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Halloween Would You Rather - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun speaking activity where students discuss which of these spooky things they would rather do. Choose carefully.
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Halloween Facts Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a worksheet to learn facts about Halloween. It is a reading task and there also are some activities to check the pupils' reading comprehension. The students also can learn about the origins of Halloween and how the Ancient Celtics used to celebrate it.
Here are the exercises for after the reading:
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How do you motivate TEFL students? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
To motivate TEFL students, understanding their age group and unique challenges is crucial. Young learners often respond with enthusiasm to fun activities, while adults are typically self-motivated, attending classes with clear objectives. However, teenagers present a distinct challenge. Due to heightened self-awareness, they might hesitate to participate out of fear of mistakes or peer judgment. To enhance motivation in teens, implement strategies that boost their confidence, incorporate relatable content, and create a supportive classroom environment that encourages participation and reduces fear of errors.
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How do You Build a Successful Teaching Career? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
What defines teachers' success? There is no one thing teachers can do to be successful. Success is not defined by just one aspect. Students, the learning experience, classroom environment, the relationship between teachers and their students, assessments, and outcomes can all define the success of teachers and their teaching career. If the students have learned and can apply the lessons they have learned in class to their career, it means teachers have been effective and efficient in teaching what they wanted their students to learn.
Qualification
Approach to Own Behavior
Classroom Environment
Getting Experienced
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Why Do You Need to Use Songs in Your Classroom? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Sitting in a classroom can be such a boring and dull time for children if the teacher is not playful, fun, and creative with the tasks and activities he/she provides. I understand that teaching requires a whole lot of information to be imported into the heads of the students, but I honestly think there are very many paths to the same goal.
Personal Experience
Ways to Explain the Materials
How to integrate
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"How often do you...?" Board game - Frequency Adverbs - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This board game practices the frequency adverbs. It's a fun game to play with a small class as well as a bigger class in groups, for example.
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How do you teach English one-to-one? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Before delving into the specifics of conducting one-to-one lessons, we need to be mindful of certain preliminary steps essential for effective lesson planning.
Initially, you must assess your student's English proficiency level. This is usually achieved through a level test. The level test typically begins with a verbal conversation to gauge the general competency level of the student. English proficiency is often categorized on a five-point scale:
A basic level test could involve asking progressively complex questions to pinpoint the level at which the student begins to struggle.
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How do you deal with misbehaving TEFL students? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Addressing disruptive behavior in an TEFL classroom can be challenging, but it is important to know how to manage it to ensure smooth classroom operations. While teaching adult learners might result in fewer concerns aside from minor punctuality issues, young learner classrooms usually come with a greater potential for disruption. To prevent small issues from becoming significant problems, teachers need to acquire skills and experiences to confidently manage classroom behavior.
Different types of bad behavior
Dealing with bad behavior
Rewarding good behavior
Managing behavior
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How do you get a job teaching English online? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
To get a job teaching English online, you typically need to follow these steps:
To teach English online, you typically need the following qualifications:
You can find opportunities to teach English online on various platforms and websites that specialize in online English language teaching. Here are some common places where you can find online English teaching opportunities:
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What is a Beginner EFL Student and How Do You Teach Them? - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Teaching Ideas
When you decide to take a TEFL certification course with the intention of teaching English abroad, in your home country, or online, it is difficult to know who you will actually end up teaching. Once you have finished your training you could end up teaching primary aged children, teenagers, or adults. They could be from any country worldwide and they could be at any level of English language from beginner to advanced level. In many ways it is a bit of a lottery, so you should ensure you are ready to deal with all types of environments. After a while most teachers develop a preference for the type of student they prefer to teach, however, the beginner EFL student is often the most feared.
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
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Do you like...? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun worksheet about food and drinks for ESL students. The students write about what they like and don't like.
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How Your Teaching Experience Can Help You With a TEFL Course - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Through my personal teaching experiences, I have found teaching kids to be both a fulfilling and rewarding endeavor. I have now realized that teaching is something I want to pursue as a profession. Being able to personally connect with the youth of all ages and to have them gain new knowledge has had a positive impact on me. I know that through my teaching engagements I have had a positive impact on my students as well. This is why I believe my personal teaching experiences will help me be successful with TEFL.
Important Skills
Team building and Leadership
Influence on My Teaching
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What time do you...? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a useful worksheet to practice daily routines and time. Students re-order the words into sentences, connect the sentences to the clocks and the matching pictures and draw the correct times.
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Why complete a TEFL course: Why do you need a TEFL course, if you already know how to teach a foreign language? - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
This is a question I've asked myself. I'm looking at it from the point of view of an established foreign language teacher.
How well do you know English?
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You'll be more successful with getting your students ready to speak in English.
Being a native speaker is not enough
Your credentials say a lot about you.
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For years, I've been thinking about learning to teach English as a foreign language. I've wanted to teach more than just French, so I could find more work, and because TEFL appealed to me. As a French teacher—which is a foreign language, of course—my thought was that I already knew how to teach a foreign language.... [Read more]
Ideas How You Can Use Your Tefl Certificate To Make Money - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Are you considering enrolling in a TEFL course, or have you already obtained a TEFL certificate with ITTT? Then, this live stream is right for you! Our TEFL/TESOL expert, Liza, will share several helpful ideas on utilizing your certificate at 100%. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline 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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Printable Halloween Party Word Find Activity Sheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Bring Halloween into your classroom with this fun printable Halloween party word find activity sheet. Practice spooky vocabulary with your students for the ultimate Halloween lesson!
This fun printable Halloween party word find activity sheet is ideal for any ESL and EFL classroom. The students can work on this worksheet either at home or in the classroom. You can have them work on it individually or do it as a fun activity for the whole class!
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5 Ideas How You Can Use Your TEFL Certificate to Make Money - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hey guys welcome to a new live stream with international tefl and tesol training my name is lisa and today we're going to discuss a rather important topic how to utilize your tefl certificate at one hundred percent to make more income uh and while waiting for some more people to join us i would like to briefly introduce myself so let me change um the slide quickly so here it is if you don't know me yet here i am my name is lisa i am an esl teacher i'm also an esl marketing consultant and i work as a teflon tesol expert at itt so these live streams are regular we uh deliver them twice a week i go live uh usually on tuesday and my colleague linda goes live on uh thursday or friday so if you want uh to get some uh interesting tips on tefl teaching um tefl certification feel free to join in um... [Read more]
How A TEFL Certificate Can Help You Open Your Own English Language School - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
I learned English when I was 20 after my family and I decided to immigrate to Canada from Brazil. I hadn't had much exposure to the English language prior to the move. 25 years have gone by, and now I have the opportunity to teach English back in my home country of Brazil!
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This post was written by our ITTT graduate George K.
After coming back to my small hometown in the Brazilian countryside a couple of years ago, I met one of my childhood friends, Rodrigo. He had just opened a small English school in town and after a quick chat, I told him that I have decided to come back to live in... [Read more]
5 Ideas How You Can Use Your TEFL Certificate To Make Money - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Are you considering enrolling in a TEFL course, or have you already obtained a TEFL certificate with ITTT? Then, this live stream is right for you! Our TEFL/TESOL expert, Liza, will share several helpful ideas on utilizing your certificate at 100%. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline 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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Do you need a TEFL If you are a qualified teacher? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Although qualified teachers possess core teaching competencies, a TEFL certification is highly recommended for those venturing into teaching English to non-native speakers. The TEFL course is tailored to address the distinct challenges of this teaching context. Not only does it enhance classroom adaptability and offer exposure to diverse teaching scenarios, but it also boosts employability. For educators looking to traverse the globe, immerse in varied cultures, and stand out in competitive TEFL job markets, securing a TEFL certification can be a game-changer.
Is a TEFL certificate required for qualified teachers?
What are the advantages of obtaining a TEFL certificate?
Will having a TEFL certificate propel my CV/resume to the top of the list?
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Say 4 Things You Do... Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun ESL board game to practice your students' speaking skills.
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3 Things That Motivate Students and How You Can Apply Them To Your Teaching - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
As with any subject, a student's motivation can affect their interest in the subject matter. English is no different, in fact, I believe that motivation is the key difference in students who continue to progress and improve in English and those who don't and discontinue English in their future. Now, this is not to say that all students with low motivation do not pick up any English through their learning, nor does it mean that a student with motivation will find English learning to be easy. However, I believe that motivation plays a key role in ensuring that a student remains engaged with the English language and eventually progresses into fluency. I wouldd like to present ideas that can add to student's motivation and improve their English learning... [Read more]
How ITTT can help you start your teaching journey in Egypt - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
1. Why Choose ITTT for Teaching in Egypt
2. TEFL and TESOL Courses for Teaching in Egypt
3. Job Assistance and Placement in Egypt
4. Teaching English in Egypt with ITTT
Are you considering starting your teaching journey in Egypt? International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) can help you achieve your goal. With a long-standing reputation for providing high-quality TEFL and TESOL courses, ITTT is the perfect choice for those looking to teach English in Egypt. Whether you are a seasoned teacher looking for a new adventure or a recent graduate wanting to explore the world while gaining valuable experience, ITTT has the resources and expertise to support you every step of the way.
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How Observant are you? What can you see? Picture Description - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a great activity to practice speaking skills, grammar patterns, prepositions and even writing skills. Super versatile!
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How Becoming a TEFL Teacher Can Help You Fulfill your Ultimate Potential According to Abraham Maslow - TEFL Blog
Ariella Libre
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
One of my minors during my undergraduate studies was psychology. I started taking psychology classes in high school. My upbringing was extremely dysfunctional and it made me curious about people. As a psychology student, I was introduced to Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs, a psychological theory by Abraham Maslow.
Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: A Guide to Reaching Your Full Potential
Unveiling Maslow's Pyramid: The Path to Self-Actualization
Basic Needs First: The Foundation for Personal Growth and Success
The Motivation Component: Unlocking Success Through Fulfilling Needs
The Importance of Fulfilling Basic Needs in ESL Teaching
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What do you know about Sydney, Australia Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Start your students out on their geographical tour of Australia with this free, printable worksheet about Sydney.
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Opinion Writing: Why do you like the beach? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This printable ESL worksheet is ideal to practice opinion writing. Students have to write about why they like the beach.
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Do you know all this? ESL Board Game - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a game to help students revise vocabulary related to sports, daily routines, the home, school, and leisure activities.
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TEFL TESOL Course:How Much Time Do You Have? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
One of the major attractions of our online TEFL certification courses is the flexibility they provide. As each course has no set study times or specific targets, you are free to set your own study timetable to fit into your own unique set of circumstances. If you have existing work, study, or family commitments there is no problem as you can study as much or as little as you like, whenever you have a free slot in your schedule. There are no set times when you have to be online or any scheduled online classes that you need to attend, simply log in to your personal online dashboard any time you like and spend whatever free time you have available on the course. To ensure that the information covered in the early parts of the course is still fresh in your mind once you have... [Read more]
Do you need a degree for TEFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
No, while having a degree can provide more opportunities, it is not an absolute requirement. Many language schools are open to hiring individuals solely based on their passion and capability to teach. With a proper TEFL certification, even those without a formal degree can successfully teach English abroad and fulfill their aspirations in the field.
Why do certain TEFL positions require a degree?
How can I find a TEFL job without a degree?
Where can I teach English without a degree?
Europe
Asia
South and Central America
North Africa and the Middle East
While possessing inherent teaching qualities such as passion, commitment, and rapport with students are invaluable, certain TEFL positions do require a degree. This necessity is often not based on the presumption that a degree ensures... [Read more]
