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Ideas on How to Improve English Skills as a Non-Native English Teacher   Are you a non-native English Teacher? Do you want to provide your students with outstanding English lessons, but sometimes you are unaware of your English Skills as a learner? This live stream is just for you! If you are a C1 level speaker, you still may struggle with the most controversial topics. We will discuss some common problems non-native English teachers face and brainstorm ideas on how to fix them. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere...  [Read more]

5 Ideas How You Can Use Your TEFL Certificate to Make Money   Are you considering enrolling in a TEFL course, or have you already obtained a TEFL certificate with ITTT? Then, this live stream is right for you! Our TEFL/TESOL expert, Liza, will share several helpful ideas on utilizing your certificate at 100%. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Fri, 01 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Best Classroom Management Techniques to Use Classroom management is the most crucial aspect of facilitating education. With no classroom management the class does not know what to do and becomes chaotic. With encompassing and nuanced management the class will run as efficiently as possible. Table of Contents Starting from scratch Teacher's attitude Grouping Preparing for work Instructions Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dirk K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Starting from scratch Classroom management starts on day one. Educators utilize it to learn about their...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Establish Rapport with Your Class from the First Lesson Every teacher in his/her career is faced with the first lesson in a new class. This lesson is vital for the teacher to establish rapport and set the tone for the rest of the course. Table of Contents But how does he/she do it? Several factors can be counted. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Irina B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. But how does he/she do it? Several factors can be counted. First of all the teacher should introduce her/himself and write her/his name on the board, in case the students forget it....  [Read more]

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Classroom Management is Important Classroom management is one of the most important aspects of teaching. This is because students need a learning-friendly environment to feel safe, which makes the students more willing to actively participate and learn. This learning-friendly environment can be achieved in many ways such as, how the teacher gives instructions, maintains discipline, establishes rapport, arranges the classroom, groups students together, the way they talk to the students, and so on. I am only going to touch on a few of these topics that I think are the most important in managing a classroom. Table of Contents Classroom arrangements Instructions Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related...  [Read more]

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Reduce Teacher Talk Time The main goal of reducing teacher talk time or TTT is to have the teacher speaking less and the students engaging more. This essay will explore the benefits of doing this for the teacher and student, complications that could arise and how to deal with them, and how this can be implemented into any ESL lesson. It will cover a few key areas in an ESA lesson such as planning, questioning, student participation, silence, and instructions. Table of Contents Instructions Planning Classroom discipline Students participation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Benjamin R. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Organize Activities for Students with Shorter Attention Spans The previous teaching method in Malaysia used to be chalk and talk. Chalk and talk method are much more on teacher talking rather the students. The teacher will be the one who talks and students just to listen or receive the information from the teacher. In this case, it will become a problem for those students with shorter attention spans and the other students will lose attention easily as well. This method also cannot evaluate a student's understanding of the lessons that have been taught. The teacher should plan a lesson that includes explanations/elicits, activities to strengthen student's understanding and evaluate student's understanding. Usually, students...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Impact of Nonverbal and Body Language Communication in the Classroom Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas It goes without saying that verbal instructions are vital in the classroom, however, nonverbal instructions can be equally important. In this post, an ITTT graduate provides their own insight into the importance of nonverbal communication and body language when teaching English. Teaching Multiple Tenses: Should You Do It and If So Which Ones? Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching the tense system is a major part of any ESL teacher's job. In this post, a TEFL course graduate looks at how teaching more than one tense at once can save the teacher time and improve results for the students. ...  [Read more]

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Creating a Comfortable Learning Environment: Classroom Management Strategies The teacher's role is to catch the interest of the students and to give them confidence. Getting the students involved in the lesson will also help to prevent most of the disciplinary problems. Table of Contents 1. Get to know your students 2. Non-verbal communication 3. Using equipment 4. Proper directions 5. Teacher talking time Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Marie Alice C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. 1. Get to know your students The first thing is for the teacher to try to know his students....  [Read more]

Thu, 28 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 3 Ideas on How to Enhance Your Classroom Experience Classroom Management is a skill that a teacher must try to learn and gain. This skill is a skill of managing the class, organizing the class and the classroom, having a relaxed manner, and maintaining discipline. As a teacher, it's not easy to have a relaxed manner and maintain discipline at the same time. To achieve this goal the teacher needs to know how to balance. How a class is managed effectively and efficiently can affect how students perform in the class. Which is another word that means the classroom management decides the environment of studying? Table of Contents 1. Classroom arrangement 2. Establish rapport Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today!...  [Read more]

Wed, 18 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is “Observed Teaching Practice” and Why do You Need it in Your Classroom? Observation is an essential element in the teaching-learning process. It is a powerful tool that is underestimated by some teachers, the fact which in its turn hinders the progress of the students and slows down the teacher's professional development. Observation can be viewed from different aspects such as peer observation, self-observation, and observation of the students at the lesson. Table of Contents Peer Observation Self Observation Observation of the Students at the lesson Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alina S. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 3 Steps to Teaching Mixed Ability ESL Students Effectively It is well known that the population of students in the same class is usually heterogeneous. In other words, all students have different learning abilities, talents, intelligence, interests, and maturity level. A teacher's task is to understand how to help each student to learn best. Educators use various teaching techniques, methods, and tools to reach students' needs. There are different ways to teach the classes with mixed learning abilities, and among them are the strategies that work well in the multilevel classes. Table of Contents 1. Testing the students' level 2. The principles of instruction 3. Variations in classroom management...  [Read more]

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Learning Difficulties: ✅ Not a Roadblock that Can't be Overcome Everyone has a personal genius. It's not up to us to change people, but rather to help individuals be the best they can be with the skills, strengths, and abilities they already possess. The way we go about teaching individuals with learning disabilities will require us to be creative, looking beyond conventional teaching methods. Humility will also be necessary, for we may be the problem rather than the learning disability itself. Will we be humble enough to accept this truth and then use it to improve our skills as teachers? As teachers, the ability to look outside the box and to be able to assess ourselves honestly will be...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker ITTT TEFL After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer. Read my articles Feeling Comfortable Making Mistakes Can Really Help a Student’s Language Learning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas When learning a new language most students have some level of fear about making mistakes when practicing what they have learned. In this post, an ITTT graduate explains how her own foreign language experience has shaped her teaching philosophy. Top Tips for Teaching EFL in a Kindergarten | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni...  [Read more]

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Important Features of OTP Observation is an essential element in the teaching-learning process. It is a powerful tool that is underestimated by some teachers, the fact which in its turn hinders the progress of the students and slows down the teacher's professional development. Observation can be viewed from different aspects such as peer observation, self-observation, and observation of the students at the lesson. Table of Contents Peer Observation Self Observation Observation of the Students at the lesson Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alina S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences How to Structure your Study Phase To Target Productive Skills In today's cosmopolitan world, the noticeable necessity of mastery over foreign languages apart from one's native language is motivating manifold people to consider improving this particular ability which results in an increasing demand for language learning courses and services. Among the major purposes of language learning, communication and language production are definitely much more measurable and outstanding, specifically through productive skills, including writing and speaking. In terms of pedagogy, the following is a suggested procedure that can be taken into account while teaching productive skills after the engagement phase is applied and...  [Read more]

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Individual Lessons vs. Group Lessons: What Works Best for Teachers? Teaching is probably one of the most rewarding professions that can exist. I've always dreamed to be a teacher, being able to make a difference and be the one students can look up to. This opportunity was given to me when an English training institute from China called Web international English (also called Web) hired me as an ESL teacher. The web is a private English school which provides different class sizes such as VIP(1 to 1), Private(1 to 4), Salon(1 to 10) and Social(1 to 25+). These various courses helped me to differentiate and experience the difference between teaching one to one and groups. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Options for Private...  [Read more]

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Implement The ESA Approach in Your Classroom Teaching a real class, first, we need to mention the rapport between teachers and students. What makes a good teacher and a good learner are tend to be "student-centered" class than "teacher-centered", which means teachers' talking time is less than students'. Being a good teacher will always remind and encourage learners about their learning motivations and interests. Table of Contents Lesson Planning ESA Method Patterns Choice of Activities in the ESA Lesson Body Language Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Crystal D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How do We as a Teacher Encourage ESL Students? As a teacher of English as a second language, it is our responsibility to do as much as we can to encourage students to learn English as a second language. There are many different factors to be considered when we think about methods or techniques to use to accomplish a high level of encouragement in our classes. Table of Contents Techniques to help encourage students. Visual aids. Classroom set up. Positive re-enforcement. Giving clear instructions. Meeting the needs of all students. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Richard K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Mastering Language Instruction: The Power of ESA Methodology and Course Structure Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Unlock the secrets of effective language teaching with the ESA methodology. Learn how structure and engagement boost student learning. The Teaching Dilemma: Group vs. One-to-One Lessons Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Explore the pros and cons of group vs. one-to-one language lessons in this insightful blog. Discover which teaching approach suits you best as a teacher and which offers students a more personalized learning experience. Classroom Management in the Digital Age: Tips and Tactics Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Revamp your teaching with...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories How to Assist Students in Developing their Receptive Skills Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Discover effective strategies to enhance your language learning journey. Explore the importance of reading skills, context clues, and authentic materials. The Effectiveness of the ESA Method in Teaching English as an L2 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the adaptable and student-centered ESA method, a proven framework for teaching English as an L2 effectively. Learn how it enhances real-life language use and promotes interactive learning. Mastering Language Instruction: The Power of ESA Methodology and Course Structure Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Unlock the...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Top 5 Mistakes ESL Teachers Make And How to Avoid Them In this article, we share the most common teaching mistakes that even experienced teachers do in their everyday work. Read what are they and how to avoid them. Table of Contents 1. Unlimited Teacher Talking Time 2. Unclear Instructions 3. Echoing 4. Asking "Do you understand?" 5. Not letting students finish Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: 1. Unlimited Teacher Talking Time Teacher Talk Time (short: TTT) is an important teaching point and skill to practice. The more a teacher talks, the less the students have time to work on their speaking abilities during the lesson. Reducing TTT depends on proper planning, so remember to focus on...  [Read more]

Older Posts The Best Materials For Teaching English Online Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover a world of possibilities in online teaching with engaging tools. Explore diverse categories of resources for effective remote education. How to Teach ESL as a Volunteer - A Complete Guide Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Why should you volunteer? Where can you volunteer? What are some of the different options you can undertake as a volunteer? By considering these three questions we should gain a clearer overall picture of the possibilities of volunteer ESL English teaching. How to Assist Students in Developing their Receptive Skills Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Discover effective strategies to enhance...  [Read more]

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 Michela Coticone TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Interesting Ideas for Having an Effective ESL Circle Time Teaching a new language to children can come with many challenges because there is limited time and sometimes limited attention spans. To effectively teach a new language, children need to have a feeling of confidence in the fact that they can perform what they are being taught, and the element of having fun while learning. Children, just like adults, need repetition to effectively learn a task. Repetition Repetition alias Drilling: Is it an Effective Way to Remember Language Points? will allow a child to mentally prepare themselves for a task that will happen at a certain time of the day, therefore they can begin to anticipate what their...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Effective Classroom Management Establishes the Foundations for Successful Learning ESL teachers implement a variety of strategies to help students learn English as a second language. Even with a repertoire of methodologies, activities, and resources, however, teachers still find that some students fall short of reaching their academic goals. This is especially apparent with younger learners who may not have an intrinsic motivation for studying English. Many efforts on the parts of teachers may fail because learning is a process that fundamentally begins with effective classroom management: the connections between teachers and learners, the establishment and following of class rules, the use of daily routines, the strategies for...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Preventing Favouritism in Class: A Teacher’s Perspective Lourien Prinsloo TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The majority of battles we face in life can only be fought effectively if we have a clear understanding of the enemy. In this post, I will explain favouritism and offer guidance for preventing favouritism in the classroom. School Meetings: What are they about? Anna Bondar Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Let's take a look at the different types of school meetings most teachers have to go through when teaching English as a foreign language. An Overview of Stephen Krashen's Theories of Second Language Acquisition Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Teaching Ideas If you are a teacher of a foreign language,...  [Read more]

Tue, 12 Jun 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 10 Tips to Help Your Students Follow Directions When Teaching English Abroad Giving directions as a teacher to non-native English speakers in an EFL classroom often requires a set of techniques to ensure the students truly understand the directions and can follow them how you want them to. The following 10 tips to help your students follow directions when teaching English abroad work for students of all ages and levels but are especially useful for English learners of young ages or low levels. Table of Contents 1. Ask for Their Attention 2. Minimize Distractions 3. Speak Quietly 4. Break Down Instructions 5. Number Your Directions 6. Be Precise 7. Wait Before Repeating 8. Don't Ask "Do You Understand?" 9. Rephrase Questions 10. Use...  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Interactive Whiteboard in a Young Learner's ESL Class Interactive whiteboards have been around since the turn of the millennium. They have been implemented and studied in multiple ESL classrooms, primary schools, and language centers in order to find the best practices. The American Council of the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) acknowledges the importance of using technology, such as the interactive whiteboard, to support and enhance classroom-based instructions (Segni & Davidson, 2019). In order for the interactive whiteboard to be used effectively to take advantage of learning opportunities and support children's learning, it is important to use it skillfully in education. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What...  [Read more]

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Adjust Your Teaching Style to Multilingual and Monolingual Students Multilingual classes are most commonly found in English speaking countries where students of diverse nationalities live. For example, some schools in the U.S require students of a different nationality to take ESL classes. Multilingual classes can be a great advantage for students and teachers alike because the students' only means of communicating with each other is likely through the English language. Table of Contents Multilingual Learners' Experience Anticipated Problems Ways to Solve Problems Monolingual Learners' Experience Anticipated Problems Ways to Solve Problems Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Most Effective Strategies to Teach Reading Reading competence involves making sense of the written text and requires the complex interaction of knowledge and skills. When children learn to read, they need to learn to integrate the use of visual, phonological and semantic cues and relate to their own experience to construct meaning. An effective reading instruction thus involves a combination of phonological instruction (decoding) and whole language (reading for meaning), with the use of authentic literary experience. This paper will provide a summary of essential areas of reading instruction, coupled with various strategies that I have used in my work as an educational psychologist and teacher, helping young children to read....  [Read more]