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Mon, 25 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Whys of the Inconveniences between an English Detective and a Turkish Dedektif 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...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 May 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The Most Common Problems Students in Turkey Face When Learning English As defined through the units of the course and through many linguistic books, pronunciation is to say a word in a language in the correct way. Although the correct pronunciation of words and even the correct intonation in sentences in English, is thought through course books all over the world and thanks to media students are exposed to the natural and correct pronunciation, numerous mistakes are observed inside the classroom and outside. The reasons for the problems in pronunciation might vary depending on the country. I have been teaching English in Turkey for a while and have witnessed many problems with the students which will be explained through this essay....  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Most Common Challenges For The Turkish ESL Learners 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...  [Read more]

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Problems For Adult English Learners From Turkey Learning the English language during adult years is a specific process when a student has reached a certain age, got some kind of profession (occupation), and decided for some specific reasons to learn (improve) English language. Table of Contents Specific purposes Misconception Lack of Confidence Belief in Cultural Difference Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dinara Y. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Specific purposes For example, the first category of students I came across decided to learn the English language and...  [Read more]

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 Anastasiya Akpinar TEFL Information Alumni Experiences English for Young Learners in Turkey: ✅ Problems and Solutions For the last 50 years, English has become one of the most widely spoken languages worldwide. Nowadays, almost all spheres of our daily life are strongly connected to this language. We use English in business, tourism, education, and entertainment. With globalization trends and technology development, we cannot imagine even one day passing without using English. So the need to learn English as a foreign language increases all around the world every day. Table of Contents But does it mean learning is always easy and successful? Problems learners face Less of skills Not taking studying seriously Limited learning environment Motivation Possible Causes...  [Read more]

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas ESL Education in Turkey: ✅ British English vs. American English Today, English has become a common language of people with different native languages in many fields such as science, aviation, communication, and commerce. For this reason, knowledge of English has become a necessity for those who want to pursue an academic career or who want to work in internationally recognized business sectors. This fact puts English in the first place among the officially taught foreign languages in most countries. But which English should be referenced in English education? British or American English? The answer to this question is not clear in Turkey yet. In seeking a heuristic explanation, one can dwell on...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Kayseri, Turkey Date posted:2003-01-24 | Writer: TED Kayseri College | Email: [email protected] NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHERS Posted By: TED Kayseri College, Turkey < [email protected] > We are seeking for Native English Teachers (to start on 1st September 2003) for positions in our college in Kayseri, Turkey.I've attached the detailed information you need. If you are interested, could you please send your CV and a photo. Head of English Departmant Ali Guldas [email protected] General information for native speakers working and living at TED Kayseri College Housing ? Kayseri is located in the center of Turkey, east of the capital Ankara. 1. Accommodation is provided on the school campus, so access to school is very convenient. The school is also located...  [Read more]

TEFL in Turkey - Kayseri Date posted:2003-02-21 | Writer: TED Kayseri College | Email: [email protected] NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHERS TED Kayseri College, Turkey We are seeking for Native English Teachers (to start on 1st September 2003) for positions in our college in Kayseri, Turkey.I've attached the detailed information you need. If you are interested, could you please send your CV and a photo. Head of English Departmant Ali Guldas [email protected] General information for native speakers working and living at TED Kayseri College Housing - Kayseri is located in the center of Turkey, east of the capital Ankara. 1. Accommodation is provided on the school campus, so access to school is very convenient. The school is also located approximately five minutes walk to the main...  [Read more]

Fulltime TEFL Language Check out tefl tesol about Fulltime TEFL Language and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts C.G. South Korea said: Cultural sensitivity in the classroom Teachers of English as a Second Language have the responsibility of being academically qualified and prepared to teach language learners about the various components of English; however, they also have the responsibility of being culturally sensitive towards the values and perspectives maintained by their students. In order for education to be effective, teachers must create a rapport with their students. Respect...  [Read more]

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Reasons to Obtain a TEFL Certificate Even if You Have Teaching Experience I am an experienced teacher, so why should I complete a TEFL course? A personal reflection on my experience, and how it has benefited and informed my teaching practice. Table of Contents Career Importance Surprising Discovery First Teaching Experience Teaching Abroad Obvious Benefits ESA Methodology Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Melanie W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Career Importance I didn't sign up for this course by choice. I was forced to do it by my employer. After many years of...  [Read more]

Wed, 13 Mar 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences 3 Distinct Peculiarities of the English Language For the native English speaker, English is easy. It is only when learning another language do L1 English speakers begin to see peculiarities in their own language. It is then compounded when beginning to teach English as a foreign language. Although the English language has commonalities with other languages, especially since English is derived from other languages, there are plenty of unusual aspects of English that can cause difficulties when learning and teaching the language. For example, English spelling, grammar, and pronunciation all contain such peculiarities. Table of Contents English spelling is inconsistent English grammar differs from many other languages English contains sounds...  [Read more]

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Teach English as a Foreign Language in Kindergarten? Children learn fast, that is a fact. Learning a language is their natural skill, which they are born with. We all have gone through that process. There is no teacher needed to teach a kid how to speak, there is no teacher needed to teach a kid how to pronounce e.t.c. Mothers and fathers are not teachers, but they teach their kids how to speak, or maybe kids learn by themselves? In my opinion, communication is one of the very basic needs, which comes naturally. Children need to talk to their mothers, fathers and other people who are around them. Speaking is a result of listening and observing – in this case, family members. Kids learn from people in their environment,...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Common Pronunciation Challenges for Learners in Azerbaijan Pronunciation is an essential part of the English language. Clear and cohesive speech can create meaningful conversations, meanwhile incorrect pronunciation can lead to misunderstandings. Every, non-native English-speaking country has pronunciation problems. One of the countries which come across with pronunciation errors is my homeland Azerbaijan. It is a lovely country, with nice traditions and people. Table of Contents Multilingual Country Historical Reasons Modern Situation Digital Age Teacher Training Do you want to teach English abroad? You are one step from it! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Narmina M. Please note that this...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Does Native Language Influence The Second Language Acquisition? A Turkish proverb infers: "One who speaks one language is one person while one who speaks two languages is two people." Table of Contents Language Language has different uses: Language acquisition Second Language Learners Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post It refers to the cultural influences of language learning. It signifies the fact that with learning a new language comes a change in the way the mind works. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Isiaka O. Language The process of transmitting pre-learned, coded, audible and inaudible messages from one person to another and receiving...  [Read more]

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Top Tips for Using TPR in Preschool ESL Teaching Total Physical Response is a very successful teaching method that can be used for both children and adults, particularly for beginner and lower-level learners. This English teaching approach, developed by Dr. James Asher, has been applied for almost thirty years. Asher's language learning method is built around the coordination of speech and action, and its purpose is to teach language through physical activity. Table of Contents Is TPR Beneficial in Online ESL Teaching? How Can TPR be Used in Teaching ESL to Young Learners? Simon Says TPR Storytelling TPR Songs Scavenger Hunt Challenge Charades Pronunciation Conclusion Are you ready to teach English abroad or online?...  [Read more]

Top Tips for Teaching English as a Non-Native Speaker   Hello! Liza is here and if you are guys getting on this stream, let me know if you hear and see me. We are about to start. Today's live session is devoted to teaching English as a non-native speaker. Okay, let me check if anyone is here. Hello! my name is Liza, and today we will talk about teaching English as a non-native speaker. Let me show the name of the session. Hello guys, if you are watching right now, write down a couple of words. I can see your comments, and let me know where you are from? I'm curious. And let me introduce myself quickly. I'm now staying in my hometown in Russia. It is called Yekaterinburg. It's pretty cold today, but the day is so sunny, so I had to close my blinds because my home office space is...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Top Tips for Teaching English as a Non-Native Speaker Hello! Liza is here and if you are guys getting on this stream, let me know if you hear and see me. Table of Contents Watch the live session here I'm specialized in general English, and I often work with young learners as well. From my perspective, TEFL certification is a significant first step to obtain before looking for a position in a real classroom or even online because it gives you a gist of teaching in general. So if you are interested in teaching English, don't forget about the many opportunities you have for your self-development and your teaching skills development. So if you are willing to take a TEFL course or if you know anyone...  [Read more]

Teaching English as a Non-Native Speaker - How to Build a Successful Career 12/08/2020 hello hello so liz is here and if you are guys getting on this stream let me know if you hear it and if you see me clearly so uh we are about to start today's live session devoted to teaching english as a non-native speaker okay let me check if anyone is here hello hello my name is lisa and uh today we are going to talk about um teaching english as a non-native speaker let me show the name of the session hello guys um if you are watching right now uh write down um a couple of words i can see uh your comments and um let me know where are you from it's i'm really curious and let me introduce myself uh quickly so um i'm now staying in my hometown um in central russia it is called yukaterenberg um it's...  [Read more]