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Simple Rules Which Help to Keep Students Motivated - TEFL Blog
Tue, 14 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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Simple Rules Which Help to Keep Students Motivated
Emphasize the most critical concepts continuously. Reiterate these concepts in lectures and assignments throughout the course. Include questions relating to these critical subjects on every exam, thus rewarding students for learning, retaining, and, hopefully, applying this knowledge in a variety of contexts.
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1. Use visual aid
2. Organize in-class activities
3. Show that the content is related
4. Show the importance of the vocabulary
5. Praise
6. Challenge
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How to Use Learners’ Internal Motivation - TEFL Blog
Thu, 02 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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How to Use Learners’ Internal Motivation
Motivating students is always a challenge and can, in fact, be one of the most difficult parts of education. There are countless ways to either encourage or intimidate a student into completing their work or participating in class but these external motivators have a limited effect. Encouragement and praise may only motivate a student while they are seated in the classroom. A teacher expressing disappointment on an uncompleted assignment may only encourage the student to avoid the subject or course work altogether. One of the best ways I have found for motivating students is to find a student's internal motivation.
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Finding Students' Future Goals
Setting Up The... [Read more]
3 Steps to Teaching Mixed Ability ESL Students Effectively - TEFL Blog
Wed, 17 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
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3 Steps to Teaching Mixed Ability ESL Students Effectively
It is well known that the population of students in the same class is usually heterogeneous. In other words, all students have different learning abilities, talents, intelligence, interests, and maturity level. A teacher's task is to understand how to help each student to learn best. Educators use various teaching techniques, methods, and tools to reach students' needs. There are different ways to teach the classes with mixed learning abilities, and among them are the strategies that work well in the multilevel classes.
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2. The principles of instruction
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Teaching Skills From the Swedish Curriculum and TEFL Syllabus Perspective - TEFL Blog
Tue, 06 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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Teaching Skills From the Swedish Curriculum and TEFL Syllabus Perspective
As a teacher of English, one may need to identify some areas that are essential in teaching even though the syllabus doesn't mention them. For instance, what to teach is suggested but not how to do that. Having taken courses in pedagogy and didactics in Sweden (in the Swedish language) was and still is highly appreciated, but I may consider the TEFL and CTEYLS courses more satisfying when it comes to investigating ways and possibilities of designing a syllabus in teaching English. Another consequence of studying these courses is that it may as well result in better understanding and improving methods of preparing the French language as well.
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Motivating Students In An ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Thu, 04 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Motivating Students In An ESL Classroom
Motivation is a crucial part of learning and it has grave importance especially in an ESL classroom. Language teachers should be aware of their role in motivating their students and take responsibility while teaching. Students tend to get easily demotivated while they are learning a new language since it involves making many mistakes and devoting a lot of time and effort. Teachers should help their students to keep their motivation level high. There are three main steps for motivating learners. Teachers should start with setting attainable goals, blend their needs and interests while teaching and acknowledge their accomplishments.
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Parents Part in Children’s Educational Process - TEFL Blog
Mon, 03 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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Parents Part in Children’s Educational Process
A child's education starts at home. For a child, every parent should be his or her first teacher. So parents' role in the education of their child is very critical. They form a bridge between their child and school. Child, school/teacher, and parents form a triangle. When they work together children often tend to do better in school. They achieve not only academic success but also develop better social skills.
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Parent-child communication
Parent-teacher communication
Home support
Encouragement and reward
Setting a positive environment
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How to Teach ESL Classes of Mixed Ability - TEFL Blog
Thu, 24 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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How to Teach ESL Classes of Mixed Ability
Students are never on the same proficiency as one another. Whether that would be in Math class, Science class, or English class. Everyone has their own abilities and own knowledge. As a teacher, this can be an exciting challenge. There are many ways that you can improve learning in your mixed-ability classroom.
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Peer Learning in Small Groups
Challenge
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Teaching Opportunities in Miami, USA
Date posted:2022-02-08 | Writer: Cultural Center for Language Studies - CCLS (Miami, FL) | Email: [email protected]
CCLS is looking for dynamic, part time ESL/Spanish/Portuguese instructors who are ready to guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their academic potential. Our teachers work in sync to provide the best educational experience to our students.CCLS has been teaching English, Portuguese, and Spanish conversation courses since 1993 to hundreds of thousands of students in the USA as well as educational institutions in other countries. There are over 500 affiliated CCLS institutions.Main Job Responsibilities » Plan classes in accordance with the school´s curriculum. » Exercise good classroom... [Read more]
Being Flexible in your Teaching Methods - TEFL Blog
Tue, 12 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Being Flexible in your Teaching Methods
When it comes to teaching a lot of teachers are set in their ways, especially if this has been their career for a while, but over the years we have learned that teachers need to be flexible with their methods because there is a wide range of learning abilities in every classroom. Each child has their own learning styles and the way we approach a lesson should be tailored too, hopefully, to meet the needs of every child in the room.
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Planning for better learning experiences
Before planning
Adaptability
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Why Building Confidence in Students is Important and What Techniques ESL/EFL Teachers Can Use - TEFL Blog
Thu, 20 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Why Building Confidence in Students is Important and What Techniques ESL/EFL Teachers Can Use
Confidence is a feeling of self-assurance from believing in one's own abilities or qualities. It is indispensable if we want to succeed in doing anything, and learning English is no exception. Confidence enhances performance, making learning less stressful and remembering what is learned a lot easier. It gives English learners the courage to explore and discover the language with or without teachers. Confident learners are not afraid of making mistakes or challenging themselves. All these lead to success eventually, not only for the learners but also for the teachers. Therefore, ESL/EFL teachers (teachers) need to build confidence in... [Read more]
Establish Rapport or Teaching's a Bore - TEFL Blog
Wed, 12 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Establish Rapport or Teaching's a Bore
Establishing a rapport with my students has been the most 'natural' part of my teaching experience. When I started my teaching career about ten years ago, ideas like classroom management and lesson planning were alien to me. I struggled immensely trying to learn strategies to excel in that area of education. Establishing relationships with my students was easy and always seemed to just happen for me. As the years have passed, I've been able to reflect on my time in the classroom and I've discovered some common denominators relating to me why exactly students are drawn to me (and me to them!). I think other people can learn from my interactions with the students who have passed through my... [Read more]
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EFL Teaching Position in India
Date posted:2018-11-26 | Writer: Kohinoor American School | Email: [email protected]
Kohinoor American School (KAS) is an authorized IB school, located in the picturesque town of Khandala, India. It is a co-educational, boarding, international school established to serve families who wish to offer the best IB education to their children in an environment that promotes creativity, innovation and collaboration. We have an opportunity for a TEFL qualified teacher with the capability of leading our ESL curriculum development.
JOB DETAILS:
To identify and promote core learning skills and teaching strategies.
To encourage best practice through support, advice and training opportunities.
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The Functions of an ESL Teacher in Class - TEFL Blog
Tue, 24 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The Functions of an ESL Teacher in Class
Every English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher desires to successfully teach their students how to proficiently speak, understand, and use the English language. English is a very complex language, and teaching it presents many challenges. Because of this, an ESL teacher must be willing and able to take on various roles throughout the teaching of a lesson. During a typical ESL lesson, a teacher will have some, or all, of the following roles: a manager or controller, an organizer, an observer, an assessor, a prompter, a participant, and a resource or facilitator.
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Management
Observation
Assessment
Prompt
Participation
Facilitation
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Teach English in Vietnam (8)
Date posted:2015-07-05 | Writer: American Academy | Email: [email protected]
American Academy has been widely recognized as a leading, reputable and reliable English Language Center with 29 branches in Vietnam and Thailand for over 10 years. We are looking for experienced, dynamic EFL teachers who can start in late August – September to teach communicative English at public schools in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
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• Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to a range of classes and age group
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TEFL Middle East - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English In Saudi Arabia 1
Teach English in Saudi Arabia,
Date posted:2009-01-05 | Writer: Skyline Global Solutions | Email: [email protected]
Skyline Global Solutions, a proven leader in recruiting in Saudi Arabia based in Philadelphia, PA. Is recruiting for TEFL qualified Native Canadian and American English Teachers with EXCELLENT tax free salary and benefit packages for their well known partner in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia!
Position Description: To Teach Prescribed ESL Curriculum to Adults and in specific situations to Young learners . To assist in collecting ,collating and evaluating ESL delivery information and student data . To assist in providing periodic assessment , skill acquisition evaluation examinations and preparation of test result reports for their assigned classes... [Read more]
The Problem of Mixed-Ability ESL Classrooms in TEFL Teaching - TEFL Blog
Mon, 15 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
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The Problem of Mixed-Ability ESL Classrooms in TEFL Teaching
It's almost impossible to avoid the situation where all students will be at the same level. Different people have different learning curves. Most of the schools have a level testing procedure, but, despite this fact, within one classroom, we can meet fast learners and slow learners. A good teacher should know how to work with any type of student. So, in my essay, I'm going to discuss how to teach mixed-ability classes.
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Learning Process
Extra Activities
Homework
Outside The Classroom
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TEFL Middle East - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ University In Saudi Arabia Seeks Tefl Qualified Teachers
University in Saudi Arabia Seeks TEFL Qualified Teachers
Date posted:2018-01-03 | Writer: ICEAT | Email: [email protected]
ICEAT is looking for the reliable candidates to sign up as ESL teachers in Princess Norah University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This post is open to native and non-native English speakers. For non native speakers an ILETS score of at least 7.5 is required.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Ability to teach Adults non-native English learners.
Organize and deliver lectures to students.
Prepare classroom and coursework materials, homework assignments, and handouts.
Develop English lesson plans in line with the prescribed Curriculum.
Other Duties: As needed by the employer and accepted by the candidate.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
ESL teaching experience not less than two Years.
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Full Time TEFL Position in Dubai
Date posted:2017-10-11 | Writer: Jumeira University | Email: [email protected]
Jumeira University, a private University in Dubai, is welcoming applications from qualified, professional, career-driven male teachers to fill one full time TEFL vacancy. Candidates must be available for an imminent start.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
•Qualified in TESOL, ELT, EFL, ESL, applied linguistics or a closely related field. Master degree is preferred.
•Committeemen to students, the profession and to a learner-centered and teaching philosophy espoused by the University.
•Flexibility in order to adapt to an experiential, content- and task-based approach to teaching.
•Teaching experience no less than 2 years.
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7 Ideas on Using Social Media in the ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Fri, 17 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
7 Ideas on Using Social Media in the ESL Classroom
In the modern classroom, teachers need to be flexible with technology and digital materials to help students achieve better results. With the ideas on using social media below, you can diversify your lessons and engage students even more effectively.
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1. Keep Me Posted
2. ESL Blog
3. Connected Classrooms
4. YouTube Channel
5. Digital Citizenship
6. Hang out!
7. Edmondo
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1. Keep Me Posted
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TEFL Asia General - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English In Kota Kinabalu Malaysia
Teach English in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Date posted:2011-10-18 | Writer: Global English Centre | Email: [email protected]
Global English Centre is looking for a native English speaking ESL teacher with early learning experience. Our school is situated in Kota Kinabalu, near the centre of the city business area with major shopping facilities a short walk away. The classrooms, library and computer lab within the centre are fully air-conditioned. Additionally the wireless network throughout the building offers free internet and email access. We offer an attractive benefits package, including full-in-house academic support, flights, accommodation and food allowance, utility bills, all visa costs and health insurance paid. The ideal candidate should be able to promote, nurture, and... [Read more]
Three Different Types of Error Correction in Classrooms - TEFL Blog
Fri, 21 May 2021 Shirin Sophy
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Three Different Types of Error Correction in Classrooms
Unlike ESL students, who take advantage of living in countries that English is widely used on a regular basis, people who try to learn English as a foreign language or EFL learners' exposure to English is inevitably limited to those three to four hours a week that they spend in academic environments. Their needs are consequently a little bit different from ESL students.
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Self-correction
Peer-correction
Teacher-correction
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Teachers & Learners – Language Levels of Learners
Federico Riva
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There are five general levels used to describe ESL students. In this blog post, we will outline the levels and discuss what characteristics the learners within those levels have.
Nightly Reading Homework: Best Practices in 6 Steps
Ahmed Taha
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
This blog post explains what the teacher can do and what parents and other caregivers can do to ensure that this assignment is truly beneficial to the child's development as a reader.
The Challenges of Teaching EFL to Older Adults
Desrine Francois
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5 Tips for Effective Online ESL Teaching - TEFL Blog
Mon, 24 Jul 2023 Sara Stojanovic
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5 Tips for Effective Online ESL Teaching
In the last few years, the world has witnessed a remarkable turn toward online schooling. With the outbreak of the pandemic, both the teachers and the students had to get used to an entirely new way of studying and teaching.
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1 Master the platform you are using
2 Plan your classes carefully
3 Understand the needs of your students
4 Actively participate in the class
5 Provide and seek feedback
Conclusion
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The Three Main Types of High Schools in Japan
Etienne Van Rooyen
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There are three types of senior high schools in Japan. Each senior high school (grades 10, 11, and 12) has a different purpose and students attend it. Understanding this helps us learn how English language learning in Japan is differently yet similars each school. With this knowledge, as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) you can adapt your lessons plans, materials and style to fit your school/s.
Nightly Reading Homework: Best Practices in 6 Steps
Ahmed Taha
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
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A.W. - U.S.A. said:
Teaching1-1Although there are not many materials available on teaching one to one lessons, it is becoming very popular in the EFL world. Highly motivated students wish to have a class that is suited towards their individual needs and maximum time spent improving their pronunciation and English conversation skills with a teacher. Teachers often find this teaching rewarding because they get to spend more time teaching and getting to know a... [Read more]
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G.Z. - Australia said:
General Teaching Skills in the classroomThe face of the average learner in an ESL classroom is changing. In previous decades mainly college-bound students studied foreign languages; however, today a great mix of students with a range of needs, ability levels, expectations and diverse backgrounds populate our classrooms. More adult learners, from business-based students to increasing numbers of refugees, can be attributed to a rapidly changing... [Read more]
Teaching English to Older Students: ✅ The Pros and Cons - TEFL Blog
Thu, 14 Jan 2021 Francesca Marchi
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Teaching English to Older Students: ✅ The Pros and Cons
What do you imagine there may be behind a group of old learners? Well, whatever comes to your mind, I can tell you it sounds like having an extended family that warms you up and makes you feel at home. Older students could be like loving grand-parents, great-uncles or great-aunts, and apart from relatives, caring neighbors and dearest friends. Actually, you may find out they are active pensioners, retired teachers or scholars, culture lovers, as well as humble workers without school-leaving certificates and, above all, passionate people and happy learners: these are senior students. In the following lines, I'm going to share my classroom experience with you.... [Read more]
Several Secrets of Good Student Teacher Rapport - TEFL Blog
Fri, 25 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Several Secrets of Good Student Teacher Rapport
Rapport according to the Cambridge dictionary means "a good understanding of someone and an ability to communicate well with them", it can also be defined as a close and harmonious relationship in which the people or groups concerned understand each other's feelings or ideas and communicate well.
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Rapport in ESL Teaching
Be Interested in Students
Be Open to Students' Questions
Be Interested in Their Culture
Play Games
Praise and Encourage
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Course Books and Materials: Dictionaries
Federico Riva
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In this blog we are going to consider the types and use of dictionaries. Which is the best dictionary for the different levels of student to use and what are some of the things we should and should not do with them?
Course Books and Materials - Best Use of the Course Book
Federico Riva
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In this blog post, we will consider how best to use the teaching material course book that often accompanies a course. There are a number of strategies we can adopt to get the most out of the book in different situations.
Coursebooks and Materials - Authentic and Created Materials
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