How To Teach Online Classes Effectively

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Ways to Teach English to Young Students Online Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Online opportunities have been transforming our lives and habits. This happens in teaching as well. Our TEFL graduate shares several ideas on how to teach children online. 9 Steps to Perfect Classroom Management Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to manage the classroom effectively? Here are the perfect 9 steps. How Learning English Influences the Career Path of a Student Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Does English influence on a person's career path? Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the point. The Necessity of Learning Teaching Skills Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching skills are extremely important in an ESL class....  [Read more]

Why take a TEFL course?   Expand Your Options: More and more employers now require English teachers to have a minimum 120 - hour TEFL certificate. Earning a TEFL certificate shows commitment and professionalism. Be Prepared: In-class and combined TEFL courses give you the practical experience you need to take the sweat out of your first day. Quality online courses will give you a thorough understanding of teaching theory. Know Your Students: You will learn about different types of learners, their reasons for learning and their attitudes towards it. You will cover young learners, adult learners, business classes, one-on-one lessons and large groups. Know Your Subject: A good TEFL course will give you a solid grounding in the basics of the English language. You will learn how It...  [Read more]

Regular Opportunities to Teach TEFL in UK Date posted:2009-08-27 | Writer: Language Trainers | Email: [email protected] We are a successful language training company working with freelance trainers all over the world to provide private tuition for numerous languages, mainly in the US and the UK. We have students (private and corporate) who need to learn languages, anytime and anywhere. Thus we organize teachers for them at their offices or their Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts Below...  [Read more]

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Why Taking a TEFL Course Is Highly Beneficial There are many reasons to take a TEFL/TESOL course, not least because it is the best way to enable you to work almost anywhere in the world as an English teacher. Table of Contents You'll learn how to teach effectively You'll learn about English Grammar You'll learn how to plan your own lessons You'll learn about various teaching methods Teacher Development Benefits Listen to this blog post What are you waiting for? Get qualified and get teaching now! Related Articles: The days where simply being a native English speaker was enough to secure a job as an English teacher around the world are long gone and the majority of employers worldwide expect their teachers to have a TEFL/TESOL...  [Read more]

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Problem of Mixed-Ability ESL Classrooms in TEFL Teaching It's almost impossible to avoid the situation where all students will be at the same level. Different people have different learning curves. Most of the schools have a level testing procedure, but, despite this fact, within one classroom, we can meet fast learners and slow learners. A good teacher should know how to work with any type of student. So, in my essay, I'm going to discuss how to teach mixed-ability classes. Table of Contents Learning Process Extra Activities Homework Outside The Classroom Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! 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 Extreme Difference Between Teaching Individual Students and Groups | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching classes and one-to-one. Reasons Why You Can’t Avoid Teaching Grammar | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Grammar is essential for English learners. In this blog post, you will find out how to teach it in a modern classroom. Teaching and Learning English in a Large Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina ...  [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]

Tue, 18 Dec 2018 Laura Payne Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Differences in Teaching Monolingual and Multilingual EFL Groups I am currently working as an Assistant Language Teacher in Japan. Before I began this job I assumed that because Japan has a largely homogeneous population, all of my classes would be monolingual. However, I was wrong in this assumption. In addition to my Japanese students, I have many students who are Brazilian or Filipino. These students largely do not use Japanese as their mother tongue and have to learn both English and Japanese as a second language. This diverse student population, in addition to my work experiences and studies, has taught me a lot about working with both monolingual and multilingual classes. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post:...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained Online Teaching and Interacting with Parents Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Are you looking to teach English online? Here are some useful tips for online teaching and interacting with parents. 6 Useful Classroom Technologies Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas This ITTT TEFL article showcases 6 different technologies which can be used effectively in the EFL classroom. 3 Important Questions About Lesson Planning Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas This ITTT TEFL article describes why lesson planning is important and how you can use the lesson planning process to make yourself a better teacher. Improve Your Young Learners Classes with these 30 Course Books Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Secrets of Teaching Grammar to Young Students Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you teaching English to younger students? Then this blog post is for you! Here are the secrets of teaching English grammar to young students. How Much Money Can You REALLY Earn When Teaching English? Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this live session, TEFL expert Linda shares insight on how much money you can REALLY make when teaching English abroad and online. You don't want to miss it! Five Fun and Adaptable Games for ESL Classes Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Here are five fun and adaptable games for ESL classes that work in every classroom with any type of student. The...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 7 Easy Ways to Make Money Online as an English Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Budget and Salary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by an ITTT TEFL expert who shares 7 ideas on how to make money online as an English teacher. Online EFL market is boosting this year due to the global quarantine, thus, there are new ways to implement your skills and get profit sharing your personal EFL teaching experience. 3 Apps for Digital ESL Lesson Plans Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares 3 useful digital apps for ESL lesson plans. You will learn about Evernotes, Trello, and Notion, a 2020 favorite planning app. Create your own system...  [Read more]

TEFL job in Chicago, USA (2) Date posted:2014-05-28 | Writer: Intrax Chicago Center | Email: [email protected] Intrax are currently interviewing to recruit EFL Instructors & substitutes with availability to teach morning (8:30am-12:35pm) and/or afternoon (2:10-6:15pm) classes. Classes are held Monday-Friday. Our Chicago Center is located at 174 N. Michigan Avenue between Lake and Randolph in downtown Chicago. The student body encompasses adult students from all over the world.  Our staff and faculty team is professional, dynamic, and creative! Interested candidates should: Have an energetic and positive classroom presence. Hold a Bachelor’s degree and/or CELTA/TESOL/TEFL qualification. Have at least 2 years’ professional teaching experience in the ESL industry. Be...  [Read more]

What is English for Specific Purposes? The field of English language instruction is teeming with acronyms, and ESP is a fairly common one. ESP stands for English for Specific Purposes, a niche within TEFL that you may end up teaching in the future. But what does English for Specific Purposes entail? Table of Contents What is English for Specific Purposes? Who needs English for Specific Purposes? How to teach English for Specific Purposes Who can teach English for Specific Purposes? Resources for teaching English for Specific Purposes What is English for Specific Purposes? English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is an approach to English language teaching that focuses on the specific linguistic needs of learners in a particular professional or academic field. Unlike general English courses...  [Read more]

TEFL Openings in Mexico Date posted:2014-07-01 | Writer: HELP! Heslington Language Program | Email: [email protected] HELP! Heslington Language Program was founded in 2003 in Tehuacan, Puebla, Mexico by Rachael Heslington and Teo Luna. We have regular opportunities for newly qualified TEFL certified teachers to experience a hands on teaching program that will help you develop the skills necessary to teach in any country and interact with people from all over the globe. Year-round programs:  January – April; May - August; August – December. Job details: Come fall in love with Mexico while teaching real-life English. *25 hours teaching/week *Monday - Friday *Housing provided (utilities and rent paid by school) *Wonderful staff and supportive administration *Incredible...  [Read more]

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 5 Questions about English for Specific Purposes While the majority of teaching jobs abroad require teachers to cover general English, or English for everyday use, some TEFL teachers may be required to teach English to students with a particular context in mind. This branch of English language teaching is called English for Specific Purposes or ESP. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What is English for Specific Purposes? How does teaching ESP differ from teaching general English? What language level are ESP students? What age are ESP students? What resources are available to ESP teachers? Do you want to start teaching English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: What is English for Specific Purposes? English for...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers How to Make a Classroom More Interactive Kavinna Batra Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you a teacher and are looking for ways to make your classroom more interactive? ✅ This blog post will go through a couple of creative and easy ways you can do just that! 6 Tips on How to Learn English Quickly Kavinna Batra Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English is a fun language to learn; ✅ however, it can even throw off the most professional learner with complex spelling rules and difficult grammar. Learning English quickly could seem difficult, even though it is considered to be accessible and reasonably easy for many to learn. I'm here to tell you that as long as you have the right plan, you can learn English quickly and easily. ...  [Read more]

Older Posts Lesson Planning and Collaboration: The Strengths of ESA Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the power of ESA model in language teaching! Engage, Study, Activate - fostering collaboration and proficiency in class. How Will My Personal Teaching Experiences as a Russian Teacher Help Me as an English Teacher? Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas From building rapport to handling mistakes, discover how my Russian teaching experiences will shape my journey as an English teacher. Valuable lessons await! How to Make a Living Teaching ESL Online Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we will look at three of the most common ways that ESL teachers can work and...  [Read more]

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Methods of Teaching Vocabulary in the Classroom While sentence structure and grammar are the foundation of the English Language, vocabulary is the glue that holds it together. An expansive vocabulary allows students to feel confident in their abilities and communicate more effectively. There are many methods of teaching vocabulary and in each class, the teacher may need to use different methods. This is because each class will be made up of different students each with their own learning style. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What is vocabulary for? Lesson structure Sample Lesson Plan Depending on students' age An example of a more beginner class could entail: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today?...  [Read more]

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 3 Online ESL Teaching Ideas You Must Try Before 2021 This year has been challenging for all educators due to quarantine and long-term distance learning. However, it is vital to work on online teaching skills to enhance your students' online ESL experience. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Interact With Your Students through an Online Board What other tools can be useful for an online ESL teaching session? Why should you try an online board? 2. Gamify Your Online Classes That's how to do it: How can you and your online ESL students benefit from games in the lessons? 3. Create a Feedback Template How can you organize this part of your job? Are you ready to teach online? Take a TEFL...  [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 Build Strong Reading Skills from Early Childhood | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching reading skills. ✅ Is it the parents' responsibility or depends on children? Learn more here. How to Teach EFL Kindergarten | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and experience on teaching EFL kindergarten...  [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]

EFL Teachers Needed in Boston, USA Date posted:2017-12-30 | Writer: LAL Boston | Email: [email protected] LAL Boston, founded in 2005, is one of the few accredited ESL schools in downtown Boston. We offer General and Intensive English courses as well as Test Prep and Business English programs to help our students achieve their long term goal of college/university level study. As such we are looking for dynamic and driven TESOL qualified teachers as serious about their professional development as we are. LAL Boston is part of LAL Language Centres which has over 30 years’ experience in the EFL industry. With schools in England, Malta, South Africa and Fort Lauderdale we are an international company currently undergoing a period of expansion in the US. Your journey can start as a...  [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]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained How to Make a Living Teaching ESL Online Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we will look at three of the most common ways that ESL teachers can work and earn a living online. These three methods are: Working for a company, working on a profile marketplace and finally freelancing. We will conclude with some general pros and cons for teaching English online. 5 Tips for Effective Online ESL Teaching Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover 5 invaluable tips for ESL teachers to excel in online teaching! Master the platform, plan classes carefully, understand students' needs, participate actively, and seek feedback. Elevate your online teaching game! How...  [Read more]

Archives for July 2023 How to Make a Living Teaching ESL Online Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we will look at three of the most common ways that ESL teachers can work and earn a living online. These three methods are: Working for a company, working on a profile marketplace and finally freelancing. We will conclude with some general pros and cons for teaching English online. 5 Tips for Effective Online ESL Teaching Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover 5 invaluable tips for ESL teachers to excel in online teaching! Master the platform, plan classes carefully, understand students' needs, participate actively, and seek feedback. Elevate your online teaching game! 3 EFL Teaching Methods You...  [Read more]

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Which TEFL/TESOL Course is Best if I Want to Teach ESL Online? In today's interconnected world, the demand for English language proficiency continues to rise, opening up a world of opportunities for those who can teach it effectively. Whether you're an aspiring English teacher or considering a career change, understanding the nuances of TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certifications is crucial. Table of Contents TEFL or TESOL: What are they, and what's the difference? Types of TEFL or TESOL courses In-Class TEFL/TESOL Courses Online TEFL/TESOL Courses Combined TEFL/TESOL Courses Is teaching online different from in-class? In...  [Read more]

Tue, 28 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Teach English to Children Online There are a lot of things to consider when you teach English to children online. Aside from the basic knowledge about the English language, you should also take into account your professionalism as an educator, the suitable place where you'll be setting up your office, the essential devices that you'll be needing for online teaching, and other prerequisites like paraphernalia (toys, flashcards, and visual aids), and computer applications. Table of Contents Professionalism Environment Equipment Learning Paraphernalia, Props and Aids Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate John K. Please note that this...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 May 2021 Pritam Nagrale Teaching Ideas Top 6+ Tips to Design Effective Lessons for Your Online Classes As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to ravage the world well into 2021 and shows no visible signs of ebbing, there's an additional burden that teachers have to face nowadays. And that pressure comes from designing effective lessons for online classes. The new normal, as we know it today, dictates that we stay at home and take every precaution to avoid the contagion. Table of Contents Reasons for Effective Online Lessons 6+ Tips to Make Your Online Lessons Effective Keep It Simple Narrate Own Experiences Engage Parents in Learning Assign More Projects Hold Online Debates on Lessons Never Use Newsreader Mode More Tips to Design Effective Online Lessons In Conclusion Are you...  [Read more]

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The 3 Key Tools to Keep Your TEFL Class Managed The way a teacher manages the classroom has a profound impact on the success of the class and the ability for students to achieve their learning potential. Successful class management is made up of multiple different facets that all work together to achieve a positive learning environment. When executed correctly, the use of body language, the way the class is arranged and the maintenance of discipline work together to create a successful class. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Body Language 2. Grouping 3. Discipline Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Michael F. Please...  [Read more]

Thu, 02 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Teaching Business English Isn’t As Difficult As It Seems As a former teacher of English as a foreign language, I have some experience teaching business English. Majority of my classes were for general English conversation. However, as I continued teaching, my workload increased to include a few business-focused classes. At first, I was intimidated and nervous about teaching these students. Did I have enough knowledge about business to teach them? Would I have the information they needed? After a lot of preparation and a few lessons, I realized that business classes are not much different than regular English classes and I need not know much about business to be a successful business English teacher. Table of Contents...  [Read more]