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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.
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How Filipinos Acquire English as Their Second Language | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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This article is written by our student from the Philippines. They explain the ways people in that region acquire English.
Going Out of the Classroom: What Games and Activities Can Be Used? | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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This article is about outdoor activities. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts.
A Teacher’s Image in the Students’ Eyes | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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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.
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Storytelling as a Part of Learning English as a Second Language in Early Childhood | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching ESL students with the help of storytelling. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points and reasons for using storytelling in the ESL/EFL classroom.
Why Reading is a Skill to Teach in ESL Education | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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Review from TEFL Students in Corinth
These four TEFL graduates enjoyed their in-class training course in Corinth, Greece. They got along well with the fellow trainees and enjoyed meeting new people and learning how to teach English as a Second Language. The training center in Corinth has spacious classrooms equipped with all the tools you will need to successfully complete your TEFL training. By the end of the course, every trainee will have completed up to 10 teaching practice sessions with real EFL students at the school and will be ready to teach overseas.
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The Principal Differences Between The First and Second Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Tue, 15 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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The Principal Differences Between The First and Second Language Acquisition
Second language acquisition is used to refer to any language other than the first language, so it refers to the acquisition of any language after the acquisition of the mother tongue.
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How do we learn languages?
Why does a person need to learn a second language?
What is assimilation?
What is developing during second language acquisition?
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How do we learn languages?
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The Differences Between Learning Your First Language vs. A Second One - TEFL Blog
Mon, 20 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Differences Between Learning Your First Language vs. A Second One
Learning a second language can feel like stepping into a whole new world compared to the way you learned your first language. When you learn your first language, you take in that language in a very natural and organic way compared to the way you might obtain your second language. The first language you learn is what you hear from infancy as you grow up, as it's the language you hear at home, on tv, at school and etc. And your second language will mostly be something you are taught in classroom which is not the same type of experience that you get from learning in your actual living environment.
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Extra knowledge
Differences in concepts
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The Differences of Acquiring Mandarin Chinese as the First Language and English as the Second - TEFL Blog
Wed, 05 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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The Differences of Acquiring Mandarin Chinese as the First Language and English as the Second
This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Susan T S G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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Background
Definition of First vs Second Language
My Own Experiences with Acquired vs Learning Languages
Sentence Structures
Verbs and Alphabets
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Background
Singapore is a multilingual and multi-ethnic society. We have four official languages Malay, English, Chinese (Mandarin), and Tamil, with Malay as our... [Read more]
Top Tips for Language Learning for Career Advancement - TEFL Blog
Mon, 29 Jan 2024 Luciana Campos
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Top Tips for Language Learning for Career Advancement
In today's interconnected and globalized world, learning a foreign language can significantly enhance career prospects. Several popular languages can be particularly beneficial for career growth. According to a blog by Graduate Coach, English, Chinese, Spanish, and Portuguese are among the most popular languages for career advancement. The ability to speak, explain, and negotiate in another language makes an individual more employable, increases confidence. It even can lead us to a higher salary. Additionally, learning a new language can improve business acumen, communication skills, and cultural awareness. These are all highly valued skills in the professional... [Read more]
The Principles of Second Language Acquisition by Young Learners and Adults - TEFL Blog
Mon, 27 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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The Principles of Second Language Acquisition by Young Learners and Adults
What makes the language learning experience so different for young learners compared to adult learners? How do adults and children acquire a second language differently? What benefits do young learners possess over adults when it comes to acquiring a second language and vice versa? The following essay attempts to provide an answer to these questions but more importantly, discuss the general differences between 1st language and 2nd language acquisition in young and adult learners.
Table of Contents
To start off, let's take a look at what language acquisition even is.
2nd Language Acquisition
Differences between young students and adults
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Second Language Acquisition: Young learners vs. Adults - TEFL Blog
Fri, 03 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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Second Language Acquisition: Young learners vs. Adults
What makes the language learning experience so different for young learners compared to adult learners? How do adults and children acquire a second language differently? What benefits do young learners possess over adults when it comes to acquiring a second language and vice versa? The following essay attempts to provide an answer to these questions but more importantly, discuss the general differences between 1st language and 2nd language acquisition in young and adult learners.
Table of Contents
The Essence of Language Acquisition
Differences Between L1 and L2 for Kids and Adults
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Native Language Experience in Second Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Tue, 17 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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Native Language Experience in Second Language Acquisition
A language is a tool for people to communicate, so there must be some connections among different languages, include similarities and differences. If we can use their similarities properly and pay attention to differences, different languages can be interlinked. Therefore, the first language not only has a positive impact but also hurts second language acquisition. We call these effects 'language transfer'. There are two kinds of language transfer, positive transfer, and negative transfer.
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Benefits and Drawbacks
Research in the Field
Anticipated Problems
Results
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The Difference Between First and Second Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Tue, 17 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Difference Between First and Second Language Acquisition
In this course, there were many ideas presented about the best way to teach English as a foreign language, from lesson planning to the activities, to the way the lesson is structured. All of these things were discussed, keeping in mind that learning a 2nd language is very different from the way we learn our first language.
Table of Contents
Native Language Experience
Second Language Experience
Lesson Planning
Learning Process in Specific Cases
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Strategies On How To Learn A Language From Scratch: Tips For the English Teacher - TEFL Blog
Thu, 11 Nov 2021 Hadassah Roberts
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Strategies On How To Learn A Language From Scratch: Tips For the English Teacher
Learning a second language is something many English teachers need to undertake. Having good strategies to use is key to learning successfully.
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How to Learn a Second Language from Scratch
Start at the very beginning.
Ways to Learn Your First Vocabulary
Strategies On How to Learn to Use Vocabulary in Practical Ways
Final Steps in Learning A Language
Conclusion
Over to You
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The need to learn a second language is a growing need as international travel and living increases. This is especially true for English teachers.
An estimated... [Read more]
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T.V. - Colombia said:
1st language vs 2nd language acquisition 1. Introduction
2. Differences between L1 and L2
a) Age
b) Speed
c) Corrections
d) Depth of knowledge
e) Success
3. Conclusion
4. References
1st language vs. 2nd language acquisition (15)
In our everyday lives, the origin of our ability to communicate is usually not taken into consideration. Now, if we closely analyze the ability for a person to learn a language to total fluency without a conscious effort, we... [Read more]
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T.H. - Costa Rica said:
Neurological considerationsIn 1960, issues of language acquisition were addressed. Paul Broca, a French neurologist and Karl Wernicke, a German neurologist, developed theories of brain lateralization. They proved that there are major areas in the left hemisphere of the brain responsible for language.
Humans have a natural foundation to acquire language, a genetically determined capacity. In 1969 there was a critical period in the assumption that there is a... [Read more]
1st Language vs. 2nd Language Acquisition: How and TEFL Instructors Must Learn from the First to Better Teach the Second - TEFL Blog
Mon, 06 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
1st Language vs. 2nd Language Acquisition: How and TEFL Instructors Must Learn from the First to Better Teach the Second
The contrast between primary language acquisition and second language learning interests professional linguists, language pedagogues, and ordinary students alike. To say that the processes are distinct and involve very different learning processes, as well as even altogether different spheres of the brain is an understatement: these are indeed different functions (Limacher, Ute "Language Acquisition Versus Language Learning" ).
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Differences between the two types of acquisitions
Language structure and learning process
Personal experience
The Consciousness of language acquisition
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The Principles and Peculiarities of Second Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Tue, 28 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Principles and Peculiarities of Second Language Acquisition
Language is one of the most significant aspects that differentiate humans from other species. The method of human communication is considered unique as it incorporates both spoken and written communication. The use of language in communication consists of the use of words in a structured or conventional way. Language acquisition is considered one of the most unique and impressive aspects of human development both psychologically and cognitively. However, every human acquires the language they encounter as children. It is from this point that they can learn multiple languages, although these languages will always be unique from the first language they were exposed to.... [Read more]
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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.
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How Punishment Influences A Student's Motivation | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate considers punishment as ineffective method and offers some alternatives to it.
Common Pronunciation Mistakes of Japanese Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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Our TEFL graduate listed a number of pronunciation issues occuring around Japanese learners of English.
Reading as a Part of Leadership | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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H.D. - Korea said:
Child DevelopmentEnglish is spoken by millions of people, and is arguably the world?s most popular second language. Due to this, English as a Foreign Language (EFL) has become an increasingly popular field of study as well as a highly successful business. People are highly motivated to learn English, and there are a growing number of parents who are sending their children to private study academies and individual tutors. Specifically, EFL is seeing an increasing number... [Read more]
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An Overview of the Conditionals in the English Sentence
Conditionals are sentences which are also known as ‘if clauses.’ These types of sentences are an important concept for anyone learning the language to understand. Let's take a look at the different conditionals in the infographic below.
Conditionals are sentences with two clauses, an “if” clause and a main clause. Generally, conditional sentences are often divided into different types. Let's take a look at each of them.
Zero Conditional
(Present Real Conditional)
In general, “zero conditional” refers to conditional sentences that express a fact, rather than describing a hypothetical situation or potential future circumstance. The grammar term is... [Read more]
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G. M. - South Korea said:
The process of learning a first language and a second language differ greatly. Not much consideration is given to how a child learns their first language or to how an adult might learn their second. In the early stages of life a child appears to master their first language with ease and perfection, never giving a second thought to how it is done, or how best to accomplish this amazing task. One might think that the process is the same and that an... [Read more]
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A. B. - USA said:
Language acquisition is an area that continues to mystify professionals even in the 21st century. There is a continual stream of research going on that revolves around how humans learn language. Some neurological aspects of language learning will be addressed but not in great detail. The first portion of this article will deal with language acquisition in regards to children; the second portion will deal with language acquisition as it pertains to young adults and adults.... [Read more]
The Gap Between 1st and 2nd Language Acquisition is Smaller than We Might Think - TEFL Blog
Wed, 04 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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The Gap Between 1st and 2nd Language Acquisition is Smaller than We Might Think
One of the most frustrating things about learning a second language is how naturally your first language came to you and how unnaturally your second one seems to! Why can't we just listen to the language for a while and eventually just "get it" as we did as kids? All of the conjugation patterns and inflections and grammatical oddities of a new language are sometimes hard to grasp even for experienced learners.
Table of Contents
Wires of The Mother Tongue
Children's Language Ability
Study Phase
The Importance of The Engage Phase
Activate Phase
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D.V - Spain said:
Teaching EFL in a kindergartenThis research is about teaching children at kindergartens, this age group includes children from babies till the age of 6 years. This age is very critical to learn anything, form languages to moral aspects of life.
There are many different ways of teaching. But one of the most important things to do is:?To meet the challenge of teaching children, George Stocker suggests the first step is to stop thinking of them as "short... [Read more]
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A.C. - South Africa said:
Multilingualism: A South African Perspective: Implications and SolutionsIn South Africa today, we are a multi-cultured and multi-lingual society, with many races, religions and genders that include 11 official languages. The South African classroom results in many diverse children with diverse needs based on their cultural backgrounds. This in it its own presents challenges and barriers, we as educators of the future nation need to overcome: many classrooms... [Read more]
How Will My Personal Teaching Experiences as a Russian Teacher Help Me as an English Teacher? - TEFL Blog
Wed, 02 Aug 2023 Federico Riva
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How Will My Personal Teaching Experiences as a Russian Teacher Help Me as an English Teacher?
You have to put the emphasis on the right syllable," I said, finishing my demonstration.
Table of Contents
Challenges in the Second Class: Timing and Assumptions
Learning from Mistakes: Lessons for Effective Language Teaching
Apology and Humility: A Turning Point
Valuable Lessons for Language Instructors
Carrying Lessons Forward: Teaching English with Confidence
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Qualities of a Good ESL Teacher - TEFL Blog
Tue, 12 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Qualities of a Good ESL Teacher
Becoming a teacher of any nature requires a good amount of skills, but becoming an English as a foreign or second language teacher requires a special batch of skills. All types of teachers should have the same general qualities; communication skills, patience, good listening skills, the ability to connect and build relationships with students, hard work ethic, preparation, and organization, and be friendly, personable, and approachable. Being a teacher means interacting with people for most of, or part of the day, and understandably sharing your knowledge, with the students.
Table of Contents
Classroom Style
Understanding Students' Challenges
My View on Teaching Qualities
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My Experience of Learning a second Language as an American - TEFL Blog
Thu, 28 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker
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My Experience of Learning a Second Language as an American
Second language acquisition in native English speakers from the United States is one aspect of American culture that is not widely discussed and seemingly overlooked in terms of its importance. Many factors contribute to the United States' largely monolingual culture despite have a "melting pot" of sorts with a population comprised of multiple ethnicities and nationalities. This culture of English speakers points to strong geographic features of its continental location and debatably its position in the world's economic index and political landscape.
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How language learning in Europe differs from America
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How Learning a Second Language is Different from the First - TEFL Blog
Wed, 04 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
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How Learning a Second Language is Different from the First
By the time a child is a year old, they can differentiate between the sounds that make up their first language but can't distinguish between sounds that aren't found in their first language. Even in the case of sounds that children may not be able to correctly produce until they are six years old, such as the /r/ sound. So, it would make sense that by the time a child is just a year old the way they learn language changes, as stated in Dr. Ryalls' class. Further on when a child is finally in school they have some grasp of grammar, even if it isn't complete by the time the child is school-aged. This means that by the time a child is in school when they would most likely start... [Read more]
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G.R. - Libya said:
English as a Global LanguageThe Christian Bible explains the advent of different languages and ever since that event communication between people of different languages had been a problem.
During modern times people are no longer separated by distance and there is continued interaction between different nationalities, the most common being trading for business purposes. Communication due to different languages is becoming more and more... [Read more]
What are Some Common Linguistic Problems - TEFL Blog
Fri, 11 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
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What are Some Common Linguistic Problems
As we all know that the process of learning how to speak our first and second or third languages are different, we acquire the first language and learn second and third languages. When we speak our mother language, we can just say it automatically, we acquire our mother language from our environment, before we learn words and sentences, but when we learn a second language, we inevitably need to learn the vocabularies, clauses, sentences, grammar, etc first, then try to translate the second language to our mother language, which is complex. As far as common linguistic problems are concerned, I think there are a lot of problems to consider. Here are some of the most commoner linguistic... [Read more]