How To Teach English To Intermediate Students

Will TEFL certification help you teach English? Definitely! Just as we expect professionals like surgeons or pilots to be trained, students expect their English instructors to be both knowledgeable and skilled. A TEFL certification ensures two primary competencies: Thus, being TEFL-certified not only bolsters your expertise but also fosters trust and credibility among students. Table of Contents So how can taking a TEFL certification provide this knowledge? The second major component mentioned at the start, that of Classroom skills. In conclusion: So how can taking a TEFL certification provide this knowledge? First you need to find a course that offers these components. While many native English speakers have learned the rules of English grammar sub-consciously as part of their language...  [Read more]

Will TEFL certification help you teach English? In the same way that we would expect our surgeon, dentist or airline pilot to have undertaken some training, our students of English might also expect their teachers to be trained and competent. What does it mean that our English teacher is competent? Possibly there are two major components to the answer: 1. The teacher has adequate subject knowledge. 2. The teacher has some classroom delivery skills. So how can taking a TEFL certification provide this knowledge? First you need to find a course that offers these components. While many native English speakers have learned the rules of English grammar sub-consciously as part of their language development, this does not give them the necessary subject knowledge required to teach English. So...  [Read more]

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Evaluation and Testing of Students - Placements Tests Placement tests are designed to put students in their appropriate ESL level band. What are the levels and how do the tests do this? Table of Contents 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 One type of test we commonly use for our ESL students is called the placement test. They're also called level tests and as the name implies what we're trying to do is to place students in a particular level of class. Typically there are five levels, these being, Starter (Level 1), Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate and Upper-...  [Read more]

Is grammar knowledge important when teaching English? When considering this question it is important to first outline the different types of class levels found in English language classrooms worldwide. A fairly common classification of EFL teaching levels is indicated by the book resources available. If you consider book series such as, Reward, New Headway, and many others, you will find five levels. These levels are, Starter (or Beginner), Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate, and Upper-Intermediate. Now we have established the general language levels of students, we can now consider the four skills of English. The four skills It is very important to remember that there are four skills that are required by any language user. These four skills are, reading and listening (known as...  [Read more]

Is grammar knowledge important when teaching English? Understanding grammar is pivotal in teaching English effectively. While there are varying class levels in English language instruction, as indicated by resources like Reward, New Headway, and others, all these levels underscore the importance of grammar. Given its foundational role in language, a teacher's proficiency in grammar ensures that students build a strong base and communicate accurately. Table of Contents The four skills Typical grammar and vocabulary topics studied at each level Beginner/Starter Elementary/Pre-Intermediate Intermediate/Upper-Intermediate EFL exams and correspondence of levels Summary The four skills It is very important to remember that there are four skills that are required by any language user. These...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Drilling as a Teaching Method: Pros and Cons Teaching is a way of imparting knowledge to students. When teaching English imparting in language, it means the teacher will be imparting knowledge about the language to his/her students, according to the level of the student eg starters, elementary, pre-intermediate, intermediate or upper-intermediate level. Table of Contents AN OVERVIEW OF DRILLING AS A TEACHING METHOD When drilling it is important for the teacher to be clear, confident, enthusiastic and have a good voice projection. ADVANTAGES OF DRILLING DISADVANTAGES OF DRILLING AN ANALYSIS OF DRILLING AS A TEACHING METHOD Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: There are many teaching methods and...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Needs and Skills Assessment During the First Business English Lesson ESL teachers when they meet their class for the first time should learn what students know and what they need to know. Even for General English in schools or university classrooms where students have more or less the same level of English. There should be some short tests to determine students' gaps in knowledge, personal objectives or institutional requirements.Especially assessment is needed when teaching Business English. This essay will discuss types of assessments in the early stages of teaching Business English to students. Table of Contents Students' Reasons to Learn and Their Language Level An example of a level test taken from ITTT Specialized Course...  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Parents’ Help in ESL Considering Students’ Language Level Learning English is a continues process and it starts right after the birth of a baby. Parents are the first teachers to the kids. So they must need to understand the importance of the English language. Children are adept at picking up on the family's' attitudes. If they realize that in their family it isn't important they won't give importance to it. So it's the parents' who's responsible for making the environment at home and let this skill nourish and nurture the kid. Table of Contents Parents can divide this learning cycle into different stages. 1. Beginner/Pre-kindergarten level 2. Mover/Kindergarten level 3. Elementary/Primary school level 4. Intermediate 5....  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers How to Implement Games in a Young Learner Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on effective usage of games in an ESL classroom. Classroom Management Strategies For Teaching Youngsters Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to teach students of younger age? Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas in this blog post. A Sample Lesson Plan for a Pre-Intermediate EFL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL alumna shares their lesson plan example for teaching a pre-intermediate classroom. Useful Tips for Managing a Kindergarten EFL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching kindergarten...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A Sample Lesson Plan for Elementary and Pre-Intermediate Level Students Lesson planning is an essential part of your teaching practice. Moreover, it is vital to be creative all the time. This sample lesson plan will help you to set a perfect lesson for beginners or lower-intermediate students. Table of Contents Brainstorming ideas Preparing the lesson Target dialog 1 Additional materials Are you ready to become a TEFL teacher? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Michelle M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Brainstorming ideas List a number of role-play situations that would be appropriate for beginner and low intermediate level...  [Read more]

What does a TEFL course focus on? A TEFL certification is a key requirement for employers of English teachers globally, with most now demanding a minimum of a 120-hour certificate. You can attain this certification through two primary avenues: in-class and online TEFL courses. In-class TEFL courses As the name suggests, these courses require you to attend sessions at a location where English is taught as a foreign language, usually for about four weeks. Given the accommodation necessity, these courses tend to be pricier, but they usually incorporate a teaching practice segment that significantly aids real-world teaching preparation. Also read: Which country is best for a TEFL course? Online TEFL courses These courses offer flexibility, as they don't demand physical presence at any...  [Read more]

What does a TEFL course focus on? A TEFL course provides comprehensive training on teaching English as a foreign language. The curriculum delves into essential aspects like imparting language skills, in-depth grammar understanding, effective lesson planning, and mastering classroom management techniques. The core components taught include the five pillars of language learning: reading, writing, speaking, listening, and pronunciation. Acquiring a TEFL certification, often requiring a minimum of 120 hours of study, ensures teachers are well-prepared to educate students globally, with options to pursue the course either in-class or online. Table of Contents In-class TEFL courses Online TEFL courses General entry requirements Course components In-class TEFL courses As the name suggests,...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Grammar as a Foundation for Skyscrapers Nowadays, an increasing amount of people have taken on a liking on English for various purposes, thus causing heated discussion about learning English, grammar learning especially. Some contend that we shouldn't learn grammar. While others attach great importance to English grammar. Table of Contents Grammar as a foundation Grammar as a game Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: Personally speaking, English grammar is of great essence like the foundation for the skyscrapers. Everyone who wants to master a language must have a solid grammar foundation. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Hóng Méi Z. Please note that this...  [Read more]

Online English Teacher Date posted:2020-12-18 | Writer: KickStart English | Email: [email protected] We are looking for enthusiastic online TEFL teachers who enjoy tutoring small groups online. The vast majority of our students are pre-intermediate to upper intermediate adults from Belarus. Tutors will be required to cover 'must haves' that's part of our Level Up syllabus. These will often include two grammar area and two vocab topics per month. How these are covered is largely left up to the teacher.KickStart English was founded in August 2016. We are a small family-based language school that is steadily growing. We focus on providing speaking-based lessons to mini-groups. We have two classrooms in the centre of Minsk (the capital of Belarus). We aim to continue delivering the highest possible...  [Read more]

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Useful Approach to Mixed-Ability Classrooms Last fall, I taught students of varying abilities in the same EFL classroom. For example, I had students from China and France who were false beginners, students from Brazil whose placement tests assessed them at the intermediate level, and students from Italy who were intermediate/advanced. This course took place in the United States and was a challenge to teach because I had students who were not accustomed to the Roman alphabet, students who were accustomed to being academically successful, and a student who had developed a love-hate relationship with school settings. In addition to their various EFL-learning needs, the students ranged in age from late teens to mid-fifties. In simplest...  [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 How to Implement Games in a Young Learner Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on effective usage of games in an ESL classroom. Classroom Management Strategies For Teaching Youngsters | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to teach students of younger age? Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas in this blog post. A Sample Lesson Plan for a Pre-Intermediate EFL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL...  [Read more]

Archives for June 2023 A Comprehensive Lesson Plan for Intermediate ESL Students in a 1-Hour Class Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Enhance your ESL speaking skills with this comprehensive lesson plan! Designed for intermediate learners, discover engaging activities and targeted language practice to boost fluency and confidence. Level up your communication abilities today! Mastering the Art of Teaching English: Essential Qualities for Success Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the vital qualities that empower English teachers to excel. From cultural awareness to adaptable teaching methods, learn how to create an engaging and impactful learning experience for non-native English speakers. Unleash your...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained A Comprehensive Lesson Plan for Intermediate ESL Students in a 1-Hour Class Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Enhance your ESL speaking skills with this comprehensive lesson plan! Designed for intermediate learners, discover engaging activities and targeted language practice to boost fluency and confidence. Level up your communication abilities today! Mastering the Art of Teaching English: Essential Qualities for Success Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the vital qualities that empower English teachers to excel. From cultural awareness to adaptable teaching methods, learn how to create an engaging and impactful learning experience for non-native English speakers....  [Read more]

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching Language Skills: Reading, Writing, Speaking, Listening There are 4 different types of language skills: reading, listening, speaking, and writing. When teaching, a teacher should make sure that students develop all four language skills. This can be achieved through different teaching techniques as well as through practicing them through exercises. Table of Contents How to teach reading? How to teach writing? How to teach speaking? How to teach listening? Conclusion Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! How to teach reading? Reading is important for students in many different ways and it is...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas My Vietnamese Experience: Challenges for English Learners in Vietnam I have traveled throughout Asia for some forty-five years, Vietnam is now my home. I always found the younger generations had a thirst for knowledge, particularly English as a second language. The difficulties of acquiring the knowledge under what was a repressive regime have diminished somewhat, but the major stumbling blocks to acquiring good English are the lack of experienced Vietnamese teachers, interaction with English natural speakers, and knowledge of the outside world in general. Table of Contents The Importance of English Elementary levels tend to be more difficult to teach, as they usually consider the class as a social event, more of a relief from a...  [Read more]

TEFL in Serbia Date posted:2007-02-12 | Writer: SEAL - Foreign Languages Education Centre | Email: [email protected] The Seal Foreign Languages Education Centre is seeking two teachers, female or male, with a British or an Australian accent who are EFL qualified to take on a full-time teaching position in our schools in Bijeljina and Sarajevo (two of our four schools in Bosnia). The teachers should start as soon as possible. The position would be for a term (approx 5 months). Classes run Monday to Friday. Both teachers will be required to teach students from Pre-Intermediate to Advanced levels, with ages ranging from 12 to 50. Class sizes are usually between 6 to 12 students. The teachers will be required to work Monday to Friday (occassionally on Saturdays). Classes are...  [Read more]

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Teachers Become Important An essential role of the teacher in the classroom is to build a relationship with his or her students to help them learn the subject being taught. There are many ways to set up a situation in which students can and will learn effectively. Table of Contents Teacher's Roles Teaching Skills Lesson Flow Feedback Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Peter O. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teacher's Roles A teacher must be a leader, a manager, an administrator, an organizer, a designer, and an assessor. Above all, they must be a motivator to...  [Read more]

Older Posts The Significance of Vocabulary in Language Learning Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the importance of teaching vocabulary in language learning. From stages of knowledge to effective strategies, this article has you covered. Don't miss out! A Comprehensive Lesson Plan for Intermediate ESL Students in a 1-Hour Class Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Enhance your ESL speaking skills with this comprehensive lesson plan! Designed for intermediate learners, discover engaging activities and targeted language practice to boost fluency and confidence. Level up your communication abilities today! Mastering the Art of Teaching English: Essential Qualities for Success Federico Riva TEFL...  [Read more]

Gain TEFL Certificates Check out tefl tesol about Gain TEFL Certificates and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts C.G. - Thailand said: Teaching slang and idioms Teaching slang and idioms is an important function when teaching English, especially in an English speaking country. To illustrate this I will use the example of my home country, New Zealand, which has developed much slang and idioms since its colonisation in the nineteenth century. In New Zealand, the words sweet as and choice refer to something as ?being ok?, whereas bro and cuzzy are affectionately used to refer to a...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Important is the Difference Between American English and British English for EFL Learners? This summative essay will exam the importance of teaching the differences between American English and British English for EFL learners. I will examine the intention behind teaching these differences, and when these teachings should be applied, and to what effect and purpose. This essay will focus primarily on the problems of pronunciation and spelling, which are the two main differences. I am a British citizen, born and raised in London, England, and currently teach at a public high school in Tokyo. Table of Contents Spelling Challenges for Beginners and Intermediate Learners What do Students Think? Grammar Interesting Experience for...  [Read more]

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Effective Planning for Inclusive Business English Lesson The demand for teaching business English has been dramatically increased following the globalization of business. Many people think teaching business English requires detailed knowledge in the field where students are working. However, many students take business English classes because they want to learn and improve their communication skills with customers and coworkers, such as presenting a new product or describing the information to consumers, more than learning about their own business. Therefore, having special knowledge of the student's business is not necessary for teaching business English. Table of Contents Students' Age and Abilities Anticipated Problems Placement...  [Read more]

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas A Comprehensive Lesson Plan for Intermediate ESL Students in a 1-Hour Class Effective communication is a crucial skill for ESL learners, and developing strong speaking abilities is a key aspect of language acquisition. In this blog post, we will explore a comprehensive lesson plan designed specifically for intermediate ESL students. This one-hour class aims to equip learners with the necessary tools to enhance their speaking skills, fostering confidence and fluency. Let's dive into the details! Table of Contents Part 1: Warm-Up and Introduction (10 minutes) Part 2: Vocabulary and Language Review and Speaking Practice Task (25 minutes) Part 3: Language Focus and Expansion with Role-Play or Simulation...  [Read more]

Sun, 20 Aug 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas What are some useful ESL teaching resource books? The market for ESL teaching books is very large and all the major publishers have some form of involvement in the production and selling of these resources. There are many different types of books and resources that are used in ESL teaching and we will consider three main categories.1) General teaching theory books2) ESL book series3) Activity resource books Table of Contents General teaching theory books ESL book series Activity Resource books Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! General teaching theory books As an ESL teacher unless you spend your entire career...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Benefits of Music in Learning Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the powerful benefits of incorporating music in the classroom. Enhance learning, foster connections, and boost memory retention. Read more! Enhancing Receptive Skills: Teaching Reading and Listening Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Unleash the power of receptive skills in language learning. From comprehension strategies to teaching vocabulary, discover effective techniques now! Stories for Teaching English: Suitable Options for Different Age Groups Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the power of storytelling in English language teaching. From...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Benefit Using ICALL? Intelligent Computer-Assisted Language Learning (ICALL), the subfield of CALL integrating natural language processing and artificial intelligence, has typically equated language acquisition with the learning of linguistic patterns and grammatical structures. ICALL system, therefore, has focused on identifying and providing feedback to problems in student performance that are exclusively related to linguistic structures. Table of Contents Basis of L2 Acquisition How does it Work? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Omer Shahid R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]