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How to Use Songs to Teach English to Young Children - TEFL Blog
Wed, 06 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
How to Use Songs to Teach English to Young Children
Songs are used as a pedagogical tool for many reasons, especially with young children. This approach to teaching can empower young students and it recognizes differing abilities and skills. Activities are designed to support the goals of the curriculum and will accommodate multiple learning styles. Songs are universal and used all over the world to teach cultural information and they play an important role in a young child's learning and development. The use of songs is a teaching method that helps students comprehend the information taught. Songs encourage fluency, vocabulary, structures, patterns as well as speaking skills.
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How to Motivate Students to Learn English? - TEFL Blog
Fri, 06 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
How to Motivate Students to Learn English?
This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Monika B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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There are two types of motivation: intrinsic and extrinsic
Tactics to motivate students:
1. The teacher should make the class more communicative
2. The teacher should make English practical
3. The teacher should try to make the class a fun setting
4. The teach should form a relationship
5. The teacher should give feedback
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How to Teach English to Adults Online - TEFL Blog
Mon, 10 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
How to Teach English to Adults Online
Teaching English online is an excellent opportunity for English speakers since it requires no formal teaching experience. A persons' understanding of the natural turns of English and idioms is what many adult learners need to improve their English use. It gives the teacher the ability to create his teaching path and teach in a way that is believed best for the students (Salmon, 2011).
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The Level of Contact
Teaching Schedule
Teaching Professionalism
Implementing Additional Materials
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How to Teach English to Children Online - TEFL Blog
Tue, 28 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
How to Teach English to Children Online
There are a lot of things to consider when you teach English to children online. Aside from the basic knowledge about the English language, you should also take into account your professionalism as an educator, the suitable place where you'll be setting up your office, the essential devices that you'll be needing for online teaching, and other prerequisites like paraphernalia (toys, flashcards, and visual aids), and computer applications.
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Professionalism
Environment
Equipment
Learning Paraphernalia, Props and Aids
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Ways to Encourage ESL Students to Learn English - TEFL Blog
Wed, 02 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Ways to Encourage ESL Students to Learn English
To be able to answer this question, we need to think about what is the meaning of motivation. So motivation is the force that drives us to achieve our goals.
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What Does Students' Progress Depend on?
Motivation
Student-Teacher Relationships
Evaluation and Assessment
Parents Role
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The Complete Guide To Teaching English To Groups - TEFL Blog
Thu, 21 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
The Complete Guide To Teaching English To Groups
Teachers who walk into a new classroom are never sure what type of students will be there. Many times, they will get a class that has a mixed ability. Some of the students may have a stronger grasp of the English language than others. An experienced teacher would know what to do. But what about an inexperienced teacher? This post will describe some of the steps and strategies that would assist them.
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"The teacher needs to arrive early to assess the environment of the classroom."
Start with a game!
Hold pre-assessments
Identify your students
Mix stronger students with weaker students
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Ways to Teach English to Young Students Online - TEFL Blog
Mon, 24 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Ways to Teach English to Young Students Online
I chose the topic, "How to teach English to children online" because this is ultimately what I want to do with this TEFL certificate. This topic also incorporates a few of the other topics. I will however just focus on teaching children and how I can be the best teacher to them and help them achieve their goals. I will mainly refer to what I have learned in Unit 19, Teaching special groups.
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Benefits of online lessons
English usage at maximum
Things to avoid
Practicing patience
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Approaches to Teaching English Vocabulary to ESL Students - TEFL Blog
Thu, 06 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Approaches to Teaching English Vocabulary to ESL Students
Learning new vocabulary is considered as an integral part of learning a new language. Even children who learn their mother tongues learn isolated phrases and words before making complex sentences. Similarly, in second language learning, teaching new words and phrases plays an important role in helping learners' communication. Based on David Wilkins "without grammar very little can be conveyed, without vocabulary nothing can be conveyed". If learners spend their time on learning grammar, their English will not improve greatly. However, if they learn more words, phrases, and expressions, they can express almost anything (Thornberry, 2002; Watkin, 2005).
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My Personal Experience Moving to Beijing to Teach English - TEFL Blog
Fri, 07 Feb 2020 Joanna Dineva
Destinations Alumni Experiences
My Personal Experience Moving to Beijing to Teach English
Traveling for me is more than seeing a tourist sight and snapping a picture for your social media. Traveling is the opportunity to explore the world, immerse myself in different cultures and connect with the people of those cultures. Teaching English abroad has allowed me to do just that. In late 2019 an opportunity presented itself for me to teach English in Beijing, China. I had never been to China before. I had never traveled to Asia before. Having an adventurous soul and nomadic heart that I have, I accept the offer without too much hesitation.At the time of writing this personal experience article, I have lived in China for approximately four months and would... [Read more]
What to Bring to Costa Rica - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English Abroad
What to Bring to Costa Rica
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Best Ways to Apply Songs and Music to English Teaching - TEFL Blog
Mon, 10 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Best Ways to Apply Songs and Music to English Teaching
Teaching a group of new students can, and frequently is an intimidating challenge. Working with students who are just meeting you, and have unknown skill levels often creates a chaotic environment. By incorporating pieces of music that are familiar to the teacher and students we can increase rapport, improve confidence, train listening skills, and engage students quickly and more effectively. There are multiple ways to use music in the classroom and to teach English as a foreign language, and each should be tailored to the needs of the students.
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Easy and Familiar
Authentic
Engaging
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TEFL Poland - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Opportunity To Teach English To Adults In Poland
Opportunity to Teach English to Adults in Poland
Date posted:2022-07-20 | Writer: Three Lions English for Life | Email: [email protected]
We are looking for dynamic, professional native level speaker English teachers to teach with us ONLINE and/or IN-SCHOOL. All materials and plans are provided to the teacher in digital format - no paper or printing required.We guarantee an exceptionally high level of care for our teachers, with a good salary. We want our teachers to feel comfortable, valued and motivated because this will maximise the satisfaction of our students. We only teach adults and ONLINE lessons are via Zoom. Details of PositionWe are looking for friendly, intelligent and dynamic teachers to teach English ONLINE and / or IN-SCHOOL for our Krakow English school. We are now in our... [Read more]
Teaching English to Spanish Speakers - TEFL Blog
Tue, 14 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching English to Spanish Speakers
The accelerated growth of English as a global language has made people from all around the world realize how important this one is nowadays, even in our everyday life we find English words and content wherever we look, technology, movies, tv, business, and internet are only some of them. Therefore, people from different nationalities around the globe, show a lot of interest in learning the English language. This time we are going to focus on Latin and Hispanic students and the challenges that these Spanish speakers encounter when learning English.
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Differences between Spanish and Latino Students
Common roots
Challenges in English
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Global Benefits to Know English - TEFL Blog
Wed, 09 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Global Benefits to Know English
As we know English is a very important language, which is also very practical and helpful in our lives. If everyone in the world could speak the same language, it would be so convenient for us to communicate with each other, and we could go anywhere without worrying about communication barriers. Here are some of the benefits that I think English globalization brings to us.
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Expanding the Horizon
Cross-cultural communication
Convenience of life
Facilitate trade cooperation
Increase your life possibilities
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How to Learn English Grammar - TEFL Blog
Wed, 19 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
How to Learn English Grammar
In today's world learning English is no longer a possibility, but an essential part of being a world citizen. However, we must face the fact- for some people- to learn English grammar is not so easy and fun, they hate grammar and even think it is the most boring part of learning a new language. On the other hand, others are extremely interested in learning grammar rules and practice it as much as they can.
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There are Eight Practical Steps to Learn Grammar Easily.
Learn as many words as you can
Talk to people
Watch, Listen and Learn
Ask for Correction
Know the parts of speech
Look for patterns
Practice verb forms
Use Technology in your favor
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Do you need to be bilingual to teach English? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Do you need to be bilingual to teach English?
Many potential TEFL trainees come to us and ask whether they need to speak another language in order to teach English overseas or online. The good news is the answer is most definitely NO, you do not need to have any language skills other than a thorough understanding of the English language. Obviously, if you do speak the native language of the country you intend to live and work in it can be a real help in many ways, but it is not normally required by the employer.
What will I need to teach English as a foreign language?
The specific requirements for teaching English abroad or online will vary depending on the country and the individual employer. In all cases a thorough understanding of the mechanics of English will be required. On top of... [Read more]
How to Obtain a Work Visa to Teach English in Mexico - TEFL Blog
Sun, 06 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Visa and Legal Destinations
How to Obtain a Work Visa to Teach English in Mexico
Mexico is a popular destination for many teachers due to its immense job market and seemingly limitless opportunities for those with a TEFL certification. On top of that, it is possible for most teachers to secure a work visa, making it a very attractive location for those seeking a stable career teaching English abroad. Moreover, Mexico does not require its teachers to possess a four-year degree and non-native English speakers can also secure a good quality position. If you are interested in teaching in an exciting location in Latin America, here's how to obtain a work visa to teach English in Mexico.
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Requirements for a Work Visa in Mexico
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Do you need to be bilingual to teach English? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Do you need to be bilingual to teach English?
The straightforward answer is NO. Aspiring TEFL instructors often wonder about this, but the primary requirement is a profound mastery of English. While knowing the native language of your destination country can offer advantages in daily life and understanding cultural nuances, it is not a prerequisite for most employers. Your expertise in English will foster an immersive learning environment, encouraging students to actively engage with the language.
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What will I need to teach English as a foreign language?
How will I teach English if I don't speak the local language?
What are the benefits of learning the local language?
How to learn another language while teaching English abroad
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The How-To Guide for Americans to Teach English in Europe - TEFL Blog
Wed, 09 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Visa and Legal Destinations TEFL Information
The How-To Guide for Americans to Teach English in Europe
Every year, thousands of Americans embark on their adventure of teaching English abroad. Many of them dream of living in Europe but are deterred by the seemingly unfavorable visa regulations and they head to Asia or Latin America instead. While it is true that a lot of employers in European countries prefer to hire teachers with an EU passport to avoid having to organize a work visa for those from other countries, there are other ways to legally work in Europe as an American English teacher. Here is our how-to guide for Americans to teach English in Europe.
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How to teach English in Europe - Top Tips to find Jobs! - TEFL Blog
Wed, 19 May 2021 Federico Riva
Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information
How to teach English in Europe - Top Tips to find Jobs!
Hello, Linda here from ITTT for another weekly live session on Facebook and YouTube at the same time as always. If you've watched one of my sessions before thanks so much for tuning in again and if this is your first time watching, hello and welcome. If you are listening to this as a podcast episode, thanks so much for downloading the podcast, it means a lot to us as we always turn our live sessions into podcast episodes and you can find them on Spotify, Google Podcasts, itunes, all those podcast places out there.
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3 Key Points to Consider When Teaching English to Young Learners - TEFL Blog
Wed, 06 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker
Alumni Experiences
3 Key Points to Consider When Teaching English to Young Learners
Teaching English to young learners is quite different from teaching English to adults in many ways. One of the differences is that young learners do not learn the language in a conscious process, mostly they acquire the language. For young learners, it can be said that it is easier for them to acquire and learn English as long as they are exposed to the language. Since learning languages differs from age to age, teaching styles and strategies also change accordingly. As English teachers, we have different approaches, methods, techniques, and tools which gravitate towards different needs and levels of young learners. So, as English teachers, we should address those needs.... [Read more]
Top 10 Things to Know When Moving Abroad to Teach English - TEFL Blog
Thu, 11 Oct 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Destinations TEFL Information
Top 10 Things to Know When Moving Abroad to Teach English
So you are taking the leap and moving abroad to teach English. That's amazing! It's definitely not an easy task to pack all your belongings into one suitcase and just leave - but working abroad, getting paid to travel and meeting new, like-minded people is definitely worth the hassle. Once you have all your necessary documents in hand, you can think about the actual moving part of the ordeal. It's definitely not the same as going on a vacation and there are many things you need to think about. Here are ten things you need to know when moving abroad to teach English.
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Child Development: Points to Consider When Teaching English to Young Students - TEFL Blog
Thu, 14 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Child Development: Points to Consider When Teaching English to Young Students
These days, young children from non-English speaking countries are increasingly being forced to learn English and many parents believe that their children knowing English will benefit their children's futures. The demand for English teachers, particularly in Asia, is quite high and this has called for many schools and English learning centers in Asia to look to hire native English speakers. As demand is high, there often is a compromise on the quality of the teachers. Working with young children requires specific skill sets that often can be taught but must also come naturally. This essay will address issues and provide recommendations on what is needed to... [Read more]
Guide to Teaching One-to-One & Group Business English Classes - TEFL Blog
Tue, 23 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
Guide to Teaching One-to-One & Group Business English Classes
The main reason for doing this TEFL course was to improve my teaching skills and to use them to teach business English. Even though I studied business and economics, I cannot know everything in this field or other fields like hotel management or IT. But I can help my students to improve their vocabulary and to speak more fluently at meetings. It is important in the beginning that we ask our students what they would like to improve and why they decided to take special business English classes. Based on their needs we can provide a high-level class, tailored to their needs.
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Roles a Teacher has to Possess to Help Students Love English - TEFL Blog
Wed, 12 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Roles a Teacher has to Possess to Help Students Love English
"A man doesn't learn to understand anything unless he loves it" Goethe
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Accessor
Observer
Role model
Guide
Participant
Assistant and motivator
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The role of the teacher is very important in our lives. A good teacher provides us with knowledge, motivation, and encouragement while creating interest in his subject. He cares about his students and demonstrates patience. An experienced teacher knows what role or roles to take during his lesson. The most important role is the role of an organizer. The teacher instructs the class through daily activities. He may also split students into... [Read more]
5 Secrets How to Teach English Grammar to ESL Students Easily - TEFL Blog
Mon, 01 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
5 Secrets How to Teach English Grammar to ESL Students Easily
Some learners are very interested in finding out or learning grammar rules and doing lots of grammar exercises. Others hate grammar and think it is the most boring part of learning a new language. Whatever opinion you have, however, you cannot escape from grammar.
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1. Listening lays the foundation for learning any language, and it is the basis of all lessons
2. Watch and learn
3. Read many English books as possible
4. Know the parts of speech
5. Look for partners
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Is it easier to teach English to children or adults? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Is it easier to teach English to children or adults?
Is there an inherently simpler age group to teach English? The straightforward answer is no. Anyone who has navigated through varying classroom environments understands the stark differences between teaching adults and young learners. Each age group has their unique motives for being in the classroom, the levels of motivation and discipline fluctuate considerably, and even the learning styles can greatly differ. These disparities demand a teaching style that is specifically tailored to each group's needs. Let's delve into some of these key differences.
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What do you need to be able to Teach English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
What do you need to be able to Teach English Around the World?
Whether you want to teach as a volunteer in the depths of the jungle on the Thai-Myanmar border or as a business English instructor to corporate high-flyers in Sao Paulo, Brazil, you will need at the least a recognised TEFL/TESOL certificate.
Although it is still possible to find jobs where simply being a native speaker of English is enough to secure the position these opportunities are becoming few and far between and earning a 120-hour certificate with a reputable organisation should be your priority before starting out. A bachelor's degree is not a necessity for the majority of countries around the world and there are plenty of opportunities out there without such a qualification.
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Is it easier to teach English to children or adults? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Is it easier to teach English to children or adults?
Deciding whether it is easier to teach English to children or adults is subjective. Children are naturally curious, but their attention spans can be short, necessitating dynamic and engaging methods. Adults, on the other hand, often learn with a clear purpose and are self-motivated, yet they might require a deeper understanding of technical aspects like grammar. Both age groups present distinct challenges and benefits, and the ease of teaching hinges on the educator's adaptability to each group's unique needs and learning styles.
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Motivation and classroom management
Lesson content
Games and activities
Student expectations
Getting students to talk in English
Teacher/student relationships
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How to teach English in Europe - Top Tips to find Jobs! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
How to teach English in europe - Top Tips to find Jobs!
04/23/2021
hello hello hi linda here from itt for another weekly
live session on facebook and youtube at the same time as always if uh you've watched one
of my lives before thanks so much for tuning in again and if this is your first time watching
hello and welcome thanks so much for being here today and um yeah if you are listening to this
as a podcast episode thanks so much for downloading the podcast means a lot to us we always turn our live sessions into
podcast episodes and you can find them on spotify google podcasts
uh itunes all those podcast places out there and um yeah welcome welcome today's
topic is teaching english in europe
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