going to talk about all the documents that you will need. There's quite a lot of different documents that you... [Read more]
Affect, That and Whom - The Three Most Misconceived Words in English Grammar - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
Grammar is the whole system of language. It includes a set of rules known as syntax. Occasionally when working on the computer you may get a message "Error Syntax; code 141" this means you have typed into the computer something that did not fit into the rules. This is not allowed and the computer will reject it and force you to obey the rules.Table of Contents
Affect vs. Effect
That
Whom vs. Who
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When speaking English we have no restrictions on the structure or form and no computer monitoring us to stop us from speaking incorrectly. We can say anything anyway we choose, well-spoken or poorly spoken. There are some common words which are frequently misused. They are, affect, that,... [Read more]
5 Reasons Why I Went to Teach English in China - TEFL Blog
Ulysses Brown
Destinations
China is a popular market for teaching English as a foreign language. That's why I also took the leap and moved to China to teach. Here are 5 of the main reasons why I went to teach English in China.Table of Contents
1. High market value language
2. Itchy feet
3. Work Experience
4. Heartbreak
5. A newfound vocational passion
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I studied at a university with an enormous international student body. Many of these students became good friends of mine, Romanians in particular. Most of the people with whom I associated were friendly enough, and those that weren't found their way outside of my personal circle of friends and acquaintances. So, it can, therefore, be concluded that the majority of my... [Read more]
Review From Tefl Student Cameron - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Cameron is from the United States and moved to Mexico to teach English at an elementary school. Before coming to Mexico, she decided to take our 120-hour online TEFL training course. She especially enjoyed how flexible the course was and that she could complete it at her own pace. Moreover, she took advantage of our tutor support and video material and is happy with the results. She encourages everyone who wants to move abroad to take the course and follow her footsteps to live abroad and teach English.
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Tefl reviews - I Wish If Only - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
In this lesson Iban teaches the meanings and differences of 'I wish' and 'if only'. He starts the lesson with a warm up activity before covering the lesson point. He ends the lesson with activities to give the students practice using the language point he has taught.
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. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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Review From Tefl Student Cesar - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Cesar is from Spain and he recently took our 120-hour TEFL/TESOL online course with tutor support and videos. In his video review, he shares his opinion of the course. After living in the UK and the USA for a few years, he moved back to Spain and decided to make a career out of teaching English as a foreign language. He learned a lot of teaching techniques, methods and ideas for an interactive classroom. He also enjoyed the tutor support and felt his tutor had his back at all times.
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Tefl reviews - English Lesson I Wish If Only - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
In this lesson Iban teaches the meanings and differences of ‘I wish’ and ‘if only’. He starts the lesson with a warm up activity before covering the lesson point. He ends the lesson with activities to give the students practice using the language point he has taught.
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. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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Are there opportunities for TEFL teachers to work in language assessment and testing? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Transitioning from traditional TEFL teaching to language assessment and testing can be a rewarding career move for educators seeking new challenges. Language assessment roles involve evaluating language proficiency, designing tests, and analyzing results. This transition allows teachers to apply their teaching skills in a different context and contribute to the development of language learning resources.
To excel in language assessment and testing, TEFL teachers need a strong understanding of language proficiency levels and assessment principles. They should be proficient in test design, item writing, and data analysis. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to work with assessment tools and software are also essential. Additionally, strong communication skills are crucial... [Read more]
How do I get a job teaching English in China? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Teaching English in China typically requires a bachelor's degree and a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification. Some schools may also prefer candidates with prior teaching experience. Additionally, a clean criminal record check and a passport from an English-speaking country are often necessary. It's essential to research specific requirements as they may vary depending on the institution or region in China you're interested in.
There are several avenues to explore when looking for teaching opportunities in China. Online job boards, such as Dave's ESL Cafe and TEFL.com, frequently post job openings for English teachers in China. Additionally, recruitment agencies specializing in placing teachers in Chinese schools can help match you with suitable positions. Networking... [Read more]
All The Documents You Will Need To Teach English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
One area that often causes unnecessary stress when planning to teach English abroad is ensuring you have all the documents you will need to make the move. This live session will cover the process so that nothing stands in the way of your dream! #TEFL #BestTEFL #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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The Top Reasons To Complete a TEFL Course - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
There are many reasons to undertake a TEFL course. Completing the 120-hour TEFL course allows you to expand your portfolio. The TEFL certification gives you an edge over other candidates when applying to certain jobs.Table of Contents
"Having a TEFL certification affords me the luxury of living overseas in a foreign country."
"A TEFL certificate can serve you well beyond just teaching English."
"It may sound like a fairytale job that does not exist, but this reality is within reach with a TEFL."
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The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program: All You Need to Know and How to Apply - TEFL Blog
Laura Payne
Destinations TEFL Information
The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program is not the only means to teach English in Japan, but it is one of the most popular programs out there both for aspiring teachers and those who wish to pursue other fields. I first joined this program a little over a year ago. In the short time since then, I've gained incredibly valuable experiences through my work as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT).Table of Contents
The History of JET
Duties of an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT)
How to Apply for the JET Program
Remuneration and Living
Rewards of JET
Common Challenges for ALTs
The JET Community
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What are the opportunities for TEFL teachers to work in education policy or advocacy roles? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
2. Qualifications and skills needed for TEFL teachers in policy and advocacy roles
Teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) opens up a world of opportunities beyond the traditional classroom setting. One exciting avenue for TEFL teachers is to work in education policy and advocacy roles. These positions allow educators to have a broader impact on educational systems and practices, shaping policies that affect language learning on a larger scale. Transitioning into education policy and advocacy can be a rewarding career move for TEFL teachers looking to make a difference in the field of education.
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