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The realm of ESL teaching books is expansive, with renowned publishers offering a plethora of resources. Generally, ESL teaching materials can be categorized into: These categories encompass a range of tools, from structured lesson plans to interactive activities, essential for any ESL educator. Book Series Teaching Theory Books Activity Resources There are a number of well known book series. These are specifically written for the ESL teaching market and are generally set at the five levels most often taught. These levels are Starter or Beginner, Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, and Upper-Intermediate. A typical book series at each level will contain three books. These are the teacher book, student book and resources book (or similar names). The teacher book gives an...  [Read more]

 Business English is an area of English language teaching and learning that is part of the wider category of English for Specific Purposes. Unlike general English, business English focuses on the language students need in order to function in an international business setting. 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.   There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the business English classroom. The main ones are Oxford University Press and Cambridge University Press. These two publishers produce business English course books across a range of levels in British, American and International...  [Read more]

There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the ESL classroom. The main publishers are Oxford University Press and Cambridge University Press. These two publishers produce course books across a range of ESL sectors including, young learners, adults, business English, and English for specific purposes. General English course books for adults will include topics geared towards the interest of adults such as the world of work, entertainment, socialising etc. They will also have more detailed explanations of grammar than you would find in books aimed at young learners. The majority of these course books can be ordered directly through the’ websites of the publishers, online from Amazon or in the EFL section at your local bookshop. Depending where you are...  [Read more]

  BrE = British English AmE = American English A1 - B1 etc. = Language levels from the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages(CEFR) Int = International English OUP Business Venture (A1 - B1) International Express (AI-C1] Business Result (A1 - C2) CAMBRIDGE Business Plus (Al- Bl, Int) New International Business English (B2, BrE) Communicating in Business 2nd Edition (B2 - C1, AmE) PEARSON/LONGMAN Intelligent Business (AZ-Cl.BrE) Market Leader (AI-Cl.BrE) Workplace Plus (4 levels, AmE) ABAX ELT PUBLISHERS Business Listening & Speaking MACMILLAN In Company 3.0 (AI-Cl) Macmillan Business English Skills (AI-Cl.BrE) Workplace Plus (4 levels, AmE) BARRONS ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS Business English How to Write Better Business Letters COLLINS ELT Collins Business...  [Read more]

 English for Specific Purposes is an area of English language teaching and learning that encompasses business English, English for Academic Purposes as well as courses that teach English needed for specific professions. In this infographic we look at course books aimed at teaching English to those in certain professions such as finance, law, tourism, medicine and aviation. We also look at course books available for teaching English for Academic Purposes. EAP focuses on the language and skills needed for students to study in English at university level. As with other English teaching, EAP deals with reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as vocabulary and grammar but these are linked to the students’ specific study needs such as essay writing.   There are...  [Read more]

Mohammad Jabary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences The topic may seem strange to some initially, but if you come to think about it, you see that a coursebook can be a deadline in innovative teaching. Try using new and different technologies in your classes: Having outdoor classes or activities: Get out of your comfort zone Students are not empty vessels to be filled in Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Many teachers are used to going along with plans that they are given by their school supervisor or rather the old system they follow in teaching. It may seem practical for the marks that are expected by the end of the term by school authorities, while the true purpose of teaching is...  [Read more]

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. Grammar chants are a popular method of drilling grammar points in books for young learners and while course books for adults will generally have sections with explicit presentations of a grammar point, books for young learners do not usually cover grammar in such detail, especially those for very young learners. There are several publishers involved in producing general English course books for young learners. The main publishers are Oxford University Press and Cambridge University Press. These two publishers produce course books...  [Read more]

  Let's just consider next, when using these resource books, the student book, the workbook and the teachers resource book, what are some of the advantages and disadvantages of using those types of materials? Well, firstly, the main advantage perhaps of using these types of material is that it's quicker than actually creating your own. Secondly, the course books that you will get will be graded for a particular level. So there'll be a set of books for the starter level, a set of books for the elementary level and so on and so forth. So you know that the activities and materials in there will have been graded for level. The use of the book can also offer continuity so that the syllabuses have been covered in a particular way by the book itself and are presented in a logical order....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Tenses- Usually it creates tense for many ESL students during communication. It defines and differentiates the situation by time. Is time important in communication? Yes, it is. The wrong usage of tenses changes the exact meaning of the situation, what the speaker is trying to convey. So focusing tenses in grammar is more essential than others. Still, the proper usage of tenses is a complicated and confusing task for many high-level students in competitive exams. Then, what about the ESL students? Teaching tenses: Single tense at a time: Multiple tenses at a time: Why it is difficult? Suggestions for teachers: Teaching activities for multiple tenses: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 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. 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 Press, Cambridge University Press, Pearson/Longman and Macmillan. These publishers produce course books across...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Nowadays, we see children who readily pick up an iPad instead of a book. It seems that reading is not as popular as it used to be. It is lessening. Reading is a receptive skill, and it is a meaningful activity that should be enjoyed by all children. So how can we instill a love for reading in children? As a person who has a passion for reading, I would like to make some recommendations. Teach the Importance of Reading Make Books Accessible or Low-Cost Use Positive Reinforcement Assess Reading Activity and Performance Make Reading Fun! Conclusion Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Multiple researchers have shown that learning a new language is a healthy exercise for one's brain. In today's world where connection to each other has been made easy by technology, it has also become very important to be multilingual. English has become a must Free language learning platforms The ESL market has emerged Physical language centers appear everywhere Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sipho D. English is still the widely spoken language in the world but the is a growing trend of Mandarin Chinese learners , Spanish learners and a number of students too tackling languages like French and German. This has been largely due to open trade,...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here are 10 fun idioms about books to share with your ESL students.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Stories are an important part of any culture, English speaking or not. They can be oral or written and can showcase how culture works and their history. Whether old traditional stories or new popular current stories, the tales we share with young children can shape their developing ideas and values. How can you and your students benefit from storytelling? Stories in language learning Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rochelle L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. When working with young children in Early Childhood settings, stories help children to make sense of their world, safely express their...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT TEFL Information 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. Oxford University Press Cambridge University Press Pearson/Longman Macmillan Collins ELT Are you ready to teach English to business professionals around the world? Related Articles: There...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 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 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! As an ESL teacher unless you spend your entire career teaching kindergarten, you are going to have to teach English grammar. There are many books that cover this well and you...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT TEFL Information English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is an area of English language teaching and learning that encompasses business English and English for Academic Purposes (EAP) as well as courses that teach English needed for specific jobs and industries. As a qualified TEFL teacher you will likely teach ESP in some form and in this post I'll look at course books aimed at teaching English to those in certain professions such as finance, law, tourism, medicine and aviation as well as books used for teaching EAP. EAP focuses on the language and skills needed for students to study in English at university level. As with other English teaching, EAP deals with reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as vocabulary and grammar but these are linked to the students'...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Using speaking cards is a great way to encourage conversations among ESL learners. The cards act as guides to give the students a direction in their conversations. Below you will find conversation cards about books and reading for your ESL classroom.   Let's take a look at all of the questions and possible answers. Possible answer: I recently finished reading the first book of the Outlander series. It's a fantastic book about an English woman from 1945 who travels back in time to Scotland in 1745. The story is very compelling and the characters' personalities are very well thought-through. Possible answer: One of my favorite books is "The Da Vinci Code" written by Dan Brown. Even though it is a fictional story,...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker TEFL Information Alumni Experiences The 20th century brought in its wake the concept of globalization, changing the dynamics of the world to what we have come to know it as today. As the world continues to move towards becoming a grand global village, many countries, people and things which once seemed so far out of reach are now more readily available and closer to home. Undoubtedly, with the advent of globalization, communication has become paramount to the ways in which we share knowledge and gather or receive information. Why? Because without this, humans will have a much more challenging time building relationships with others be it for economic, social or spiritual gains (just to name a few). Language Use Worldwide The Boom in Worldwide Travel The Benefit of TEFL When...  [Read more]

Are you looking to kickstart your teaching career with a comprehensive and intensive training program? Look no further than the CELTA boot camp training provided by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). This rigorous and immersive course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of English language teaching. With a focus on practical teaching experience and hands-on learning, the CELTA boot camp training is the perfect choice for aspiring teachers who are ready to dive headfirst into the world of TEFL. In this article, we will explore the key features of the CELTA boot camp training offered by ITTT, including the curriculum, teaching methods, and certification process. We will also discuss the benefits of enrolling in this program, as well...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Here we're going to consider the use of visual aids in the classroom. Visual aids can include examples such as, real objects (which we call realia), the use of pictures and photographs and also the use of models. So let's consider some of the ideas surrounding the use of visual aids. Watch the video about this topic Why are they useful? Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! First of all the use of a visual aid can reduce teacher talk time (TTT) which is always desirable.It is much simpler to just show a real object than to try to describe it, so that we could just ask the students, "what is this"? and they would say, "that is a pen" rather...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 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. Oxford University Press course books for young learners Cambridge University Press course books for young learners Pearson ELT course books for young learners Macmillan course books for young learners Are you...  [Read more]

  The next item that we're going to consider is the use of resource books. There are many different types of resource books available and within those books there tends to be a general pattern and typically the resource book pack will come in a three book series and typically that three book series will be in the form of the student book, a workbook and a teacher's resource book. So for example here are those three books for this particular series called ?Total English? and in the student book the type of information that we can gain from here is the actual background to the teaching points themselves plus some additional information in terms of short worksheets and so on and so forth and tape transcripts at the end for listening activities, which these days often come on a CD rather...  [Read more]

Teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP) is a specialized field within the broader scope of teaching English as a foreign language. It focuses on equipping students with the language skills necessary for academic success in an English-speaking environment. As a TEFL-certified teacher looking to specialize in EAP, you will find a plethora of resources to enhance your teaching methods and materials. Here are some of the best resources available to you: One of the top resources for TEFL certification holders venturing into EAP is the British Council's Teaching English website. This platform offers a wide range of articles, lesson plans, and teaching tips specifically tailored for EAP instructors. The British Council is a reputable source in the field of English language teaching, and...  [Read more]

1. Overview of ESL Resources 2. Importance of ESL Resources for Students in Hong Kong 3. Top ESL Resources for Students in Hong Kong 4. Conclusion As English continues to be a global language, the demand for English as a Second Language (ESL) resources is on the rise. In a multicultural city like Hong Kong, where English proficiency is crucial for academic and professional success, access to high-quality ESL resources is essential. Whether you are a student looking to improve your English skills or an educator seeking effective teaching tools, finding the best ESL resources can make a significant impact on your language learning journey. In Hong Kong, English proficiency is not only a requirement for academic success but also a valuable skill in the competitive job market. With English...  [Read more]

hey everybody it's lisa here and i'm super glad to welcome you to the weekly live stream by itt um if you don't know me yet um once again my name is lisa and i'm a non-native english teacher from russia i've been working online primarily since 2020 and today um i would like to reach out to you and tell you about um some esl course books uh to pick out for your uh teaching i'm not going to dig into details i'm just going to briefly present my approach how i choose the most appropriate materials but anyways i hope that this topic um will be interesting and helpful so uh stay tuned uh and um let me know that you hear and see me clearly because uh right now i i can see that there are seven people watching but i'm not sure if my equipment works well so uh we've got this comment section uh...  [Read more]

  ESL Teaching Materials: Do you want to be aware of the most up-to-date materials? Join this live stream and learn about the most exciting coursebooks to use in your ESL teaching. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/3ebcnpM What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/3ebcnpM Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ebcnpM Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ebcnpM Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Children usually prioritize their joy and prefer rewarding activities. They are more interested in reading when it is rewarding and beneficial to them. Interestingly, children learning a second language find it easier to learn reading compared to those who are learning to read for the first time. This is because young second language (L2) learners have already experienced that reading can be interesting and entertaining. By making reading in a second language interesting, students are likely to be motivated. Text Difficulty and Vocabulary Support Setting Achievable Reading Goals Tailoring Reading Material to Children's Interests Reading and Writing as Positive Activities Empowering Children's Choice in Reading Engaging Activities to...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Importance of Audio Resources in TEFL 3. Enhancing Listening and Speaking Skills 4. Increasing Engagement and Motivation In the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), incorporating audio resources into course books has become increasingly essential. These resources provide significant benefits to both teachers and students, enhancing the overall language learning experience. This article explores the importance of audio resources in TEFL and how they can contribute to the development of listening, speaking, and pronunciation skills. One of the primary reasons for integrating audio resources in TEFL is the significant impact they have on improving listening and speaking skills. By exposing students to authentic spoken language through audio materials such...  [Read more]

One of the most convenient and accessible resources for TEFL teachers to enhance their skills is through online platforms and websites. Websites like the British Council, TEFL.org, and TEFL.net offer a plethora of resources such as lesson plans, teaching tips, grammar guides, and forums where teachers can connect with peers from around the world. These platforms often have sections dedicated to professional development, providing articles and webinars on the latest teaching methodologies and techniques. Many organizations offer professional development courses and certifications specifically designed for TEFL teachers. These courses range from short online modules to more comprehensive programs that delve into areas such as classroom management, lesson planning, and assessment strategies....  [Read more]