Esl Teaching Tools

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 Chris Rush TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 4 Essential Tools For Teaching ESL Online Do you dream of using your TEFL certification to teach online? Online teaching is booming, and it's an amazing opportunity, but working for an online teaching company also has its pitfalls: it's hard to tell which companies are legit, wage information can be scarce, and you can be treated like a number rather than a person. The internet is unfortunately full of online teachers' horror stories of being treated like replaceable commodities. To make matters even more confusing, social media is crawling with recruiters and teachers posting referral links to work at their companies. It's hard to know who to trust! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Lesson Content and Student...  [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]

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Empowering ESL Educators: A Guide to Free Teaching Tools Navigating the realm of ESL teaching is both rewarding and challenging. To equip educators with versatile and effective resources, a myriad of free tools has emerged, revolutionizing the way English as a Second Language (ESL) is taught. These tools not only streamline lesson planning but also enrich classroom engagement and student learning experiences. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into an array of invaluable free resources tailored specifically for ESL teachers, empowering them to craft dynamic and impactful lessons that resonate with diverse learners. Table of Contents Zoom Miro Google Docs Canva Calendy WeTransfer Microsoft Loop...  [Read more]

Chris Rush Off2Class Chris Rush is the teacherpreneur-in-residence at Off2Class. He has been teaching online full-time since 2012 and he helps ESL teachers get more students at Off2Class. Read my articles 4 Essential Tools For Teaching ESL Online | ITTT | TEFL Blog Chris Rush TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Working remotely from anywhere in the world is a trending career path for many and teaching English online is one of the best ways to get into freelancing. This blog post explores four essential tools for teaching ESL online.  [Read more]

3 Best Tools to Gamify Your Online Lessons   Tools for Online Lessons: Last week we talked about trends in online ESL teaching in 2022. In this live stream, Liza will help you implement one of them. Come to this live stream to learn about three fantastic gamification tools! With these instruments, your students will love your classes like no one else's. #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 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Thu, 06 May 2021 Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Puppets as a Teaching Tool in the ESL Classroom Puppets can serve as a wonderful pedagogical tool in the ESL classroom. Young children are very familiar with them since puppets play a large role in the world of children's imaginative play, and they have become widely accepted as a pedagogical tool because they are valuable in serving as an anchor in overcoming the language barrier. Table of Contents Research Proven Teaching Benefits Puppets and Oral Language Skills Students Less Anxious Enhanced Listening Skills Growth of Self-Confidence 8 Ways to Incorporate Puppets into Language Teaching Songs and Chants Descriptions RolePlay Games Conversational Dialogues Grammar Review Teaching Assistant Classroom Management Are...  [Read more]

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Top 3 Tools For Creating Interactive EFL Activities The online mode of teaching has become a primary one in the COVID-19 era. For many teachers, remote work is not easy especially due to a different approach to creating materials. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Google Slides 2. LearningApps 3. WordWall Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Listen to this blog post: If you still struggle with games and activities for your activate phase of the lesson, take a look at the following three tools that can help you to versatile your Zoom classes and make your students super happy! 1. Google Slides Yes, it's...  [Read more]

Archives for December 2023 Mastering Error Correction: Strategies for Balancing Fluency and Accuracy in ESL Classrooms 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. Gamification in ESL Teaching: Tools, Platforms, and Benefits 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. Empowering Young Minds: Fostering Critical Thinking in Education Minh Huy Hoang TEFL Information Alumni Experiences...  [Read more]

Wed, 13 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Games in the Classroom are a Fun and Engaging Learning Tool In my experience, the classroom can be a great learning environment when using games. We know that learning can be very intimidating to some students when learning a new language, also students might be hesitant to come thinking they will be bored. With the help of games, you have now created a better experience for them when learning and interacting with their classmates. As teachers, there is always the chance that you will throw too much information at your students and overwhelm them. Using games is a means of creating a stronger desire for learning, and the students are more engaged and involved. Another benefit of games can also be to break the ice with new...  [Read more]

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

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles My Personal Teaching Experience in Xi’an, China | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their story of teaching abroad. They worked in China, one of the most popular destinations for ESL teachers. A Lesson Plan to Practice Speaking With ESL Adults | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL expert shares an EFL lesson plan for teaching speaking skills. Get inspired or simply use this ready lesson with your advanced level students. ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles The Importance and Application of Created Materials in ESL Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by a recent ITTT TEFL graduate who considers the problem of ESL teaching materials. ✅ Read this article to find out how to create and implement teaching materials in TEFL teaching. 7 Principles of Effective ESL Classroom Management | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written...  [Read more]

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Why Games Are So Important in the English Language Classroom Games are one of the most important components in an EFL classroom. Foreign language learning games can be considered as a framework to provide a meaningful context for language acquisition. Students can improve their understanding of written and spoken English via games, as well as learn new words, structures, pronunciation, and spelling, all while having a great deal of fun. Table of Contents The Versatility of Games in the Classroom Games Are Not Just About Having Fun The Many Benefits of Games in the Classroom Games Are Not Just For Young Learners Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by...  [Read more]

3 Best Tools to Gamify Your Online Lessons   Tools for Online Lessons: Last week we talked about trends in online ESL teaching in 2022. In this live stream, Liza will help you implement one of them. Come to this live stream to learn about three fantastic gamification tools! With these instruments, your students will love your classes like no one else's. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Online Teaching: ✅ 7 Activities to Enhance Your Online ESL Lesson with Miro If you have already switched to online ESL teaching, you've definitely been using an online board. There are many good options out there, but I prefer using Miro over the others. Miro is a convenient online whiteboard with lots of fun and interactive tools to use during the class and outside. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Small Talk 2. Mood Board 3. Picture Comics 4. Kanban Table 5. Mindmap 6. Stickers 7. Emoji reactions Are you ready to switch to online ESL teaching? Take a TEFL course to stand out! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In this blog post,...  [Read more]

Anna Domiczek I am a TEFL qualified teacher with years of preschool teaching experience. I am passionate about ESL teaching techniques, methodologies and enjoy curriculum and instructional design related to both early education and teaching English as a second language. As a language enthusiast, I am also a freelance interpreter and translator. Read my articles Top Tips for Using TPR in Preschool ESL Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you planning on teaching English as a foreign language? Check out this article for tips for using TPR in preschool ESL teaching. Preschool ESL Curriculum Components with VIPKID | ITTT | TEFL Blog Anna Domiczek TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you considering teaching English with...  [Read more]

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

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 3 Online ESL Teaching Ideas You Must Try Before 2021 This year has been challenging for all educators due to quarantine and long-term distance learning. However, it is vital to work on online teaching skills to enhance your students' online ESL experience. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Interact With Your Students through an Online Board What other tools can be useful for an online ESL teaching session? Why should you try an online board? 2. Gamify Your Online Classes That's how to do it: How can you and your online ESL students benefit from games in the lessons? 3. Create a Feedback Template How can you organize this part of your job? Are you ready to teach online? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]

3 Best Tools to Gamify Your Online Lessons 12/14/2021 hi again everyone this is another live stream session by itt and my name is lisa i am happy to welcome you to this livestream session and today we're gonna discuss um three interesting tools you might utilize to make your lessons uh interactive and engaging because these uh things will help you to gamify to gamify your classes so in my previous live stream i actually shared uh several trends uh like 10 uh trends for 2022 that you have to think about to implement in your online classes and today i will dive into this idea of gamifying lessons and share several tools that you might actually use to help your students uh get excited and engaged into your content and i hope that you will love these ideas uh these are going to be actually um...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers A Teacher’s Personality in the Center of Classroom Attention Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teacher's personality and qualities important for the ESL class. Course Materials: How to Create Them and Apply in the Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will learn about types of classroom materials and how to apply them in the classroom. Why English as a Global Language is Crucial to International Education Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on the importance of English in global education. Why Lesson Planning is a Key Tool for TEFL Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL alumna considers lesson...  [Read more]

Online ESL Tutoring in Russia from Zero to Pro   Online ESL Tutoring in Russia: Are you a native or fluent English speaker? Do you want to teach English to international students online? Russia and the CIS countries is an emerging market with great demand for TEFL certified English teachers. In this live stream, our guest speaker Andrei from https://progressme.ru/en/ will tell you about how to start your tutoring career in Russia, how to find your first students, and run your social media to get more. You'll also learn about switching between teaching one-on-one to teaching groups online and what tools to use to deliver your classes efficiently. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO...  [Read more]

Mon, 05 Aug 2019 Bri Freeman TEFL Information Alumni Experiences How To Start Your Own ESL Teaching Service The number one question I had to answer before deciding to start Practical English Teacher was "Do I want a new boss or to be my own boss?". I spent months asking myself this before I finally decided to do it. There's a lot of security and credibility that comes with working for a larger ESL company. And I'm not knocking anyone who wants to do that but if you're like me and you're looking for some advice on where to start with your own ESL Service, let's talk. Table of Contents Starting Out Advertising and Expanding How Do I Create a Platform? Best of Luck! Do you want to teach English online? Become a TEFL certified teacher! Related Articles: Starting Out First and I would...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Creativeness in Classroom Teaching Skills | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the most important abilities every teacher should possess. Things That Affect Classroom Management | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers several things that influence classroom management. The Secrets of Encouraging and Motivating ESL Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to motivate and encourage? Our TEFL...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Love What You Do - A Passion for Teaching Zareena Younis Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What does teaching mean to you? Do you have a great passion for it? This post is to all the great teachers out there making a difference in their students' lives. Different Learning Styles and their Effects on Engagement Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Teaching Ideas When it comes to student engagement, there is a wide variety of tools a teacher can take to the class in order to keep the students attracted and focused all through the lesson. Secrets of Teaching Grammar to Young Students Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you teaching English to younger students? Then this blog post is for you! Here are the secrets of...  [Read more]

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Importance and Application of Created Materials in ESL Teaching When teaching English as a second language, one can find a variety of pre-made resources. From tried-and-true textbooks to authentic sources, an instructor can find a readily available structure for most lessons. However, to fully cater to one's students and their specific needs, a teacher must creatively produce relevant supplemental materials.For instance, one may encounter a broad range of information covered within a textbook; whether it be vocabulary or grammar, most English books offer a generalized base for students. Sometimes the reader may have insufficient explanations on grammar practices, or perhaps the students request...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Mastering Error Correction: Strategies for Balancing Fluency and Accuracy in ESL Classrooms 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. Gamification in ESL Teaching: Tools, Platforms, and Benefits 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. Empowering Young Minds: Fostering Critical Thinking in Education Minh Huy Hoang TEFL Information Alumni...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained Teacher or Tutor: Are they the same, or different? Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas One of the most important differences is that whilst the roles perform similar functions, a tutor is typically dedicated to one person rather than a group of students. So a tutor is often a dedicated “one to one” teacher. Is it worth taking a TEFL degree? Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information It is possible to take a course at almost every level of qualification in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Here we will look at some actual courses and what you can do with your degree. Then we will look at what those qualification levels are. Top...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences One More Look at Ways to Encourage EFL Students to Enjoy Learning For the past decades, English plays a major role in the international arena. It keeps us competitive for the rest of the world. It's not a secret that for many countries English is a foreign language. In accordance with Kachru "Three circle model of World Englishness" (1988), Turkmenistan belongs to the third circle – expanding the circle and for us, English should be the target language. The target language due to cultural various and globalized world. Table of Contents International Phenomenon Motivated Teacher - Motivated Students Power of New Technologies Personal Brand Are you ready to inspire EFL students all over the world? Related Articles: Listen to...  [Read more]

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 3 Apps for Digital ESL Lesson Plans Being an ESL teacher is not an easy task, especially if you work as a freelancer TEFL teacher online. In this case, you have to be even more organized to provide better services to your students. This blog post offers you 3 apps for digital ESL lesson plans that will save you a lot of time. Table of Contents Why do you need a digital lesson planner? Evernote Some more essential features will work accurately for your digital ESL lesson plans: Pricing Trello Pricing Notion Pricing Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Why do you need a digital lesson...  [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]