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The Main Problems of Teaching Formal and Informal Language - TEFL Blog
Thu, 09 May 2019 Mark Crocker
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
The Main Problems of Teaching Formal and Informal Language
The difference between formal and informal grammar is very apparent both in everyday life and during ones time as a teacher of English as a foreign language. These differences, I believe, play an important part in why many language learners find it so difficult to understand and become fluent.
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The Problems that Teachers Encounter
The Problems that Learners Encounter
The Dilemma that Teachers Face
Finding the Right Balance in the Future
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Can I learn a foreign language while teaching English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Can I learn a foreign language while teaching English abroad?
Certainly! Teaching English abroad uniquely positions you for rapid foreign language acquisition. Immersion in a new culture, surrounded by native speakers daily, is one of the most effective methods to grasp a language. As an English teacher abroad, every interaction - from daily errands to classroom engagements - becomes an invaluable opportunity to hone your linguistic abilities.
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Can I learn Chinese while teaching English abroad?
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3 Distinct Peculiarities of the English Language
Jon ITTT
Alumni Experiences
This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate sharing her thoughts on the peculiarities of the English language.
When One Teaches, Two Learn - An English Teacher in Korea Shares Her Story
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
In this article, an ITTT TEFL course graduate shares her experience teaching English in South Korea and how this made her pursue a career in teaching English long-term.
Games in the Classroom - The Antidote to Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
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The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers
What is Teacher Self-Analysis and Why is it Significant for Student and Teacher Relationships?
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Our TEFL graduate explains how self-analysis helps to enhance teaching and relationships with students.
What is The Role of The Teacher in an ESL Classroom?
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In this blog post, we will consider one more vision of the most important teaching qualities and roles.
A Road Map to Language Acquisition
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate considers English learning as a road map where grammar takes the central line.
What is The Future of Technology in The Classroom?
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Teaching Ideas
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Reasons Why Pronunciation is More Difficult for Adults than Children in El Salvador - TEFL Blog
Mon, 03 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Reasons Why Pronunciation is More Difficult for Adults than Children in El Salvador
Pronunciation problems in El Salvador is very common, as many know Spanish is the main Language in this country, people in El Salvador tend to speak their native Language all the time because this is what they feel more comfortable with, as there is not any other dialect, other than Spanish, they are taught English in school, English Is the only language taught in El Salvador in public schools, but only for those that can attend one, this is because there are many people that can't attend a school due to economic matter, family problems or due to the work that is done in their household many don't have time to study and there are kids that can't... [Read more]
Volunteer Teaching: Why I Decided to Become a Volunteer Teacher - TEFL Blog
Thu, 30 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Volunteer Teaching: Why I Decided to Become a Volunteer Teacher
For the past several years I have been working for a non-profit company that provides high-quality daycare and preschool education for financially disadvantaged children. The population we serve is diverse, but the majority of families in our particular centers are Latino. Although I am not employed in a classroom teaching position, I have a great deal of contact with the children and with their parents. Part of my responsibility is to conduct an intake interview with the parents to explain the policies of the school, and to do a health history of the child before he enters. These meetings take about forty minutes when the parent speaks English, and an hour or more... [Read more]
How My Passion For The Spanish Language Made Me Become An English Teacher Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 11 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
How My Passion For The Spanish Language Made Me Become An English Teacher Abroad
As a native English speaker, my first major foreign language experience began in 8th grade, where I had the option of studying either Spanish or French. I chose Spanish, as I'd always been drawn to the language and Latin American culture, and hoped to one day live in a Spanish speaking country. I studied the language throughout high school, but in the years afterward, it wasn't much of a priority and wasn't something I used on a regular basis.
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Our language classes were mainly structured around learning grammar and following the textbook.
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Problems for English students in Mexic?Quiero hablar Englés. Puedes enceñarme?? (I want to speak English. Can you teach me?) Living in a small tourist town in the northern part of Mexico, I have been asked this question many times. For the people living in a state that borders the united states, speaking English becomes a valued asset. Here in Creel, business owners want to be able to communicate with the tourists that come into their... [Read more]
My Foreign Language Experience and Why I Want to be TEFL/TESOL Certified - TEFL Blog
Wed, 25 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
My Foreign Language Experience and Why I Want to be TEFL/TESOL Certified
As someone of mixed heritage, I have always had an interest in learning about cultures other than the one I live in America. My father is Colombian and my mother is American, so growing up I felt obliged to learn more about the Colombian background I was fairly unfamiliar with.
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Work Abroad
English Teaching Plan
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How Can English Influence a Student's Career - TEFL Blog
Fri, 28 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
How Can English Influence a Student's Career
English is my first language, however, I studied Spanish throughout high school growing up in the Midwest and eventually received a Master's degree in Spanish Literature. I learned to speak Spanish very well after becoming a high school Spanish teacher for eight years and then a principal for elementary and secondary schools for 26 more years speaking Spanish to new immigrant students and parents the whole time.
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Bilingualism
Confidence
Advantages and Perspectives
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Where is the best place to teach English in Spain? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Where is the best place to teach English in Spain?
For TEFL-qualified teachers seeking the best places to teach English in Spain, top cities to consider include Madrid, the vibrant capital; Barcelona, known for its rich art and architecture; and Seville, the heart of Andalusian culture. Other noteworthy options include Granada and Palma de Mallorca, both of which offer unique cultural experiences and teaching opportunities.
Also read: How do I find a job teaching English in Spain?
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Madrid
Barcelona
Seville
Granada
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Madrid
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Where is the best place to teach English in Spain? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Where is the best place to teach English in Spain?
Teaching English opportunities in Spain are abundant and varied, presenting potential roles across towns and cities of all sizes. Yet, determining your perfect destination without first visiting the country can be challenging. If circumstances allow, visiting Spain first to get a sense of locations can be beneficial, but it is not feasible for most. Instead, this list of popular locations should help guide you in finding a place that meets with your preferences.
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Madrid
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A Lifetime Love for Language Learning - TEFL Blog
Mon, 25 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
A Lifetime Love for Language Learning
As a young child, I was, for some reason, obsessed with the idea of learning French. I tried a couple of languages, including Finnish at some point, but kept going back to French. I have no idea why because I was never exposed to the culture or the language itself at that age. I doubt I even knew anything about the country itself. I think I assumed learning French would make me sound smarter but, the joke's on younger me, I have no skill in French and never have. I tend to struggle with romance languages in general.
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My Personal Second Language Experience
My Choice
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Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home.
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How Teaching Slang Can Benefit Your ESL Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
In this post, an ITTT course graduate gives their opinion on why teaching slang can benefit your ESL students in the long run!
The Two Most Common Learning Difficulties For English Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on the two most common learning problems for English languages.
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How Parents Can Take Part in Their Children's Education - TEFL Blog
Mon, 29 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
How Parents Can Take Part in Their Children's Education
Parents have a definite role in the education of their children, especially if the language of the family is different from the target language of the children. Because of the closeness that should exist between parent and child, the first teachers in all areas of life should be the parent. However, due to the situations created in our society, this is not often the case. When one thinks of modern society, the difficulties that parents encounter in the role of the teacher can be seen.
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Parents' Responsibility
Planning inside the family
Center of the focus
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TEFL Spain - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Immediate Full Time Position For Efl Teacher In Spain
Immediate Full time Position For EFL Teacher in Spain
Date posted:2013-09-18 | Writer: Kedaro International | Email: [email protected]
Kedaro International, a private language school located in the southern region of Spain (bordering with Portugal and Seville), has an opening for a TEFL qualified teacher who is available for an immediate start. We work with both children and adults and also teach Spanish to people from other nationalities. The school is in Huelva, a very typical Spanish city, with a great climate, tasty foods and a low cost of living.
Essential requirements:
To apply for this position you MUST meet the following requirements:
1. Native level English Speaker
2. European Passport
3. A university degree and TEFL course
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• Teaching skills
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Rules of Phonetics and Phonology in ESL Teaching - TEFL Blog
Wed, 06 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Rules of Phonetics and Phonology in ESL Teaching
In my experience tutoring students in English as a foreign language, the most overlooked learning points were undoubtedly phonetics, phonology, and their connection to pronunciation. Occasionally, there would be a few students who specifically asked for materials that would allow them to perfect or improve their English accent. Some students even requested to receive tutoring in different accents such as the Australian accent. No matter what the request was, it became clear to me over time that the missing link when teaching pronunciation was its connection to phonology and phonetics. From this point on, I became incredibly interested in this topic.
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Difficulties in English Phonetics and Phonology: How Foreign Learners Can Master it - TEFL Blog
Fri, 28 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Difficulties in English Phonetics and Phonology: How Foreign Learners Can Master it
First and foremost I'd like to address why phonetics issues very early piqued my interest in teaching English for foreigners. Ever since childhood, I was surrounded by people with substantial articulatory and auditory phonetic problems, not so much with the acoustic ones.
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Natural Problems
Study Issues
Self-consciousness
Firstly, I attended the sign language and lip-reading courses.
Are my efforts worthwhile?
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TEFL Other Latin America - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl In Ecuador Cuenca 2
TEFL in Ecuador - Cuenca
Date posted:2006-01-16 | Writer: The Wall Street Team | Email: [email protected]
WHO? Native English Teachers who have a GREAT sense of humor, and/or energetic personality. College degree and TEFL or other related certification preferred. WHAT? Join the Wall Street Team and become an English teacher. A very relaxed teaching position with very little preparation required. Part time teacher needed. WHERE? Cuenca, EcuadorWHY? · Part-time salary: $210/month + $75 for rent. · Free use of Internet. · Free Spanish lessons. · Free access to cable television. · A very modern, appealing building. (http://photos1.blogger.com/img/271/1330/1024/PICT10443.jpg) · A truly awesome staff. We`re like... [Read more]
TEFL Other Latin America - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Tefl In Ecuador Cuenca 1
TEFL in Ecuador (Cuenca)
Date posted:2005-10-13 | Writer: esljobs | Email: [email protected]
WHO? Native English Teachers who have a GREAT sense of humor, and/or energetic personality. College degree and TEFL or other related certification preferred. WHAT? Join the Wall Street Team and become an English teacher. A very relaxed teaching position with very little preparation required. Full time and Part time teachers needed. WHERE? Cuenca, EcuadorWHEN? Train towards the end of December `05 and begin in January `06.WHY? · Part-time salary: $210/month + $50 for rent. · Full-time salary: $420/month + $100 for rent. · Free use of Internet. · Free Spanish lessons. · Free access to cable television. · A very modern,... [Read more]
What other jobs can I get with a TEFL certificate? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
What other jobs can I get with a TEFL certificate?
Although many with a TEFL certificate begin by teaching English in classrooms or online, the certification opens doors to diverse career opportunities. Options range from starting your own English tutoring business, consulting for educational programs, to roles in educational content creation. Whether you have extensive teaching experience or are a newcomer to the field, a TEFL certificate enhances your prospects in various education-related avenues.
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The many job options available to TEFL qualified teachers include:
Other jobs once you have gained some experience
The many job options available to TEFL qualified teachers include:
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What other jobs can I get with a TEFL certificate? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
What other jobs can I get with a TEFL certificate?
While it is true that the vast majority of newly qualified EFL teachers start out by working in a mainstream job, either online or in a traditional classroom abroad, there are other options out there for those who are looking for something a little different. Some of these options require a certain level of experience, while others are open to anyone regardless of their work history.
The many job options available to TEFL qualified teachers include:
Teaching English in your own country: Your TEFL certificate is valid worldwide, so you can also teach English as a second language in your own country. If there are a lot of non-native speakers, for example, immigrants in your area then this can be a good teaching opportunity.
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Common Challenges in English for Ecuadorian Learners - TEFL Blog
Fri, 14 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Common Challenges in English for Ecuadorian Learners
The native language in Ecuador is Quichua, an Inca language. It is spoken by the Indian population, but Spanish is the most common, widely spoken language. Besides Spanish, ten native languages are spoken in Ecuador. English is the most spoken foreign language amongst tourist providers and professionals. For this reason, English is taught in most schools as a Foreign Language.
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Lack of practice
Possible solution
Educational system
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How Teachers Benefit From a Second Language Learning Experience - TEFL Blog
Thu, 05 Dec 2019 Federico Riva
Teaching Ideas
How Teachers Benefit From a Second Language Learning Experience
Language acquisition is not an easy feat for anyone at any age, whether you are learning your first language as a baby or your fourth language as an adult. Learning foreign languages will always be difficult however, having a teacher that understands the challenge with first-hand knowledge, can make a huge difference to students.
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Ways of Acquiring Languages
Alumni Experience
Career Opportunities
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5 Ways How Teachers Can Increase Their Confidence in the Classroom - TEFL Blog
Wed, 24 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
5 Ways How Teachers Can Increase Their Confidence in the Classroom
I would say the hardest part about becoming a Teacher is having the confidence to face your students in the classroom. I speak from experience because this was a challenge for me in the beginning when I taught Spanish as a foreign language. My students were primary and high school students, essentially just kids, but this intimidated me the most about my job. In time you will indeed and should become more confident teaching in the classroom, as the saying goes…" practice makes perfect", right? However, there are some things a new teacher can do or be aware of to help increase their confidence in the classroom.
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Teaching English to Spanish Speakers - TEFL Blog
Tue, 14 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching English to Spanish Speakers
The accelerated growth of English as a global language has made people from all around the world realize how important this one is nowadays, even in our everyday life we find English words and content wherever we look, technology, movies, tv, business, and internet are only some of them. Therefore, people from different nationalities around the globe, show a lot of interest in learning the English language. This time we are going to focus on Latin and Hispanic students and the challenges that these Spanish speakers encounter when learning English.
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Differences between Spanish and Latino Students
Common roots
Challenges in English
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Speech Impediment - How to Detect and Fix It - TEFL Blog
Fri, 26 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Speech Impediment - How to Detect and Fix It
"My sweater. I cannot find my sweater. Can you help me look for?"
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Final
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I scratched my head. Sweater? I kicked myself for agreeing to help Rosa in the study hall. Our teacher, Mr. Randall, had told me she was struggling with basic grammar and thought I might be able to help since I had spent a lot of time in Mexico and had a good grasp of both English and Spanish. Now not only did we have to go over the nitty-gritty of grammar, but she also had a lisp or something. Great, as if the grammar wasn't enough.
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Awesome Insights into Teaching Italian Beginner Students - TEFL Blog
Thu, 07 Mar 2019 Jon ITTT
Alumni Experiences
Awesome Insights into Teaching Italian Beginner Students
When starting a career in teaching, regardless of age,gender and nationality, a prospective teacher should always bear in mind one fundamental skill:patience. This particular talent is what I personally believe distinguishes a competent teacher from the incompetent one, and is crucial in establishing the overall success of each and every student. So, how patient should teachers be and, particularly, how patient should the teachers at beginner levels be?
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The influence of the student's first language
Problems with possessives, prepositions and plurals
Knowing when to correct
Patience is key
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How Can Reading Influence Language Acquisition? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 03 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
How Can Reading Influence Language Acquisition?
Spanish is my mother tongue; however, I also managed to learn English and French at a young age. Both of these languages stuck with me even years after I had left the countries where I learned them.
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Language Exposure Period
Modern Technologies
Influence of Books
Speaking
Vocabulary
Writing
Listening
Speaking
Grammar
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Language Exposure Period
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Foreign Language Experience and How it Helps With EFL Training - TEFL Blog
Sun, 29 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Foreign Language Experience and How it Helps With EFL Training
In the following essay, I have chosen to explain my late-in-life interest in becoming certified as an EFL teacher, based on my background with foreign language experience, which began at an early age.
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My Story
First Step
Local Culture
Future Possibilities
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My Story
I was what some would call an early bloomer. As a baby, my mother read to me at night until I fell asleep. By the age of 2, I could speak in simple but... [Read more]