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Strategies for celebrating success in an ESL classroom
Sarah Jennings
Teaching Ideas
By Kyle Cullinan
The journey of learning English as a second language is enriched by dedicated TEFL/TESOL qualified teachers who bring expertise and passion to their classrooms. These educators play a pivotal role in nurturing language proficiency while fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Recognising student achievements goes beyond mere acknowledgment—it's about celebrating the milestones that reflect their academic progress, leadership qualities, artistic talents, community contributions, and personal growth. Through recognition ceremonies, personalised awards, and engaging showcases, we not only bolster student confidence but also inspire others to strive for excellence.
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Enhancing ESL Reading Lessons: Strategies and Materials for Effective Learning - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Reading comprehension is a crucial skill for ESL (English as a Second Language) students to develop. As teachers, it is essential to select appropriate resources and employ effective techniques to maximize the benefits of reading activities in the classroom. In this blog post, we will explore various types of reading materials, discuss strategies to improve reading comprehension skills, and highlight the importance of integrating discussions into the learning process.
Types of Reading Materials
Authentic Materials:
Non-Authentic Materials:
Strategies for Improving Reading Comprehension Skills
Skimming and Scanning:
Summarizing:
Predicting:
Discussing:
Conclusion
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Strategies for Sustainable Lesson Planning
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TEFL Information
By Kyle Cullinan
Improving Through Reflection
Embrace Long-Term Planning
Student-Centered Approaches
Prioritise Adaptability
Conclusion
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Navigating the complexities of international education requires educators to adopt effective strategies that not only meet diverse learning needs but also foster a cohesive and engaging classroom environment. For international teachers, creating a sustainable lesson planning routine goes beyond curriculum alignment—it involves embracing long-term visions, leveraging digital tools, and incorporating student-centred approaches that promote flexibility and continuous improvement. These tips aim to empower educators in crafting dynamic lesson plans that resonate across... [Read more]
Teaching English Without a Degree: Opportunities and Strategies for Success - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Hello! Hi, Linda here from ITTT. Back today with another live session. As you can see, this is today's topic: teaching English without a degree. Yes, you can. Yes, it's possible. Let's talk about it. So, we're going to talk about how to best prepare yourself for a teaching job abroad and online if you don't have a degree. And also, where the best places, countries, and regions are for teaching English abroad without a degree. And also, the best platforms for teaching English online without a degree. So, that's what we're going to talk about today. I'm also going to show you a little bit of a couple of the TEFL courses that we recommend for people without a degree if you want to teach English abroad or online. Yeah, so that's what's going to happen today. Thank you so much for tuning in. ... [Read more]
ESL Teaching Strategy In 2022 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Do you want to boost your ESL teaching this year? Do you want to increase your income? Then, come to this live stream session to learn about the most updated teaching strategies in 2022 that will help you succeed as an ESL teacher! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Discover effective error correction strategies in ESL classrooms! Balance fluency and accuracy, empower learners, and create a supportive teaching environment.
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Discover the power of gamification in ESL education through platforms like Edvibe and Wordwall. Explore how these innovative tools are reshaping language learning and engaging students in online classrooms.
Minh Huy Hoang
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Discover the importance of critical thinking in language education and explore engaging exercises for young learners in this insightful blog post.
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Mastering the Art of Teaching English: Essential Qualities for Success - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
It is important for English teachers who instruct non-native English speakers to have cultural awareness and an appreciation of their student body, a commitment to creating engaging and meaningful English lessons, and a flexible, humorous personality. Based on my teaching experience as a primary school English teacher in Dakar, Senegal, I became aware of the importance of these qualities and how they allow teachers and students to thrive.
Building Cultural Awareness and Connection
Fostering Lasting Learning Experiences
Embracing Flexibility and Adaptability
Conclusion:
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ESL Teaching Strategy in 2022 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hey everybody it's lizzy here and i'm glad to welcome you at another livestream session with itttt uh it's been quite a long time since we've met previously actually it was like last year uh because i had quite a long vacation and i hope that you still remember me because um i kind of missed this live stream sessions uh so as i have already mentioned uh today's live stream session uh is gonna be devoted to um quite an interesting point which is the esl strategy for 2022 uh and i also want to say that um well we kind of discussed this thing already but the problem is that uh not every teacher is ready to implement this idea so i hope that today's live stream session is gonna be valuable for you um from the perspective of uh getting inspired somehow and probably changing your um mindset and... [Read more]
Strategies to Build Confidence in Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
When teaching students most of the time we mainly focus on just teaching them the language and having them pass some tests and that is how we measure if they have learned well or not. In reality, it is a bit different though. Knowing how to read, speak or write a language does not necessarily translate to the student excelling in the language. There is another often ignored factor called confidence. Confidence is necessary for success in many parts of life and it is no different when learning. One of the greatest gifts we can give our students is to instill in them a strong sense of confidence. In doing this, we enable them to be higher achievers.
Why Is Confidence important?
1. Mistakes are not bad
2. Saying Good Things is Great
3. Use Visual Aids
Do... [Read more]
The Significance of Vocabulary in Language Learning - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Vocabulary is one of the most important skills required for teaching and learning a foreign language. It is vital for effective communication and understanding of written text. A rich vocabulary helps individuals express their feelings, ideas, and needs while also enhancing their overall understanding of others. Vocabulary develops with age and presents one of the biggest challenges when learning a second language.
The Stages of Vocabulary Knowledge
The Four Types of Vocabulary in Teaching
Teaching Strategies for Vocabulary Acquisition
Overcoming Challenges in Teaching Vocabulary
Conclusion
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How to Create Lessons Based on Videos - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hey there it's lizzy here and i'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly live stream uh so this live stream is provided by um itttt international tefl and t soul certification uh training um if you haven't watched our recent live streams please feel free to go to one of our social networks and check out the previous videos because we usually try to give you some value and uh we share really useful topics um on the regular basis and today's live stream is going to be devoted to um creating uh lessons based on videos and uh i'm going to change the size of the slide right now let me know guys if you see and hear me clearly there is a comment section uh in the live stream uh so feel free to um write down type in any words any um i don't know any greetings there uh so that i know that... [Read more]
Teacher Development Strategies for Non-Native Speakers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hello everybody uh so it's liza here um i'm glad to see you joining me today uh if you guys hear and see me clearly please let me know via the chat box and today we are going to discuss a problem related to teacher development so while i am waiting for more people to join me please let me know that you hear me and see me clearly okay and um just quickly um let me introduce myself so um i am a non-native esl teacher and an itt tefl expert uh so i go live uh every week on tuesday uh and uh this live stream is provided by itttt international tefl and tesol training hello everybody yeah thanks a lot for uh letting me know that my system is working that my equipment is okay um i'm glad you are tuning in and by the way please let me know where are you guys from so um i'm located in russia but i... [Read more]
Stories for Teaching English: Suitable Options for Different Age Groups - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Using stories and storytelling as teaching strategies in foreign language education is effective for students of all ages. Stories are a powerful tool for transmitting social and cultural heritage, and they engage students by allowing them to identify with characters and become invested in the outcomes. When teaching English to children, teenagers, and adults, it is important to select stories that are gripping, relatable, and relevant to their respective age groups.
Stories for Children
Stories for Teenagers
Stories for Adults
Improving Receptive and Productive Skills
Conclusion
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TEFL Student Engagement - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Introduction to TEFL Student Engagement
Importance of Student Engagement in TEFL
Creating Interactive and Fun Lessons
Techniques for Motivating TEFL Students
Incorporating Technology for Engagement
Differentiating Instruction to Engage All Learners
Building Strong Teacher-Student Relationships
Using Authentic Materials to Enhance Engagement
Assessing and Improving Student Engagement
Enhancing Student Engagement with ITTT
Student engagement is a key factor in successful language learning, particularly in the TEFL classroom where maintaining motivation and interest can be challenging. Engaged students are more likely to participate actively, retain information, and achieve their language learning goals. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) offers strategies and resources to... [Read more]
7 Ideas For Teaching ESL - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Ideas for teaching ESL students in the classroom starting with structure and listing out what they will be doing.
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Common Myths About ESL Teaching - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Do you want to teach English but have doubts? Come to this live stream to debunk common myths about TEFL teaching! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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Adapting Language Learning for Children (Ages 4-12): Strategies for Effective Instruction - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Embark on a journey through the fascinating world of language learning for children between the ages of 4 and 12. Delve into the developmental nuances of preschoolers and school-age/pre-puberty learners, while uncovering a treasure trove of effective teaching approaches. Whether you're an educator, parent, or language enthusiast, this article offers valuable insights and practical strategies to ignite young minds and unleash the full potential of language acquisition at each stage.
Preschoolers (Ages 4-6): Fostering Creativity and Imagination
School-Age/Pre-Puberty Learners (Ages 6-12): Developing Language Proficiency
Tailoring Instruction for Success
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Master Your TEFL Interview Demo Lesson: Tips and Strategies for Success - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Hi, welcome Linda here, from ITTT. Back with another live session this week. And this week we're talking about the demo lesson and how to hold effective demo lessons for your TEFL interviews so you get hired. Yeah, welcome back, I'm back here again. You know we go live every week. I hope you know by now. Don't forget to like and subscribe so you always stay up to date, you never miss any of our upcoming live sessions. We usually go to go live at this time on this day so please stay tuned, give us a like, give us a subscription wherever you're watching from. We're actually live on Facebook and on YouTube at the same time, so whichever platform you prefer you can tune in.
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Tefl reviews - Teaching English Esl Efl Tips/tips Teaching Beginners - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Regardless of which type of beginners you are teaching here are our top 10 tips for the teaching of beginner classes.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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Unit 6 was about the past tenses and how to use them correctly. It described the different situations of when to use each tense and how to properly structure them. Sadly, there aren't any rules for knowing the irregular verbs. You simply... [Read more]
Tefl reviews - Teaching English Esl Efl Tips/teaching Special Groups - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Within the teaching of ESL throughout the world, there is a whole spectrum of the types of groups that you may be involved in. It's worth breaking those types of groups down to have a look at some of the more specific things we need to do when we're teaching those groups - and this is what this video focuses on.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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TEFL Q&A: Online ESL Teaching - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hey guys welcome to the itty weekly live stream uh my name is lisa and i'm super glad to welcome you uh today uh so while i'm waiting for some more people to join us uh let me introduce uh today's topic uh so today's live stream is going to be pretty short but concise because i'm going to focus just on one specific point which is online esl teaching uh and if you guys have any questions related to this problem feel free to comment uh feel free to uh use the comment section uh to send your questions or maybe concerns um and uh as for myself i am actually going to address uh top five um questions i've been asked recently on the point of online english teaching um so this is probably the outline of today's session if you have any questions related to uh some other topics um like tefl... [Read more]
Useful Tips For Teaching ESL To Children - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching ESL to children is challenging but also very rewarding. In this live event, TEFL expert Linda explores some of the most useful tips for teaching ESL to children. #TEFL #BestTEFL #TESOL Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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Reasons to Learn Managerial Skills for Your ESL Teaching - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
I have been working as an English teacher for almost five years and I have a lot of experience in teaching children and adults. Therefore, after learning these units, I can gain a better understanding of class management.
Reasons for Management in Class
Rapport
Young Learners
Adults
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When it comes to teaching children, class management is essential. Children have an innate curiosity, which is a big motivation. They like looking for something new and learning it. Studying when you were a child has many advantages.... [Read more]
Tefl reviews - Teaching English Esl Efl Tips/future Tenses Present Continuous Teaching Idea - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
This teaching idea is very similar to the activity we can use for the future continuous. We pair up our students, give them diaries and have them find the day on which both of them are free to meet. This video shows you exactly how to execute this activity in the classroom.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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Being an English Teacher is a great opportunity to see the world, to know new... [Read more]
The Best Resources For Finding A TEFL/TESOL Job - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
You completed your TEFL/TESOL course - now how do you find that dream teaching job? In this live event, TEFL expert Linda goes over the best strategies and resources for finding a TEFL/TESOL job. #TEFL #BestTEFL #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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Why Classroom Management is an Important Skill for EFL Teachers - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Classroom management is an important element for having a successful classroom, especially for an EFL teacher. It goes beyond having a clean and organized room; it is a skill necessary for creating an effective learning environment. When a teacher possesses proper classroom management skills, they can establish a positive atmosphere that can significantly impact a student's life. An organized classroom and effective classroom control provide a greater chance of building relationships and gaining trust and respect from students. In the following paragraphs, I will discuss two important steps and provide examples of classroom management, highlighting why these steps are crucial for EFL teachers like myself.
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Tefl reviews - Teaching English Esl Efl Tips/future Tenses Going To Future Teaching Ideas - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
This video looks at various teaching ideas for the 'going to' future tense. Pictures are a great tool for lower-level students to look at evidence based on the pictures and making predictions using the 'going to' future. Other ideas might include weather predictions, as well as planning a party or holiday.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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Tefl reviews - Teaching English Esl Efl Tips/student Groups - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
There are many different types of groups of students that you will encounter when teaching English as a foreign language. This video introduces you to the five different types of student groups.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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This unit discussed the different forms of the past tense of English language verbs. It was pretty straightforward in addressing the past tense, discussing the... [Read more]
Tefl reviews - Teaching English Esl Efl Tips/third Conditional - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The third conditional is used when speaking about regrets and excuses. This video is specifically aimed at teaching the third conditional in an ESL setting.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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Maintaining the class is a very important factor in teaching. It will helps our students to be more interested in the lesson. Yes that's right that building a good relationship to our students s very... [Read more]
Tefl reviews - Teaching English Esl Efl Tips/first Conditional - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The first conditional is used for likely results of possible future situations, as well as promises, threats, warnings or back-up plans. This video is specifically aimed at teaching the first conditional in an ESL setting.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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I have learnt some new things about future tense. First, I am clear about the difference between will and be going to, 'will 'can be... [Read more]
