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Achieve TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Achieve 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 A. W. - USA said: Creating Materials While creating materials may seem like a daunting task to first-time teachers, it actually presents an incredible opportunity to provide students with focused, fun resources that are catered to their exact needs. Creating additional resources for the classroom may be a lot of work, but it pays off in the long run. There are many benefits to using resources created by the teacher. First of all, the teacher has complete control over the distributed material,...  [Read more]

TEFL TESOL course: International Accreditation!   All ITTT online TEFL certification courses are accredited by leading institutions in the world of English language teaching, including the Paris University of International Education (PUIE). The PUIE is a higher education institute that is recognized by the Paris Academy as a degree-granting organization. In fact, our certificates are the only purely online TEFL certificates out there that are validated, accredited and credit bearing from an internationally-recognized university. Through the PUIE our online TEFL courses have been evaluated and have successfully met all the criteria necessary to be accredited by this prominent and highly respected institute. If you choose to attend an in-class TEFL course at one of our many...  [Read more]

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Tips on Teaching Reading to EFL Students One-to-One Reading is one of the two receptive language skills that might seem easier to teach. When learning to read in a foreign language, a student doesn't have to deal with accents or pronunciation problems, as it often happens with speaking and listening. What's more, learning reading skills does not necessarily imply high teacher participation and can generally be done independently. Much as with writing, it might seem tempting to relegate most of reading to homework, especially in one-to-one teaching. The easier way isn't always the best one, and paying enough attention to this aspect of English during one's lessons offers many benefits. Table of...  [Read more]

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching Language Skills: Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening There are 4 different types of language skills: reading, listening, speaking, and writing. When teaching, a teacher should make sure that students develop all four language skills. This can be achieved through different teaching techniques as well as through practicing them through exercises. Table of Contents How to teach reading? How to teach writing? How to teach speaking? How to teach listening? 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! How to teach reading? Reading is important for students in many different ways and it is...  [Read more]

ITTT - Accreditation ITTT has been providing TEFL and TESOL courses since the 1990s and during this time has developed relationships with many of the leading individuals, institutes and schools in the industry. We are committed to improving the standard of English language teaching worldwide and we only offer the highest quality courses. Below you will find some of our main affiliations and accreditations: Paris University of International Education (online courses) The certificates gained by completing a training course with ITTT are the only 100% online TEFL/TESOL certificates available that are validated, accredited and credit bearing from an internationally-recognized university. The higher education institute known as the Paris University of International Education is recognized as...  [Read more]

Thu, 14 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Can Language Teachers Encourage Student Motivation? Motivation is integral to the development of any language learner. Disengaged learners do not actively participate in or see the reasoning behind their learning. While external motivation is a prominent factor, teachers need to implement a range of strategies to encourage enthusiastic engagement in classroom activities. To provide adequate opportunities for student achievement, educators need to understand their students and utilize prior experiences in their instruction. Effective classroom instruction will implement materials and resources that are relevant to students' lives and provide ample opportunity for meaningful communication while ensuring activities are fun and...  [Read more]

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Evaluation of Receptive Skills There are two Receptive language skills; Reading and Listening. English speaker's use both of these are used for the same two purposes, for entertainment, or to help us to achieve a particular goal. Reading and listening are not just as simple as opening your eyes or ears, each student will have different problems areas to target and understanding the received language will vary from country to country. For example, a person from England who saw the headline "Magpies destroy Red Devils" would know that the article was referring to Premier League football, and not an actual event. Table of Contents Anticipated Problems How to Work it throught? Teaching Resources Vocabulary Adjusting Own Speech Do you...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Learning to Read, Reading to Learn: How Reading Can Influence Language Acquisition There has been a wide body of research regarding the positive effects that reading has on a student's literacy levels. Introducing more reading material, and, even cultivating a love of reading in the classroom, can thus improve a student's fluency in a new language. Table of Contents How does Reading help? Acquiring a Language through Constant Motivation Developing Fluency The Level of Exposure to a New Language Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sher L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. How...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Readers Are Leaders: How to Instill a Love for Reading in Children? 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. Table of Contents Text Difficulty and Vocabulary Support Setting Achievable Reading Goals Tailoring Reading Material to Children's Interests...  [Read more]

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Stories for ESL Students of Different Age Groups Stories expose the students to more language, they engage and motivate the learner, they can be used to teach the structure of a language and the concepts about print which may be different between cultures. Stories with images can also help the students anchor their knowledge about the text. Listening to stories also helps the students hear accents and how words are pronounced. However, it is important to choose the correct book or story for the students you are working with. If familiar storylines are chosen the student is more likely to understand the story. It is also important to take into consideration the interests of the students and to find text on those topics. Table of...  [Read more]

TEFL in Reynosa, Mexico Date posted:2008-02-06 | Writer: Language Pedagogics International | Email: [email protected] COMBINE U.S.-COMPARABLE PAY WITH LOW COST OF LIVING ON U.S./MEXICO BORDERLanguage Pedagogics International is urgently seeking a qualified ESL teacher to teach corporate personnel in Reynosa, Tamaulipas, Mexico (near McAllen, Texas).Pay: $1,980 - $4,800 per month, depending on qualifications and experience. We will also help defray moving expenses.Hours: 20 to 30 class-hours per week.Minimum requirements: CELTA or other well-recognized TESL credential, two years experience, and excellent references.Greater preference and opportunities will be given to applicants with DELTA, M.A. TESOL, and/or experience supervising and training other teachers.Persons looking for a...  [Read more]

TESOL/TEFL in English-speaking countries If you are looking for work as an ESOL teacher in the United States the best places to look are those with large immigrant populations such as Florida, California, Texas and New York. Due to immigration restrictions non-US citizens will have difficulty finding legal work in America and most jobs will tend to be reserved for US citizens only. For teaching jobs in government schools teachers will need to be licensed by the state education department. Private language schools require a TESOL certificate only. In Canada the majority of jobs can be found in Vancouver, Toronto and Ottawa. Although Canadian citizens have the best chances of securing a teaching position, those from commonwealth countries may find it easier than those from other...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Enhancing Receptive Skills: Teaching Reading and Listening Receptive skills, namely reading and listening, are crucial for English language learners. These skills are essential for understanding and communicating effectively. From comprehension to specific purposes, such as entertainment or information gathering, receptive skills play a vital role in language acquisition. Table of Contents The Importance of Comprehension Skills for Comprehension Teaching Challenges and Approaches Considerations for Teachers 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...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Reading as the Influential Key to Language Acquisition Learning a foreign language is quite challenging and reading has crucial importance in learning the vocabularies of the language and also learning vocabulary can affect reading texts. Knowing vocabulary is an important factor in language acquisition. Although grammar is very important too but to understand the meaning of the text, the students need to know the meaning of the words first. So reading offers the learner a wide range of words, different grammar and makes them more successful in speaking a language compared to those who don't read much. Table of Contents Reading has another impact on learning a language and it is about syntax. As reading has a very important role in...  [Read more]

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Teach Receptive Skills in The Classroom The four basic language skills are divided into two categories; the receptive ("passive") skills — reading and listening, and the productive ("active") skills — speaking and writing. All are invaluable skills to learn when becoming proficient in a new foreign language and teachers should try to incorporate them into their lessons whenever possible. However, this summative task will be solely focused on receptive skills and how to teach them in the classroom. Students may need to read/listen for a purpose — for example, reading an extract of a book as part of their homework assignment, or they may want to read/listen for entertainment — for example, listening...  [Read more]

Company Courses TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Company Courses 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 B. W. - USA said: Teaching Receptive Skills Learning the two receptive language skills, listening and reading, can be a very frustrating experience for students studying English as a foreign or second language. To become an effective English reader and listener, the student must develop a number of specialized skills that do not often come naturally. As a teacher and a native english speaker, you need to be aware of this potential for frustration. You must be able to mitigate...  [Read more]

Sun, 10 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences The Most Common Problems Students in Mongolia Face When Learning English English language learners at high school and college levels in Mongolia face a variety of structural and cultural difficulties that often prevent them from moving beyond an intermediate or even-low level in spoken and written English. This post will look at a few of the core issues and examine some of the ways to help improve the type of instruction provided in Mongolia that could prove beneficial for future language students. Table of Contents The Issues Facing Students and Teachers Brief History of English Teaching in Mongolia Lack of Creative Thinking and Resources The Problem of Self-Taught English The ESA Method TEFL Curriculum Hope For The Future Are you...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of Reading in Language Acquisition Reading is an integral part of the process of acquiring language skills and can be strong support for the development of listening, speaking and writing skills. We will explore the benefits of the diversity of written material - both in topic and style - the ways it can be utilized or expanded upon. We will also look at its shortcomings and some strategies for overcoming them. Table of Contents Structure of Texts Passive Learning Mastering Skills Downsides Lack of Listening Ways to Overcome Problems Writing Skill Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jason T. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Common Problems of Russian Speakers in English Learning English in Russia is a very popular time-spending. People learn English in various ways. Table of Contents Learning at school: Learning in the university: Learning on their own: But when the time passes most of them lose motivation because of some reasons: Taking private lessons: Learning in the language school: So there are the following problems in learning English by Russians: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Elizaveta A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Learning at school: in most schools learning English is...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Asia General  How about Teaching English in Cambodia? Writer: AVSE-TESOL | Email: [email protected] We help ‘adventure seekers’ start a well-paid job teaching English in Cambodia in record time – with the right work visa, accommodation, valid teaching certification – and zero headaches.AVSE-TESOL is a market leader in Cambodia's booming education and training sectors. We have entered contracts with 93 schools in Cambodia to provide quality candidates for ongoing, well-paid jobs teaching English as a second language (ESL). These positions offer an excellent opportunity for professionally-minded people - newcomers and experienced ESL teachers - of all ages who are motivated to teach English abroad. •    While a university degree is highly...  [Read more]

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Materials for Teaching English Online With the opportunity of teaching English online comes the opportunity of using items outside of the classroom. Exactly what materials can be used for teaching English online? Most importantly, online teaching requires specific equipment for enabling a quality connection to students. For the classroom, any items that can assist in teaching students the language can be used for online lessons. Using some regular classroom materials is a great option but objects found at home and online resources are extremely useful, too. This summative paper will discuss the types of materials mentioned above. Table of Contents Computer Interactive Equipment Sharing Abilities Do you want to teach English abroad?...  [Read more]

English Teachers Wanted for the 2023-2024 School Year in Palestine Date posted:2023-03-26 | Writer: Pioneers Baccalaureate School | Email: [email protected] Pioneers Baccalaureate School in Nablus, Palestine is currently hiring English teachers for the 2023-2024 school year.English Language PositionsAll English classes are full English immersion. Early elementary classes introduce students to English letters, sounds, and written forms, and focus on steadily increasing students' reading, writing, listening, speaking, and grammar capabilities in English as well as instilling positive classroom behavior and a joy of learning. In later elementary and middle school classes, students read both fictional and informational books, novels, or other texts and develop their reading, writing, and...  [Read more]

TEFL in Mexico - Monterrey Date posted:2004-05-31 | Writer: Etika Ingles de Negocios SC | Email: [email protected] Right now we have the need for two male teachers. We require native speakers with a university degree gained within the last 4 years, a Cert. TESOL/TEFL/CELTA and some teaching experience. Most of our work in small groups, but we also have some individual classes with managers and directors, therefore it is important that you really can teach in a professional setting. We prefer that you already speak some Spanish. We also require two easily checkable references regarding your teaching ability. We pay a decent salary that will allow you to enjoy living in Mexico; some teachers have saved money and others spent on holidays. Subsidized living accommodation and an...  [Read more]

Sun, 07 Oct 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 10 Tips for Teaching Grammar to EFL Students Abroad Teaching English grammar is an important part of any EFL classroom. Depending on the level of your students and the degree of difficulty of the topics, the teacher may encounter several problems in the classroom. However, the following 10 tips should help you to prepare effective grammar lessons for your EFL students abroad. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Show your students why grammar matters 2. Give quizzes that grade themselves 3. Use games to teach grammar 4. Put students in the role of the teacher 5. Take requests 6. Have students set up learning goals 7. Encourage and reward error-finding 8. Write original sentences 9. Use videos wisely 10. Find it in the texts...  [Read more]

Sun, 05 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences 9 Ways To Get Efficient In Classroom Management What is classroom management? Classroom management refers to all kinds of activities and measures taken by teachers in order to make effective use of their time, to create a good learning environment and to reduce bad behavior. In classroom teaching, in addition to the task of "teaching", the teacher also has the task of "managing", that is, coordinating and controlling all kinds of teaching factors in order to ensure the smooth progress of teaching activities. Table of Contents 1. Expression control method 2. Sound control method 3. Gaze method 4. Pause attraction method 5. Name method 6. Gesture method 7. Short rest method 8. Media transformation method 9. Competition stimulation...  [Read more]

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Songs Can be Used as a Didactic Material Teaching a foreign language involves a whole set of different stages and methods that are guided and put into practice by the teacher. Table of Contents Universal Language Power of Songs Choosing teaching materials Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Maria S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Universal Language If music is a "universal language", and it is furthermore considered as an element inherent to culture, this link between music and the teaching of language can be explored using the song as didactic material. Often the most...  [Read more]

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Creating and Adapting Teaching Materials Nothing ever comes to be without being created first. The same can be said for any lesson, without creating the materials to be used in the lesson it would be difficult for any teacher to deliver their intended lesson to students. Then one would ask the question of why is it important to create and adapt teaching materials if some already exist.in as much as using already available materials saves time and expense, it is not always effective because the materials not be intended for that specific target group and would not deliver the intended impact if not hinder it all together. Therefore materials need adjusting or adapting them to suit the requirements of the students. Table of Contents...  [Read more]

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways to Overcome Challenges When Teaching Receptive Skills What opportunities do learners have to practice these core skills in the lesson? This question is often expressed by teachers when teaching a new language whereas learners do not need to produce language but receive it. Table of Contents As regards the reading skills and strategies, students may use the following: As to the approaches to teaching reading, it should begin with general compression and move towards a greater concern with details. Begin with a focus on meaning before paying attention to the language used in the text. Listening The difficulties may be: The strategies and ideas may be: Here is a sequence of a listening lesson: Do you want to teach English abroad?...  [Read more]

Employment teaching English in Japan Date posted:2003-12-03 | Writer: Jade Eikaiwa | Email: [email protected] We have positions available starting either immediately, after the New Year or in April for teachers in our Shikoku schools. The positions are for "conversation" teachers who will be responsible a range of classes from small children through to adult and company lessons. However, as a large percentage of classes involve children we are looking for teachers who are comfortable working with kids. Preference will therefore be given to applicants with a background in early childhood development, elementary school teaching or other experience dealing with children. A degree is of course necessary for Visa requirements as well as a commitment to teach for at least one year....  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Top Tips for Creating and Adapting Engaging Teaching Materials Nothing ever comes to be without being created first. The same can be said for any lesson, without creating the materials to be used in the lesson it would be difficult for any teacher to deliver their intended lesson to students. Then one would ask the question of why is it important to create and adapt teaching materials if some already exist.in as much as using already available materials saves time and expense, it is not always effective because the materials not be intended for that specific target group and would not deliver the intended impact if not hinder it all together. Therefore materials need adjusting or adapting them to suit the requirements of the...  [Read more]