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Mon, 07 Jun 2021 Regan McAllister TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Keep English Fun By Diversifying Your Lessons Learning another language can and should be fun. A primary focus as a teacher should be to create an engaging learning environment for students. One of the simplest ways to do this is by diversifying your lessons. Having a variety of teaching styles and activities is a productive way to ensure that you teach a combination of skills and touch on the interests of all students. Table of Contents Why Diversify? Ways to Diversify Your Lessons Don't Forget About Culture! Make English Classes Fun! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Why Diversify? Monotony breeds boredom. Having different activities and...  [Read more]

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]

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Fun Side of Group Teaching Can you imagine being in a foreign country and you don't speak the language? You are a new student, who is shy, nervous. You haven't made any friends yet and you don't have confidence in your speaking skills. A classroom could be a terrifying place to be which is why the role of the teacher is so important. Since most non-English speaking students are typically shy in English class, teaching English through various types of methods such as "groups" can be beneficial to the students. Table of Contents Learning Based on Real-life Communicaton Grouping Techniques Choice of Activities Do you want to teach English all over the world? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Archives for January 2023 The Best Countries For Teaching ESL in Europe Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Explore the best countries in Europe for teaching ESL: from job opportunities to cultural immersion experiences, find your perfect destination to teach and travel. The Importance of Speaking English in Today's World Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Speaking skills are crucial for language learners. Learn the benefits of fluent speaking in a second language & strategies to improve your English speaking skills in this informative blog post. Top 5 ESL Teacher Strategies for Your Online Classes Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, we will look at five strategies you can use t boost your...  [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]

Older Posts Our Complete Guide to Teaching English Online Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas There are a number of different ways in which you can work online. In this blog we describe the ways you can do this and briefly describe some of the positives and negatives for each system. How to Stand Out on Online Teaching Platforms Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we discuss the types of platfrom available to online English teachers. We then look at ways to add your profile to these platforms in order to attract the maximum number of students to you. 3 Creative Zoom Lesson Plans for Children Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In the wake of the pandemic, distance learning has...  [Read more]

TEFL Lemon TEFL Lemon began in 2014 as an ESL blog on the WeChat platform in China, quickly becoming the biggest ESL blog on WeChat. TEFL Lemon provided English teachers with ELT articles to read and share, as well as free ESL lesson ideas, ESL games and fun speaking activities which TEFL teachers could use in their classes. English teachers in China could also download free ESL flashcards on a variety of themes. Following their success on the WeChat platform, in 2018, TEFL Lemon decided to build their own website to offer their ESL Flashcard Games for Kids, ESL Warmers, ESL games and speaking activities for teens and adults for free to TEFL teachers around the world. You can visit their website here. Not only do TEFL Lemon offer teachers brilliant ESL games and teaching ideas, but they...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories English for Young Learners in Turkey: ✅ Problems and Solutions Anastasiya Akpinar TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Turkey is an exciting destination to work as an English language teacher. ✅ If your dream is to live and work abroad in Turkey, these tips will help you understand your local students that much better! Teaching Online: ✅ Tips For Giving Video Homework Anastasiya Akpinar Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Try video homework in your online lessons to make them more fun and exciting! 5 Steps to Work on Your ESL Teaching Career Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their personal experience of ESL teaching career development. ✅ You will...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home. Read my articles 7 Amazing Back-to-School Ideas for Your ESL Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Schools are starting again and students and teachers flock back to the classroom. Check out these simple and powerful back-to-school ideas and your students will surely remember this first lesson of yours for a long time! 7 Go-To Activities For Your ESL Conversation Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas As an ESL teacher, getting your students talking can be one of the most difficult things to accomplish. English learners often lack the necessary...  [Read more]

English Teacher - Armenia Date posted:2024-03-26 | Writer: Academy of Creative Explores | Email: [email protected] ACE (Academy of Creative Explores) is looking to employ an English teacher with an outstanding track record of teaching English lessons to different age groups. English teacher will be responsible for the teaching of reading, writing, and speaking skills. He/she must possess a pleasant disposition that will enhance the learning process. Ultimately, an outstanding English teacher should engage students in meaningful and fun activities, creating an environment conducive to learning. Responsibilities: •⁠ ⁠Teach basic English skills including reading, writing, and speaking; •⁠ ⁠Compose lesson plans in order to successfully incorporate the full duration of each...  [Read more]

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Problems for Learners in France and How to Overcome Them Being an American living in France has given me firsthand experience as to what it is like to struggle with learning a new language. I studied Spanish for six years, in Junior High and High school. Language acquisition was easier then. I can attest to the fact that younger learners learn more quickly. For me, the two major problems with learning French are the tenses and not being able to understand what people are saying. I get stuck in the present tense, often forgetting to change tenses in conversation. I also need to hone up on my listening skills. Table of Contents What problems do native French speakers have with the English language? The other big problem that people...  [Read more]

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Outdoor Activities Can Help When Teaching English While it is true that many students crave consistency in the classroom, it can also be argued that students of all ages and levels tend to lose motivation and interest if lessons become too predictable or repetitive. For this reason, many teachers choose to incorporate outdoor activities into their lessons. In addition to maintaining interest, some possible benefits to taking your students outside the classroom (especially in an English-speaking country) include opportunities to interact with locals, experience culture, and practice in "real life" scenarios, all of which can help build students' confidence. Even if students are learning English in their home countries, there are...  [Read more]

Older Posts TEFL Ice Breakers: What You Need to Know Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Ice breakers as the name implies are activities (often games) used to introduce the teacher to the students, to each other and vice-verca. These activities allow the group to get to know each other in a friendly, fun atmosphere as we will describe. Ice breakers can be used for all levels of ESL student. TEFL for Beginners: Top Tips to Know Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog we discuss some of the fundamentals of the industry, include general terminology, application for teaching posts and typical qualification requirements. As the points are general in nature, some information may not apply to specific situations and you should always do your own...  [Read more]

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Family and Its Importance in a Student’s Development As the learning of a child starts at home parents are their first teachers and they have a key duty in shaping up their character and Learning of anything including English. A child's education at home and school makes a child's actual learning. Being a helping hand in their learning journey and traveling with them with true inspiration. Parental encouragement had played a crucial role in successful students. Their role is not limited to home but involvement in school activities too. Table of Contents Becoming a role model for the kids as they would be easily inspired by what their parents do. Parents can read together with the child. Overseeing the child's activity Devising fun...  [Read more]

Hoàng Minh Huy HUY MINH HOANG is a 38-year-old English teacher from Vietnam who is passionate about sharing his knowledge of the language with children to help them become more confident learners. He has a variety of hobbies, but reading is his favorite as it improves his vocabulary and concentration, and opens up knowledge about the world, history, and literature. HUY MINH HOANG believes that reading is one of the most interesting indoor activities and he is dedicated to serving his students and their parents to the best of his ability. Read my articles Tips on How to Speak English More Fluently | ITTT | TEFL Blog Hoàng Minh Huy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Dive into the transformative realm of English learning with technology. Uncover how AI revolutionizes fluency through...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Methods of Developing Speaking Skills in Kindergarten Level Children Kindergarten students are those who are typically around the age of five. From birth till five, they would have developed their sensory and speaking abilities in their mother tongue with decent fluency. Children at this age have a strong potential to gain a lot of information. They would know about 1000-2000 words by this time. At this age, they are formally introduced to reading and writing skills, group work, independent thinking, and sharing practice. Teaching children at this age can be quite challenging and fun. Vocabulary is one of the strongest predictors when it comes to speaking capacity. So, by carefully incorporating study into play we can enrich...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Pros and Cons of Teaching Students of Different Age Groups: Adults vs. Youngsters What are the pros and cons of teaching a language to adults and young learners? First of all, let us talk about learner groups. Adults are people 18 years of age and more and young learners are split into three groups: over 13, from 8 to 12, and under 7. Table of Contents When do language abilities start to form? However, on the other hand, teaching a language to adults is easier Advantages and disadvantages Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Phuong V. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. When do...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Factors to Consider While Designing the Activate Phase Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The following features that are briefly discussed in this article can directly affect the quality of the lesson and facilitate generating a more desired outcome. Teaching Preschool ESL: Songs Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Songs and music are such an important part of an ESL preschool curriculum. Not only are they fun, but they are also very powerful tools to help young students learn English in a fun and entertaining way. Top Tips for your ESA Activate Phase Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The activation phase is naturally divided into some steps to facilitate the activation...  [Read more]

Teach English in Poland as a Language Assistant Date posted:2019-07-15 | Writer: English Wizards | Email: [email protected] Become a Language Assistant in Krakow, Poland, and use your TEFL skills to experience European culture first-hand while getting hands-on teaching experience in a fun and relaxed environment. This is an ideal opportunity for a newly qualified EFL teacher. As a Language Assistant you will work 10-20 hours per week in public schools, private schools, day cares, preschools, and summer camps as an ambassador of the English language and your home culture. As a Language Assistant, you'll have all the fun of teaching and none of the pain! Classes are generally casual and based around games, activities, or conversation, and are meant to be fun for the teacher as well...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 10 Requirements Every ESL Teachers Needs To Have Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the requirements to ESL teachers. 7 Great Games for Your ESL Conversation Class Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Teaching speaking skills is an important part of an ESL class. Sometimes, entire conversation classes are established that focus solely on speaking. Here are 7 great games for your ESL conversation class. What Outdoor Activities Can Help When Teaching English Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on outdoor activities. 7 Ways to Teach Reading Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English as a Foreign Language in Kindergarten Learning English as a foreign language in preschools have become an increasing trend in many different countries across the world. Parents are willing to invest money for the kids to start learning English at a tender age as their ability to grasp the language will be easier. Table of Contents Is it necessary for children? Fun activities Teaching vocabulary Consider short attention spans Are you ready to teach EFL to kindergarten level? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Diana N. Is it necessary for children? There are various ways of transferring knowledge based on fun EFL activities. Various techniques and numerous tools are...  [Read more]

Use Your TEFL Skills to Stay for Free at Beautiful Hotels in Europe Date posted:2019-05-24 | Writer: Angloville | Email: [email protected] Volunteer abroad as an English-Speaking Mentor and use your TEFL skills to discover 7+ European countries for free, having your board and lodging in beautiful hotels covered.  Join more than 8,000 people from all over the world for an Angloville experience this year. Featured in: Lonely Planet, Forbes, Fashion Magazine, Travel Magazine, Glasgow Guardian DETAILS OF POSITION: As an English speaker, you will stay in one of our beautiful venues in Malta, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Ireland or England for 1 to 8 weeks and use your TEFL skills to help European language students improve their English through a series of...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 May 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Why Classroom Games are Essential for Building Confidence in English Language Students In my years of teaching English to students aged 4 to 14, I have found that nothing brings a child more confidence than being able to do something they previously thought impossible or too challenging. Speaking in front of an entire class, having to memorize speeches or dialogues, and being put on the spot in general can all pose a huge challenge for students and can often end in hurt pride and a lowering of confidence. I have seen students hang their heads in shame as they return to their seats after giving an almost perfect speech, hyper fixating on one single mistake that elicited a laugh or two from their audience. While serious...  [Read more]

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why is it Important for ESL Teachers to Focus on Building Confidence in Beginner Students? Learning a new language is an inherently challenging task. One important way for ESL teachers to help beginner students learn English is to focus not only on teaching language concepts but on building their confidence to experiment with the language and persist with their learning. This essay will firstly examine why building confidence is important in ESL teaching, and different strategies teachers can employ to do this, including how they interact with students and the content they choose for classes. Table of Contents Why might beginner students suffer from low confidence, and how can this interfere with their learning? Student-Teacher...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Is Teaching One-to-One the Most Effective Way? Why one-on-one teaching English becomes a trend? Because it is the best way to learn the language! There are many reasons why: it is convenient to both teacher and student in terms of time and location; student progress and development is not in rush - its juts in a perfect pace; the lessons are calibrated base on student's needs; the teacher is solely focused on one student, and the teacher can be freely creative with the tasks and activities that the student will enjoy. Table of Contents Convenience Progress and Results Lesson Structure Student-Centered Approach More Freedom for Teachers Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was...  [Read more]

Thu, 08 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching Skills to Create The Best Classroom Atmosphere Teaching skills in the classroom can be a very challenging experience, but it is essential (at least for any English teacher) to learn how to do it properly and effectively. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Study Guide Additional Activities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lucas B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Listen to this blog post: Study Guide As it was shown in the Units 7 and 8 of this '60-hour' ITTT course, there are 4 (four) basic skills in the English language (and in any other language...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Importance of Home Tutoring in Vietnam Tho Nguyen Destinations Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the advantages of 1-on-1 home tutoring over conventional methods in Vietnam. Learn how personalized attention can improve self-esteem, address learning disabilities, and shorten the learning curve for students. Read this blog post to find out how small changes can make a big difference in a student's education. The Importance of Speaking English in Today's World Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Speaking skills are crucial for language learners. Learn the benefits of fluent speaking in a second language & strategies to improve your English speaking skills in this informative blog post. Top 5 ESL Teacher...  [Read more]

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching Speaking in an ESL Kindergarten In teaching kindergarten level students, I find that three important aspects must be included in every lesson. Each lesson must contain parts that allow the students to "warm-up" their English skills, they must also have a chance to drill the vocabulary and target language, and lastly, the classes must have activities that give the students a chance to practice using their vocabulary and target language in a relatable activity. Table of Contents Beginning of the class Methodology Active stage Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rebecca S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Several Ways to Implement Popular Songs in the Young ESL Classroom Songs are very popular in classes for young learners. Children need frequent changes in activities to stimulate their curiosity. Songs are fun and offer a nice way to warm up students and spend out their high-level energy. But songs are likewise an effective way to teach new vocabularies and sentences, improve speaking fluency and develop students' artistic abilities. Often teachers make use of videos downloaded at YouTube or another online platform, but they can also reproduce songs in a micro-system or even sing or play the song with a guitar or another instrument. Table of Contents Planning according to goals and objectives Approach to teaching Pre-teaching...  [Read more]

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Unusual Ways to Build Strong English Vocabulary Vocabulary lessons are quite easy to teach and students love them because of the many exciting games teachers usually implement. In this article, we want to share several unusual ideas for building strong English vocabulary that will definitely help you in your classroom. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. PlayDough Wordbuilding 2. Greek and Latin Word Roots 3. Interactive Word Wall 4. Labelling Real Objects 5. Find a Native-Speaking Pen Pals 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: 1. PlayDough Wordbuilding You can approach any age...  [Read more]