Favorite Things About English Class

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 Karah Musani Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 7 Fun Reward Systems That Will Keep Your Students More Engaged Teaching children can be challenging. If you're teaching an adult, chances are, they're there because they want to learn. Most children, however, would much rather be watching their favorite TV show, so it's important to make the class fun and engaging. One of the best ways to do this is with a reward system. Plan a reward system with 4 to 6 rewards and give one to the student periodically throughout the class when they have done a good job. You can use this to reinforce good behavior and to encourage the student to try harder so that they get more rewards. All of my reward systems rely on a whiteboard the students can see. The rewards will be placed on the...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The 4 Easy Things That Will Help You to Build Great Relationships With Any Classroom Establishing rapport in the classroom is essential if you are going to have a successful class. In this paper, I will examine some of my classroom experience and compare my successful classes to my less-successful classes. In doing so, I hope to make an observation about "best practices" that I can implement in my English teaching. Along with using my own experience, I will be talking with other teachers that I know and using the provided text that I have been given for this course. The three areas I will focus on are: Beginning the course, student participation, and being positive.Beginning the Course. Table of Contents 1. Determine the course...  [Read more]

Mon, 16 May 2022 Mudita Yajnik TEFL Information Alumni Experiences The Importance of ESL Classroom Setup Classroom setup is an important part of setting up a welcoming and friendly environment. It is the foundation on which a teacher can build strong relationships with their students, and build a more student-centered class while incorporating their passions into their work. Table of Contents It's all about first impressions! Bring your personality into the classrroom! Creating a calming environment Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! The way a classroom is set up is a great first impression for students, which means it's important for teachers to put in an effort to make their...  [Read more]

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas My Experience in Child Development I have experience in Childhood development. I've taught over twenty plus years. My experience ranges from infants to school-age children. I have always taught three-year-olds and up. For almost two years, I have had the pleasure of working with children that are 18 months to 24 months old. I am the Lead teacher for our Toddler program. Table of Contents Growing Expertise Every Child is Unique Early Childhood Education Specific Techniques Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Judy N. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Growing Expertise Although...  [Read more]

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences My Favorite Part of The ITTT TEFL Course: Alumni Experience Coming into this, course I had a basic understanding of how a teacher prepares for and teaches a class. I had always thought it was easy for a teacher to teach; teacher walks in, teaches and goes home but I didn't know how much work would have to be put into a lesson to make the best out of it, and this is where I learned the best thing during my TEFL/TESOL course. Table of Contents Methodology What is ESA How to Use it in the Classroom Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jason F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT....  [Read more]

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Best Thing I learned on The TEFL Course: Strategical Lesson Planning In this summative task, I'll describe the best thing I've learned from my TEFL/TESOL course. Firstly I would like to state that the lesson planning learning was the best part of this course for me. For this task, I will include the methods of planning that I have learned about in this course such as materials, songs and movement, and also a short lesson plan I have come up with myself. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Key Benefits of Lesson Planning Teaching Strategies Best for Young Learners Do you want to learn new skills? Take a TEFL course and increase your professional knowledge! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Principles of Classroom Motivation As human beings, motivation is one of the most important components to succeed ultimately, anything. If an individual is not motivated, the likelihood to succeed merely diminishes. This pertains to a person's personal life, academic life, and professional life. Motivation is the root of success, and this is why motivating the students in an ESL classroom holds such importance. To motivate students, the teacher must determine the student's intrinsic goals and desires, help students define their goals, create a positive and friendly climate, and encourage each student. Table of Contents Challenges of learning a second language Rapport building Feedback The importance of volunteer work Do you want...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences My Journey as an English Teacher Abroad Ever since I was a little girl, education has been a huge part of my life. My mother was a teacher at the elementary school I attended and also taught me and my sisters Japanese after school in our home. I have always been inquisitive, constantly asking questions to my parents and teachers about topics I was interested in and about things I didn't quite understand. Table of Contents My learning experience Teaching Experience in Japan Benefits of being a teacher Business Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kim S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas A Patchwork Example Lesson Plan For Teaching Productive and Receptive Skills This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Abraham F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Lesson Materials Grouping Activate Part 1 Elicitation Ideas Activate Part 2 Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Lesson Materials Teaching tools used for learners: One bucket with nontoxic learner-approved clay. Each bucket of clay will have five sticks, each stick a different color. Paper plates matching the color of the clay. Scissors and...  [Read more]

Sat, 15 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Important Reasons to Use Games in The Classroom "Learning is not a game, although you learn by playing" Table of Contents 1. Useful Method 2. Students' Needs 3. Rapport Between Students 4. Way of Evaluation 5. Encouragement Listen to this blog post Are you ready to work with ESL students abroad? Related Articles: When we teach it is not only a matter of writing on the board and expecting the students to absorb all the information and knowledge we have, it's a matter of thinking and sharing what we know with the students. The best way of doing this is by connecting with them through games. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Juan G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Thu, 31 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information The 5 Best Ways to Build Rapport With Your TEFL Students Having a good relationship with your students has many benefits as a teacher. They will become more interested in your lesson, they will learn a lot more and it creates an overall comfortable classroom environment for both the teacher and the students. However, it's often easier said than done to build rapport with those in your class. So how do you do it? This article highlights the 5 best ways to build rapport with your TEFL students. Table of Contents 1. Learn the Names of Your Students 2. Be Energetic and Enjoy Yourself 3. Be Patient but Set Boundaries 4. Learn Something About Your Students' Personal Lives 5. Share Some Things About Your Own Personal Life Listen to this blog...  [Read more]

Class TEFL Online Check out tefl tesol about Class TEFL Online and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts W.M. - South africa said: Motivation in the ClassroomAccording to Lile (2002), ?Motivation is the key to all learning. Lack of motivation is perhaps the biggest obstacle faced by teachers, counselors, school administrators, and parents.? A lack of motivation causes the most intelligent of students to underperform and underachieve. Therefore, teachers are responsible for creating an environment that fosters student motivation in the classroom. This is especially true in the TEFL or...  [Read more]

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 Maddy Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences An Australian Amongst American Textbooks in Japan: ✅ Teaching in a Country that Values American English Assistant Language Teachers in Japan come from different countries worldwide, bringing different kinds of English with them. In my experience, American English is often the most sought-after version of English. Some countries highly value Language Teachers from the USA, which often matches their American-style textbooks and resources. Sometimes people are even overlooked for job opportunities due to their Australian accent and British English background. Well, Japan is no different in this regard. Many Japanese schools hold American English in high regard, so what is it like being an Australian-English...  [Read more]

Mon, 13 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A Digital Age Classroom - What's It Like? The use of new technology in the classroom is a complex topic with many variables. The aim of this essay is to highlight some of the advantages and weaknesses of the use of technology in the classroom and how to find the middle ground. Then looking at how to implement technology in a way that creates a conducive learning environment for students, with a specific focus on the ESA approach. Applying technology as a supplement to teaching and creating a positive learning environment for students is the goal. Table of Contents Advantages Weaknesses ESA and Technology The "So what?" Are you ready to become a TEFL teacher? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 Carrie Kellenberger Visa and Legal TEFL Information The 15 Most Asked Questions in a TEFL Interview Learning how to answer common questions in an ESL interview is easy if you've researched and prepared in advance, even if you've never had a formal job interview before. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: The 15 Most Common ESL Interview Questions Now you are ready for your adventure! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Before we head into answering the top 15 most asked questions in a TEFL interview, there are a few things to check off your to-do list before interviewing: Listen to this blog post: The 15 Most Common ESL Interview Questions 1. Tell me a little about yourself. This is an icebreaker question...  [Read more]

Tue, 30 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Game On – Using Icebreaker Games in the ESL Classroom We must up our game as ESL teachers in the 21st century – both figuratively and literally. I use games to engage students and promote learning in my classroom for a wide range of learning objectives. Below is a short list of icebreaker games that I regularly use in my classroom, and I will discuss the learning target(s) that each game aims to facilitate and deliver as well as the context in which the game is used. Since I work with high school age and adult students, the games are geared for English Language Learners in these age groups. As learning communities become more globalized and data give more information on how people learn, one major challenge I find with...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 7 Easy Ways to Make Money Online as an English Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Budget and Salary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by an ITTT TEFL expert who shares 7 ideas on how to make money online as an English teacher. Online EFL market is boosting this year due to the global quarantine, thus, there are new ways to implement your skills and get profit sharing your personal EFL teaching experience. 3 Apps for Digital ESL Lesson Plans Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares 3 useful digital apps for ESL lesson plans. You will learn about Evernotes, Trello, and Notion, a 2020 favorite planning app. Create your own system...  [Read more]

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas My Plans as an EFL/ESL Teacher When I envision myself in a classroom full of new English learners, I see myself striving to encourage and motivate students through positive student-to-student and student-to-teacher relationships. One of the key components of successfully learning a new topic is to enjoy it and to see a purpose in doing so. Creating a safe and welcoming environment is one of the most important things a teacher can do to ensure student learning by building confidence in every individual. Table of Contents Personal Language Learning Experience Lesson Plan Understanding Students' Needs Favorite Classes Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How TEFL Course Inspired Me in My Teaching "Why do I have to take a TEFL course?" I asked this question when my daughter suggested to me to enroll in this course. Having decided to say goodbye to my current job as an international homeroom teacher, I am now embarking on a new journey of applying abroad for a teaching position at an international school. Thanks to the Americans who defeated our Spanish colonizers way back the 19th century, they brought their educational system to the Philippines. Ever since I started school, I have been taught the American way using the English language as the medium of instruction. However, even if I am learned in English, I have to get a TEFL course to prove my competence in the English...  [Read more]

Lourien Prinsloo An ambitious ESL Teacher, with a passion for people. In my spare time, I voluntarily tutor students online. My husband Willie and I live in South Africa with our son Retief. My favourite things include my dogs, family time, exercise, and of course POTATO CHIPS (sometimes even at the same time)! Read my articles The Education Giants: Online vs. Offline Education | ITTT | TEFL Blog Lourien Prinsloo Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas One of the most valuable resources to have in life is an educated mind. In this last decade, the educational world was and still is constantly evolving, especially with the rise of technology and a pandemic stricken worldwide that is influencing millions of people’s educational growth. Teacher Burnout - How Real Is It and What Can You...  [Read more]

Sun, 29 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Kind of Motivation Important for an ESL Classroom When starting any class, if you expect that your students will be motivated to learn a new language, at first, you have to be primarily motivated and enthusiastic. We have seen that we can have self-motivated students and also reluctant students, it's the teacher's role to make the best to involve providing an interesting and pleasant class when you show passion to the subject that you are teaching, it can be contagious for most students, who will model your positive behavior. Table of Contents Teacher's Part Daily Routine Outer Motivation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Simple Flashcard Activities to Have Fun During the Class Throughout this course, my favorite units have been the ones that teach us how to lead an effective lesson and have a fun classroom environment. I love all the suggestions and teaching ideas they give, and it excites me to think about using those for my future lessons. For that reason, I chose the topic of five activities with flashcards. This essay will be a perfect opportunity for me to delve further into my favorite part of this class and plan some fun things to do. When I move abroad I plan on teaching young children, mainly kindergarten-aged, so my five activities will be geared towards young learners. They need way more energy, fun, and excitement in their lessons than...  [Read more]

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 7 Fun Ways to Introduce New EFL Vocabulary Learning vocabulary words is a big part of any EFL classroom. Sometimes, it can be challenging for students to learn and remember new words - this is where the following activities come in handy! Here are 7 fun ways to introduce new EFL vocabulary! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Get Physical 2. Sing it Loud 3. Keep It Real 4. The Root of the Issue 5. Introduce Couples 6. Tell it like It Is 7. Picture It Which is your favorite teaching activity? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Listen to this blog post: 1. Get Physical This activity works well for a lot of vocabulary words. It is based around the total physical response...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences The Best Thing I’ve Learned While Taking A TEFL Course I have been a teacher with 51 Talk for three years now and to improve my career and teaching skills I have learned some things on this TEFL course that will help me brush up my skills in teaching. Though I have been a teacher's aid before, as well as a bright student who used to tutor others during my school years, it was now that I realized how hard teachers used to work for us to become good learners in school and understand the subjects. Table of Contents ESA Methodology of Teaching Classroom Management EFL Games Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Saba S. Also read My...  [Read more]

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Understand and Address Discipline in Adult Learners of EFL Discipline is an important aspect of classroom life when teaching EFL to adults. It affects the teachers and students and can hold a classroom together. Lack of discipline creates chaos and diminishes the ability of students to learn. In this essay, I will seek to explore what kind of discipline problems there are among adults, why a lack of discipline exists, and some strategies to solving a lack of discipline. Table of Contents To begin with, I'd like to review some literature about common problems which exist among students. With all these reasons for lack of discipline in mind, what solutions can be implemented? Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a...  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Personal Teaching Experience and What Factors Influence it I taught high school and college-level Spanish. I taught language for about 20 years. I learned many things throughout my tenure as a teacher. There are many traits and characteristics that I found useful in my career. Table of Contents The first of these is Creativity Secondly, I found that an effective teacher must be a good communicator Another trait that I found very useful in the classroom was patience Humor is a trait I found useful in the classroom Lastly, I would like to talk about flexibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Keith B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 Mary Blancaflor Alumni Experiences Building Confidence in Speaking English in a Non-Native Speaking Country I have been teaching English to local and foreign students and for the most part, I noticed that no matter how much the learners would like to polish their English, some things hinder them to accomplish their goal in speaking the language. Studying a foreign language in a non-native speaking country requires more discipline and motivation. Learning a foreign language is not acquired overnight. It has to undergo a specific type of training and the amount of time to learn. For this reason, I came up with a list of why students find it hard to learn a foreign language and what they must do. Table of Contents Hindrances in learning: Fear of Committing a Mistake...  [Read more]

Fri, 01 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Roles That an ESL/EFL Teacher Plays in the Classroom One of my favorite aspects of teaching is the role of the teacher in the classroom. To some, the role of the teacher is only to teach people information that they then regurgitate during a later exam. However, to me, teaching is a fascinating profession because a teacher is many things to many different students. Table of Contents Instructor Friend Role-model Conclusion Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Derek G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Instructor The most prominent role of a teacher is the conveyor of...  [Read more]

Thu, 20 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Helping Students to Get Motivated In this essay, I am going to talk about how students can be motivated, more specifically, how to encourage shy or reluctant students to participate in class discussions. Table of Contents Anticipated Problems Possible Solution Comfortable Environment Grouping Are you ready to begin your teaching career? Take a TEFL course to get more confident! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Bertram R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Anticipated Problems With the possible exception of mental "problems" such as being a mute, most of the time I find that a student who is unwilling to...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained How to Use Videos in Online ESL Lessons Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL experts talks about the reasons and ways to use videos in online ESL lessons. If you want to spice up your online classes, read this article and try these exciting ideas! Linguistics for ESL Teachers Sahil Gazi TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How can being a linguist help you when teaching English as a foreign language? This blog post will explore this topic. What is it like teaching English in Bangladesh? Sahil Gazi TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you interested in moving to Bangladesh to teach English as a foreign language? This article takes a look at what you will...  [Read more]