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A Road Map to Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Tue, 14 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
A Road Map to Language Acquisition
Just as a map is a guide to a territory, grammar is the guide to a language. A language course ought to include such guidance, through which the student perceives direction. The ability to read a map, and, as a result, delineating the goal´s location, facilitates the endeavor to set the student onto the right path. When a learner understands the universal logic of language, he can put his native language into context within every foreign language. This comparison of languages will reveal similarities. To learn that all languages are alike will make the acquisition easier. If the teacher wants the student to understand that languages are closely related he has to present grammar as a common aspect... [Read more]
Empowering ESL Educators: A Guide to Free Teaching Tools - TEFL Blog
Fri, 24 Nov 2023 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Empowering ESL Educators: A Guide to Free Teaching Tools
Navigating the realm of ESL teaching is both rewarding and challenging. To equip educators with versatile and effective resources, a myriad of free tools has emerged, revolutionizing the way English as a Second Language (ESL) is taught. These tools not only streamline lesson planning but also enrich classroom engagement and student learning experiences. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into an array of invaluable free resources tailored specifically for ESL teachers, empowering them to craft dynamic and impactful lessons that resonate with diverse learners.
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Zoom
Miro
Google Docs
Canva
Calendy
WeTransfer
Microsoft Loop... [Read more]
Can I get a teaching job with an online TEFL certificate? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Can I get a teaching job with an online TEFL certificate?
You can certainly get a teaching job with an online TEFL certificate. In fact, you can probably get a teaching job without any kind of qualifications or experience whatsoever. The real question is, can you get a quality teaching job with good pay and comfortable working conditions with an online certificate? The answer is still YES, if you make sure you sign up for the best quality online course you can find.
The main problem for online trainees is the obvious lack of any practical teaching experience. If you can afford a month-long in-class training course that includes multiple hours of teaching practice in a real classroom, you will be able to apply for a wider range of jobs in most parts of the world. If you choose the cheaper... [Read more]
Can I get a teaching job with an online TEFL certificate? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Can I get a teaching job with an online TEFL certificate?
You can certainly get a teaching job with an online TEFL certificate. In fact, you can probably get a teaching job without any kind of qualifications or experience whatsoever. The real question is, can you get a quality teaching job with good pay and comfortable working conditions with an online certificate? The answer is still YES, if you make sure you sign up for the best quality online course you can find.
The main problem for online trainees is the obvious lack of any practical teaching experience. If you can afford a month-long in-class training course that includes multiple hours of teaching practice in a real classroom, you will be able to apply for a wider range of jobs in most parts of the world. If you choose the cheaper... [Read more]
How much does it cost to get TEFL certified online? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How much does it cost to get TEFL certified online?
Completing a TEFL certification course online has been a very popular option for some time as it is a much more convenient approach than an in-class course for many people. If you have any existing commitments that you cannot leave behind, such as work, study, or family, an online TEFL certification course provides a great way to get qualified while working from home in your own time. The other major benefit of an online course over an in-class course is the financial outlay. The bottom line is that an online TEFL certification course is an affordable route into teaching English as the course has far fewer overheads than a traditional classroom based course.
How much are standard online TEFL courses?
There is no one straight answer to... [Read more]
Top 5 Countries to Teach English Abroad for History Buffs - TEFL Blog
Tue, 27 Aug 2019
Joanna Dineva
Destinations
Top 5 Countries to Teach English Abroad for History Buffs
Teaching English abroad is a wonderful way to travel and experience new cultures. For those of us who also love to learn about ancient civilizations and learn from the past, there are a few countries that offer the chance to immerse yourself in history. I reviewed lists that ranked the best places to teach English abroad in 2019 based on a number of google searches, salary opportunities, and how many programs they offer and compare them to the lists of countries with the greatest historical significance and came up with a list of the top 5 countries to teach English abroad for history buffs.
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5. EGYPT
4. MEXICO
3. SPAIN
2. CHINA
1. JAPAN
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How to Travel Japan on a Teacher’s Budget - TEFL Blog
Tue, 03 Sep 2019 Lydia Pincott
Destinations Alumni Experiences
How to Travel Japan on a Teacher’s Budget
For being a fairly small country, Japan sure packs a punch for the endless amount of things to see, do, and eat! As teachers though, we aren't living that high roller, bullet train life, yet we usually have enough days off for a decent holiday. So how do you get out and see Japan, while still having a few yennies left over for fried chicken at Family Mart?
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Use the Seishun 18 Kippu Transport Pass (and region-specific passes)
Make Use of Tourist Information Centers
Stay at hostels with kitchens - but be sure to check the facilities!
Be loyal - to bus service, booking website, etc.
Choose the lowest cost option on Google Maps for getting around.
Are you ready to... [Read more]
Live Event: The Best Ideas for Online TEFL Teaching in 2021 - TEFL Blog
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Live Event: The Best Ideas for Online TEFL Teaching in 2021
Hello everybody, I'm glad to see that some people have already joined me. My name is Liza, your ITTT TEFL friend and today we are going to talk about the most interesting topic from all of them I suppose. We are going to discuss online teaching and during this session I am going to share several ideas on how to enhance your online classes in 2021. I hope you enjoy it because it's something really cool to try and before we start let me quickly check if the equipment is working, if you see me clearly and if you hear me clearly please let me know in the comment section.
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Watch the live session here
Is this an advertisement for Miro?
How much do you... [Read more]
The Best Ideas For Online TEFL Teaching In 2021 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The Best Ideas for Online TEFL Teaching in 2021
Hello everybody, I'm glad to see that some people have already joined me. My name is Liza, your ITTT TEFL friend and today we are going to talk about the most interesting topic from all of them I suppose. We are going to discuss online teaching and during this session I am going to share several ideas on how to enhance your online classes in 2021. I hope you enjoy it because it's something really cool to try and before we start let me quickly check if the equipment is working, if you see me clearly and if you hear me clearly please let me know in the comment section.
Okay. So it’s nice to see you guys and thanks for joining. I see several comments but I'm not sure what they are as there is something bad going on in the comment... [Read more]
TEFL Spain - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl In Aranda De Duero Spain
TEFL in Aranda de Duero, Spain
Date posted:2004-03-30 | Writer: CENTRO FRANCÉS | Email: [email protected]
We are looking for an English teacher to start on April 12th.We offer a full time contract - 34 hours/week.The teacher would be teaching 25 hours per week, with the remaining hours helping in the office and preparing lessons.
The gross salary is 900 euros.
We are located in the centre of Spain. Our town is called Aranda de Duero. It has 35, 000 inhabitants and is an hour and a half from Madrid .
Centro Francé³ teaches English, French and German and of course, Spanish for foreigners. You can visit our website for the Spanish department, Contact us
Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Mercedes Calvo
CENTRO FRANCÉ“
C/ Isilla, 3
09400... [Read more]
7 Cool Post-it Note Icebreaker Activities - TEFL Blog
Wed, 05 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
7 Cool Post-it Note Icebreaker Activities
How to start your very first lesson or transition to study after a long summer vacation? The following activities help you easily break the ice with your English students. Students of all ages love interesting games that encourage interaction. Try one of them as a starter or as an icebreaker!
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1. All-Star Class
2. Where Are You From?
3. Get to Know
4. A Matched Set
5. Question Mixer
6. Two Truths and a Lie
7. Hidden Treasure
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1. All-Star Class
Ask students to draw an self portrait and display them on a bulletin board in class. Each... [Read more]
Constructive Approach to Teaching Children With Varying Learning Abilities - TEFL Blog
Tue, 15 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Constructive Approach to Teaching Children With Varying Learning Abilities
The Oxford Dictionary defines learning ability as the ability to comprehend or understand and profit from an experience (Vocabulary.com, 2019). The reality is that in any classroom, a teacher will be faced with teaching children of varying learning abilities.
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Theoretical Points
In the EFL Classroom
Students With Various Abilities
The Engage Stages
The Activate Stage
The Study Stage
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Super Useful Teaching Techniques for Online Lessons - TEFL Blog
Tue, 28 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Super Useful Teaching Techniques for Online Lessons
Being an aspiring online teacher, I have done some extensive research on how to properly teach online to ensure that my students are learning to the nest of their ability. One of the subjects I was most interested in learning about was what different types of techniques can I utilize while teaching online? While going through the courses and different units, as well as, some online research I have come across five different techniques that I believe online must know.
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Flipped Classroom
Mind Maps
Self-Learning
Instructional Design
Adaptive Learning
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5 Communicative ESL Speaking Activities Your Students Will Love - TEFL Blog
Wed, 28 Oct 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
5 Communicative ESL Speaking Activities Your Students Will Love
Speaking activities are essential for English learning as they give a chance to learn new linguistic points, including grammar and real-life listening skills.
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Speaking Cards
Collaborative Discussion
Interview
Giving Directions
Speaking Boardgame
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Unfortunately, teachers often omit communicative tasks in the classroom because they feel that it is difficult to manage them. There is also a lack of time to practice speaking; many course books provide ESL... [Read more]
The 8 Best Classroom Tools Every Teacher Should Use - TEFL Blog
Fri, 12 Jun 2020 Kavinna Batra
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
The 8 Best Classroom Tools Every Teacher Should Use
Technology is something that is coming strong! Teachers need to incorporate technology besides from online resources. Teachers can use trusted online resources and different applications to keep students more engaged and to enhance the traditional ways of teaching. Online assessments, grading software, and virtual lesson plans can help teachers save a lot of time.
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Socrative
Quizlet
Just Press Record
Trello
Tomato Timer
Google Calendar
Google Classroom
Class Dojo
Which is your favorite tool?
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There is a range of tools that can be used in a classroom to support student learning, ranging from traditional to high-tech options. For... [Read more]
The Best Materials For Teaching English Online - TEFL Blog
Mon, 09 Oct 2023 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
The Best Materials For Teaching English Online
It's essential to maintain effective communication while teaching online. Imagine being able to engage every student and monitor their progress. Various tools can facilitate this process. "Internet materials" encompass a wide array of content, including web pages, images, fact sheets, podcasts, blogs, lesson plans, and video clips on platforms like YouTube or Vimeo. These materials may comprise text, images, radio, TV broadcasts, films, videos, or music. Learning platforms such as Zoom and Google Classroom, along with apps like Duolingo, make remote learning efficient and enjoyable.
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Now, let's explore specific tool categories that cater... [Read more]
Q&A with a Non-Native ESL Teacher: "I can't find a job! What to do?" - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Q&A with a Non-Native ESL Teacher: "I can't find a job! What to do?"
07/22/2021
hey guys it's lizzy here and today we are going to discuss a
really crucial issue uh so i would like to uh draw everybody's attention to the
problem of getting a job as a non-native esl teacher
uh for some reason um i get constantly asked about this situation
and people usually say like i got tefl certified but i can't find a job or in general i can't
find a job without any reasons and i don't know what to do so um
i believe that this uh point uh is super important to uh cover
that is why uh today i decided to have this q a session
uh with you and address your problems and try
myself try try my best to help you out to overcome
this trouble to overcome this problem so um what we are going to do
is um we... [Read more]
TEFL Online - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Esl Teachers Needed Online To Work With It Professionals
ESL teachers needed ONLINE to work with IT professionals
Date posted:2023-11-26 | Writer: Unifyhub | Email: [email protected]
Unifyhub, a corporate language learning and content creation company with offices in Tallinn (Estonia), and Saint-Petersburg (Russia) is looking for ESL teachers to join our international team of professionals. In the past 14 years, we have helped over 100,000 people learn English, get into foreign universities, travel freely, and get better jobs. Our mission is to improve people’s lives and careers by helping them master their language knowledge. Responsibilities: ESL teacher (online)• Teaching Business and General English to corporate clients (adults) in groups and individually online (normally up to 100 academic hours per month)... [Read more]
TEFL Online - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English Online To Central European Students
Teach English Online to Central European Students
Date posted:2022-03-04 | Writer: A4 Speaker Connect | Email: [email protected]
Hey, we're A4 Speaker Connect. We are an Estonian Proofreading house currently hunting for Freelance Online English teachers to take on a few weekly lessons.ONLINE / Remotely to Central and Eastern European Students.Looking for Candidates Fluent in English and preferably with a TEFL or TESOL to teach conversational English Lessons to adults and teenagers from non-English speaking European countries.Salary and benefitsCandidates will start with a few hourly lessons per week. Ranging from 8 – 20 USD per hour.Hours gradually increase depending on performance.RequirementsNEEDS TO HAVE A WORKING LAPTOP that can connect to the internet 24/7. Should have... [Read more]
6 Great Blackboard Games for Your Online Lesson - TEFL Blog
Sat, 18 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
6 Great Blackboard Games for Your Online Lesson
Online teaching has experienced a huge boom in recent months and many teachers have to teach online. The 6 ideas below will help you with engaging your students and grabbing their attention through the computer screen. These activities can be used as icebreakers and transitions between other tasks to cheer the learners up.
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1. Three of a Kind
2. Word Picture Puzzles
3. Initial Puzzles
4. Rebus Puzzles
5. Trivia
6. Hink Pinks
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1. Three of a Kind
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Top 3 Tools For Creating Interactive EFL Activities - TEFL Blog
Mon, 24 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Top 3 Tools For Creating Interactive EFL Activities
The online mode of teaching has become a primary one in the COVID-19 era. For many teachers, remote work is not easy especially due to a different approach to creating materials.
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1. Google Slides
2. LearningApps
3. WordWall
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If you still struggle with games and activities for your activate phase of the lesson, take a look at the following three tools that can help you to versatile your Zoom classes and make your students super happy!
1. Google Slides
Yes, it's... [Read more]
TEFL USA - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Summer Academic Camp Instructor
Summer Academic Camp Instructor
Date posted:2024-03-19 | Writer: APLUS | Email: [email protected]
Summer Academic Camp Instructor.
For over two decades, APLUS's academic summer camp has helped thousands of students. Our summer camp instructors are an integral part of this mission! They have a love of teaching and are committed to seeing each student succeed. Not only are they adept at classroom management and cultivating a wonderful learning environment, but they are also able to teach the subject matter in a way that keeps students engaged and curious. If hired, summer camp instructors will be expected to carry out the following tasks:
- Provide a clear course schedule and syllabus to students and APLUS. Utilise applications effectively to maximise engagement with students... [Read more]
6 Must-Have Apps When Living In China - TEFL Blog
Fri, 30 Aug 2019 Ramon Perez
Destinations
6 Must-Have Apps When Living In China
China is a country where you can venture out and explore all it has to offer. The food, the culture, the people and everything else provide an exciting experience for those willing to challenge themselves. This country will allow you to grow in ways you never thought possible. However, some of these challenges can become a bit of an obstacle in our everyday lives.
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WECHAT
Messaging
Wallet
Payments
Translation
ALIPAY
VPN
TAOBAO
GOOGLE TRANSLATE
DUOLINGO
Other Useful Apps
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Don't fret. There are tools that can help us overcome those obstacles and make our stay a pleasant one. In this blog, we will discuss a few apps that can aid in... [Read more]
Drilling: Is it an Effective Teaching Method in ESL? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 02 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Drilling: Is it an Effective Teaching Method in ESL?
For many years, drilling has been used in foreign language classrooms. This approach to language teaching places an emphasis on repeating structural patterns through oral practice.
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What is Drilling for?
Learning Process
Special Activities
Is it Necessary?
Alternative Ways
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What is Drilling for?
When using the technique of drilling, if used appropriately, it can be a very productive and proactive way for students to memorize and... [Read more]
3 Steps for Teaching ESL Vocabulary Effectively - TEFL Blog
Wed, 17 Feb 2021 Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
3 Steps for Teaching ESL Vocabulary Effectively
Words are an essential part of the structure of English sentences. If we want to speak English as a foreign language, we need to know new words and even progress. Considering a student who needs to know and learn new words as a teacher, we have to answer this question "What impressive ways do you have in teaching ESL vocabulary?"
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To effectively acquire new ESL vocabulary, students must go through four essential stages:
1. Noticing and understanding new words
Introducing nouns, things, objects, animals, etc.
Introducing adjectives
Introducing abstracts
2. Recognizing new words
Bingo
Matching
3. Producing ESL vocabulary
Descriptions... [Read more]
Inspiration to Create Teaching Materials - TEFL Blog
Tue, 27 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Inspiration to Create Teaching Materials
Teaching is a creative enterprise and creating your materials is very satisfying. There are many positive reasons for a teacher to create their materials. Purposely created materials are inexpensive, tailored to specific grammar and language topics, adaptable for different language levels, specific expansions on the course resources, culturally sensitive and correct. From my perspective, among the most important reasons for creating your materials are that it adds a personal touch to your class, and it enables you to have a sense of ownership in the curriculum.
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Topics to discuss
Online resources
Printed materials
Second-hand materials
Life-learning
Self-made materials... [Read more]
TEFL Thailand - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Literacy Coordinator For Early Years And Primary
Literacy Coordinator for Early Years and Primary
Date posted:2024-03-30 | Writer: Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University | Email: [email protected]
Satit Bilingual School of Rangsit University (SBS) is currently looking for a qualified and experienced Literacy Coordinator for Early Years and Primary.SBS is an IB PYP School situated just north of Bangkok.
Position: PYP Literacy Coordinator, AY 2024-25Salary: At least 75,000 baht per month depending on qualifications and experience
Literacy Coordinator Roles & Responsibilities:● Assess levels of students and determine the level of support needed● Provide language support that is in alignment with the PYP● Coach classroom teachers in creating inquiry based balanced literacy programmes● Coordinate Reading &... [Read more]
10 Tips for Teaching Grammar to EFL Students Abroad - TEFL Blog
Sun, 07 Oct 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
10 Tips for Teaching Grammar to EFL Students Abroad
Teaching English grammar is an important part of any EFL classroom. Depending on the level of your students and the degree of difficulty of the topics, the teacher may encounter several problems in the classroom. However, the following 10 tips should help you to prepare effective grammar lessons for your EFL students abroad.
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1. Show your students why grammar matters
2. Give quizzes that grade themselves
3. Use games to teach grammar
4. Put students in the role of the teacher
5. Take requests
6. Have students set up learning goals
7. Encourage and reward error-finding
8. Write original sentences
9. Use videos wisely
10. Find it in the texts... [Read more]
USA Map Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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USA Map Worksheet
Start your students out on their geographical tour of the USA with these free, printable USA Map Worksheets.
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Europe Map Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Europe Map Worksheet
Start your students out on their geographical tour of Europe with this free, printable Europe Map Worksheet.
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