Esl Learning Websites

Thu, 04 Oct 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 7 Great Resources for Teaching Business English Business students are most likely already familiar with using computers and particularly the Internet for learning English. The Internet can provide a teacher with an enormous array of teaching resources from non-authentic and authentic materials to lesson plans and ideas. Here are 7 great resources for teaching business English at no cost to the teacher! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: BusinessEnglishSite.com Busy Teacher AnnualReports Infoplease VOA Learning English BBC Learning English UsingEnglish.com Are you ready to start your adventure and teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by...  [Read more]

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Gamification in ESL Teaching: Tools, Platforms, and Benefits In the dynamic landscape of education, the infusion of game-like elements into traditional teaching methods has emerged as a powerful tool for language instructors. Gamification, an innovative approach that adapts gaming features to serve educational functions, is reshaping the way English as a Second Language (ESL) is taught. Explore how gamification websites are transforming the pedagogical experience for online teachers and students, offering a spectrum of interactive tools and resources. Let's delve into two remarkable platforms, Edvibe and Wordwall, each revolutionizing language education in its unique way. Table of Contents Exploring Gamification in...  [Read more]

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas New at ESP? Don’t get nervous! As an ESL teacher, you have probably found students looking for help to develop their English skills in a particular domain of their professional careers, or they look to increase their knowledge by focusing on language in context instead of grammar structures. Although this is a great opportunity to increase the ESL teaching experience, many of us say: "Oh, sorry, but that is not my expertise area, but I suggest asking this another teacher." This article will guide you to give the first step with private students and Online English Courses, learning advice to help any student even if you do not have experience teaching English in their professional area. Table of Contents What is...  [Read more]

Tue, 21 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences New Technology in the Classroom: Are New Technologies Effective in the Classroom? Recently there was a debate on whether technology should be used in the classroom. It intern created these questions; is it profitable in the long run? Is it worth the money for parents? Are we as educators feeding into the technology movement? Breslin, McKeown, & Groves (2012), states "technology refers to methods, systems, and devices which are the result of scientific knowledge being used for practical purposes." Table of Contents Technology for knowledge retention Technology for individual learning Technology as a time-saver Future prospectives Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course now! Related Articles: Listen to this blog...  [Read more]

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas Top Online Lesson Plan Resources for New and Advanced Teachers For many new and experienced EFL teachers, one of the most challenging aspects of their career is coming up with lesson plans that are both engaging and effective. Even if your employer provides a specific textbook to follow as a curriculum, you will often find that this can be rather dull for the students unless you spice things up by adding in some fun and original ideas from an outside source. By searching online you will find a huge amount of sites offering all manner of resources of varying quality and relevance. To save you the hassle of searching through them all, we have listed our 5 favorite websites that you can use to find quality lesson plans free of charge. Table...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Can We Effectively Integrate Modern Technology into The Classroom? As technological advances are made in the world the ways to teach English and the resources available to us expand in the classroom setting; from computers, laptops, and interactive websites to cameras, projectors, and even robots that understand spoken language. As introduced in the TEFL course, in particular, unit 17: equipment and teaching aids, there are many pieces of technology we can utilize in the classroom to make learning more interesting and motivate students or simply aid teachers in presenting listening and speaking material. As suggested in research conducted by Mistler - Jackson and Butler Songer (2000), students learning science using a technology...  [Read more]

Tamara Jennings I am Tamara Jennings, a TEFL instructor originating from the USA and currently enjoying life as a citizen of the world. I am a recent graduate of ITTT with special interest in teaching english to adult learners and english for specific purposes. In my free time I can be found seeking out authentic experiences. I do this by enjoying nature, meditation, writing, storytelling through photography, working on my Spanish, furthering my education, and increasing my knowledge on various subjects. Feel free to join me on my website/social media page where I provide more information about my teaching and share experiences from my journey. Read my articles Media Influences in Assisting with ESL Learning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Tamara Jennings Teaching Ideas Are you an English...  [Read more]

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways to Use Technology in the Classroom In most developed nations, technology is prevalent in all areas of life. Adults and children alike are exposed to technology from the moment they wake up, and until they go to bed. Computers, social media, toys, and transportation are just a few of the many areas in which technology is a part of daily life. Teachers need to think about the ways they can include technology in their lessons. Table of Contents Projector Social Media Hybrid Learning Ways Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dakota C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT....  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 Catia Pereira dos Santos Alumni Experiences 7 Tips To Become Grammar-Savvy After becoming a certified teacher in English as a second language, I put together a few reasons and benefits why students and EFL teachers around the world should become even more grammar-friendly. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Worksheets are worth it! It can be self- taught, too! Here below, you will find seven great tips that might help you on your grammar journey. In conclusion Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Listen to this blog post: Why learn English grammar? What are the benefits of learning it? Grammar is right where accuracy lies! It's the key to speaking any foreign language fluently. It plays a significant role in...  [Read more]

Companies Authorized TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Companies Authorized 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. - 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]

Ask a Non-Native TEFL teacher: Career, Motivation, Self-Development   Hey guys, it's Liza here and I'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly ITTT live session. Today we are going to talk about some usual teaching stuff and if you are interested in anything related to TEFL teaching or career building, this is for you. Feel free to comment and I'll try to help you out with my thoughts and ideas, and maybe you'll find my suggestions useful. I have to fix my camera just slightly, I feel like it's moving down somehow. I hope that you can hear me clearly and see me clearly, please let me know where you guys are from. Also, let me know what stage of your career development you are at. As for me, I'm a TEFL teacher. I used to teach in China several years ago but nowadays I'm almost...  [Read more]

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 12 Course Books to Improve Your General English Lessons for Adults As a newly qualified TEFL teacher the chances are you will be working for a school which supplies its teachers with all the resources needed to teach successful lessons based on a set course. This article shows a selection of the course books that are available for teaching general English course to adults from a number of publishers in the TEFL industry. Table of Contents Oxford University Press Cambridge University Press Pearson/Longman Macmillan Are you ready to teach English to adults all over the world? Related Articles: There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the TEFL classroom. The main publishers are Oxford University...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained How to teach English in Europe - Top Tips to find Jobs! Federico Riva Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information Are you interested in teaching English in Europe? TEFL expert Linda from ITTT shares the ultimate guide to teaching English as a foreign language in some of the most popular countries in Europe. Ask a Non-Native TEFL Teacher: Career, Motivation, Self-Development Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Q&A with Liza. Ask any questions about TEFL career-building, English learning motivation, self-development, or anything on your mind! Why You Should Take a TEFL Course Right Now - Even If You Aren't Leaving Yet Federico Riva TEFL Information In this live session, TEFL expert Linda from ITTT will go over...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 May 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Ask a Non-Native TEFL teacher: Career, Motivation, Self-Development Hey guys, it's Liza here and I'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly ITTT live session. Today we are going to talk about some usual teaching stuff and if you are interested in anything related to TEFL teaching or career building, this is for you. Feel free to comment and I'll try to help you out with my thoughts and ideas, and maybe you'll find my suggestions useful. I have to fix my camera just slightly, I feel like it's moving down somehow. I hope that you can hear me clearly and see me clearly, please let me know where you guys are from. Also, let me know what stage of your career development you are at. Table of Contents Watch the live session...  [Read more]

Qualifications Affordable TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Qualifications Affordable 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 G.M. - U.S.A. said: Songs in the ClassroomThe use of songs in the ESL classroom can be a fun and innovative way of covering a range of English language topics. Songs can be used for vocabulary, grammar, dictation, pronunciation, phonetics, speaking, writing, listening, integrative skills, and many other ESL points. Songs can also expose foreign children to Western culture. For instance, pop music gives the learner a taste of what is trendy at the moment....  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Indonesia  English Teacher (Secondary Level - Grade 7-12) Writer: Bina Bangsa School | Email: [email protected] English Teacher (Secondary Level - Grade 7-12) - IGCSE & A Level CurriculumBina Bangsa School, a prestigious International K-12 institution following the esteemed Cambridge curriculum, is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified candidate for the position of English Teacher at the Secondary level (Grade 7-12).Responsibilities:Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and effective English lessons in accordance with the IGCSE & A Level Curriculum.Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages students' language proficiency, critical thinking, and creativity.Incorporate innovative teaching methodologies to enhance students' language...  [Read more]

TEFL in Japan Date posted:2007-03-19 | Writer: Westgate Corporation | Email: [email protected] !!URGENT!! 20 MORE ENGLISH INSTRUCTORS NEEDED FOR THE UPCOMING SPRING!! WESTGATE is looking for highly motivated EFL/ESL instructors to teach conversational English to Japanese university students at universities for approx. 3 to 5 months (UNIVERSITY PROGRAM), to Japanese elementary school children at elementary/primary schools for approx. 3 to 6 months (YOUNG LEARNERS PROGRAM), or to tutor Japanese university students and business people online (E-Learning Program). E-Learning Program tutors may teach company classes and/or the University Program. We are pleased to announce that our survey in the past 3 years shows more than 70% of our instructors wish to renew the contract with us,...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching Skills Essential for Teaching Young ESL Students The classroom embodies a space where students learn. That space is usually a mixture of varying personalities, learning styles, and student levels. A teacher's role in ensuring that students learn is of great importance seeing that the teacher serves as a facilitator for all, counselor to some, mentor to some, and disciplinarian to others. Teachers must possess or learn certain skills to be effective in the ESL/EFL classroom. While many factors are influencing the actual outcome of an EFL/ESL lesson, teachers of young learners must be patient, adaptable, and possess good classroom management skills. These skills are crucial for young learners because, on the one hand, they...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Storytelling Activities in an ESL Setting When I started writing this essay I found loads of interesting material on this topic and I think later on I will look for many more articles and books to learn more about this fascinating world of storytelling. Table of Contents What are Stories for? Storytelling and School Subjects Resources Another activity was the Autobiography of Anything Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Olha K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. What are Stories for? If you think about storytelling, you notice that the passing down of stories from generation to...  [Read more]

What are TEFL acronyms? Acronyms are an essential tool used in all professions and technical writing. They are powerful tools to reduce word content. However without knowing what the acronym stands for, they can form a barrier to understanding. In the ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching world there is certainly no shortage of acronyms. Here we look at a few and one in particular, TEFL. Some useful teaching acronyms are: ELT: English Language Teaching. This is a general term for teaching English and applies to the teaching of English to both native and non-native English speakers. ELL: English Language Learner. This is a general term for anyone learning English and applies to learners of English who are native or non-native English speakers. ESL: English as a Second Language: This...  [Read more]

What are TEFL acronyms? Acronyms are an essential tool used in all professions and technical writing. They are powerful tools to reduce word content. However without knowing what the acronym stands for, they can form a barrier to understanding. In the ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching world there is certainly no shortage of acronyms. Here we look at a few and one in particular, TEFL. Some useful teaching acronyms are: ELT: English Language Teaching. This is a general term for teaching English and applies to the teaching of English to both native and non-native English speakers. ELL: English Language Learner. This is a general term for anyone learning English and applies to learners of English who are native or non-native English speakers. ESL: English as a Second Language: This...  [Read more]

Where can I teach English without a TEFL certificate? What qualities and qualifications do employers of ESL teachers look for? First we need to say that there are no hard and fast rules to answer this question. There are a huge range of requirements worldwide, depending on the country, type of school, nature of the job, type of contract and so forth. The information given here is therefore general. There are a number of generally recognized requirements that employers are looking for from their teachers. You may need one, two, three or all of the following to get any particular job. It is unlikely you will find a job without any of these: Many ESL teaching jobs worldwide require the minimum of a TEFL certification from this list. As the nature of the job, or country specific employment...  [Read more]

Where can I teach English without a TEFL certificate? What qualities and qualifications do employers of ESL teachers look for? First we need to say that there are no hard and fast rules to answer this question. There are a huge range of requirements worldwide, depending on the country, type of school, nature of the job, type of contract and so forth. The information given here is therefore general. There are a number of generally recognized requirements that employers are looking for from their teachers. You may need one, two, three or all of the following to get any particular job. It is unlikely you will find a job without any of these: Many ESL teaching jobs worldwide require the minimum of a TEFL certification from this list. As the nature of the job, or country specific employment...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained The Challenge of Teaching English Grammar Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Unlock the complexities of teaching English grammar with insights into parts of speech, verb tenses, voices, and modals. Master the fundamentals for effective language instruction. Is there an Official Worldwide TEFL or TESOL Website? Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences As the teaching English as a second or foreign language is a huge industry worldwide there are multiple nations involved in managing and regulating the industry. As with most worldwide industries there is no single body which can represent all the different course providers. So how do you know what you will need to teach ESL in any country? ...  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in Japan Date posted:2006-06-23 | Writer: Westgate Corporation | Email: [email protected] Teach in Japan - More Than 100 EFL Instructors Needed For University Program's Fall 2006 Term and Academy Program's Year 2006!! ==WESTGATE CORPORATION EMPLOYS APPROXIMATELY 380 ENGLISH INSTRUCTORS PER YEAR!== ==We are pleased to announce that our survey in the past 3 years shows more than 70% of our instructors wish to renew the contract with us, and we actually have many returning instructors!== WESTGATE is looking for highly motivated EFL/ESL instructors to teach conversational English to Japanese university students at universities for approx. 3 to 4 months (UNIVERSITY PROGRAM), to Japanese elementary school children at elementary/primary schools for approx. 3 months...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Personal Teaching Experience Shaping into an Adaptable Resilient Teacher Having completed my Bachelor of Arts in Drama, I started my international teaching career straight out of university. What was meant to be a gap year opportunity of traveling and earning money has become a professional career in education spanning over ten years in more than five different countries. What was once a means to an end, has become a passion and a calling. Table of Contents Personal Learning Experience Job Market Living in South Korea Teaching Methodology Teaching in Poland Working in Turkey Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was...  [Read more]

TEFL in Taiwan - South Date posted:2005-08-30 | Writer: Yellow Lantern ESL Employment Services | Email: [email protected] We?assist teachers with securing a full time teaching position in Kaohsiung, and with temporary accommodation, assistance finding permanent housing and transportation.We are located in Kaohsiung city in beautiful southern Taiwan. We placed 40 teachers into positions last year. We are a professional organization accustomed to dealing with professional teachers? from Canada,USA,UK,South Africa, Australia or New Zealand and?had been taking ESL training courses. We are now looking for some ESL teachers who are interested in teaching English to children in Taiwan, where offers the variety of cultural facets available to explore, from the great food and...  [Read more]

Thu, 11 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Flashcard Games for ESL Classrooms Most of the teachers in my school would say that the purpose of flashcards is to simply introduce grammar points, concepts, review vocabulary; and most likely, they would mention the joylessness of flashcards when teaching unmotivated students. In truth, flashcards are known for being one of the most boring ways to study. Nevertheless, there are reasons why teachers still choose flashcards for conducting lessons. Russian people say: "Repetition is a mother of learning." I can not argue with the Russians. Indeed, repetition is crucial, but it often changes the mood of the classroom to "boring." Normally, it happens when the activities with flashcards are poorly organized, or when there are no other...  [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]

Qualified English Teachers - Cambodia Date posted:2024-03-16 | Writer: Australian Centre for Education | Email: [email protected] With over 30 years in Cambodia, the Australian Centre for Education (ACE) is the largest, longest established, best equipped and most respected ELT school in the country, counting more than 350 teachers, 25,000 students and nearly 1 million alumni in its community. In 2021, ACE became the first school outside Europe to win the prestigious Language Educator of the Year prize at The PIEoneer Awards in London, and received the Digital Innovation in Learning Award in 2022. ACE is part of IDP Education, co-owner of the IELTS test. Would you like to teach in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap? Cambodia is located in the heart of Southeast Asia and ASEAN, and offers exciting...  [Read more]