How To Evaluate Esl Students

Sun, 07 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Evaluation and Testing in EFL and ESL Classrooms Most of us grew up being constantly evaluated by taking a wide variety of tests for all kinds of subjects, all with the goal to show how much you know and how capable are you. Throughout school years teachers evaluate your performance, and your knowledge they based on of on the results from several quizzes, exams, and tests, and commonly based on results they know how to approach each student's needs, or so they assume that the standardized score is accurate. Growing up you learn whether or not you are a test taker, you will find those who do amazing on tests but do not really pay attention in class, you will also find those who get really nervous and struggle but still do well, and...  [Read more]

Cheap TEFL Program Check out tefl tesol about Cheap TEFL Program 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 V.B. - U.S.A. said: Multiple IntelligencesOver twenty years ago, teachers only know of one type of intelligence and spent time developing that intelligence in their classroom. However, there are other intelligences that also should be nurtured and evaluated. According to Howard Gardner, there are eight intelligences total: verbal/linguistic, logical/mathematical, visual/spatial, bodily/kinesthetic, musical/rhythmic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, naturalistic, and existential...  [Read more]

Dates Easy TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Dates Easy TEFL 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 B.W. - U.S.A. said: Teaching Self AnalysisWhat makes a good teacher? Or better yet what makes you a good teacher? In every job or as in so many things in life you are evaluated. Even if there is no formal evaluation you will do so in your mind. Acquiring new skills or better your existing skill requires evaluation. How can you know what you need to improve upon if you don?t evaluate those things .I think if you truly care about what you are doing or what your students are getting out of...  [Read more]

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Testing and Evaluation as a Vital Part of ESL Teaching No enterprise or activity can be said to be successful or to have failed in life without some forms of standards against which the goals and objectives of the activity are measured and assessed. This also applies to the activity of teaching and learning in the classroom, where the learning goals are assessed and evaluated during and after the activity and at the end of a specific period. Table of Contents For clarity, it will be important to explain the difference between test and evaluation Placement Test Progress Test Examination Evaluation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

Older Posts TEFL Ice Breakers: What You Need to Know Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Ice breakers as the name implies are activities (often games) used to introduce the teacher to the students, to each other and vice-verca. These activities allow the group to get to know each other in a friendly, fun atmosphere as we will describe. Ice breakers can be used for all levels of ESL student. TEFL for Beginners: Top Tips to Know Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog we discuss some of the fundamentals of the industry, include general terminology, application for teaching posts and typical qualification requirements. As the points are general in nature, some information may not apply to specific situations and you should always do your own...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Receptive Skills as a Bridge to Deeper Language Understanding Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate considers the importance of teaching receptive skills and explains what they provide students with. The Importance of Using Games in the ESL Environment Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, you will learn why games are crucial for ESL teaching and find out some strategies for effective usage in your practice. What Makes ESL Kindergarten so Challenging for Teachers? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on why teaching English to kindergarten students can be complicated. The Secrets of Organizing Any ESL Classroom...  [Read more]

Tue, 05 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Parts Of a Good Lesson Plan Planning a lesson is of key importance to a teacher because it prepares him/her to manage learner behavior and create the perfect learning environment for its students. During the lesson planning phase, a teacher decides upon the goals, activities, resources, timing, grouping and other aspects of a lesson (Richards & Renandya, 2002). Table of Contents What is a Lesson Plan For? Stages Lesson Planning Approaches Parts of an Effective Lesson Plan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Pulkesh M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. What is a Lesson Plan...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have With the advent of online teaching making such a large part of the ESL market, we need to be aware of some teaching skills for that area. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Pronunciation Grammar Knowledge Teaching Methodology Classroom Management Online Teaching Skills Monitoring Student Motivation Leson Design Social Media Management Business Development 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 Pronunciation The first skill to consider which is absolutely important for ESL teachers, both native and non-native is...  [Read more]

Part-Time English Teacher Wanted in France Date posted:2022-01-16 | Writer: Fénelon - Notre Dame | Email: [email protected] The Filière Internationale of the Fénelon Notre Dame school has an opening for a qualified part-time teacher of English at the primary level as well as at 6th to 10th grade levels. Job Summary- Provide a welcoming, safe, and supportive learning environment-Assume responsibility for the planning and effective delivery of courses, in relation to the curriculum objectives-Evaluate, monitor, and record student progress and achievement-Establish a positive and dynamic environment that encourages participation-Collaborate with other teachers and participate in team meetingsInform parents of students' progress by way of report cards, conferences, and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Stories for Teaching English to Different Groups of Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their ideas on how to implement different stories considering students' age. Top Tips for Embedding Games into Your Classroom Routine | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find information on why and how to use games in your lessons. The Basics of Planning and Reviewing a Lesson | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles What Makes ESL Kindergarten so Challenging for Teachers? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on why teaching English to kindergarten students can be complicated. The Secrets of Organizing Any ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our recent TEFL graduate provides us with several strategies to organize an ESL classroom for effective work. Features of ESL Games in the Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Why Course Materials are Important Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post overviews the problem of classroom materials. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the problem. What Should be Considered When Teaching English as a Global Language? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Global status of English influences relation to this language. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how to organize teaching considering this point. What Does Good Classroom Management Look Like? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their opinion on the way good classroom management looks like. Team-teaching: The Good and The Ugly Amanda Stern Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 Sarah Jennings TEFL Information Professional Development for EFL Teachers Obtaining a TEFL certification marks the onset of your journey as an EFL teacher. Truth be told, it's merely the tip of the iceberg!After all, there's always room for improvement. Staying abreast of the latest advancements in English language teaching isn't just commendable; it's essential. This not only benefits your students in their language learning journey but also fosters your growth as an EFL educator.While some educational institutions may provide ongoing training opportunities for their faculty, those operating outside the conventional classroom setting or as independent contractors will benefit professional development.Thankfully, ITTT provides a range of specialised courses and a...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Top Tips for Giving Feedback and Correction Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas How and when we give feedback will depend to a great extent upon the aims and objectives of the lesson. Here we discuss some of the general background to feedback and correction, when and how should it be given. Most Asked Questions about Teaching English Online Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Online teaching has much in common with teaching in a traditional classroom. There are however some fundamental differences, particularly in class make-up and the use of equipment. By considering a number of “Frequently asked questions”, we will look at some of these issues. What criteria should be used to evaluate...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How TEFL Teacher Impacts ESL Students' Life Everyone can remember the different ways teachers impacted their life, whether good or bad. In modern-day society, a teacher's role in education extends beyond just 'educating' and 'passing along the information to students, with teachers adopting myriad roles in the classroom setting and the students' personal life. Beyond educating, teachers can mentor students, be positive role models, encourage social inclusion, nurture student's development and interests, create a safe and welcoming environment for students, and look for signs of trouble. This essay will discuss the myriad roles teachers play in contemporary classroom contexts and the benefits of...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 7 Amazing Back-to-School Ideas for Your ESL Class Listen to this blog post: Schools are starting again and students and teachers flock back to the classroom. Check out these simple and powerful back-to-school ideas and your students will surely remember this first lesson of yours for a long time! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Give a Report 2. Weekly Journal 3. Information Gap 4. My Dream Job 5. Our Class Policies 6. Give a Speech 7. Survey your Classmates Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! 1. Give a Report Have your students write a short report (or let them do it verbally) about something newsworthy that happened...  [Read more]

Ahmed Taha Ahmed El-Sayed Taha is an Egyptian certified IB English Teacher at different international schools. He has different contributions to the field of learning and teaching through attending and leading different webinars and workshops He is a holder of a Master degree in Education from the University of South Wales. He is a holder of different diplomas and certificates like the TESOL and CTEYL from the ITTT, Teaching for success courses the 3 series from the British Council (MENA). He also attended more than 30 workshops led by the International Baccalaureate, Cambridge University and Oxford University. A Certified English speaker from the British Council (London advanced and Edinburgh diplomas C Level). Read my articles Action and Service: Nurturing Responsible Students in IB...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles The Importance of a Teacher in Early Childhood Education | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the teacher's roles in early childhood education. Motivation as the Core of Students' Learning Process | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on motivation as a center of the learning process. How Materials are Incorporated in Teaching English Online | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [Read more]

Wed, 27 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Importance of Evaluation and Testing in an Educational System Although evaluation and testing are considered to be a 'necessary evil' by some teachers and students, it is quite absurd to call them so. Evaluation and testing should never be seen as 'evil', although they are certainly 'necessary' within a properly functioning educational system. It can be argued that no serious study is possible without evaluation and testing as they are surely the best way of judging the capabilities and progress of a student, and a serious motivation for reaching new goals. Table of Contents Distinctions Between Evaluation and Testing The Purpose of Evaluation and Testing The Importance of Planning and Instructions Common Types of...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Benefits of a TEFL Certificate for Your Career Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains how you can benefit from obtaining a TEFL certificate. The Two Teaching Scenarios: Individual and Group Teaching Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post contains information on the two modes of teaching: group and one to one. English Transforming Students’ Future Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How English can transform students' future? In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts. American and British English: Color or Colour? A Brief History and Notable Differences Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What's the difference between British English and...  [Read more]

Online Certified ESL Teachers Needed Date posted:2023-11-08 | Writer: English Partners | Email: [email protected] English Partners is looking for enthusiastic, flexible, professional, and dedicated TESL teachers. We are seeking professionals to provide active, student-centered classes. We believe in a communicative approach where grammar plays a strategic role in oral production. Teachers are encouraged to prepare extra materials to support their students' learning processes. We expect you to have the necessary skills to strategically engage your students on-line. All of your students will be professional adults based in Chile.• 60-90 min. classes with business professionals.• One-on-one and small group classes.• Scheduled students for 2–6-month periods.What makes us...  [Read more]

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Functions of an ESL Teacher in Class Every English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher desires to successfully teach their students how to proficiently speak, understand, and use the English language. English is a very complex language, and teaching it presents many challenges. Because of this, an ESL teacher must be willing and able to take on various roles throughout the teaching of a lesson. During a typical ESL lesson, a teacher will have some, or all, of the following roles: a manager or controller, an organizer, an observer, an assessor, a prompter, a participant, and a resource or facilitator. Table of Contents Management Observation Assessment Prompt Participation Facilitation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a...  [Read more]

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Lesson Planning for Perfect Results For any work to yield the best results, it has to be efficiently executed for which meticulous planning is a must. Teaching is a very responsible work which decides the careers and hence the lives of students. Teaching is not just a routine job that can be done impromptu. Hence it has to be planned. Table of Contents Anticipating Challenges Lesson Plan Components Evaluation and Testing Flexibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Eshita P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles The Natural Way of Learning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares his thoughts on the natural way of learning. Grammar as a Foundation for Skyscrapers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on why grammar is so important. Commonly Mispronounced Sounds by Chinese Native Speakers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Evaluation and Testing: What is the Necessity? During the grammar lessons of learning English, the aspect of tenses is inevitable. Tenses could be passed, present or future which could further be broken up into simple past, simple present or future continuous just to highlight a few. The past tense is important because it gives one some background information about an event when such an event is assessed. Table of Contents What is testing? What is evaluation? Why is it important for students and teachers? Course review Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate David K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs...  [Read more]

Sat, 15 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Important Reasons to Use Games in The Classroom "Learning is not a game, although you learn by playing" Table of Contents 1. Useful Method 2. Students' Needs 3. Rapport Between Students 4. Way of Evaluation 5. Encouragement Listen to this blog post Are you ready to work with ESL students abroad? Related Articles: When we teach it is not only a matter of writing on the board and expecting the students to absorb all the information and knowledge we have, it's a matter of thinking and sharing what we know with the students. The best way of doing this is by connecting with them through games. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Juan G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Traditional Point of View on The Teaching Job According to the Merriam Webster dictionary, a teacher is defined as one who teaches or ones whose occupation is to instruct. A good definition however in today's society I believe that the teacher's role has more meaning and is not that simple. And as the years go by it has continued to grow. Before starting my career as a teacher I highly agreed with the first definition but after spending a little over six months inside of the classroom I realize how much more a teacher role can be. The role of a teacher not only fosters the growth in students academically but also provides mentoring, role modeling and several other components. Table of Contents Mentor Role Model Atmosphere Creator...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teacher Roles and Responsibilities in an ESL Classroom Teachers play an intricate role in children's formative years, both intellectually and socially. For schools to have a positive effect on children, they will be dependent on good teachers. A good teacher has many specific attributes with some being professional roles they have and others being embedded in their personality. Table of Contents Management Evaluation Organization Attitude Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Shelby W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Management During the class, the teacher must be able to...  [Read more]

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Role of Teachers in Students ESL Journey I think the teacher plays an important part in teaching English. And to be an English teacher needed professional teaching methods and cultural background. Because for many learners, the teacher is the font of all knowledge on English grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation, and in these areas, they have particular responsibility and authority. At the same time, in different lesson parts, teachers need to switch roles to help students learn English. Table of Contents Lesson Stages Teacher's Comfort Encouragement Skills Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Shu Y. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Self-Analysis in Teaching EFL/ESL Classroom Teachers need to continuously monitor and evaluate their teaching techniques so that they can better prepare themselves to address unpredictable situations, as well as set realistic expectations for themselves and their students. The ultimate objective is to improve the quality of the service that is being provided and guarantee the effectiveness of the overall environment, resources, communication, and teaching techniques. Self-analysis is also about identifying thinking patterns and habits that are counterproductive and why and how they can be managed. What is more, the practice of self-analysis certainly generates more motivation to dig deeper and begin identifying and addressing...  [Read more]