How To Teach Esl To Adults

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 Storytelling as a Part of Learning English as a Second Language in Early Childhood | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 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 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences...  [Read more]

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Mon, 23 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Adults’ Learning Differs From Teenagers’ and Children’s Learning? ESL teachers must acknowledge that it is not equal teaching English Lessons to children, teenagers, and adults, there are some wide differences between the practices used in each case, classroom, population, levels, and country where English is taught, on this paper we will check how an ESL lesson may be affected by these variables, and how we could overlap them on the practices used in teenagers and adults English lessons. Table of Contents Basic concepts Self-concept Personal Experience Adults learning process Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Javier V....  [Read more]

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Learning Modes: Young Learners vs Adults In this short essay, I would like to share the differences in teaching YL and Adults. For effective learning, it is important for us, as teachers, to understand how these two groups go about learning. The critical point is the suitable design and delivery of the program. Table of Contents To enhance the adult learning and engagement Malcolm Knowles introduced 4 principles: 1. Involvement 2. Experience 3. Relevance 4. Problem-centered Teaching Young Learners vs. Adults: 1. Dependency: 2. Accepting Instruction: 3. Applying Learnings: Are you ready to teach English to ESL students abroad? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Eddy P. Please note that this...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 7 Best Get-to-Know Games for ESL Lessons Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas It's finally a back to school time! In this blog post, you will find the best ideas on how to break the ice with new ESL/EFL students and have fun with those you haven't seen for a while. How to Understand and Address Discipline in Adult Learners of EFL Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate tells about discipline in an adult ESL classroom. 5 Unusual Ways to Build Strong English Vocabulary Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their ideas on how to build strong English vocabulary in your ESL/EFL students. With these ideas you will be able to...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Difficulties of Classroom Management and Ways to Overcome Them Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of classroom management. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the point. How to Teach English to Children Online Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teaching English to children online. Keeping Adult Students Motivated: Reasons and Outcomes Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on keeping adult students motivated. Incredible Ways to Increase Students Self-Confidence in the Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to self-confidence of students in the ESL class. Lesson Planning...  [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 Teach English Grammar Communicatively | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas English can be taught in many ways. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers the communicative approach. How to Develop the Speaking Abilities of Kindergarten Level Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teaching speaking in a kindergarten. The Importance of Business English | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Two Primary Modes of Learning: Differences Between Young Learners and Adults An ESL teacher will most likely teach a class with young learners and adults at some point in their careers. Teaching young learners and adults has its own set of challenges. Some of these challenges will be the learning experience that each possesses, the different ways of learning and how this affects the lesson, and the motivation of the student and how it affects behavior. Whether it is young learners for adults, the rewards can be satisfying. Table of Contents Learning Background Age Specifics Motivation Level Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Chris V....  [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 Why the Role of the Parents in Education is Important | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by our TEFL alumna who shares their thoughts on the problem of parents in education. Is it beneficial for ESL kids to get family's assistance? The International Power of English | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on the international benefits of knowing English and why this language is actually so widely used. The Teacher’s Role as a Duty...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Learning Modes: Young Students vs. Adult Students In the past, the emphasis on teaching a foreign language was, amongst other older techniques, Grammar-Translation, and is still used in some situation today. This method helped the student to learn 'about' the language instead of learning the language (ITTT Unit 3,3). Over time, and continuing today, more and more attention and research have been placed on the question of what makes a good language learner. Table of Contents Differences between youngsters and adults Differences between learning 1st and 2nd language Levels of expertise Approaches to teaching young students Approaches to teaching adults Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 May 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences How to Teach Young Learners vs How to Teach Adults Learning is something essential in anyone's life, not only as a human being but as a species. As humans we start learning about everything in our environment the moment we come into this world and this experience of learning proceeds with us throughout our lives till the moment we leave this world. The more we learn the more knowledge we accumulate, which will help us, as individuals or societies, to improve our lives in every way possible as long as we use this knowledge that we have learned and apply it correctly in our daily lives. It is evident that learning happens through communication and interaction between an individual and his/her environment and the main tool for interaction...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers How to Teach English to Adults Online Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains ideas on teaching online. Our TEFL graduate explains how to work with adult students on the internet. Benefits of Implementing Created Materials in the ESL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on the importance of created materials in TEFL teaching. 7 Idiom Activities for Creative Conversation Classes Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, we share new ideas of games for teaching idioms. How Can We Effectively Integrate Modern Technology into The Classroom? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate considers...  [Read more]

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Differences for Children and Adults When Acquiring a Second Language This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Vemund V. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Children Adults Children Adults Natural abilities Ways to teach Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Children Also Read: "7 Great Games for Your ESL Conversation Class" Adults Children Also Read: How do I choose a TEFL course? Adults Natural abilities Children's natural ability to acquire new languages is strong before adolescence. Pronunciation comes easier, and vocabulary sticks during this time. A classroom of young students maybe a...  [Read more]

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 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 Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written...  [Read more]

Sun, 31 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Common Factors that Affect 1st Language and 2nd Language Learning Language is everywhere. It plays an essential role in our life. We use it as a tool to communicate with the people around us. But do we understand how the brain processes the language and the many factors that influence language learning? Table of Contents The difference between language acquisition and language learning The difference in language learning for children and adults The process of language learning and acquisition The difference in expectations for children and adults Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Juri N. The difference between language acquisition...  [Read more]

Fri, 22 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences My Personal Teaching Experience - The Different Roles of an ESL Teacher Each of us has our own story to tell especially with the different experiences that we have with the different people, classes, and countries we have been to teach. In this blog post, I am discussing some of the topics related to my personal teaching experience, including teaching classes containing a wide variety of ages. It will also touch on teaching styles, roles of the teacher in the classroom and how I motivate students to make the learning more fun and engaging. Table of Contents Teaching is learning twice. Are you ready to start teaching English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Simple Strategies for Teachers to Increase their Confidence in the Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching techniques to boost confidence in the classroom. The Adult Classroom Compared to The Adolescent Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching different age groups. Is Tutoring Better Than Teaching a Group? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their experience of teaching a group and an individual student. Business English as a Matter of Modern Communication Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this...  [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 History of the ESA Methodology | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas ESA methodology is one of the most popular these days. In this blog post, you will learn more about it. Reasons Why You Should Complete a TEFL Course Before Starting Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Our TEFL graduates notice that even being an experienced teacher does not mean the TEFL course is useless. Why? Find the answer in this blog post. The Essential Role of Grammar | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Top Tips for Working With Business English Students Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching business English. The Most Effective Strategies to Teach Reading Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching reading can be daunting. In this blog post, our TEFL alumna shares their effective ideas on teaching reading. Best Practices for Planning Classroom Activities When Teaching Receptive Skills Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find ideas on the most effective activities for teaching receptive skills. Unique Challenges and Advantages of Teaching Beginner English Students Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our...  [Read more]

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 12 Course Books to Improve Your General English Lessons for Adults As a newly qualified TEFL teacher the chances are you will be working for a school which supplies its teachers with all the resources needed to teach successful lessons based on a set course. This article shows a selection of the course books that are available for teaching general English course to adults from a number of publishers in the TEFL industry. Table of Contents Oxford University Press Cambridge University Press Pearson/Longman Macmillan Are you ready to teach English to adults all over the world? Related Articles: There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the TEFL classroom. The main publishers are Oxford University...  [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 Utilization of Classroom Management | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of classroom management. Our TEFL graduate explains how to organize your classroom effectively and achieve better results. How Teachers May Help Improving Productive Skills Outside the Classroom Environment? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers why teachers need to take part in students' learning experience outside of the classroom too. 3...  [Read more]

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Use Videos in Online ESL Lessons Watching videos is an effective way to switch between different activities or time fill. Modern students are more likely to watch videos or look at images than to do worksheets or read. Videos are also excellent sources of audio-lingual information that develops listening and speaking skills. Table of Contents Goals and Exercises Why use video-listening activities? Student's Level Video Length Exercise Ideas What activities to prepare? Video Resources for Online ESL Lessons For younger students: Vocabulary lessons: For teenagers and adults: Are you ready to start your own teaching adventure? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many...  [Read more]

Who will my students be when teaching English abroad? When teaching English abroad, the profiles of your students can be diverse, influenced by the teaching location and the type of institution you are associated with. You might find yourself guiding university students, professionals from the hospitality sector, or even top-tier business leaders. On another spectrum, you could be in a public school, teaching a young cohort ranging from five to sixteen years old. Table of Contents Will I be teaching adults when teaching English abroad? Will I be teaching young learners when teaching English abroad? Can I also earn extra cash as a private tutor when teaching English abroad? Will I be teaching adults when teaching English abroad? A large percentage of teachers working in ESL...  [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 Unique Challenges and Advantages of Teaching Beginner English Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on teaching beginners. Important Personal Qualities for English Teachers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the teaching qualities needed in an ESL classroom. How Can Teachers Motivate Students and Why is it Important? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]

Games in the Classroom   What are ESL games? ESL games are games that can be used in the classroom to practice certain language points and encourage active and creative communication between your students. There are many different games created specifically for use in the English language classroom that can be found online or in any number of resource books. But we are not limited only to those games designed for the class. The majority of games that we played as children or still play as adults can be adapted and used in lessons. Whether games are co-operative or competitive, they provide students with a goal and in the English classroom this goal can only be reached by using the English they have learnt. Common Misconceptions about games in the classroom. "Games are fun but...  [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 is Lesson Planning and How to Implement it in The TEFL Work? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains all the peculiarities of lesson planning and how to integrate it in teaching. TEFL Course as a Necessity for Personal and Professional Growth | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion towards TEFL certification. They explain why this course is important for non-native teachers. Why Do You Need to Get TEFL...  [Read more]

ESL Teacher Wanted in Italy Date posted:2023-01-10 | Writer: International Meeting Point | Email: [email protected] The International Meeting School offers various training programs for adults and children ranging from preparation for the Cambridge ESOL, TOEFL, IELTS, Trinity exams to study holidays abroad. The international Meeting Point is a Cambridge Assessment English preparation centre.Details of PositionThe levels currently taught at the school are Pre-School, Young Learners (Starters, Movers, Flyers), KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE and IELTS.We teach a range of age groups, mostly aged between 4-18, with some adult classes.The successful applicant will be teaching small class sizes (max. 12 students) with some one-to-one lessons.The contract will last from January until...  [Read more]

Who will my students be when teaching English abroad? The age, background, and motivation of the students in your ESL classroom will vary greatly depending on where you are teaching and the school or institute you work for. You could have a class full of university students, hotel workers or even high flying business executives. Alternatively, you might work in a government school teaching a class of children aged anywhere from five to sixteen. Each of these groups has its own characteristics, and different teachers have their own preferences. Just remember that by completing a reputable TEFL certification course before you head off abroad, you will learn all the skills required to deliver effective and enjoyable lessons to almost any group of learners. Will I be teaching adults when...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Who Is Easier to Be Taught: a Child or an Adult? I would like to divide groups of learners into 4 categories: children (from 5 to 12 years old), teenagers (from 12 to 18 years old), adults (from 18 to 60 years old) and seniors (from 60+). I had the chance to teach all of those groups in some points of my life. The conclusion of this experience made me see the major difference in the abilities and motivation among those 4 different groups. Table of Contents Teaching children Teaching teenagers Teaching adults Teaching seniors Are you ready to teach ESL students? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lara M. Teaching children Children are a very nice audience when it...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Games in the Classroom: What are EFL games? ESL games are games that can be used in the classroom to practice certain language points and encourage active and creative communication between your students. Table of Contents Common misconceptions about games in the classroom How to use games in the classroom Good resources for games to use in the EFL classroom Listen to this blog post Get creative and have fun while teaching English abroad! Related Articles: There are many different games created specifically for use in the English language classroom that can be found online or in any number of resource books. But we are not limited only to those games designed for the class; the majority of games that we played as children or still play...  [Read more]