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Teaching Abroad Saving Money Paying Off Loans Here S How - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Join this live session to learn about several strategies that will help you make the most of your teaching abroad experience without money worries. Whether you want to save your earnings to pay off student debt or simply want to top up your funds for future adventures, these tips will help you on your way. #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
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7 Steps to Paying Off Your Student Loans While Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Budget and Salary
Have you just graduated or are about to graduate college and face a massive amount of student loans? You are not on your own. In the United States alone, the national student debt totals over $1.4 trillion this year. This number means that the average graduate in the US owes $17,126 and this number is rising year after year. When you are this much in debt, you can't possibly think about moving abroad - or can you?Table of Contents
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Step 1: Get a TEFL Certificate
Step 2: Find a Teaching Position Abroad
Step 3: Start Your Adventure and Make a Budget Plan
Step 4: Stick to Your Budget... But Also Have Fun!
Step 5: Send Money Back Home
Step 6: Collect Bonuses and Severance
Step 7: Say Goodbye to Student Debt
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Teaching Abroad: Saving Money & Paying Off Loans Here's How! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Join this live session to learn about several strategies that will help you make the most of your teaching abroad experience without money worries. Whether you want to save your earnings to pay off student debt or simply want to top up your funds for future adventures, these tips will help you on your way. #TEFL #BestTEFL #TESOL Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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Teaching Abroad: Saving Money & Paying off Loans - Here's how! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hi guys hello welcome to another live session my name is linda from itt and today we're going to talk about a very very exciting topic i'm sure a lot of you are going to find it useful it's all going to be about how to save money and also pay off loans and debt when teaching english abroad um yeah so thank you so much for joining if you can see me if you can hear me as always please just leave a hi in the comment section i'd really appreciate it so that i know that you can see me and hear me because you know sometimes there are technical difficulties um and i might be aware of it so just kindly let me know in the comment section um and yeah thank you so much for being here again today uh last week's live session was at a different time you might have noticed we're kind of experiment... [Read more]
What Makes You a Good Teacher? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The role of a teacher is to help students acquire knowledge so that eventually, they can be competent in understanding and communicating in English. A good teacher is a successful teacher. The success or failure of a teacher lies not only on his/her teaching styles, but more importantly, the learning of the students. To a certain extent, the personality of the teacher may affect the learning of his/her students, but what is more indispensable is the relationship between the teacher and the students. A non-threatening relationship with the students can help to build the students' interests in learning, and create an atmosphere that is conducive and light-hearted for learning. A good teacher is also a responsible teacher who takes time in planning and... [Read more]
What is the Role of a Good Teacher? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
As stated in Unit 1, a good teacher "cares about his/her teaching, but cares even more about the learning of the students". This statement emphasizes the fact that an effective teacher should not only maintain a good and positive attitude towards their teaching but should maintain a good relationship with the students while creating the most engaging and friendly environment as possible so that the students can acquire the skills they need to be successful.Table of Contents
Patience
Student-Teacher Relationships
Within the Lesson
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What Makes a Good Motivator? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Learners, whether children or adults, tend to lack attention in the classroom at some point. Certainly, this problem varies from one type of age-range to the other. Indeed, this issue may be due to different reasons: mature students may be tired from work, whereas youngsters may struggle to keep up with the content.Table of Contents
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Classroom Motivation
Teacher's Personality
Punctual Teacher
Choice of Activities
Methodology
Group Work
Implementing Different Strategies
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Team-teaching: The Good and The Ugly - TEFL Blog
Amanda Stern
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
A preferred method of teaching abroad is the team-teaching approach. This is where two teachers, dubbed T1 (often the "main" teacher") and T2 (often the "assistant"), work together to develop a syllabus, prepare materials and lessons, teach students, then evaluate the results and make changes whenever deemed necessary. As the base, unless T2 has strong language skills in the local language, T1 will be expected to explain core grammar. Both are responsible for their own contributions to the class in order to create a cohesive classroom for effective English learning.Table of Contents
The Good
Shorter Preparation Times
More Collaboration with Ideas
Utilizing Each Other's Strengths
The Ugly
Butting Heads
Dominating Teachers
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What to Expect from a Good Teacher? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teachers play an important role in every student's life whom he or she encounters. Teachers are like guiding counselors to help students become successful in their preferred career and business goals.Table of Contents
A Good Teacher's Qualites
Teacher's Efforts
Positive View
Balanced Approach
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Importantly, a good teacher shapes students to become good humanitarians in their local community, resident, society, neighborhood, and act like a model citizen for their country. Students are the future for a brighter nation, so... [Read more]
The Good and Bad of Course Materials - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
There are many interactive tools that can be used during teaching to enhance a lesson and keep students engaged. There are also a few tools that are a teacher's lifeline during a lesson. Course materials that range from props and pictures of vocabulary words to simple worksheets and lesson plans are integral to teaching a good lesson. They can provide basic aid to a teacher or help keep the students' attention. But, when overused or used during the wrong times, course materials can become problematic and disadvantageous. Different things that a teacher brings to a lesson can make or break an ESL lesson.Table of Contents
Important Course Materials
The Use of Props
The Downside of Using Course Materials
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The Benefits of Open-Note Tests - TEFL Blog
Mudita Yajnik
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
What's the best way to find out what your students know? Or, how much they've been paying attention, or what you need to revisit?Table of Contents
Every teacher reading this already knows the answer to those questions.
The cycle of traditional testing is predictable
Open-note tests can help students feel more comfortable with testing,
Benefits of Open-note Tests
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Tests. Tests can be a great way to find out if the class is ready to move forward or if they need to revisit some ideas. They can be a great tool for finding out what your students need and how much they've been paying attention to. However,... [Read more]
The Benefits of Having Good Rapport with Students - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
It is important to establish rapport with students within a classroom for a variety of reasons, it builds trust between students and teacher, insights confidence in students and allows for a fun learning environment. All aspects of teaching require a teacher to have some sort of rapport with students. Students will retain more information and do better in classes when the teacher is engaged and shows love for their job as well as an interest in their students. Most students will not learn well from a teacher who comes to class, does not greet the students let alone knows their names and just reads through the lesson without showing any interest whatsoever. It is far more beneficial for a teacher to have a good rapport with his/her students as it will make... [Read more]
What are Good Storytelling Activities for the Classroom? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Stories are sometimes excellent resources in the ESL classroom. They can get the students talking and thinking in English about favorite fairytales or other stories they know or create themselves. With this, they can be creative while developing their own stories in class. This can lead to excitement and motivation. There is an endless supply of stories suitable for all ages and levels that could be used to develop English Language skills. And, hopefully, no shortage of imagination in the students to create unique stories.Table of Contents
Resources
Useful Activities
Other Materials
Teachers' Creativity
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How to Be a Good Organizer and Manager in Your Classroom - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Classroom management plays a vital role in developing an educational environment that further invites and encourages good behavior and learning. It is a skill that teachers must-have for not only organizing and managing the class but also to have a friendly, relaxed manner and the most important to maintain discipline. In my point of view, there are some key elements that teachers must consider to avoid disruptive behavior in the class and to engage students in meaningful learning.Table of Contents
Lesson Preparation
Body Language
Grouping
Classroom Setting
Working With Challenging Behavior
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Parts Of a Good Lesson Plan - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Planning a lesson is of key importance to a teacher because it prepares him/her to manage learner behavior and create the perfect learning environment for its students. During the lesson planning phase, a teacher decides upon the goals, activities, resources, timing, grouping and other aspects of a lesson (Richards & Renandya, 2002).Table of Contents
What is a Lesson Plan For?
Stages
Lesson Planning Approaches
Parts of an Effective Lesson Plan
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The lesson plan may not be a very detailed and descriptive one but its... [Read more]
Games in the Classroom: Good or Bad? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Are games in a classroom a good idea? There seem to be two trains of thought regarding this. Games in the classroom can be seen as being a good thing and also seen as a time-waster and something that shouldn't be used at school once a student is out of the early years of elementary school.Table of Contents
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Personal Experience
Nature of Game Play
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At the school, I currently work at, and with some of the schools previously, there are several native to Japan teachers who will get angry when... [Read more]
3 Ways How to Be a Good Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Without knowing it nor intending it to be, my path has been strongly directed and focused on education and it was since Elementary School that I felt that something was wrong with me in the nowadays education system. After struggling a lot with learning as I was supposed to and believing that I was not smart enough, I finally took a subject at college that changed my thinking. This subject was called Educational Psychology and it was based on the actual necessity of creating a revolution or a change in education.Table of Contents
1. Real-life simulation:
2. Emotional Hitch:
3. Teacher-student relationship:
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Qualities of a Good ESL Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Becoming a teacher of any nature requires a good amount of skills, but becoming an English as a foreign or second language teacher requires a special batch of skills. All types of teachers should have the same general qualities; communication skills, patience, good listening skills, the ability to connect and build relationships with students, hard work ethic, preparation, and organization, and be friendly, personable, and approachable. Being a teacher means interacting with people for most of, or part of the day, and understandably sharing your knowledge, with the students.Table of Contents
Classroom Style
Understanding Students' Challenges
My View on Teaching Qualities
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What is a hagwon and are they a good place to work? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
A hagwon is a specialized educational institution in South Korea, distinct from the standard public school system. It operates primarily as a private academy, catering to students who seek supplementary education, especially in subjects like English. While the public school system offers foundational education, hagwons focus on enhancing and refining a student's knowledge.
Approximately 95% of South Korean students enroll in a hagwon at some point in their educational journey, indicating their significant role in the Korean academic landscape. Given their prominence, hagwons present a vast majority of employment opportunities for EFL teachers in South Korea. However, potential educators should thoroughly research individual hagwons and their working conditions to ensure they align with... [Read more]
Does TEFL look good on a resume? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
A TEFL certification and experience teaching English abroad significantly elevate a resume. Not only does it demonstrate valuable skills such as adaptability, cross-cultural communication, and global perspective, but it also sets you apart in a competitive job market. Living and working overseas underscores resilience, initiative, and an embrace of diverse environments. In today's crowded job landscape, where qualifications are abundant, an overseas teaching stint can be a distinguishing factor, potentially tipping the scales in your favor during the recruitment process. The unique advantages of a TEFL experience on your CV/resume are manifold.Table of Contents
International Work Experience
Communication Skills
Versatility
Leadership and Public Speaking
Creativity and Problem Solving
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Is TEFL a good career choice? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
While some view teaching English abroad as a temporary venture or a way to explore before 'settling down', the reality is that TEFL can be a rewarding and sustainable career. Many individuals not only venture into this field for the thrill of travel and culture but also to carve out lucrative, long-term careers. Contrary to some perceptions, TEFL is more than just a 'gap year' adventure; for many, it is a lifelong profession.Table of Contents
Can I really make a long-term career out of TEFL?
What qualifications do I need to make a career out of TEFL?
What other TEFL related jobs are available in the long term?
What are the benefits of a long-term career in TEFL?
What skills will I need to make a career out of TEFL?
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10 Important Roles of a Good Teacher - TEFL Blog
Jon ITTT
Alumni Experiences
The roles of a quality or good teacher are more than just planning, making lesson plans or teaching. The teacher's roles in today's world are different from what they used to be. Teachers used to plan or were issued a specific curriculum to teach with, that provided them sets of instructions they were supposed to follow. However, that's not the same issue with today's teachers.Table of Contents
The Manager or Controller
The Tutor
The Resource
The Prompter
The Organiser
The Participant
The Assessor
The Role Model
Source of Knowledge
Creating Rapport and Suitable Class Environment
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Why Good Student-Teacher Rapport is Essential in a Classroom - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
In this essay, I would like to discuss the reasons I think good student-teacher rapport is of utmost importance in the classroom and dealing with classroom management. I will not only discuss my experience as a language learner but also use examples from the videos which we analyzed in this course. As I have not yet stepped foot inside an EFL classroom I will not, unfortunately, be able to speak about direct EFL experience that I have.Table of Contents
Behavior Management
Attention and Interest
Lesson Flow
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The 3 Basic Functions of a Good Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teachers play a number of very important roles in the education process. Education forms a significant part of everyone's lives as it can contribute directly towards future possibilities and the roles we can play in society. This essay will discuss three of the most important roles played by teachers. The first is the role is that of a facilitator of learning and education, the second role is that of the role model, and the final is the role of the mentor and motivator.Table of Contents
1. Educator
2. Role Model
3. Mentor
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What Does Good Classroom Management Look Like? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
A good student-teacher relationship inside the classroom is necessary for the instructor to teach efficiently and for the students to learn effectively. Several factors need to be taken into consideration to manage the classroom well.Table of Contents
Body language
Grouping
Black board
Classroom size
TTT
Rapport
Challenged behavior
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First of all, good eye contact should be established within the classroom. This signifies the connection between the teacher and students and it shows sincerity on the part of the teacher.... [Read more]
The Best Strategies for Having Good Classroom Management - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The learning process of a foreign language inside a classroom has been demonstrated as one of the best ways in which different competencies can be practiced at the same time. Abilities such as grammar, reading, listening, and conversation skills are put to the test, all of them supervised by a teacher whom a conversation can be established. This same teacher is the one in charge of creating and maintaining an environment based on trust and positivism, so the student may appropriately develop his aptitudes.Table of Contents
Grouping
Teaching Qualities
Non-Classroom Issues
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How to Build a Good Relationship With Your ESL Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teaching English in a foreign country with students who speak very little of the language is a challenge. It is not a walk in the park as most people would like to think. There are customs and cultures which teachers must be aware of and must respect in order not to offend locals. There are certain things which teachers do in the United States, which cannot be done in other countries, let's say Thailand, for example. It is of utmost importance for teachers to get acquainted with the dos and don'ts of the country where they are going.Table of Contents
Be culturally sensitive
Be interested in your students
Be a professional
Create appropriate activities
Mind your attitude
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What is Peer Learning and Why is it Good for ESL Classes? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Understanding the main purpose of any language usage as a means of exchanging, obtaining information, rendering our emotions, feelings, desires, states, or transmitting ideas inevitably involves this process, other people. In other words, we use language to communicate with other language speakers. So why not use this peculiarity in the process of language studying? Thereby using peer learning techniques in an ESA classroom becomes an essential and inherent part of it.Table of Contents
Where implementing Peer-to-Peer learning?
Benefits
Ideas for outside the classroom activities
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What Distinguishes a Good English Teacher from Others? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Personal qualities are one's identity and the characteristic of an individual. They all define to you who you are and which kind of relationship you have. Therefore, personal abilities are one of the core parts of human life to have effective communication in both daily life and business life. The basic point is that there are a lot of personal attributes such as; patience, sincere, open-minded, reliable, kind, ethical, responsible, enthusiastic, and so forth. Examining the working circumstances and which is the more suitable for defining the workplace because every work has its conditions to study about this occupation. At that point, all around the world, one of the significant systems in education. However, if you have not qualified teachers, this... [Read more]
Establishing Good Rapport Between Teachers and Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
There are many important things to remember as a TEFL teacher if you're going to have a successful class and satisfied students, but perhaps the most important thing that could determine whether or not your class will fail or succeed and that is, of course, establishing a good rapport between you and your students the minute they walk in that door for the first time. It's very important that students feel comfortable, safe, welcomed, appreciated, encouraged, excited, and that they're treated with the utmost respect as their desire to learn will be greatly increased as they become more inclined to stay in your class and learn. There are several ways of achieving this that every TEFL teacher should know how to properly accomplish the goal and avoid... [Read more]
