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The Common Problems for Learners in Turkey - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
It is an undeniable fact that English nowadays has become the most influential language in the world. Many throughout the world seek to learn it as knowing it is now a must to find a good job or find good opportunities in one's life, which is why we can find countries that are rife with various English courses. This is especially true in Turkey. Where English is in high demand as everyone in the country is starting to realize its importance. It is also worth noting that the vast majority of the country do not have adequate English skills, especially in speaking, mastering said skill is a dream for many Turkish people.Table of Contents
Students' Attitude
Issues in the Educational System
Unmotivated Teachers
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The Most Common Challenges For The Turkish ESL Learners - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
There is nothing comfortable than being in your comfort zone, especially when speaking your language (native language). The feeling that comes with it, how you pronounce words, the use of jokes and proverbs, idioms, and other slang within it, no one can take that joy or even compensate it because it naturally comes from within. It makes you feel safe at home and confident even when speaking about topics that you have never seen or heard before simply because your brain is already rich with enough vocabulary. So it allows you to navigate, swim and tackle the issues from all possible angles.Table of Contents
Global challenges
Sentence structure
Pronunciation
Lack of practice
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The Whys of the Inconveniences between an English Detective and a Turkish Dedektif - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Learning languages is for most of us, not an easy undertaking, mostly because it requires building new frameworks in our brains and lots of practice. Learning English as a second language is not an exception. By now, it's already well-known the importance of speaking English in a globalized world, and so even governments are making an effort to include it in their education plans. As an example, English is taught in both private and public schools throughout Turkey, but despite all these efforts and adjustments, not a lot of Turkish people can speak English beyond basic sentences and isolated words... so, what's happening?Table of Contents
Main Challenges
Lack of Professional Training
Language Differences
Culture
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The Most Common Problems of Turkish Students While Learning English - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
In the last years, English has become more and more popular worldwide. In most countries, children start learning a second language at an early age. Also in Turkey, the number of schools, universities and language centers where it is possible to learn English has increased significantly. Nevertheless, despite all the efforts and a considerable presence of foreign teachers, it seems that Turkish students find the English language extremely difficult to learn. Turkish students consider the education system the major cause of their school failure because it is too obsolete. I had the opportunity to work as a language teacher in Turkey for several years. This experience helped me to understand why in Turkey learning English, and foreign languages, in... [Read more]
The Many Roles of a Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
At the cafeteria during lunchtime, a student of mine approached and asked me, "Why did you become a teacher?" Dumbfounded by this brazen question, I did not know what to say. I could have chosen motherhood statements like "I want to make a difference in the world," "to have a positive impact on my student's lives, "or that "I love children." I ended up saying to him, "Well, I am good at teaching." However, the truth of the matter is, I needed a job and there was an opportunity so I took it. You can say it was fate that called me to be a teacher. Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine myself being a Grade 3 homeroom teacher! After having experienced a variety of jobs in my life from being a hotel banquet salesperson, a garments manager, an... [Read more]
How to Use Many, Much, A lot of, and Lots of - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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The four expressions "many", "much", "a lot of" and "lots of" are widely used but often confused. Let's take a look at their differences and when to use which expression correctly.
The word "many" is used with countable, plural nouns in questions and negative sentences.
Example Sentences
"Much" is used with uncountable nouns to indicate a large quantity. It is mostly used in negative questions or sentences.
Example Sentences
A lot of means a large number of amount. It can be used for countable or uncountable nouns (negative, positive and question).
Example Sentences
"A lot of" and "lots of" have the same meaning and they can be used... [Read more]
How many levels are there in EFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
When researching teacher training courses it can be difficult to compare the many options available, which is why EFL course levels can be a great help. All TEFL courses can be put into certain levels that reflect their content and the level of qualification you will receive at the end of the training. This organization of courses can be a real benefit when it comes to choosing the right type of course to suit your individual situation. However, it is also important to know that there is not a single ranking system that is adopted by the whole EFL world. May individual countries and teaching organizations have their own set of course levels. Despite this, most systems are developed using similar criteria such as the type of study involved, the number of study hours, whether it is part-time... [Read more]
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How many modules in a TEFL course? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Most TEFL courses currently available, including those offered by ITTT, are broken down into separate sections or modules to make the study experience as smooth and easy to digest as possible. By separating the different sections of the course into distinct areas, such as individual grammar points, various classroom skills, and lesson planning strategies, you should find it easier to move through the materials and retain all the information covered. However, as most TEFL course providers offer a wide variety of course options to suit different goals and scenarios, it is generally the case that there are no set amount of modules in a TEFL course.
At ITTT we try to ensure that our range of TEFL courses cover every possible requirement, from short-form courses suitable for volunteer teaching,... [Read more]
An Overview of The Many Teaching Skills in The Classroom - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teaching skills can be summarized in four key concepts: communication, critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration.Table of Contents
What do English teachers teach?
Role of the teacher
Teaching methods
Accuracy and Fluency
Students abilities
The 4 Basic Concepts of Teaching Skills
Professional development
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Of course, when describing these skills we aren't just talking about teaching English but these skills can be used to prepare students in order to be able to express and communicate themselves independently and with groups in a globalized world as well as being capable to be adaptive, flexible and think creatively.
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The Many Reasons For Taking a TEFL Course - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Alumni Experiences
There are many different reasons why someone might choose to complete a TEFL course. For some it may be simply to earn a new qualification whilst for others there may be much more to it than that. This post will highlight and explain some of the main reasons why people choose to study and complete TEFL courses.Table of Contents
The Gateway to a New Life Abroad
International Job Requirements
Build on Your Existing Teaching Skills
Boost of Confidence for New Teachers
Build a CV/Resume for the Future
What is your motivation for taking a TEFL course?
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Why Are Teachers Considered to Have Many Roles in the Classroom? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
I chose to write about this subject because I feel that the role of the teacher is a really important part of the classroom and also in the student's life.Table of Contents
The most common role of a teacher in class is to teach some knowledge to their students.
Teacher as a Parent
The Japanese culture views the school as a basic training ground.
The teacher needs to be able to read their students.
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Many Shades of the English Language - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Every language has its peculiarities, more so in the English language, which is spoken in the largest number of countries in the world. And thus has attained the status of a global language. Factors attributed to this phenomenon are many. One of the major reasons is that the Britishers had a large number of colonies which enabled them to come in contact with the inhabitants of different parts of the world.Table of Contents
Vocabulary
Pronunciation
Spelling and Pronunciation
Meaning
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The Many Ways of Teaching Vocabulary - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Having undergone a process of teaching and based on my knowledge and experience, today I can give a sense of an area or topic that I think of any of you. I agree with the same opinion.Table of Contents
When teaching vocabulary to students, students need to understand the following factors:
I also apply another way: drawing a macrologue diagram.
Play as learning!
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"Teaching vocabulary" is the topic I am talking about today. As a teacher, I have failed in teaching vocabulary for students, complex because I do not have enough knowledge or knowledge, my students have Remembering a word that day, I was very sad and thinking about my teaching method. I asked myself. What do students need to learn when... [Read more]
How many hours do TEFL teachers teach? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
It is essential to understand that your scheduled teaching hours (referred to as contact hours) won't equate to the total time you are expected to spend at school (known as contract hours). Besides teaching, many jobs involve administrative duties.
Moreover, the nature of the English teaching job you opt for will determine your classroom hours. Let's consider three typical job types.Table of Contents
Government and Private Schools
Corporate Teaching
Private Language Schools
Some Cultural Aspects
In most instances, overseas schools operate regular office hours. You will likely be expected at the school from Monday to Friday, around 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - approximately 40 hours per week. However, your actual teaching might be limited to 20-25 hours weekly, with the remaining time... [Read more]
How many modules are in TEFL 120-hours? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
The majority of TEFL courses now offered, including those provided by ITTT, are divided into several modules to make the learning process as streamlined and simple to assimilate as possible. You should find it simpler to navigate through the materials and retain all of the information given by segmenting the many components of the course into distinct units, such as specific grammatical issues, classroom management, and lesson planning techniques. There is generally no predetermined number of modules in a TEFL course, as the majority of TEFL course providers offer a wide range of course alternatives to fit different aims and conditions.
At ITTT we make sure that our selection of TEFL courses meets every need, from short-form courses appropriate for volunteer teaching to advanced-level... [Read more]
The Many Roles of English in Global Society - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Language is the primary medium of human social interaction, and interaction is the mean through which social relations are conducted and maintained. It is a vital commodity in a globalized world (Block and Cameron, 2002). Everyone needs and uses language as a means of communication and to express their needs in various aspects of life. So, as the community of the world, people need language to be used as a means of communication. Why do we need an international or global language? Why has it become a global language?Table of Contents
English development
Business world
Culture
Education
Technology
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The Many Sides of The Teaching Job in Japan - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
What do you think of when I say the word "teacher"? When I think of this word, I think of the "teacher when I was a child. The person who talked and I listened. The person who gave me instructions and I followed. I think in today's environment this word has changed. What does the word "teacher" mean today? We'll look at what the roles of a teacher are in today's ESL world in Japan, where I've taught for over 14 years.Table of Contents
Types of Teachers in Japan
Responsibilities
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We use many synonyms for the term "teacher". In elementary schools, junior high schools, and high schools in Japan we use the term "ALT" (assistant language teacher) or "AET"... [Read more]
The Many Roles of the Teacher in the ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
The role of a teacher is constantly changing throughout the day. The teacher's role can be influenced by: the lesson, the students, and the circumstances that might arise during a classroom session. Teachers frequently perform various roles when teaching students, some of these roles include: instructor, facilitator, mentor, psychologist, counselor, and policeman.Table of Contents
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A teacher can act as an instructor.
A teacher can act as a facilitator.
A teacher can act as a mentor.
A teacher can act as a psychologist.
A teacher can act as a counselor.
A teacher can act as a policeman.
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TEFL TESOL: 24/7 Customer Care Assistance & Tutoring - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
At ITTT we put a strong emphasis on customer care as we know that getting all the information you need and then choosing the right course to suit you can sometimes be a difficult task. If you have any questions regarding our TEFL courses or have any other pre-course queries, you can contact us via a wide range of convenient platforms. Our online contact form is a simple and effective way of sending your questions in and we will do our best to get back to you promptly with all the answers you need. You can also chat to one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff members via WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger. On our contact page you will find several phone numbers that you can contact us on directly, depending on your location. You can even arrange a call back from us at a specific... [Read more]
Why English Speaking is Difficult for Many Thai Learners - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Thailand is famously known as " the land of smiles". In some situations, smiling is the way to save face or to avoid conflicts. This often includes the time when Thai people have to communicate with foreigners in English and have no idea what the other meant. They simply smile to get out of a situation instead of making the best out of it by practicing their English speaking skill. On the other hand, they build up a fear of making mistakes and avoid being in that particular circumstance in the future. As English today plays important roles in tourism and the Thai economy as a whole, still, Thai people struggle to communicate effectively. Here are some areas suggested why it is difficult for Thai learners to improve their speaking skills.Table of Contents... [Read more]
How many hours do EFL teachers teach? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Before we look at this question closely, we should first make an important distinction. The number of hours you teach in the classroom (often called contact hours) are not the same as the number of hours you will be expected to be in school, often confusingly called contract hours.
Next, it is important to appreciate that different teaching jobs have different typical hours. There are basically three types of jobs available.Table of Contents
Government and Private Schools
Corporate Teaching
Private Language Schools
Some Cultural Aspects
Most schools abroad work normal office hours so you will probably need to be in school, Monday to Friday, from 7:30 a.m. (in many Asian countries) until 4:00 p.m. This equates to around 40 hours per week. You will not have to teach for all of those... [Read more]
How many roles does an ESL teacher serve in the classroom? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Nowadays being a teacher means more than just executing lesson plans while standing up at the front of the class giving explanations; we were used to this type of teacher when the traditional schools were "teacher-centered" so the students assumed a passive and quiet way to access the knowledge. It seemed not worked out well regarding English as a second language learning, and for this reason, most schools adopted a more "student-centered" approach in the classroom.Table of Contents
Student regulates the lesson
Something in between
Teacher stands in front of the class
Teacher organizes the students
Teacher gives Individual support
Teacher sets up an example
Teacher gives a feedback
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Flavours of Saudi Arabia - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English Abroad
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Why Do Chinese ESL Students Have So Many Troubles When They Learn English? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
With English being one of the most widely used languages in the world, many individuals are learning English in China. The learners include children, businessmen, etc. Although the learners have their own reasons for studying English, there are three main problems that the Chinese learners face while trying to learn English.Table of Contents
Drilling vs. Understanding
Exams vs. Communication
Selfishness vs. Open-mindedness
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The first issue is that learners pay too much attention to memorizing a new vocabulary while ignoring the phonetic symbols. In China, memorizing English words is... [Read more]
The Global Power of English: Why Do So Many People Want to Learn it? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
One might be forgiven for thinking that English is a ubiquitous language. From the movie industry in the United States to the vast expanse of the internet, it appears that its global standing is exponentially growing year after year. Needless to say, it owes its current position to a British empire that dominated and conquered foreign lands which resulted in countless dominions that spoke the mother tongue on both hemispheres. Its proliferation has ensured that although it might not be the main lingua franca of every region that hosted a queen's flag, it has certainly been used as a secondary language in areas as far away as Asia. In India this is empirically the case where hitherto English would have been the language of the colonial power -... [Read more]
The How-To Guide for Americans to Teach English in Europe - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Visa and Legal Destinations TEFL Information
Every year, thousands of Americans embark on their adventure of teaching English abroad. Many of them dream of living in Europe but are deterred by the seemingly unfavorable visa regulations and they head to Asia or Latin America instead. While it is true that a lot of employers in European countries prefer to hire teachers with an EU passport to avoid having to organize a work visa for those from other countries, there are other ways to legally work in Europe as an American English teacher. Here is our how-to guide for Americans to teach English in Europe.Table of Contents
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Choose the Right Location
Teaching Programs for Americans in Europe
Get the Timing Right
Teaching Legally with the Right Visa
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This is a fun ESL worksheet where students practice the present perfect continuous and the present perfect simple tense.
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What is EFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language. It is a term widely recognized in the English language teaching industry, renowned for its many acronyms like TEFL, TESOL, ESOL, and ESL. Specifically, EFL refers to the teaching or studying of English by non-native speakers. While it has distinctions, it is often used interchangeably with other similar acronyms in the context of English education.Table of Contents
What is the difference between EFL and ESL?
What is EFL in the classroom?
Who are EFL students?
EFL, or English as a Foreign Language, pertains to students learning English in a country where English isn't the primary language, such as a Spanish-speaker studying English in Mexico. They predominantly communicate in their native language and study English occasionally, like attending... [Read more]
