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Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles 7 Amazing Back-to-School Ideas for Your ESL Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Schools are starting again and students and teachers flock back to the classroom. Check out these simple and powerful back-to-school ideas and your students will surely remember this first lesson of yours for a long time! 7 Go-To Activities For Your ESL Conversation Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas As an ESL teacher, getting your students talking can be one of the most difficult things to accomplish. English learners often lack the necessary...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles The Need in a Structured Course to Progress in ESL Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the importance of creating a course syllabus for effective ESL teaching. Learning Techniques and Educational Assessment | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on learning types and assessment techniques. Top-5 Fun Flashcard Activities | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles 5 Fun and Engaging Flashcard Activities | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas of flashcard activities for children of different ages. Teacher as a Key Person in the Classroom Environment | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article was written by a TEFL graduate who explains what roles may teachers have within a classroom. How Teaching ESL Differs from Teaching EFL | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences ...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles 7 Amazing Winter and Christmas ESL Activities Your Students Will Love | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Are you not sure what to do this winter with your EFL students? Don't worry we've got you covered! Try these 7 amazing winter and Christmas ESL activities your students will absolutely love! What TEFL course is most useful? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information The first step to a career in teaching English abroad is a TEFL or TESOL certificate. However, with so many courses to choose from you will probably ask yourself: What TEFL...  [Read more]

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences How Can Parents Help an ESL Teacher? Parental involvement plays a pivotal role in the success of learning English as a second language (ESL) education. When parents actively participate in their child's language learning journey, they become valuable partners with ESL teachers contributing to the overall effectiveness of the educational process. This essay explores various ways in which parents can assist and support ESL teachers in fostering English language proficiency among their children. Table of Contents Creating a Supportive Home Environment Encouraging Reading and Language Practice Collaboration with Teachers Consistency and Practice for Language Acquisition The Crucial Role of Parents in ESL Teaching Are you...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 5 Creative Writing Activities for the ESL Classroom Laura Payne Teaching Ideas Writing is a large part of English language learning. This post looks at five different activities students can use to put their thoughts into writing. The 4 Most Common Learning Difficulties ESL Students Are Facing Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This article was written by a course graduate who shares the 4 most common learning difficulties ESL students are facing. Cultural Sensitivity in the Classroom – Focus on Teaching English To Non-Native Speakers Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This article was written by a course graduate who shares her thoughts on the importance of cultural sensitivity in the classroom...  [Read more]

Older Posts 5 Steps to Work on Your ESL Teaching Career Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their personal experience of ESL teaching career development. ✅ You will learn about five ways how to become a better ESL teacher and enhance your career. 5 Benefits of Sharing a 17sq-meter Apartment in Tokyo on the JET Program Maddy Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences If you're heading to Japan on the JET Program, be prepared for the fact that you could potentially be living in a very small space! But don't fear, there are so many benefits to living in a small space and honestly, you get used to it very quickly. It's just all part of living in the biggest city in the world! 5 Steps to...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Going Out of the Classroom: What Games and Activities Can Be Used? Outdoor games and activities can be motivating and fun for English language learners. According to my research, there are many different activities that teachers can use to practice and develop students' English language skills. Outdoor learning has many benefits: Students can be highly motivated and energized by being outside. When a class has become boring or the students disinterested, going outside can help students return to the classroom refreshed and more focused than before. Furthermore, being in the new surroundings opens up unique, memorable ways to teach English in the great outdoors. Table of Contents ESL Community Experience Choice of Activities Game...  [Read more]

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Fostering Flourishing Futures: Empowering Young ESL Learners with Innovative Strategies Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) to young learners requires special attention to foster a supportive and encouraging classroom environment. The success of ESL students is greatly influenced by the teacher's ability to motivate and engage them. It is important that teachers explore effective strategies and techniques for encouraging young ESL students in the classroom. These strategies can include creating a positive learning atmosphere, implementing interactive activities, providing constructive feedback, and promoting cultural inclusivity. Table of Contents Creating a Positive Learning Atmosphere Engaging with...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 5 Great Ways to Give Your Students Feedback Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Giving feedback is one of the most important parts of being a teacher. Here are 5 great ways to give your students feedback for a successful learning environment. 7 Awesome ESL Conversation Activities to Really Get Your Students Talking Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Check out these 7 awesome ESL conversation activities that will really get your students talking and help them learn English in no time! Top Tips for Teaching English One-on-One Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas One of our TEFL alumni has shared with us his tips when teaching one-on-one English lessons. Check them out in this post. Great Ideas for Teaching Listening Skills in the ESL...  [Read more]

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Learning Modes: Young Learners vs Adults In this short essay, I would like to share the differences in teaching YL and Adults. For effective learning, it is important for us, as teachers, to understand how these two groups go about learning. The critical point is the suitable design and delivery of the program. Table of Contents To enhance the adult learning and engagement Malcolm Knowles introduced 4 principles: 1. Involvement 2. Experience 3. Relevance 4. Problem-centered Teaching Young Learners vs. Adults: 1. Dependency: 2. Accepting Instruction: 3. Applying Learnings: Are you ready to teach English to ESL students abroad? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Eddy P. Please note that this...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Principles of Choosing Course Materials for ESL Students Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL alumna who shares their ideas on choosing course materials for effective lessons. Approaches to Teaching English Vocabulary to ESL Students Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will learn several ways of teaching new vocabulary to ESL students. 7 Go-To Activities For Your ESL Conversation Class Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas As an ESL teacher, getting your students talking can be one of the most difficult things to accomplish. English learners often lack the necessary confidence to speak openly and freely in English. The following activities are perfect for getting your...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles What Makes ESL Kindergarten so Challenging for Teachers? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on why teaching English to kindergarten students can be complicated. The Secrets of Organizing Any ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our recent TEFL graduate provides us with several strategies to organize an ESL classroom for effective work. Features of ESL Games in the Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [Read more]

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 Michela Coticone TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Interesting Ideas for Having an Effective ESL Circle Time Teaching a new language to children can come with many challenges because there is limited time and sometimes limited attention spans. To effectively teach a new language, children need to have a feeling of confidence in the fact that they can perform what they are being taught, and the element of having fun while learning. Children, just like adults, need repetition to effectively learn a task. Repetition Repetition alias Drilling: Is it an Effective Way to Remember Language Points? will allow a child to mentally prepare themselves for a task that will happen at a certain time of the day, therefore they can begin to anticipate what their...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Lesson Planning: Secret Strategies to Know Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is about lesson planning. Our TEFL graduate explains why teachers need to plan, and how students can benefit from it. Why Stories Are Essential for Language Learning Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article was written by our TEFL student, who shares their thoughts on the importance of using stories in ESL teaching. Rules of Phonetics and Phonology in ESL Teaching Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Our TEFL trainee shares their thoughts on phonetics and phonology as an integral part of the English language learning. Consequences of Low Motivation Level in The Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our...  [Read more]

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. Table of Contents Planning for better learning experiences Before planning Adaptability Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alexandra M. Please note that this blog...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles The Best Methods to Increase Confidence in ESL Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate who talks about some strategies of increasing classroom confidence. Top Tips for Playing Games During the ESL Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate who talks about 6 easy games to use during the ESL class. Creating a Comfortable Learning Environment: Classroom Management Strategies | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to some ways on how to create an effective classroom management. Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas. A Teacher’s Personal Qualities: Do They Really Matter?...  [Read more]

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Use Videos in Online ESL Lessons Watching videos is an effective way to switch between different activities or time fill. Modern students are more likely to watch videos or look at images than to do worksheets or read. Videos are also excellent sources of audio-lingual information that develops listening and speaking skills. Table of Contents Goals and Exercises Why use video-listening activities? Student's Level Video Length Exercise Ideas What activities to prepare? Video Resources for Online ESL Lessons For younger students: Vocabulary lessons: For teenagers and adults: Are you ready to start your own teaching adventure? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 3 Strategies For Motivating Young Learners What motivates young students to learn a new language? That's the question many teachers have when teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). Many children learn English because their parents or teachers dictate it, not necessarily by choice. Additionally, often there is no immediate real-world application of English outside the classroom (Noamen, 2009). For many students, the thirty to sixty minutes in class may be the only language exposure they'll have. It is therefore critical for ESL teachers to motivate students to learn English by creating a communicative learning environment where students engage in real language experiences and by utilizing a variety of fun and purposeful...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Receptive Skills as a Bridge to Deeper Language Understanding Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate considers the importance of teaching receptive skills and explains what they provide students with. The Importance of Using Games in the ESL Environment Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, you will learn why games are crucial for ESL teaching and find out some strategies for effective usage in your practice. What Makes ESL Kindergarten so Challenging for Teachers? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on why teaching English to kindergarten students can be complicated. The Secrets of Organizing Any ESL Classroom...  [Read more]

Older Posts My Personal Experience Moving to Beijing to Teach English Joanna Dineva Destinations Alumni Experiences Are you interested in teaching English in China? Definitely check out the personal experience moving to Beijing to teach English by one of our TEFL course alumni. Comparing Foreign Language Learning in Japan and Canada Amanda Stern Alumni Experiences What is more important in teaching language: fluency or accuracy? This is an age-old question that a recent TEFL alumna is trying to solve in this article. Why is Teaching Vocabulary so Important? Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate uncovering the question: Why is Teaching Vocabulary so Important? Why Learning Grammar is Essential Linda Dunsmore...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Why a Parent's Role in Education is Important Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How parents influence students' education? Our TEFL graduate explains in this blog post. The Most Preferred Teaching Styles Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, you will learn about the most popular teaching styles. Planning Lessons to Achieve Better Results in ESL Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on lesson planning and its influence on overall success of ESL teaching. The Principles of Teaching Reading Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will learn some techniques of teaching reading. Storytelling Activities in an ESL Setting Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles How to Motivate High School Students in the ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you teaching high schoolers and aren't seeing high participation rates? Here are some of the best ways how to motivate high school students in the ESL classroom. In-class and online TEFL/TESOL courses: What’s the Difference? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information There are three different ways to earn a TEFL/TESOL certificate. The benefits of each course depend on the needs of the trainee, but each option has something to...  [Read more]

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. Table of Contents Management Observation Assessment Prompt Participation Facilitation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Why are Evaluations and Tests Important Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Evaluation and testing shouldn't be ignored as a part of teaching. Our TEFL graduate explains how to integrate it in your work. Cultivating the Reading Culture in the ESL Setting Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL alumna contemplates upon the reading culture and its influence on the learning success. Typical Challenges Faced by English Students from Cambodia Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to some common problems faced by students from Cambodia. How to Stay Confident When Working with Challenging Students Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will discover some secrets of...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Online Education as a Tool For Global Achievements Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL alumna who considers English proficiency as an important thing for global interactions. The Most Essential Personal Qualities of a Good English Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on the problem of teaching skills. They explain what qualities are extremely important for ESL educators. Family and Its Importance in a Student’s Development Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Do parents actually influence on students' overall development? In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on this point and expresses their...  [Read more]

What is the difference between EFL and ESL? ESL (English as a Second Language) pertains to students learning English while living in an English-speaking environment. In contrast, EFL (English as a Foreign Language) is for students learning English in a country where it isn't the primary language. Essentially, the distinction lies in the learning context: ESL learners are surrounded by the language daily, while EFL learners study English in settings where the primary language isn't English. Table of Contents What do EFL and ESL actually stand for? What are the main differences between EFL and ESL? Teaching strategies for English as a second language Teaching strategies for English as a foreign language What do EFL and ESL actually stand for? EFL and ESL represent the two primary...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Adults’ Learning Differs From Teenagers’ and Children’s Learning? ESL teachers must acknowledge that it is not equal teaching English Lessons to children, teenagers, and adults, there are some wide differences between the practices used in each case, classroom, population, levels, and country where English is taught, on this paper we will check how an ESL lesson may be affected by these variables, and how we could overlap them on the practices used in teenagers and adults English lessons. Table of Contents Basic concepts Self-concept Personal Experience Adults learning process Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Javier V....  [Read more]

Archives for November 2023 Mastering Grammar: Dynamic Approaches and Engaging Activities for Language Learners Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Explore innovative approaches to teaching grammar in language learning with engaging activities. Discover effective methods and diverse perspectives on mastering grammar skills in this insightful blog post. 10 Tips for Adults to Learn English During Office Break Time Minh Huy Hoang TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover 10 effective ways to learn English during office breaks! From language apps to podcasts, reading, and speaking sessions with colleagues, these hacks maximize your language learning in short bursts. Start enhancing your English skills during break time today! ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Planning Lessons to Achieve Better Results in ESL | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on lesson planning and its influence on overall success of ESL teaching. The Principles of Teaching Reading | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will learn some techniques of teaching reading. A Teaching Career as a Future Goal | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to teaching as a career. Our TEFL alumna...  [Read more]