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Teaching Formal and Informal Language in the ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Tue, 26 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Teaching Formal and Informal Language in the ESL Classroom
Just as important as knowing the grammatical rules of a language is knowing how the language is spoken within its native cultural contexts. Every language will have a wide range of cultural contexts for its use, each with its own set of stylistic rules. For example, academic papers, business cover letters, and text messages adhere to very different sets of stylistic rules and are evaluated accordingly. Broadly speaking, these styles of use will fall on a scale between formal and informal language.
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What is Formal and Informal Language?
How to Teach Formal Language in the Classroom
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5 Challenges of Teaching EFL to Kindergarten Level Students - TEFL Blog
Thu, 21 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
5 Challenges of Teaching EFL to Kindergarten Level Students
This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Susan W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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1. Self-introduction
2. Reasons for practicing as an EFL Teacher
3. Ways in which EFL will guide me achieve my goals
4. Games and activities in the classroom
5. Planning my New Lesson
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1. Self-introduction
I am Susan and I'm 40 years female from Kenya and I have graduated with a bachelor's degree in Art in Education. I have been teaching young learners in Kenya for two years and I was invited to teach English in southern... [Read more]
How to maintain discipline in the classroom with the presence of disruptive or off-task behavior? - TEFL Blog
Wed, 01 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
How to maintain discipline in the classroom with the presence of disruptive or off-task behavior?
Maintaining discipline in the classroom is a constant challenge to teachers. The problem is made apparent with the presence of disruptive or off-task behavior from students and can pose a challenge to both teachers and well-behaved students alike. To gain insight into how to address this issue, classroom interventions meta-analysis is reviewed briefly. Several techniques mentioned in the meta-analysis have been noted and are compared to previous personal teaching experience.
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A Meta-Analytic Review by Geraldina F. Gaastra
Discipline Techniques
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Comparing Two Courses with the TEFL Method - TEFL Blog
Tue, 19 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Comparing Two Courses with the TEFL Method
In my extensive and varied teaching career, I have had experience teaching English to a German business group of adults as well as teaching a special stretching course to health-care professionals and athletic trainers. This article compares the Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) methodology with two courses I either taught in the past or am still actively teaching.
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German Business Students
Professional English
Rapport
Materials
Storytelling
Practice
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Key Points of The TEFL Course With ITTT - TEFL Blog
Mon, 18 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Key Points of The TEFL Course With ITTT
Being a tutor in a foreign land and who doesn't have a TESOL certificate is kind of cumbersome. There are things that I did as a self-declared teacher however failed to understand that I was erring.
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My Feedback
Course Contents
Deeper Knowledge
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Husein B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
My Feedback
The course educated me quite a lot of things that I truly give thanks to the team for informing. I learned a theoretical and sensible foundation that necessitated me in having acceptable... [Read more]
The Theory of Multiple Intelligences and ESL Teaching - TEFL Blog
Thu, 28 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The Theory of Multiple Intelligences and ESL Teaching
The theory of multiple intelligences, suggested by an American developmental psychologist Howard Gardner in 1983, considers human intelligence, not as a dominant single ability for perceiving information, but the one in a variety of specific conditions.
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The Theory Outline
The Applicability
Multiple Intelligences and ESL
Choice of Activities
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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.
The Theory Outline
This approach differentiates human intelligence into specific... [Read more]
How to Implement ESA in The Class? - TEFL Blog
Thu, 04 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
How to Implement ESA in The Class?
I felt confused by it when I saw it the first time but now it's unforgettable for me. E represents Engage, S is for study and A means activate. During my study of the TEFL course, I initially thought I would have only learned about ESA in one unit but it wasn't the case. I had a high frequency of interaction with it throughout the TEFL course.
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As teachers, how do we implement ESA in the class?
The purpose of Engage.
A clear representation of the study.
A practical approach to the activation phase.
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How I Enhanced My Teaching Skills With a TEFL Course - TEFL Blog
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
How I Enhanced My Teaching Skills With a TEFL Course
The best thing I learned from the TEFL course cannot be explained in one thought or topic sentence because it was significant. However, for this essay, I will narrow it down to one concept. I am an experienced licensed teacher from the United States, but there is always more to learn. In the United States, I would have one or two students in my class each year that were not native English speakers. So, the idea of teaching a classroom of students where all the learners are not native speakers is new to me. I was unfamiliar with ESA's acronym (Engage, Study, Activate) until I took this course, and I appreciate this concept the most. ESA was the best thing I... [Read more]
ESL Classroom Discipline: ✅ Concern or Treasure? - TEFL Blog
Thu, 22 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
ESL Classroom Discipline: ✅ Concern or Treasure?
Discipline in the classroom is a point of concern for any teacher, be it new or experienced. Since it is a learning center, we expect the students to be disciplined, which is correct. However, to expect the same from the students, a teacher's core responsibility is to set the right expectations in the student's mind. The students must be following the same. Every new teacher is worried and split thoughts regarding what to follow and what not to as there is a fine line between being strict and being a disciplined teacher. If you are severe, you are hated. If you are liberal, you are taken for granted. But bear in mind that it is not a fast-track... [Read more]
4 Ways How to Design an ESL Syllabus - TEFL Blog
Thu, 01 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
4 Ways How to Design an ESL Syllabus
In the existing literature on language education, the terms CURRICULUM and SYLLABUS are sometimes used interchangeably, sometimes differentiated, and sometimes misused and misunderstood. Rodger (1989:26, cited in Richards, 2001:39) makes a distinction between a syllabus and curriculum. According to Rodgers, syllabi (or syllabuses), which prescribe the content to be covered by a given course, form only a small part of the total school program. The curriculum is a far broader concept. The curriculum is all those activities in which children engage under the auspices of the school. This includes not only what students learn, but how they learn it, how teachers help them learn, using what supporting... [Read more]
Can I teach English abroad in my gap year? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Can I teach English abroad in my gap year?
Absolutely. Whether you are fresh out of high school or university, or seeking a break from a routine job, a gap year offers a unique opportunity for self-discovery and growth. Teaching English abroad during this time can be incredibly rewarding. Not only does it allow you to immerse yourself in a new culture, but it also provides valuable work experience and a chance to impact others positively. As you navigate this journey, you will gain introspection, cherish present experiences, and set clearer visions for your future. So, considering a gap year to teach English can be one of the most enriching decisions you make.
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Why should you teach English abroad during your gap year?
How should I prepare for my gap year?
How do I find a... [Read more]
The 10 Crucial Skills for ESL Teachers to Develop in 2022 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The 10 Crucial Skills for ESL Teachers to Develop in 2022
11/17/2021
hey everyone out there my name is lisa and i'm super happy to welcome you at
another livestream session with itttt uh while i'm waiting for some more
people to join let me know if you hear and see me clearly um i hope that
today's live stream is gonna be smooth um and flawless because um last time i
saw like a comment uh stating that there were some issues with the sound
uh so just in case that you experienced some troubles listening to me please let me
know in the comment section i will be super super happy if you give me some
feedback okay uh so uh today's live stream session is uh devoted to
a rather uh controversial point because there are so many things
that appear these days online and in the real world
and i feel... [Read more]
Differences Between TEFL, TESOL, DELTA And CELTA - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Differences Between TEFL, TESOL, DELTA and CELTA
Hello, it's Liza here. While I'm waiting for more people to join us let me introduce myself for those who will watch it as a recording. So my name is Liza and I am a TEFL expert at ITTT. I am also a self-employed online ESL teacher. I am a non-native English speaker and I am based in Yekaterinburg, Russia. I hope that today's session will be useful for as many people as possible, because it basically covers one of the most controversial topics in TEFL certification. So the main point of today's session is what are some differences between TEFL and TESOL, and other certifications such as CELTA and DELTA.
Please let me know if you can hear me clearly and see me well, there is a chat box so you can communicate with me via the comments.... [Read more]
10 Things You Should Know about TEFL/TESOL Certification - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
10 Things You Should Know about TEFL/TESOL Certification
11/09/2021
hey everybody it's lisa here and i'm super glad to welcome you at another
live stream session with itttt um in fact frankly speaking it feels
like i haven't gone live for ages but it's been just a week
uh that's how i love uh this live stream sessions they um give me so much joy um
especially because i can keep in touch with all of you guys
um i really love to be uh helpful and um i'm i'm 100 sure that my
colleague linda uh loves these live stream sessions as well so don't forget
to check um our content twice a week uh because this live stream sessions are
regular and at the beginning of the week it's my turn usually and linda goes live
every thursday or friday um and yeah we try to be as helpful as
possible so today's... [Read more]
Differences Between TEFL, TESOL, DELTA and CELTA - TEFL Blog
Fri, 12 Mar 2021 Federico Riva
TEFL Information
Differences Between TEFL, TESOL, DELTA and CELTA
Hello, it's Liza here. While I'm waiting for more people to join us let me introduce myself for those who will watch it as a recording. So my name is Liza and I am a TEFL expert at ITTT. I am also a self-employed online ESL teacher. I am a non-native English speaker and I am based in Yekaterinburg, Russia. I hope that today's session will be useful for as many people as possible, because it basically covers one of the most controversial topics in TEFL certification. So the main point of today's session is what are some differences between TEFL and TESOL, and other certifications such as CELTA and DELTA.
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Watch the live session here
What's TEFL and TESOL?
What about... [Read more]
Top Tips for Preparing ESL Students for Exams - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Top Tips for Preparing ESL Students for Exams
10/05/2021
hey guys it's been a week it's been a week since last time and i
couldn't start i couldn't wait to start this live session okay so i have to uh
cut this first part uh when i start editing my
live stream session after we finish it but anyway uh i couldn't wait to start this live
stream session because the topic of the discussion is going to
be really fun and i like to dwell upon this um idea
so let me quickly uh open the
presentation and while waiting for some more people to join us
um i'm gonna tell you a little bit more about myself i also want to introduce itttt so
i will be really short i i will be really brief on that but
anyway it's like an intro part uh and if you guys are there please let
me know that you can see and hear me... [Read more]
The Differences Between TEFL, TESOL, DELTA and CELTA - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Differences Between TEFL, TESOL, DELTA and CELTA
02/16/2021
hello hello uh it's liza here um
while i'm waiting for uh more people to join us let me introduce myself for those who
will watch it um as a recording so my name is lisa i am a tefl expert
uh at itt team and i am also a self-employed online esl
teacher i am a non-native speaker and i am based
in ukaterenburg russia so i hope that today's session
will be useful for as many people as it is possible because it basically covers one of the
most controversial topics uh in tefl certification so uh
to be more exact uh the main point of today's session is uh what are some differences between
tefl tesol and uh the other certifications which are
celta and delta and uh right now please let me know if you
can hear me clearly and see me... [Read more]
How to choose the right TEFL course? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to choose the right TEFL course?
Deciding which TEFL course suits your individual learning style, your current situation and your future plans can be difficult as there is no standard length of training or a fixed syllabus that providers have to adhere to. The best advice we can give is don't simply choose the cheapest or the first option you come across as it may not be suitable for your needs. You should spend time researching what employers expect from job applicants in the countries where you would like to work, as well as any official requirements for work permits and visas etc. Finally you should also research the course provider to ensure they have a good reputation amongst their graduates.
What should I look for when choosing a TEFL course?
The overall length of the course... [Read more]
How to choose the right TEFL course? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to choose the right TEFL course?
Deciding which TEFL course suits your individual learning style, your current situation and your future plans can be difficult as there is no standard length of training or a fixed syllabus that providers have to adhere to. The best advice we can give is don't simply choose the cheapest or the first option you come across as it may not be suitable for your needs. You should spend time researching what employers expect from job applicants in the countries where you would like to work, as well as any official requirements for work permits and visas etc. Finally you should also research the course provider to ensure they have a good reputation amongst their graduates.
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What should I look for when choosing a TEFL course?
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What to Watch Out for Before Signing Your TEFL Contract - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
What to Watch Out for Before Signing Your TEFL Contract
07/15/2021
hello hi welcome to another live session from itt
my name is linda um yeah welcome back this week
if you've noticed last week our live or my life was actually on a different day different time um if you've seen it it
was really really interesting i had some really really interesting guests two
sisters from australia who are currently teaching in japan under the jet program and we had a
lovely chat it was really fun so if you have not seen that i highly recommend checking it out if you're interested in teaching
abroad uh teaching in japan if you're from australia check it out two really lovely girls it
was so much fun talking about what it's like to teach in japan and this week i have i'm here by myself
again and i have... [Read more]
Overcoming Challenges: TEFL/TESOL and Teaching English Abroad at 40+ - TEFL Blog
Fri, 06 Oct 2023 Linda Dunsmore
Visa and Legal TEFL Information
Overcoming Challenges: TEFL/TESOL and Teaching English Abroad at 40+
Are you over 40 and considering a thrilling journey teaching English abroad? Join us as we uncover the growing demand, benefits, and strategies for a successful career in ESL education. Explore how age can be your advantage in the world of teaching English.
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Understanding the Global EFL Market
Global Demand for English Teachers:
Teacher Shortages and Prioritizing Qualifications:
Embracing Cultural Exchange and Diversity:
Leveraging Professionalism and Work Ethic:
Specialized Opportunities and Higher-Level Positions:
Career Transition Possibilities:
Advantages of Teaching English Abroad at 40+
Life Experience, Maturity, and Professional... [Read more]
TEFL Interview: The 15 Most Asked Questions They Will Ask You - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
TEFL Interview: The 15 Most Asked Questions They Will Ask You
02/25/2021
hello hello and welcome my name is linda thanks so much for
tuning in um yeah i'm back here again
like every week i guess um live with itt talking about
yet another very exciting and interesting teaching and tefl topic today and i
think especially this topic is going to be so useful um
and it's i think not talked about enough right we always talk about how to choose the correct tefl course
how to choose you know how to find jobs and all this kind of stuff but
not we're not going down into the nitty-gritty of the actual tefl interview and that's what we're
gonna do today so we are talking about the 15 most asked questions in a tefl interview
and hi guys thanks so much for watching i see we already have a couple of... [Read more]
Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 26 Apr 2021 Federico Riva
Destinations TEFL Information
Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad
oday's exciting topic is the top hiring seasons for teaching English abroad. We're going to go over different countries on different continents and what their hiring seasons are, so when's the best time to go job hunting. Also there will be some tips for job hunting in those places as sometimes you need to get hired in advance when you're still in your home country and you can do online interviews, but in some countries you need to apply in person. So we're going to talk about that as well.
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Watch the live session here
The top hiring seasons for teaching English abroad
Tiana has a question. Are there any specific job websites you'd recommend... [Read more]
The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad
03/18/2021
hello hello hi welcome welcome i'm back again this week
for another live session for itt super excited to be here yet again um as
always uh it is friday 10 a.m where i am in south korea
and please let me know guys if you can see me if you can hear me um you know use the
comment section and just throw in a quick hi and where you're watching from
let me know where you are in the world um i would be super excited to know um
because we always get a very international crowd here and it's super exciting so please let me know where you are
right now what time it is there and um yeah just a high i would appreciate it
i am in south korea about an hour and a half south of seoul it is friday morning um
the weather it's it's kind of... [Read more]
Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons For Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Live Session: The Top Hiring Seasons for Teaching English Abroad
Hello and welcome. I'm back again this week for another live session from ITTT. Super excited to be here again, as always it is Friday 10:00 a.m. where I am in South Korea. Please let me know if you can see me and if you can hear me, use the comment section and just throw in a quick hi and where you're watching from. Let me know where you are in the world. I would be super excited to know because we always get a very international crowd here. Let me know where you are right now and what time it is there. I would appreciate it. I am in South Korea, about an hour and a half south of Seoul. It is Friday morning and the weather is kind of cloudy but it's not too bad. Yesterday was really nice, spring has finally arrived.... [Read more]
Reasons To Take An English Level Test As A Non Native English Teacher - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Reasons to Take an English Level Test as a Non-Native English Teacher
Hi everybody wherever you are right now. I'm in South Korea and it's 10 a.m. Friday, so good morning. I'm back here again today, my name is Linda from ITTT if you've been here before hi and if this is your first time watching thanks so much for tuning in and taking the time, we really appreciate it. If at any time during this live session you have any questions, feel free to drop your comments in the comment section from whichever platform you're watching from. We are streaming live on Facebook and on YouTube at the same time. If you can see me and hear me just leave a hi in the comment box, that would be highly appreciated so that I know that everything is working well.
For the first couple of minutes let's... [Read more]
Top Tips for Teaching English to Young Learners - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Top Tips for Teaching English to Young Learners
02/18/2023
hi welcome Linda here from ITT back this
week with another live session I hope you're doing well thank you so much for joining me today I'm happy to see you if
you can see me and if you can hear me clearly if everything's working please just leave a high in the comment section
and uh maybe also let me know where you are right now where are you watching
from today what time is it there how are you doing let me know in the comments we are live on Facebook and on YouTube at
the same time and we also always turn our live sessions into podcast episodes so if you're listening to this as a
podcast thank you so much for the download and thank you so much for listening we really appreciate that
don't forget to like And subscribe um so... [Read more]
Teaching English in China in 2023: Requirements, Job Market, and More - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English in China in 2023: Requirements, Job Market, and More
10/16/2022
Hi, welcome Linda here from ITTT. Thanks for joining today. Thanks for taking some time out of your day. I know it's a little bit later than usually, but that's because we have a guest today which I'm gonna announce and introduce in a short while. So thank you guys for being here. Yeah, this is what we're going to talk about today, teaching English in China, what you need to know for the next year. A lot of things have changed because of COVID, because of the pandemic, and all those things. So that's why we invited Dan from Teach English Global, and he's gonna tell us all about it today. So, yeah, thanks for being here, and as always, please don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss any of our... [Read more]
What is TEFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
What is TEFL?
If you are bored with the everyday grind and want a new life that is full of travel and adventure, TEFL could be the perfect option for you. First you need to choose the right TEFL course to suit your situation and then work your way through the training. Once you have completed the course and you have your TEFL certificate in hand you will be ready to head overseas to start work as an English language teacher in the country of your choice.
What does TEFL and TESOL stand for?
These acronyms are used when referring to training courses that English language teachers undertake, as well as the certification they receive upon completion. TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language and TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. As these terms... [Read more]
The Best Countries for Solo Women to Teach English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 29 Mar 2021 Federico Riva
Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
The Best Countries for Solo Women to Teach English Abroad
Hi everybody wherever you are right now. I'm in South Korea and it's 10 a.m. Friday, so good morning. I'm back here again today, my name is Linda from ITTT if you've been here before hi and if this is your first time watching thanks so much for tuning in and taking the time, we really appreciate it. If at any time during this live session you have any questions, feel free to drop your comments in the comment section from whichever platform you're watching from. We are streaming live on Facebook and on YouTube at the same time. If you can see me and hear me just leave a hi in the comment box, that would be highly appreciated so that I know that... [Read more]