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Pronunciation Problems of Students in the Philippines - TEFL Blog
Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Pronunciation Problems of Students in the Philippines
English has its place as the most frequently required subject of mostly Philippines' school and universities. This is because of the belief of most Filipinos that the mastery of the English language is the most important demands globally. We grew up believing that learning a second language is not an easy task, although other nationalities find that it is easy for us to imitate and practice the language. However, that is not the case. The problems of teaching and learning a foreign language, specifically English, have suggested some studies of the errors made by most Filipino students. In spite of the knowledge of English of the Filipino, there are times that most students... [Read more]
What It's Really Like Being a Non-Native English-Speaking Teacher - TEFL Blog
Wed, 01 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
What It's Really Like Being a Non-Native English-Speaking Teacher
Lately, I have been hearing the question "Can a non-native English speaker teach English?" and my answer to this is "YES" but in certain conditions. My answer is based on my experience as a non-native English teacher that is why I chose this topic. I would like to tell my story of being a non-native English teacher.
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First, I would like to share my good experiences.
Thailand
Requirements
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Behind Being a Non-Native English-Speaking Teacher - TEFL Blog
Thu, 23 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Behind Being a Non-Native English-Speaking Teacher
Lately, I have been hearing the question "Can a non- native English speaker teach English?" and my answer to this is "YES" but in certain conditions. My answer is based on my experience as a non-native English teacher that is why I chose this topic. I would like to tell my story of being a non-native English teacher.
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First, I would like to share my good experiences.
But working in Thailand also has its downsides like the low salary for teachers.
During my search on the internet, I always come across the word "non-native" English teacher.
I decided to stop my job searching for a while thinking that this may not be the perfect time for me.
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The Challenging Way of a Teacher to Create Confident Students - TEFL Blog
Thu, 26 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The Challenging Way of a Teacher to Create Confident Students
Confidence is a state of being certain either that a hypothesis or prediction is correct or that a chosen course of action is the best or most effective. Confidence comes from a Latin word fidere' which means "to trust"; therefore, having self-confidence is having trust in one's self.; for students who have English as their second language, the confidence in speaking in English is mostly low as they do not practice the language often enough and they worry about being wrong so they'd choose not to talk at all. As a Filipino, schools in the Philippines use English as our medium of teaching. Therefore, most of the Filipinos do know the right structure of grammar, vocabulary... [Read more]
How Filipinos Acquire English as Their Second Language - TEFL Blog
Thu, 07 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
How Filipinos Acquire English as Their Second Language
I am a Filipino. I was born in The Philippines and my first language is Tagalog. I remember my parents told me the first two words I ever learned or spoke were "mama" and "papa". My parents were my very first teachers.
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Language in Childhood
Popularity of English
Reasons to Learn Languages
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Language in Childhood
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Common Problems for English Learners in the Philippines - TEFL Blog
Fri, 19 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Common Problems for English Learners in the Philippines
The Philippines is one of the countries in Asia that is known to be the largest English speaking nation when published by an English council a few years ago.
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English as an official language in the Philippines
English in Early Childhood
Discrimination as a Problem
English Curriculum
Grammar
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Games in the Classroom - The Antidote to Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety - TEFL Blog
Wed, 13 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
Games in the Classroom - The Antidote to Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety
When an English speaker is traveling in the Philippines, it is not uncommon for a friendly conversation with a local to end with the local stating they have a nosebleed and escape from the conversation. In Filipino culture, nosebleeds indicate that the brain is too stressed. Although Filipinos pride themselves in being fluent in English, many are not as confident to speak it when the time requires.
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BACKGROUND: Too Anxious to Speak
INTRODUCTION: Work VS Play
MOTIVATION
SETTING
CONFIDENCE
CONCLUSION
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TEFL Thailand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Qualified Teacher Wanted To Teach Tefl In Phuket Thailand
Qualified teacher wanted to teach TEFL in Phuket, Thailand.
Date posted:2006-03-14 | Writer: Kajonkietsuksa school | Email: [email protected]
Kajonkietsuksa school is the first kindergarten and primary bilingual school in Phuket(with 45 native English teachers). We are currently looking for 1.Primary1-3 homeroom teacher 3 positions (27,000-35,000 Baht a month)2.Kindergarten1-3 homeroom teacher 3 postions (27,000-35,000 Baht a month)3.Filipino English,Health,Sport or Art teacher 5 positions (15,000-20,000 Baht a month)4. Thai officer 2 positions (8,000-15,00 Baht a month)for new school year(a one year contract start from 1st of April, middle of Apirl or 2nd of May). A class will consist of 20-25 students. The positions is full time- Monday to Friday 7.30-4.50pm.A one-year... [Read more]
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William Noble
William Noble has an MA in counseling psychology. He is a homeschooler, counselor, writer, and an ESL teacher. He has taught ESL since 2004 to Chinese, Russian, and Korean students. In 2019, he is moving to China with his Filipina wife and daughter.
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English Speaking and Writing Errors made by Chinese Primary Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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China is the largest EFL market in the world with more vacant positions than teachers to fill them with. If you want to teach English in China as well, it's a great idea to get a thorough understanding of the English speaking and writing errors made by Chinese students prior to coming to China.
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TEFL Thailand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl In Khon Kaen North Eastern Thailand
TEFL in Khon Kaen, North Eastern Thailand.
Date posted:2006-08-02 | Writer: Mahathai School | Email: [email protected]
Mahathai School is located in the centre of Khon Kaen City. Our School has an extensive English programme supported by excellent staff and facilities.Remuneration is 30, 000 baht plus your work permit, visa and insurance. We need a teacher to teach 20 periods a week to M1 and M2 (12-14 year olds). Teachers are given paid holidays in October and April/May. We need a NATIVE speakers of English with suitable qualifications and experience to start immediately. We do not require Fillipino teachers. Do not send attachments please.
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Teaching English Philippines - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teaching English Abroad
TEFL Certificate Philippines
Capital city
Manila
Language
Filipino, English
Currency
Peso (PSP)
Typical TEFL teacher salary
US$ 600/month
Major TEFL locations
Manila Cebu Quezon City
The Country
Due to the fact that English is an official language in the Philippines, many foreigners may find it difficult to obtain a teaching position. Because this is the case, our course graduates will benefit immensely from our lifetime assistance finding jobs — in the Philippines or any other country.
Your chances of obtaining a job increase if you are an American citizen and most of the jobs available are with larger companies, language schools, and international schools. At the international schools, you will most likely be teaching Korean and Japanese students.
There are a few... [Read more]
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Overcoming Stress: Classroom Challenges and How to Work on Them
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Stressful situations are usual for ESL classes. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate teaches how to work on such situation in order to maintain good results.
What is The Difference Between Teaching English to High-School Students and University Students?
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Teaching Ideas
How teaching high-school students differs from teaching university students? Read in this blog post.
Incorporating Storytelling Activities in the ESL Lesson
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How storytelling influences the process of acquiring languages? Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts.
The Place of Teaching Skills in ESL Education
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TEFL Thailand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Job Teaching English In Thailand 3
Job Teaching English in Thailand (4)
Date posted:2016-01-14 | Writer: Sarasas schools | Email: [email protected]
Now is your chance to use your TEFL skills working for one of the prestigious Sarasas schools. We are seeking many teachers for our new and existing schools across Thailand. These opportunities are open to native speakers of English and other speakers of English. Filipino teachers must have a degree in education.
Some of the benefits are:
Full time positions teaching- on average up to 24 periods per week
Competitive salary (to be advised at the interview only)
Health care
Accommodation or accommodation allowance (dependent on school)
Fully paid holidays
Visa and work permit (providing you have the correct documentation)
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TEFL Thailand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Efl Teacher Needed Immediately In Thailand
EFL Teacher Needed Immediately in Thailand
Date posted:2014-11-06 | Writer: Echo English | Email: [email protected]
Echo English is looking for a native level English speaker to come and teach English at a Secondary school in Yasothon capital. The position will start immediately. Home of the largest of the famous Bun Bang Fai rocket festival, Yasothon is a province in the Northeast of Thailand on the Chi River. The school has approximately 3,300 students enrolled and the number of Thai teachers totals 170. There are currently 4 foreign teachers in total, with the average class size for English being 35. You will be teaching for 15 hours a week.
We recruit native level English teachers and Filipino English teachers. If you have some teaching experience, or have just completed your... [Read more]
Connecting Dots Through English - TEFL Blog
Thu, 14 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Connecting Dots Through English
Have you ever wondered why people all over the world are somehow curious about the English language? Or why does a country like Japan wherein the English language is not a requirement to get a job, is on-demand for more competent and effective English teachers? These kinds of questions make me remember my favorite quote, "Everything has a reason"; And yes somehow, English exists for a reason of course. You might be thinking why I entitled this essay "Connecting Dots Through English", well you will find out why, as you read more on this essay.
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My Personal Experience
Connection
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Differences in Teaching Monolingual and Multilingual EFL Groups - TEFL Blog
Tue, 18 Dec 2018 Laura Payne
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Differences in Teaching Monolingual and Multilingual EFL Groups
I am currently working as an Assistant Language Teacher in Japan. Before I began this job I assumed that because Japan has a largely homogeneous population, all of my classes would be monolingual. However, I was wrong in this assumption. In addition to my Japanese students, I have many students who are Brazilian or Filipino. These students largely do not use Japanese as their mother tongue and have to learn both English and Japanese as a second language. This diverse student population, in addition to my work experiences and studies, has taught me a lot about working with both monolingual and multilingual classes.
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Where to study TEFL in the Philippines? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Where to study TEFL in the Philippines?
The Philippines, with English as one of its two official languages, maintains a strong foundation in English language instruction. English is incorporated into mainstream school curricula and widely employed in sectors such as government, media, business, and education. Given the pervasive use of English throughout the nation, it is unsurprising that many Filipino teachers occupy a significant proportion of English teaching roles in the Philippines and across various Asian countries. Nonetheless, the Philippines continues to attract numerous international teachers due to its rich cultural offerings and warm hospitality.
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Where to study TEFL in the Philippines? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Where to study TEFL in the Philippines?
The Philippines, with English as one of its two official languages, maintains a strong foundation in English language instruction. English is incorporated into mainstream school curricula and widely employed in sectors such as government, media, business, and education. Given the pervasive use of English throughout the nation, it is unsurprising that many Filipino teachers occupy a significant proportion of English teaching roles in the Philippines and across various Asian countries. Nonetheless, the Philippines continues to attract numerous international teachers due to its rich cultural offerings and warm hospitality.
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Where is the best place to study TEFL in the Philippines?
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In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of coming to a new country - China.
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In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the importance of learning teaching skills.
Projecting Careers on the English Language
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This blog post is devoted to the global demand in English. Our TEFL graduate shares their experience in using English at their career planning.
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TEFL Vietnam - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Full Time Tefl Positions In Vietnam
Full-time TEFL Positions in Vietnam
Date posted:2019-02-07 | Writer: GIA VIET English Language Centre | Email: [email protected]
GIA VIET English Language Centre is one of the most prestigious English schools based in Can Tho City, The Mekong Delta, Vietnam. The school provides English courses to a range of learners including young learners, teenagers, university students, and working people with a strong focus on the International Certificate Programs (IELTS, TOEIC) and academic English. In accordance with its expansion plan, Gia Viet is now pleased to announce recruitment for 3 new full-time native level English teachers.
Details in relation to these positions are described below:
Job Title: Full-time native teachers
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TEFL Asia General - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl In Cebu Philippines
TEFL in Cebu, Philippines
Date posted:2007-04-02 | Writer: ALTA Language Acacemy | Email: [email protected]
American Language Teaching Academy is a small owner-operated private ESL academy We are a multi-cultural English language academy, focusing primarily on improving conversational skills using student based learning concepts, augmented with an immersion-oriented campus lifestyle.
ALTA is a small, elite school looking for long-term instructors. One of the biggest attractions is that our company culture is based on friendly, family-oriented atmosphere. Students and teachers instantly feel welcome as a part of the ALTA family.
ALTA is both a 4 resort (located near the beach) and an established accredited language academy with strong credentials. Because of that, ALTA's campus is... [Read more]
Why Cultural Awareness is Important for Teachers - TEFL Blog
Thu, 05 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Why Cultural Awareness is Important for Teachers
Even in picking on what books and materials to aid the lesson, from authentic to created, cultural awareness should always be part of the consideration. The cultural background of the students should be first studied and researched, as this will play a significant role in the learning process. Even though many students may have been exposed to cultural exchange programs, personal interactions, and awareness through social media, we still differ in cultural needs.
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The Power of First Impression
Attitude Towards Various Contexts
How to Learn about a New Culture Faster
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C.S - Thailand said:
TEFL for non native speakersI?m a thai national born and raised in thailand. Being a non native english speaker, I?ve faced many difficulties in learning and understanding English since the beginning. Pronunciation was difficult, grammar was difficult, and I believe learning and just REMEMBERING all the tenses, modals, and verb forms would have been nearly impossible without the fortunate help I had from many American, Filipino, and European friends,... [Read more]
Which ‘English’ Should I Teach? - TEFL Blog
Thu, 12 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Which ‘English’ Should I Teach?
English is a language that has a variety of dialects: particularly, there are three different major English segments. English (American ), English (Australian), and English (British or Uk). The three segments have differences in the way they are written and spoken. In this article, I will compare American English versus British English and my own experience with these two.
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British English
American English
My Experience
Training Course
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5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in Hong Kong - TEFL Blog
Thu, 11 Oct 2018 Kayla Hill
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5 Reasons Why You Should Teach English in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a great place to teach, especially if it's your first time living abroad. Known as the "fragrant harbor," Hong Kong has been attracting tourists and professionals for decades. This innovative city is often considered to be "Asia's World City" and is a major cultural hub in the region.
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Prime Location
Academic Focus
Attractive Salary
Diverse Culture
Easy to Adapt
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How Developmental Psycholinguistic Research Facilitate Learning of The English Language Phonology For Foreign Students - TEFL Blog
Wed, 10 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
How Developmental Psycholinguistic Research Facilitate Learning of The English Language Phonology For Foreign Students
Language is a uniquely human cognitive skill. Undeniably animals communicate in a variety of ways: bee dance for honeybees, bird song for aviary species, pheromones for ants, etc. However human language remains unique in its complexity and variety. Human language has the unique characteristic of being able to describe abstract concepts such as love and belief and temporal displacements such as past events or future plans. Even our closest evolutionary relatives are not able to acquire such complex language structures. Scientists have attempted to teach different ape species human language, and despite years of... [Read more]
Tips for Getting Involved in the EFL Community Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 08 Jun 2020 Amanda Stern
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Tips for Getting Involved in the EFL Community Abroad
Are you planning on teaching abroad, but worrying about how you can get involved in the community and leave a memorable impression on the locals? Language barriers may make this seem like a harrowing task, but fear not, the following is a list of a few jumping-off points for those planning to take the plunge into their new community.
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International Events
Sports Teams
Culture Classes
Holiday Festivals
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6 Reasons Why Teaching in Egypt is Awesome - TEFL Blog
Wed, 07 Aug 2019 Mahmoud Maihoob
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6 Reasons Why Teaching in Egypt is Awesome
The first question that pops up to the minds of many experienced and aspiring English teachers who want to teach abroad is: where in the world should I teach? Asia? Africa? The Middle East? Well, my answer to this question is and will always be Egypt.
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1. The demand has never been higher.
2. The cost of living is low.
3. Egypt has a cosmopolitan cuisine.
4. Egypt has great cities to live in.
5. Egyptians are amicable and welcoming.
6. The culture is boisterous and the scenery picturesque.
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