Games For Students And Teachers

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A student coming into a classroom every day looking at the board and listening to a teacher talk for hours can become mind-numbing. This can increase the chances of a student daydreaming or potentially even falling asleep. One way of preventing a student from becoming disengaged or having his or her learning hindered is by incorporating games into the classroom.Table of Contents Relevance What skills are trained? ESA methodology Teacher talking time Become a teacher abroad with a TEFL course from ITTT! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Robyn W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Games can be played with any age group which makes them very flexible, and...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas ESL games are games that can be used in the classroom to practice certain language points and encourage active and creative communication between your students.Table of Contents Common misconceptions about games in the classroom How to use games in the classroom Good resources for games to use in the EFL classroom Listen to this blog post Get creative and have fun while teaching English abroad! Related Articles: There are many different games created specifically for use in the English language classroom that can be found online or in any number of resource books. But we are not limited only to those games designed for the class; the majority of games that we played as children or still play as adults can be adapted and used in lessons. Whether games are...  [Read more]

 Table of Contents The Power of Gamification in Education Benefits of Using Games in the Classroom Incorporating Technology for Interactive Learning Building Language Skills Through Educational Games Creating a Positive Classroom Environment with Games Enhancing Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills Fostering Collaboration and Communication Through Games Tailoring Games to Different Learning Styles Overcoming Challenges in Implementing Game-Based Learning Resources for Finding Educational Games Incorporating games into the classroom can significantly enhance the learning experience for students. By leveraging elements of gamification, teachers can make lessons more engaging and interactive, leading to better retention of information. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training)...  [Read more]

  Most TEFL certified teachers abroad will come across adult students sooner or later in their career. While you might have already prepared a folder full of fun TEFL games that work like a charm for young learners, not all of them will be useful for adult students. That does not mean, however, that adults don’t enjoy games in the classroom! Here are our 5 favorite TEFL games for adult students. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishAbroad 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...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas I have been teaching English to young learners in China for almost a year and I tried to make my lessons with and without flashcards. And I can say for sure, that it's really hard to teach children (3-12 years old) if you don't have prepared flashcards for your classes, but only an interactive whiteboard and some stuff to play games.Table of Contents There are some following advantages of using flashcards to teach children: The games I use in my classroom are as follows: 1. Flashcard raise 2. Basketball with flashcards 3. What's missing 4. Hit the FC 5. Find flashcards Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kelly P. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Defining games for kids can open up a broad prospect but in this topic, we are going to specifically talk about the various games that kids can not only enjoy but can incorporate in their learning curriculum.Table of Contents 1. Monopoly 2. Pictionary 3. Taboo 4. Tongue twisters 5. Bingo 6. Charades 7. Hangman Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Playing games in the classroom helps kids to feel more relaxed and friendly with the teachers. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sonal L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Learning becomes more of a fun activity for them rather than the same boring schedule which makes them lethargic and least...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences 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 gamifying learning in the ESL classroom is making the games that I use...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas When we start to learn new things as children, we tend to do that with the help of games. That is why in many classrooms of young learners, we find games to be a highly popular medium amongst educators. It is a way of absorbing and processing a piece of information in a fun and educational way. But when we grow up, we somehow forget the necessity of games in the classroom.Table of Contents Ice Breaker Ways to Include Games into Your Lesson What Games to Choose? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Anna B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. When it comes to learning a second language, children immerse...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Games play an essential role in students' language acquisition regardless of other numerous sources they can be exposed to. Other sources include pictures, stories, poems, flashcards, videos and so on and so forth. Flashcards, for example, serve the purpose of a visual stimulus and aim to help visual learners in particular. The visual learning style often refers to a way of learning in which a person acquires language when information is associated with images. What about other learning styles? This essay aims to emphasize the importance of games in the classroom context and how beneficial they are for language acquisition.Table of Contents The Importance of Games Example Game: Pictionary Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today!...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Most TEFL certified teachers abroad will come across adult students sooner or later in their career. While you might have already prepared a folder full of fun TEFL games that work like a charm for young learners, not all of them will be useful for adult students. That does not mean, however, that adults don't enjoy games in the classroom! Here are our 5 favorite TEFL games for adult students.Table of Contents Two Truths and a Lie Jeopardy Movie Trivia How-To Game The Great Debate Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles This activity is a great way to get adult classes going and it's so easy to play! Have your students think of three statements, two have to be true and one of them has to be a lie. Next, the students...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Playing games is not only for fun, but we can use it to make students more understand about the topic of the lesson. Games also can build rapport between student-student and teacher-class. How a game is important to make students understand the topic of the lesson?Table of Contents Approach 1: Using games as an additional activity in the classroom is common for English class Approach 2: Using games for easing the material Approach 3: Accompanying the material for special groups 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! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Umi H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Using Games in Teaching English 2. Types of Games for Teaching English 3. Strategies for Incorporating Games in English Lessons 4. Benefits of Using Games in Teaching English Incorporating games into English language teaching is a highly effective strategy that can enhance students' learning experience in various ways. Games make the learning process more engaging, interactive, and enjoyable for students of all ages and proficiency levels. They create a dynamic and motivating learning environment that encourages participation and active communication among students. Additionally, games help to reinforce language skills, vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation in a fun and memorable way. By making learning enjoyable, games can boost students' confidence and willingness to...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 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 practice and formal testing are all part of learning, having the confidence to face these challenges is...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences When I first made the transition from primary school to university, I knew that my lesson plans were clearly going to have to change. As I began to come up with ideas for my new job, I was disappointed that most of the content I previously used had no place in the university. Games, such as Hangman and Pictionary, worked excellently in capturing the interests of my young students, but I didn't think these childish games had any place in a university classroom. I found out weeks later how wrong I was when I used Pictionary at the beginning of one of my courses to 'preview' the vocabulary we would be covering in class that day. I discovered that day that games can support a lesson if the educator effectively incorporates it into his/her lesson...  [Read more]

1. The Importance of Language Games in TEFL Courses 2. Incorporating Language Games into TEFL Lessons 3. Types of Language Games for TEFL Courses 4. Benefits of Using Language Games in TEFL Teaching Language games are an essential component of TEFL courses as they provide an interactive and engaging way for students to practice and improve their language skills. Games help create a fun and relaxed atmosphere in the classroom, which can boost students' confidence and motivation to learn. Moreover, language games can cater to different learning styles and preferences, making the learning process more effective and enjoyable for students. Incorporating language games into TEFL lessons requires careful planning and consideration of the learning objectives. Teachers need to select games that...  [Read more]

  What are ESL games? ESL games are games that can be used in the classroom to practice certain language points and encourage active and creative communication between your students. There are many different games created specifically for use in the English language classroom that can be found online or in any number of resource books. But we are not limited only to those games designed for the class. The majority of games that we played as children or still play as adults can be adapted and used in lessons. Whether games are co-operative or competitive, they provide students with a goal and in the English classroom this goal can only be reached by using the English they have learnt. Common Misconceptions about games in the classroom. "Games are fun but are not suitable for the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas I am a non-native English teacher, currently living and working in China. Honestly, I was hired by my first school, when I had no experience of teaching English. In my first training center, the absolute majority of students were preschoolers or students of a primary school and I also had a part-time job in the kindergarten. At first, it was hard for me to understand what attracts kids to learn English at such an early age and what motivates them to come to our center twice a week and what keeps them interested.Table of Contents Teacher's Personality and Choice of Activities Appropriacy ESA Methodology Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Oleg P. Please note...  [Read more]

Language games are essential in TEFL as they provide a fun and interactive way for students to practice and reinforce their language skills. These games help create a lively classroom environment, increase student engagement, and make learning more enjoyable. By incorporating games into lessons, teachers can cater to different learning styles and abilities, making the learning process more effective and memorable for students. Additionally, language games can help improve students' communication, collaboration, and critical thinking skills, making them an invaluable tool in the TEFL classroom. When creating language games for your TEFL students, it's essential to keep certain factors in mind to ensure they are engaging and effective. Firstly, consider the language level and interests of...  [Read more]

Incorporating games and activities into your TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) classes is a powerful tool for engaging students and enhancing their learning experience. Games and activities make the learning process fun and interactive, motivating students to participate actively in the lesson. They help create a positive and dynamic classroom environment where students feel comfortable and eager to learn. Additionally, games and activities provide opportunities for students to practice their language skills in a meaningful context, improving their fluency and confidence in using English. There is a wide range of games and activities that you can use in your TEFL classes to cater to different learning styles and language proficiency levels. Vocabulary games such as word...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas "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 opinions of ITTT. As a teacher, I believe that games bring you a...  [Read more]

hi guys hey linda here from itt with another live session this week i'm so happy to be here again hope to see many of you guys today thanks so much for joining if you're listening to this as a podcast episode thank you so much for the download we recently just hit 3500 podcast downloads which is super exciting thank you so much for your support and um yeah today's topic i'm really excited about because it's something a little bit different than what i'm usually talking about and today i'm going to share with you the the best icebreaker games that every efl teacher should know so yeah i'm gonna be showing you guys what fun games you can play in your classes i know that some of you are already teaching and you probably know some of these games or you know versions of these games so feel...  [Read more]

  In this live session, TEFL expert Linda shares the best ice breaker games every EFL teacher should know. They can be applied to any level and any type of lesson. #TEFL #BestTEFL #TESOL 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!  [Read more]

In the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), incorporating games and activities is a popular and effective method to engage students and enhance their language learning experience. Games and activities can range from simple word puzzles to more complex role-playing scenarios, all designed to make the learning process more interactive and enjoyable for students. By integrating these fun elements into lessons, teachers can create a dynamic and stimulating environment that motivates students to actively participate and practice their language skills. There are numerous benefits to using games and activities in TEFL teaching. Firstly, games make learning enjoyable and can help alleviate the stress and pressure often associated with language learning. They provide a break from...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Diane Ackerman coined the phrase "play is our brain's favorite way of learning" and we have discovered tough various studies and examples of how play in and out of the classroom improves learning skills and encourages involvement.Table of Contents Motivation Level Learning Experience Types of Games Games for Different Age Groups and Levels Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rebeccah G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Within the classroom teachers have discovered that using games can increase motivation and can benefit students in a variety of ways. It is often found that students will pay more...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences All humans are raised with an innate love for games. Since we were all children, playing games was our pastime activity. When comes to teaching either young learners or adults, in-class games are the foundation stone of learning.Table of Contents Business English The Effect of Games Strategy Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Pavlina M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teaching Business English (BE) to clients/adults must be a fun procedure. There are many reasons why a teacher must use games when teaching English in class regardless of students' age or occupation. To begin with, students can...  [Read more]

Home / Location / Surabaya / Gallery Surabaya / Gallery Students and teacher Our trainees learn how to create fun and interactive lessons where the students are the focus of the class. During the training course in Surabaya, Indonesia, all trainees have the chance to teach local students to gain valuable practical teaching experience.   [Read more]

Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Hello everybody and welcome to the ITTT weekly live stream. It's Liza here and I'm super excited that this stream happens every week and we can talk about teaching and TEFL and stuff like that. So welcome and thank you for joining me.Table of Contents Watch the live session here Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Today, we are going to talk about online ESL game design. Last week I started showing you the game I was designing, it was Monopoly. Today I'm going to show you the outcome of the game and also tell you a little bit more about online game design. Thanks a lot for letting me know that you are watching and right now please let me know at what stage of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Regardless of the level, age or culture of students, a desire to learn is essential. Even the most intelligent, pleasant and well-prepared teacher will have a hard time teaching an unmotivated class. Teachers must engage students to create motivation when it is needed. In this essay, I will examine the need for, methods of achieving, and the deep importance of student motivation.Table of Contents Where Can You Implement Motivation Strategies? We can motivate students and pique their interest in many ways. Another great tool for motivation is the use of "Authentic Materials". Perhaps the best tool for motivating students, however, is the behavior and demeanor of the teacher themselves! Students who are meeting their goals can see their progress in each of...  [Read more]

1. Introduction to ESL Teaching Games for Kids 2. Benefits of Using Games in ESL Classes 3. Types of ESL Teaching Games for Kids 4. Tips for Implementing ESL Games Effectively Incorporating games into ESL (English as a Second Language) classes for kids can make learning fun and engaging. Games provide an interactive way for children to practice and enhance their language skills in a stress-free environment. Whether you are a new teacher looking for fresh ideas or an experienced educator wanting to spice up your lessons, using games can benefit both you and your students. There are numerous advantages to utilizing games in ESL classes for kids. Firstly, games help create a positive and enjoyable learning atmosphere, which can increase student motivation and participation. Additionally,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate KINGSLEY A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.Table of Contents 1. SEND A CARD 2. CLASSROOM BASEBALL 3. CONCENTRATION 4. PENNY PITCH 5. THE HUMAN GAME BOARD Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Spread the flashcards out on the floor, right side up if you are learning a new skill, and upside down if you are reviewing. Seat children in a circle around the cards. The player takes a card and says, "I'd like to send this card to ____." (S)he hands the card to the chosen student. If that student responds correctly he keeps the card on the floor in front of him and chooses a card for another player. If he...  [Read more]