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Wed, 02 Aug 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How Will My Personal Teaching Experiences as a Russian Teacher Help Me as an English Teacher? You have to put the emphasis on the right syllable," I said, finishing my demonstration. Table of Contents Challenges in the Second Class: Timing and Assumptions Learning from Mistakes: Lessons for Effective Language Teaching Apology and Humility: A Turning Point Valuable Lessons for Language Instructors Carrying Lessons Forward: Teaching English with Confidence Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! My very first class of students learning Russian had expressed their disdain for their books with stress notes...  [Read more]

Fri, 03 Jun 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Different Types of ESA Lessons If every single lesson that we undertook with our students was a straight arrow ESA lesson then it is quite possible that the students would be able to predict what is going to come up next. Whilst this might be good for the lower level students, it could potentially become a little bit boring for our higher level students. Harmer considered this and his response was to generate two other types of ESA lesson that we can use to try and generate a little bit more interest. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the video about this...  [Read more]

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Difference Between First and Second Language Acquisition In this course, there were many ideas presented about the best way to teach English as a foreign language, from lesson planning to the activities, to the way the lesson is structured. All of these things were discussed, keeping in mind that learning a 2nd language is very different from the way we learn our first language. Table of Contents Native Language Experience Second Language Experience Lesson Planning Learning Process in Specific Cases Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rebekah P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Personal Experience in Teaching Multilingual Classes in the US Having previously been a small business owner, I began teaching an English conversation class as a volunteer at my local library just over two years ago to fulfill a community service requirement for my degree program. The experience of teaching English as a second language has been so personally rewarding that I am now pursuing it as a career change. Table of Contents Teaching Multilingual Classes Anticipated Problems Beginning of My Teaching Career Students Feedback Are you ready to start your teaching career? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Daniel E. Please note that this blog...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 7 Fun Activities for Teaching Vocabulary in the ESL Classroom You will find the web full of ideas for teaching vocabulary and, although most of them are undoubtedly good activities, some are only suited to a particular level. Here are some tried and tested activities that can be adapted to suit any level of student and a variety of class sizes. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Hot seat 2. Beat the clock 3. Crosswords 4. Board games 5. Slow Pictionary 6. Vocabulary tennis 7. Pelmanism ("Concentration") Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Listen to this blog post: 1. Hot seat This is a great activity that can be used as a warm-up at the...  [Read more]

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Should be Considered When Teaching English as a Global Language? We are moving closer to becoming a Global Village in this more inclusive and competitive world, the need to be able to communicate effectively becomes a real necessity. Communicating effectively is no longer a nice to have skill but it is now becoming essential. Due to historical facts and the current geopolitical situation English has become the language of choice to progress, it is particularly and increasingly used in business, tourism, and social media environments. Table of Contents The history of English expansion Variants of English English as a Second Language Problems Teacher's Role When to Start Learning English? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take...  [Read more]

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 Laura Payne Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas "Authentic" English: 3 Tips for Implementing Authentic Materials in Language Classrooms Authentic materials are media that native speakers of a language encounter in their everyday lives, which are not specifically created for language students. TV programs, newspaper articles, books, songs, YouTube videos, and more all fall under this term. Table of Contents 1. Take advantage of pre-teaching. 2. Focus on a single language point and give your students a clear goal. 3. Vary the role authentic materials play in your lessons. Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Incorporating authentic materials into ESL classrooms has numerous merits, but the high language level required to understand...  [Read more]

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Alumni Recommendations on Obtaining a TEFL Course Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) as a course contains a variety of units that are meant to enable an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher to be prepared for the classroom and everything that they may face. Some of the most important benefits of the course are the units on the three main components of lesson structure, lesson planning, possible problems in the classroom, grammar overviews and classroom management. Even if the TEFL is not a requirement, it is an invaluable resource meant to provide support to ESL teachers wherever they may teach. Table of Contents ESA Methodology Grammar Review Preparing for Classes Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Different Challenges Between Teaching One-to-One Versus Teaching a Group Teaching in the field of ESL learning is a task that has plenty of challenges that can arise in the classroom. Whether students are young learners or adults, learning English as a second language requires a lot of time and dedication in and outside of the classroom. Teachers must put a lot of patience, care, and effort into their lessons for the sake of their students' success. They can find themselves teaching various types of classroom environments such as class sizes that are big or small, online or in-person, or multilingual or monolingual environments. These can affect the way a teacher chooses to run their class lessons. One of the biggest influences...  [Read more]

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Guide to Teaching Receptive Skills in the EFL Classroom When students learn English as a second language, there are two types of skills that they work towards obtaining proficiency of: receptive and productive skills. As an EFL teacher, you need to understand how to incorporate the learning of these skills into your lessons - and this guide will help you with that. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Receptive Skills Definition Motivations for the Students Challenges for the Students Planning Your Lessons Considering the Motivations and Challenges Great Resources for Teaching Receptive Skills Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video...  [Read more]

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences Key Functions and Principles of Lesson Planning Lesson planning is an indispensable part of successful lessons. Generally speaking, lesson plans have various functions that are conducive to the classes. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: The function of a lesson plan Lesson planning principles What should a lesson plan include? The ESA method Are you planning to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Juan W. Listen to this blog post: The function of a lesson plan First and most importantly, lesson plans can help teachers think and deliver classes logically through different stages of the classes. It can...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Idioms and Slang for ESL Students This paper will discuss the benefits of teaching slangs and idioms to students learning English as a second language. It posits that both are necessary to fully use and understand the language, and will look at when it would be appropriate to introduce them to different types of students and how they might be incorporated into lessons. Table of Contents What are slang and idioms? Possible challenges and ways to overcome them Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Niall M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. What are slang and idioms? Both slang and...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Designing a Plan for a Preschool ESL Class Although I have spent many years as an English tutor and teacher of children, I always relied on my own innate skill and have never been formally trained. Within my circle, I was the resident expert on the English language, as I was one of the few native speakers. From my own efforts and studies, I developed my own program for my students. I often felt unsure if I was applying the right methods and longed for some formal training. Now I can say that I have learned a great deal from studying the ESA method, and have a better understanding of what good lesson planning and classroom management involves. From my own intuition and experience, I learned to apply some of the techniques and methods...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Principles of Creating Lesson Plans to Achieve Better Results When I first started as an EFL teacher two years ago, my senior colleagues would often advise me to create a lesson plan well in advance of an upcoming lesson. Having had no formal teaching experience back then, it surprised me because I assumed that simply creating lesson materials for students was sufficient. I did not think that lesson plans were necessary because when I was a student, I had never seen any of my teachers referring to them on the job. It seemed to me that teachers were natural improvisers and could deliver lessons without any referenced document. Table of Contents Over time, I have come to realize that lesson planning is essentially a teacher's...  [Read more]

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences Strong Reasons for Completing a TEFL Course Why complete a TEFL course? All the mainstream ads answer this question with, "Travel the World", "Work and Live Abroad" "Discover different Cultures", "Meet new People" and "Learn the local Language", all are great reasons. I had to ask myself this a few times. I have lived in many non-English speaking countries over the years and over these years have assisted many locals with their English homework or extra studies. I am a native English speaker, I know how to speak English; I have done it all my life so why would I need to take a TEFL course? Table of Contents You will learn a teaching method A TEFL course provides structured learning Improve your teaching ability with a TEFL course today!...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Lesson Planning: Main Principles That Help Your Students Become Successful Lesson planning is an essential part of ensuring that lesson objectives are met and that lessons are successful. There are two extreme approaches one could take to planning but, usually, an approach somewhere between both is best. The lesson plan serves several important functions regardless of which approach is taken. Most of all, lesson planning seeks to ensure that all students are actually learning from the lesson and making continual progress toward their language goals. Table of Contents Simplicity Organizational Skills Things to Consider Before Planning Goals and objectives Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How to Become a Great Teacher With an ITTT TEFL Course The TESOL/TEFL course from ITTT has taught me many things that will elevate my teaching. The best things that I learned from this course can be summarized in three statements. First, it is very important to be flexible in all aspects of your teaching. Second, it is crucial to be confident and adapt your teaching as each class progresses. Third, it is vital to develop a rapport and relationship with your students. While there are many different areas of my teaching that were improved by this course, I believe that these three things are the best and most important. Table of Contents Flexibility Confidence Rapport Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related...  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Motivation as a Tool to Get Students Interested According to the Oxford Dictionary, motivation is 'the desire or willingness to do something.' On the one hand, most of the students who take a foreign language course should have the desire and enthusiasm to learn and develop their skills in that second language; for future career prospects, travel purposes, to study or live in a country whose local language is different from their mother tongue, etc. On the other hand, a few of them won't have any interest at all and they will attend the lessons with neither intention nor motivation. Table of Contents My Teaching Experience Reluctant Students How Did I Motivate Students Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course!...  [Read more]

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Miracle Effects of Music and Songs in an EFL Classroom As we know, Music affects human life. Music – a subject that is quite interesting for students. Especially, when children aged 0-6 years old, there is 2-6 years old called the period of sensitive music of children. If at that time, parents give children a lot of music, they will receive very well. So, how do the songs affect children, and how are the benefits of using songs in English classes? Two of these problems will explain clearly the reason why the is song important. Table of Contents Music as a Tool Ways to Use Songs Classroom Atmosphere Communication and Friendship Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Benefits of Completing a TEFL Course Many people who begin teaching English as a second language are new to the teaching world, and thus many times, need basic strategies and information on teaching. For example, I have entered education upon moving to Italy. My previous work experience was in marketing/events for large corporations and nonprofits, with no experience in teaching anything, let alone English as a second language. While I have a very good grasp of the English language and speak it well, how to teach it to others is a different ballgame. Hence, taking the TEFL courses to obtain a certification was essential in my development as a teacher. Table of Contents Teaching Methodology and Planning Grammar Explanation...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How to Get Ready for Unforeseen Circumstances in The Classroom? There can be a lot of difficulties a teacher might face in the future lesson. You might have to manage a class without any help or you might have students from different nationalities, ages, interests or so on. I believe, however, that most of the problems you might have would be solved if you planned the lessons carefully in advance. There are some reasons to support my idea. Table of Contents What's your lesson goal? You can manage your class anyways Know your students Are you ready to teach ESL classes? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Eri S. What's your lesson goal? First, you can find what you should exactly do in a...  [Read more]

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Activities for Online TEFL Teaching This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Thu Ly T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Rational, Aim of study Advantages and disadvantages of teaching online 1. Advantages 2. Disadvantages Activities and materials should be used Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Rational, Aim of study Basing on the development of technology and the trend of globalization nowadays, online English lessons are very popular and will be very popular in the future. However, there are many difficulties that teachers have to face when teaching online. Understanding its advantages and...  [Read more]

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Methods of Teaching Vocabulary in the Classroom While sentence structure and grammar are the foundation of the English Language, vocabulary is the glue that holds it together. An expansive vocabulary allows students to feel confident in their abilities and communicate more effectively. There are many methods of teaching vocabulary and in each class, the teacher may need to use different methods. This is because each class will be made up of different students each with their own learning style. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What is vocabulary for? Lesson structure Sample Lesson Plan Depending on students' age An example of a more beginner class could entail: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today?...  [Read more]

Thu, 18 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 2 Things to Consider to Plan Lessons Effectively Lesson planning is at the heart of being an effective teacher. It is a creative process that allows us to make our understanding of second language acquisition and language teaching pedagogy with our knowledge of our learners, the curriculum, and the teaching context. It is a time when we foresee the learning we want to occur and analyze how all the pieces of the learning experience should fit together to make that learning a classroom reality. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Benefits of lesson planning. 1. Self-evaluation 2. Record of your work Do you want to plan your lessons effectively and teach English all over the world? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences What I learned About a Teacher’s Attitude During My TEFL Certification Course During my Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification, I learned several valuable lessons. While knowing the English language and how to relay that to those who are learning the language is important, the most important lesson I learned is how a teacher's attitude directly affects student interaction and class rapport. Table of Contents A simple smile goes a long way How the course teaching videos helped my understanding Always maintain a positive attitude Applying these lessons in my future teaching career Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Options do Business English Teachers Have? This summative task essay will answer the question, "What options do business English teachers have?". This is topic number 14, "Options for Teachers." The different career options available for teachers of business English, as well as their unique benefits and challenges, will be discussed in the following. Table of Contents The number of options Technological inclusion Benefits Individual work Being employed Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alorah L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The number of options The wonderful part...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Motivation: Online vs. Onsite TEFL Courses During my career as an educator, I have had the opportunity to teach English as a second language using both classroom and private tutoring platforms. My undergraduate studies at the University of Wisconsin - Madison led me to a major in Communications. Table of Contents General requirements Foreign experience Online teaching Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joseph E. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. General requirements One course, in particular, required an internship at a local elementary school where I worked with students of...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Poland - Central Date posted:2004-09-24 | Writer: College of Languages | Email: [email protected] We are looking for a creative, motivated, intelligent teacher to work with us this school year, with the possibility to stay longer.We are looking for a native speaker, UE citizen, with TEFL or equivalent qualifications, at least BA from the University, most preferably aged 25-30, a male ( sharing a flat with another teacher!), some teaching experience expected, respectable look, the ability to work as a teacher. We have been teaching for 12 years, working with over 20 native speakers. The post is ready and waiting, you may come immediately, as our school year started on the 6th of September! We offer good working conditions, good atmosphere, a friendly boss,...  [Read more]

Shirin Sophy Shirin Sophy is an ESL teacher and a recent ITTT graduate with more than ten years of experience teaching to students of differing ages and ability levels alongside some professional teams and experienced teachers. Although Shirin enjoys working with various types of learners, she specializes in teaching English to young learners. She can use her positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage her students to work hard and succeed. Shirin lives in Iran and is inspired daily by her husband and lovely son. In her free time, Shirin likes to read, bike, and play with her son. Read my articles Teaching English in Thailand - An EFL Teacher Shares Her Story | ITTT | TEFL Blog Shirin Sophy Destinations Alumni Experiences Are you interested in teaching English in Thailand?...  [Read more]

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Methods of Teaching Bilingual Students It is important to know what is to be done when half of your class speaks a different language. And being a teacher of English, it is almost impossible to communicate with your students in more than one language at the same time especially when trying to communicate different ideas. This can be very confusing for the students and create disorder in the classroom. By teaching a linguistically diverse classroom the teacher may face some challenges along the way such as reading and writing as well as speaking and listening. However, there do exist some methods that can help the teacher make the learning process much more beneficial to the students. Table of Contents Group Work in Class Clear Rules...  [Read more]