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Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! St. Patrick’s Day Crossword Puzzle This is a fun crossword puzzle that you can play with your students for St. Patrick's Day!   Answer Key Across 4. Dublin 5. tap 7. pinch 9. seventeenth 11, shamrock 12. green 13. Irish   Down 1. March 2. luck  3. blarney 6. Ireland 7. potato 8. leprechaun 10. clover   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL or TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Valentine's Day ESL Vocabulary Worksheet This is a fun Valentine's Day ESL Word Search Puzzle Worksheet you can use in your ESL classroom to celebrate the romantic holiday.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! St. Patrick's Day Quiz ESL Worksheet Here is a free St. Patrick’s Day Quiz for ESL learners covering the most important vocabulary words related to St. Patricks Day.   Answer Key 1. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on the 17th of March. 2. St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland. 3. St. Patrick was born in Wales. 4. People say a pot of gold can be found at the end of a rainbow. 5. People wear green on St. Patrick's Day. 6. People say St. Patrick drove snakes out of Ireland. 7. A shamrock is a plant with three leaves that is considered to be a symbol of luck. 8. The colors of the Irish flag are green, white and orange. 9. Parades are held in cities around the world to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. 10. The...  [Read more]

How do you motivate TEFL students? Motivating young learners often proves straightforward, as they typically greet activities with eager enthusiasm. Likewise, adult learners usually exhibit determination and interest, being in the class by choice and possessing explicit objectives related to their career, academic, or personal life. However, the teenage years can present a different set of challenges. As adolescents, learners often become reticent to participate in class due to fear of making errors or being embarrassed among their peers. Their self-awareness can hinder full engagement in classroom activities. Here are some effective strategies to bolster motivation and participation in your teenage students. Use plenty of pop culture While English learning may not enthuse your students,...  [Read more]

How do you motivate TEFL students? 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. Table of Contents Use plenty of pop culture Use a little competition Play to their strengths Use pen pals to encourage writing skills Only use age...  [Read more]

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How do You Build a Successful Teaching Career? 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. Table of Contents Qualification Approach to Own Behavior Classroom Environment Getting Experienced Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course!...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! "How often do you...?" Board game - Frequency Adverbs 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.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

How do you deal with misbehaving TEFL students? 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 Different teachers might have varying perceptions of what constitutes disruptive behavior. However, there are universal issues that cause noticeable disruption in the classroom and should be addressed for optimal group learning....  [Read more]

How do you teach English one-to-one? 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. Once the level test is completed, the next step is a needs analysis. This process aims to ascertain why the student is learning English, as needs will vary among learners....  [Read more]

How do you teach English one-to-one? 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. Once the level test is completed, the next step is a needs analysis. This process aims to ascertain why the student is learning English, as needs will vary among learners....  [Read more]

How do you deal with misbehaving TEFL students? 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. Table of Contents Different types of bad behavior Dealing with bad behavior Rewarding good behavior Managing behavior Different types of bad behavior Different teachers might have varying perceptions of what constitutes disruptive behavior. However, there are...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How do you bring language to life in the classroom? When teaching in the classroom, it is very important to branch away from the traditional method of teaching, known as the "chalk and talk" method. This typically involves the teacher dictating the lesson, with students sat listening and writing down the words of the teacher. Not every student is programmed to be able to sit, listen intently to every word you say, write down everything important and absorb the information sufficiently to be able to go on and use the language in a productive way. Table of Contents Differentiate classroom activities Help to memorize language points in an unusual way Give more freedom even when you are teaching grammar Mind your students' language...  [Read more]

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas What is a Beginner EFL Student and How Do You Teach Them? 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...  [Read more]

Can I learn a foreign language while teaching English abroad? Yes. One of the many benefits of teaching English abroad is that it can provide a great environment for learning a foreign language. It is no secret that being fully immersed in a different culture, where you are constantly surrounded by a new language, is the most effective way to quickly develop your understanding. Throughout your time living and working as an English teacher abroad, you will inevitably have endless opportunities to practice your language skills. What are the benefits of learning a foreign language when teaching English abroad? As well as using the language as you go about your daily life, there is also a good chance that you will have access to local language courses that are far cheaper than those...  [Read more]

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 Lourien Prinsloo TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teacher Burnout - How Real Is It and What Can You Do About It? Teachers are usually seen as welcoming, empathic, and, more often than not - enthusiastic creatures. Ready to change lives with the power of education. Students and parents often idolize them, leading exemplary lives that show they have it "together." They radiate positivity, and for some people, teachers are picture-perfect, the epitome of a human being. Understatement of the year! Table of Contents Clarifying - Teacher Burnout The root of teacher burnout Setting the Stage for Teacher Burnout Overcoming power Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Although...  [Read more]

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Why complete a TEFL course: Why do you need a TEFL course, if you already know how to teach a foreign language? This is a question I've asked myself. I'm looking at it from the point of view of an established foreign language teacher. Table of Contents How well do you know English? Get professional guidance 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. Are you ready to take a TEFL course? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post 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...  [Read more]

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching Special Groups in ESL - Teaching Individuals (One-to-One) How do you teach just one student using the communicative approach? Here we discuss how you can adapt to this particular teaching situation. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Positives and negatives Needs analysis Teach to their interests All four skills Vary the stimulus Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the video about this topic Positives and negatives The category of teaching individuals is also known as teaching one-to-one and it forms a very large part of the ESL teaching market. Teaching one-to-one has some positive...  [Read more]

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Ways to Keep ESL Students Engaged After the Lesson Hello everybody, it's Liza here and I'm super happy to welcome you to today's ITTT live session. I hope that you have some spare time to tune in and talk about another exciting teaching topic. If you can see and hear me clearly, please let me know via the chatbox. I'm super excited not only because of this live session but also because of the weather, it is super warm here today. My hometown is blooming, and it feels so nice. Let me know where you are tuning in from. I am actually located in the middle of Russia in the city of Yekaterinburg. Usually it's pretty cold here but May is just the best month of the year, so if you are thinking of coming here one day it's better...  [Read more]

Can you make a living teaching English online? Absolutely, although your income from teaching English online is influenced by factors like qualifications, prior teaching experience, and the chosen teaching platform. Typically, online English educators earn between $15 and $30 per hour. Many teachers opt to work via agencies, which may deduct a portion for student referrals and resources. However, you should still achieve a comfortable living when teaching English online. Table of Contents Can you teach English online full-time? Can you make good money teaching English online? How much can I earn working for an online ESL company? How much can I earn teaching on an open marketplace? How do I start my own online ESL business? Can you teach English online full-time? Yes, online English...  [Read more]

How can I teach English online and travel? If you are yearning to break free from the daily grind and have a strong desire to explore the world, consider venturing into online English teaching. This form of English instruction allows you to operate from anywhere with a stable internet connection, eliminating the need for you to stay put. It also provides a sufficient income to cover your travel-related expenses. What is required to teach English online and travel? The answer isn't cut-and-dried since each online teaching platform has unique requirements. Some may necessitate a Bachelor’s degree, prior teaching experience, TEFL certification, or native English proficiency. But don't be disheartened if you lack a degree; many platforms don't demand it. If you haven't obtained a TEFL...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Sample ESA lesson: Patchwork ESA When using the ESA methodology, there are a number of lesson formats available. In the third of this series we look at a Patchwork lesson. What does a Patchwork lesson look like and for what level of student is it most appropriate? Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the video about this topic Lesson aim: For the students to be able to discuss holidays using vocabulary and conducting a role-play.Student Level: Intermediate (Due to the complexity of Patchwork lessons they should only be used for Intermediate level and above) We...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The ESA Methodology of Teaching - Sample ESA Boomerang Lesson In this blog post, we will take a look at a typical example of a boomerang lesson. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic We start with an engage phase. Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the video about this topic First we will recap the structure E  A1  S  A2 We start with an engage phase. Here the students are just going to have a discussion about jobs, what happens at interviews and so on and so forth. During that engage phase what we would hope to do is to elicit some useful language...  [Read more]

10 Things You Should Know about TEFL/TESOL Certification   Do you want to get TEFL/TESOL certified but don't know how to choose a course provider? This live stream is right for you! Our TEFL expert Liza will share ten crucial things to look at before you enroll in a course. #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 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Telephone Numbers in English How do you say telephone numbers in English correctly? This infographic looks at how to say the number 0, how to say consecutive numbers, and the difference between mobile phone and cell phone.   How to say telephone numbers in English 3964-8574 This is a telephone number. In spoken English, we normally say phone number instead of telephone number. In English, we give telephone numbers by saying each individual number in it: Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certification with ITTT.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

How to Create a Themed Lesson Based on Video in Canva   Do you want to impress your students before Christmas or other events? Learn how to create amazing lessons in Canva! Our TEFL expert Liza will share her ideas in this live stream. Don't miss it! #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 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Thu, 15 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A Key to The World Anyone and everyone should complete a TEFL course because it turns the English language into a key that opens up the rest of the world. Generally speaking, language can be a barrier between different peoples and countries. However, if you travel with a special intent to share your language, then those barriers have the potential to turn into bridges to new friends and new places that could be called home. Completing a TEFL course provides the necessary training for English to be shared around the world. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What is TEFL For? Program Who is it For? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Stand Out on Online Teaching Platforms This blog will discuss how to stand out on online teaching platforms as they are getting more and more competitive, especially the big names out there. Most teachers want to teach on the most popular platforms and competition can get fierce. There are a number of things that you can do to make sure you stand out from the crowd and so that students can book you to be their teacher. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Different Types of Online Teaching Platforms Importance of Presenting Yourself on the Platform Popular Online Teaching Platforms Tips to Stand Out on Teaching Marketplaces Tip 1: Think Like a Student Tip 2: Keep it short and...  [Read more]

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Top Differences when Teaching Multilingual versus Monolingual Classes Before we start to look at the differences between teaching monolingual and multilingual classes, we should first define what these terms actually mean. Table of Contents Advantages of teaching a multilingual class Disadvantages of teaching a multilingual class Advantages of teaching a monolingual class Disadvantages of teaching a monolingual class Ready to teach English as a Foreign Language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Multilingual classes will have a range of first languages, so they have different L1's. An example here may be the teaching of English to a group of students from a range of...  [Read more]

Ways to Keep ESL Students Engaged After the Lesson   Hello everybody, it's Liza here and I'm super happy to welcome you to today's ITTT live session. I hope that you have some spare time to tune in and talk about another exciting teaching topic. If you can see and hear me clearly please let me know via the chat box. I'm super excited not only because of this live session but also because of the weather, it is super warm here today. My hometown is blooming and it feels so nice. Let me know where you are tuning in from. I am actually located in the middle of Russia in the city of Yekaterinburg. Usually it's pretty cold here but May is just the best month of the year, so if you are thinking of coming here one day it's better to choose May and you'll definitely love it. I can see that...  [Read more]

Can you make a living teaching English online? The amount of money you can make teaching English online is determined by a number of factors, including your qualifications, previous experience, and the organization for which you work. A typical hourly rate for online English teachers can range between $15 and $30. If you choose to work through an agency, as most online teachers do, they will most likely take a cut of your pay as a fee for providing you with students and materials. Can you teach English online full-time? Online English teaching is what you make it. Most online English companies allow you to work as much or as little as you want, so your online English teaching gig can range from part-time side hustle to a full-time career. Online English teacher salaries vary depending on...  [Read more]