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The Description of the Role of the Teacher
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teachers influence students lives and success. How to understand their role in the classroom? Read in this blog post written by our TEFL graduate.
Why English is Referred as a Global Language
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
In this blog post, you will learn what is the international language and find out the history of English. Nowadays, it is considered one of the most spoken languages but what are the reasons for it? Read in this blog post.
How Can Teachers Increase Their Confidence in the Classroom?
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Our TEFL graduate explains how to increase teaching confidence in the ESL classroom.
“Be Interested,... [Read more]
Last posts written by Elizaveta from: 396
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.
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Common English Pronunciation Issues for Native Italian Speakers | ITTT | TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
This article was written by our TEFL graduate shares their experience of working with Italian students.
The Principles of Motivating in the ESL Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Motivating students is extremely important. How to do it successfully? Read in this blog post.
Why Phonetics and Phonology are Fundamental for Pronunciation | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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What is a Beginner EFL Student and How Do You Teach Them? - TEFL Blog
Tue, 09 Feb 2021 Mark Crocker
Teaching Ideas
What is a Beginner EFL Student and How Do You Teach Them?
When you decide to take a TEFL certification course with the intention of teaching English abroad, in your home country, or online, it is difficult to know who you will actually end up teaching. Once you have finished your training you could end up teaching primary aged children, teenagers, or adults. They could be from any country worldwide and they could be at any level of English language from beginner to advanced level. In many ways it is a bit of a lottery, so you should ensure you are ready to deal with all types of environments. After a while most teachers develop a preference for the type of student they prefer to teach, however, the beginner EFL student is often the most... [Read more]
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7 Activities for Teaching the Present Perfect for the ESL Classroom
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
Use these 7 activities for teaching the present perfect for the ESL classroom to teach the present perfect tense to your students and help them understand the correct structure and usage of the tense.
Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in the Classroom While Teaching English Abroad
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
These top 10 mistakes to avoid in the classroom while teaching English abroad will help you become a better EFL teacher and make sure your students learn English in the most effective way possible.
Top Time Fillers for an EFL Classroom
Mark Crocker
Teaching Ideas
No matter how well you plan your lessons, it is inevitable that you will sometimes... [Read more]
The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers from: 1570
The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers
Teaching Groups of Beginners
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching groups of beginners.
Why Should ESL Teachers Consider Teaching One-to-one?
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching one-to-one.
Differentiating Teaching Based on Learner’s Maturity
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on differentiating in TEFL considering students' age.
What Makes You a Favorite Teacher
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the teacher's role.
5 Amazing Props Worth... [Read more]
Top Tips for Using TPR in Preschool ESL Teaching - TEFL Blog
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 Anna Domiczek
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Top Tips for Using TPR in Preschool ESL Teaching
Total Physical Response is a very successful teaching method that can be used for both children and adults, particularly for beginner and lower-level learners. This English teaching approach, developed by Dr. James Asher, has been applied for almost thirty years. Asher's language learning method is built around the coordination of speech and action, and its purpose is to teach language through physical activity.
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Is TPR Beneficial in Online ESL Teaching?
How Can TPR be Used in Teaching ESL to Young Learners?
Simon Says
TPR Storytelling
TPR Songs
Scavenger Hunt Challenge
Charades
Pronunciation
Conclusion
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5 Fun ESL Flashcard Games to Activate New English Skills - TEFL Blog
Thu, 25 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
5 Fun ESL Flashcard Games to Activate New English Skills
During the lessons, teachers usually use a variety of materials and teaching aids. One of the most common is flashcards. They have so many benefits:
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1. Hit the flashcard
2. What's missing?
3. Pass the envelope
4. Am I?
5. Jump and name
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Methods of Teaching Vocabulary in the Classroom - TEFL Blog
Fri, 02 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Methods of Teaching Vocabulary in the Classroom
While sentence structure and grammar are the foundation of the English Language, vocabulary is the glue that holds it together. An expansive vocabulary allows students to feel confident in their abilities and communicate more effectively. There are many methods of teaching vocabulary and in each class, the teacher may need to use different methods. This is because each class will be made up of different students each with their own learning style.
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What is vocabulary for?
Lesson structure
Sample Lesson Plan
Depending on students' age
An example of a more beginner class could entail:
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Archives for October 2022
10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
In this blog post on crucial teaching skills we will look at the specific skills of: Pronunciation, Grammar knowledge and Teaching methodology.
TEFL Ice Breakers: What You Need to Know
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Ice breakers as the name implies are activities (often games) used to introduce the teacher to the students, to each other and vice-verca. These activities allow the group to get to know each other in a friendly, fun atmosphere as we will describe. Ice breakers can be used for all levels of ESL student.
TEFL for Beginners: Top Tips to Know
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
In this blog we... [Read more]
TEFL France - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Opportunities In France Teaching Efl
Opportunities in France Teaching EFL
Date posted:2018-07-02 | Writer: American Village / NACEL | Email: [email protected]
Use your TEFL skills to work in France this autumn! Now hiring for contracts of maximum length from 12 September to 27 October! American Village Camps seek energetic, creative, initiative-takers who are native level English speakers & love working with children. We use positivity and fun to get kids to love English. Counsellors live on camp – housing, meals and a salary are provided for every employee. There are 5 camp locations in France during the autumn. Counsellors create and lead activities, as well as English classes. They are also responsible for the safety and well-being of the campers under their care. They also are ONLY allowed to speak... [Read more]
TEFL France - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Summer Camp Tefl Positions In France
Summer Camp TEFL Positions in France
Date posted:2017-01-04 | Writer: American Village Camps in France | Email: [email protected]
Use your TEFL skills to work in France next spring or summer! American Village Camps seek energetic, creative, initiative-takers who are native level English speakers & love working with children. Counselors live on camp, creating and leading activities, as well as English classes. Counselors are responsible for the safety and well-being of the campers under their care. We’ve been running English immersion camps in France for over 20 years!
American Village camps are for French children between the ages of 7 & 17 years old. We hire North American, British, and French counselors for periods of 1 to 8 weeks at a variety of camp locations across... [Read more]
TEFL France - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Work In France Teaching English In A Summer Camp
Work in France Teaching English in a Summer Camp
Date posted:2017-03-23 | Writer: American Village Camps in France | Email: [email protected]
American Village Camps seek energetic, creative, initiative-takers who are native level English speakers & love working with children at our camps in France. This is an ideal first EFL job. American Village camps are for French children, ages 7 to 17 years old. Our English-immersion camps have been creating a positive environment where it is fun, natural & necessary to use English for over 20 years. We use positivity and fun to get kids to love English.
Counsellors live on camp - housing, meals and a salary are provided for every employee. There are 8 camp locations in France during the spring. You will create and lead activities,... [Read more]
The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained from: 110
The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained
Top Ways for Non-Native English Teachers To Build Their Teaching Career
Federico Riva
TEFL Information
There are a number of different strategies discussed here to help build a teaching career. These include, private teaching volunteering. Other ideas that may not generally be known include teaching blogs and selling lesson plans and materials that you have created.
Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
In this blog post, we look at two of the most common misconceptions about teaching ESL. First, that finding a job is really hard and second that you need a degree to teach English abroad.
10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have
Federico Riva
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TEFL Ice Breakers: What You Need to Know
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Ice breakers as the name implies are activities (often games) used to introduce the teacher to the students, to each other and vice-verca. These activities allow the group to get to know each other in a friendly, fun atmosphere as we will describe. Ice breakers can be used for all levels of ESL student.
TEFL for Beginners: Top Tips to Know
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
In this blog we discuss some of the fundamentals of the industry, include general terminology, application for teaching posts and typical qualification requirements. As the points are general in nature, some information may not apply to specific situations and you should always do your own... [Read more]
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Top 10 ESL Activities for Older English Learners
Francesca Marchi
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Are you teaching English abroad or online to older students? ✅ Here are 10 ESL activities for older English learners for you to try.
Q&A About TEFL/TESOL ✅ Ask us anything!
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Check out one of our live sessions on Facebook and Youtube where we answer all the most burning questions about TEFL and TESOL and teaching English abroad.
Overview of TEFL and TESOL for Teaching English Abroad or Online
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Are you interested in teaching English as a new career - either abroad, from home or on the road? ✅ We explore the world of TEFL... [Read more]
Breaking The Language Barrier in ESL Students - TEFL Blog
Thu, 01 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Breaking The Language Barrier in ESL Students
We live in an ever-changing world that is becoming smaller, more connected. Communication is faster and more diverse than ever. Computers, cell phones, and social media have increased the speed of communication. Therefore, the need for people to respond quickly and the language that has become synonymous with international communication is English. Thus, the demand for learning the language is increasing at a constant rate. But though people may have the need, they may lack the confidence to take on a new language fully.
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Native vs. Second Language
Making Mistakes
Games in ESL
Social Networks
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6 Teaching Skills to Support Your Students Learning Process - TEFL Blog
Mon, 20 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
6 Teaching Skills to Support Your Students Learning Process
It's my dream to be a teacher since I was a little girl. It's so lucky, I became an English teacher after I graduated from school. I like my job, I always prepared a lot before my class, such as materials, flashcards, teaching plan and so on. Because I hope my students will enjoy my class and gain knowledge through my class.
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1. Attitude
2. Sense of Humor
3. Lesson Structure
4. Teaching Approach
5. Games and Activities
6. Encouragement
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I heard that a good teacher must be a good actor. I really impressed by this sentence, it always reminds me, no matter how tired you are... [Read more]
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Federico Riva
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Top Ways for Non-Native English Teachers To Build Their Teaching Career | ITTT | TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information
There are a number of different strategies discussed here to help build a teaching career. These include, private teaching volunteering. Other ideas that may not generally be known include teaching blogs and selling lesson plans and materials that you have created.
Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL | ITTT | TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
In this blog post, we look at two of the most common misconceptions about teaching ESL. First, that finding a job is really hard and second that you need a degree to teach English abroad.
10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have | ITTT |... [Read more]
Volunteer ESL Teaching: Challenges and Opportunities - TEFL Blog
Fri, 21 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Volunteer ESL Teaching: Challenges and Opportunities
I took the ITTT online TEFL course not to prepare to teach English as an employee working abroad, but as a volunteer in the United States to teach refugee and immigrant adults. I completed the units a few months ago, but I waited to do this summative task until I could begin teaching classes as a volunteer teacher and reflect on that experience.
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Teaching ESL as a volunteer provides important opportunities for learning and growth.
On the other hand, serving as a volunteer teacher poses several challenges.
Volunteer Programs
Working With Different Groups
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Teaching Beginner English Students in Senegal: Personal Experience with ESL - TEFL Blog
Fri, 15 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teaching Beginner English Students in Senegal: Personal Experience with ESL
From 2018 to 2019, I taught two eighth grade English classes in the rural Thies area, experiencing some of the challenges and advantages to teaching students who were just embarking on their language study. I was paired with a long-term Senegalese teacher who walked me through the basics of teaching a foreign language: engaging the class, developing study materials, and creating activities. What stood out to me was his emphasis on showing up as a role model for the students, as well as integrating other modes of learning into the classroom, such as art, singing, and dance activities.
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Main Issues
Classroom Environment
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The Best Ice Breaker Games Every EFL Teacher Should Know - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Best Ice Breaker Games Every EFL Teacher Should Know
06/10/2021
hi guys hey linda here from itt with another live session this week i'm so happy to be
here again hope to see many of you guys today thanks so much for joining
if you're listening to this as a podcast episode thank you so much for the download we
recently just hit 3500 podcast downloads which is super
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yeah today's topic i'm really excited about because it's something a little bit different than what i'm usually
talking about and today i'm going to share with you the the best icebreaker games that
every efl teacher should know so yeah i'm gonna be showing you guys
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Top 10 ESL Activities for Older English Learners - TEFL Blog
Tue, 02 Mar 2021 Francesca Marchi
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Top 10 ESL Activities for Older English Learners
From my experience, when you deal with older ESL learners, you have to take into account the fact that they do not want to look bad while practicing their English skills. Actually, activities and exercises should make them feel at ease and confident in their learning, as well as satisfied with the goals achieved so far. It goes without saying that the teaching techniques that include a direct confrontation between an adult student and the teacher or a classmate as a judge of their performance should be avoided so as not to make them feel uncomfortable. Here are a few ideas for you to try.
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1) Personal Questions and Answers
2)... [Read more]
What Is ESA & How To Apply It In Class - TEFL Blog
Thu, 13 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
What Is ESA & How To Apply It In Class
The teaching methodology Engage-Study-Activate, or ESA for short, is one of the most effective and popular methodologies teachers use when teaching students another language.
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PPP methodology
Now, what are the benefits of using ESA?
The Engage Phase
The Study Phase
The Activate Phase
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PPP methodology
Before the advent of the ESA methodology, many teachers used the PPP model of Presentation, Practice, and Production as the favored model of teaching. Although effective, it is inadequate when it comes to teaching more difficult... [Read more]
The Necessity of Learning Teaching Skills - TEFL Blog
Fri, 21 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The Necessity of Learning Teaching Skills
"What are the essential teaching skills for teaching?" In this essay, I will be discussing my own experiences as an English teacher working for an online English teaching company called I-tutor; and my past experiences as a Music teacher. Teaching skills that I will describe in this essay are proper uses of eye contact and gestures, knowing your student, lesson planning, and caring to learn what roles are needed to teach efficiently.
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Eye Contact and Gestures
Knowing your student
Lesson Plans
Knowing Your Role as a Teacher
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Teaching Various Groups of Students: Young Learners vs. Adults - TEFL Blog
Wed, 17 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching Various Groups of Students: Young Learners vs. Adults
Not all Teaching English as a Foreign Language is equal. Different types of groups of learners include beginner vs. intermediate/advanced learners as well as monolingual classes vs multilingual classes. Another set of distinctive groups and perhaps the most contrary groups to be aware of are groups of young vs adult learners. In the following comparison, the many ways to ensure success with both types of groups will be discussed, as well as reasons the groups can be both challenging and rewarding.
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Group success
Needs Analysis
Anticipated Problems
Benefits of working with both groups
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8 Simple Ways to Implement New Technology in Your Teaching to Benefit From It - TEFL Blog
Tue, 18 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
8 Simple Ways to Implement New Technology in Your Teaching to Benefit From It
In 2019, it is difficult to imagine an ESL lesson without the use of modern technologies. Every tutor, language center or school tries to use audio and video presentations, interactive whiteboards, smart toys and so on. With the help of modern technologies, the learning process becomes more interesting, dynamic and informative. It is promoted by the developing market of educational services, growth of the competition, and also inquiries of students. In this article, we will try to find out how a modern teacher can use technology in his lesson.
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1. Plan Before You Go
2. Breaking News!
3. Look And Listen
4. Make it Fun
5. A Star Goes... [Read more]
ESL Classroom Troubleshooting: ✅ TEFL Challenges for Students of Various Ages - TEFL Blog
Mon, 15 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
ESL Classroom Troubleshooting: ✅ TEFL Challenges for Students of Various Ages
When starting a teaching career, it is necessary to be aware of the different difficulties groups of learners one will encounter. This includes young learners, beginners, multilingual, adults, and many more. Each group has a different class attitude and learning ability. While there are hundreds of different teaching activities and styles, not all of them will work with each group. It is important to distinguish the most useful from differing classes.
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Motivation Challenge for Adult Students
Motivation Challenge for Young Learners
English Level
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TEFL & TESOL Podcasts - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Tefl Tesol Podcasts
Welcome to The TEFL and TESOL Podcast by ITTT! Here you will find a collection of all our available episodes in one place. Episodes cover a variety of topics that are related to TEFL, TESOL, and teaching English abroad or online. We regularly add new episodes.
This podcast is perfect for anyone interested in teaching English abroad or online and getting TEFL or TESOL certified. Our podcast episodes range from TEFL and TESOL Q&As to interviews with exciting guests, inducing ITTT graduates, ESL recruiters, and other TEFL experts in the EFL industry.
Download the episodes on your mobile device or listen to them directly on your laptop!
10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an Off-the-Beaten-Path Teaching Experience
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An Overview of The Many Teaching Skills in The Classroom - TEFL Blog
Fri, 07 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
An Overview of The Many Teaching Skills in The Classroom
Teaching skills can be summarized in four key concepts: communication, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.
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What do English teachers teach?
Role of the teacher
Teaching methods
Accuracy and Fluency
Students abilities
The 4 Basic Concepts of Teaching Skills
Professional development
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Of course, when describing these skills we aren't just talking about teaching English but these skills can be used to prepare students in order to be able to express and communicate themselves independently and with groups in a globalized world as well as... [Read more]
TEFL France - page 1 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs in France
TEFL jobs in France
Combine a population of over 61 million people with a growing economy, you can appreciate the number of TEFL jobs in France is increasing year after year. TEFL Job openings are available in all regions in both large cities and small towns. View TEFL jobs in France here, but also consult our introduction to Teaching English in France for a background on the TEFL job market in France.
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TEFL Courses in France for World-class TEFL certification in France.
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