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Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas When using the ESA methodology, there are a number of lesson formats available. In the third of this series we look at a Patchwork lesson. What does a Patchwork lesson look like and for what level of student is it most appropriate? Watch the video about this topic Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Lesson aim: For the students to be able to discuss holidays using vocabulary and conducting a role-play.Student Level: Intermediate (Due to the complexity of Patchwork lessons they should only be used for Intermediate level and above) We start by reminding ourselves of the form of a Patchwork ESA lesson. We start with an engage as always and...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas ESA is a common methodology that teachers use when teaching students another language. It is also a large part of your TEFL certification course. By using the layout of the ESA method to plan your lessons, they will be more structured, organized and effective. Listen to this blog post: What is ESA? The Engage Phase The Study Phase The Activate Phase Benefits of Using the ESA Method Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our ITTT graduate Casandra L. ESA stands for engage, study, and activate. By using ESA, it gives teacher's the flexibility to conduct a classroom in an organized and productive way. ESA is extremely important when it comes to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas As with any subject, a student's motivation can affect their interest in the subject matter. English is no different, in fact, I believe that motivation is the key difference in students who continue to progress and improve in English and those who don't and discontinue English in their future. Now, this is not to say that all students with low motivation do not pick up any English through their learning, nor does it mean that a student with motivation will find English learning to be easy. However, I believe that motivation plays a key role in ensuring that a student remains engaged with the English language and eventually progresses into fluency. I wouldd like to present ideas that can add to student's motivation and improve their English learning...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What do you normally hear when you walk into a convenience store? Do you hear a man tell you, "Hello, how are you doing today?" or "Good morning?". The answer is likely no. More often than not you hear someone say "Sup, dude!" or "What's happening?" or some other kind of non-conventional English that would normally not find its home in the ESL classroom. Therefore, it is vital to teaching the students slang and idioms so that when they get into a real conversation outside of the classroom, they aren't thrown off or left in the dust by a few turns of phrase. The English Language Fluidity One Example Slang in the Classroom Part of the Program Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas As we all know, motivate students is a signature party of a teaching career. In the future, we maybe will teach the businesswomen/businessmen group, our pupil group. Motivate them and keep them studying is an expression of working ability. Here comes a question, what methods we can use to motivate students? Switching roles Speech patterns Body language Safety Competiton Choices Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Zixi Y. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Above all, we need to change our roles from a student to a teacher. Also, we can call it a manager, organizer, assessor or prompter, etc. in the...  [Read more]

1. What is a TESOL Diploma? 2. Benefits of Obtaining a TESOL Diploma 3. How to Get a TESOL Diploma in Lebanon 4. Career Opportunities with a TESOL Diploma A TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) diploma is a credential that certifies individuals to teach English as a foreign language to non-native speakers. It equips educators with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach English language learners, focusing on language acquisition, teaching methodologies, lesson planning, and classroom management. The diploma program typically covers a range of topics such as linguistics, second language acquisition theories, language assessment, and practical teaching experience. Obtaining a TESOL diploma can open up a world of opportunities for educators looking to teach...  [Read more]

Yes, it is possible to teach English in Asia without a work visa, but it is not legal or recommended. Teaching English without a work visa can have serious consequences, both for you and for the students you are teaching. Here are some important points to consider: Teaching English in Asia without a work visa can have serious consequences: Countries in Asia with stricter regulations for teaching English without a work visa include: China: Yes, there are alternative ways to legally teach English in Asia without a work visa. One common method is through volunteer teaching programs, which allow individuals to teach English in exchange for room and board without the need for a work visa. Here are some alternative ways to teach English legally in Asia without a work visa:  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas To effectively teach it is widely considered important that a plan is in place before commencing a lesson. This essay will provide evidence for this statement. First, the structure of a lesson plan and its effects will be examined and then contrasted with teaching by improvisation and its effects before presenting a final cost-benefit summary. Preparation technique Points to remember Advantages for teachers Advantages for students The dark side of freestyle Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Christopher B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Lesson planning simply refers to the practice of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Studying and learning standard English grammar is an experience that most native speakers must also do. Furthermore, even after learning grammar in an English education system, many native speakers still make grammatical errors in their everyday conversations, and especially so when writing formal documents. Is clarity is over norms and rules? Is focusing on mistakes effective? Variations Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Natalie F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. However, grammatical errors such as saying, "I and my friend went to that movie," instead of "my friend and I," are still socially...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Grammar plays a very important role in learning and teaching a foreign language. What is grammar? Crystal describes grammar as "the business of taking a language to pieces, to see how it works" (as cited in Bentsen, 2017). Definition of Grammar Explicit Grammar Teaching Williams believes that meaning-focused instruction Communicative Approach Nunan defines communicative language teaching as Larsen-Freeman's recommended that grammar teaching Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Meral B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. According to Swan ''grammar is essentially a limited set of devices for...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In recent years, English has become an increasingly important means of communication that is used by people from many different backgrounds to interact with the rest of the world for a wide variety of purposes. But why has English become an international language, how is it used and applied in different situations and what are the advantages of being able to speak English? English Around the World International Use of English in Specific Fields Common Benefits of English Proficiency Are you ready to take your TEFL course? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alexander C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. English...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Overview of the CELTA Certificate 3. Benefits of Earning a CELTA Certificate 4. Career Opportunities with a CELTA Certificate Earning a CELTA certificate in the US can open up a world of opportunities for individuals looking to start a career in teaching English as a foreign language. The CELTA, which stands for Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults, is a prestigious qualification offered by Cambridge Assessment English. It is recognized globally and is highly regarded by employers in the field of English language teaching. The CELTA certificate is an intensive program that provides practical training for individuals looking to teach English to non-native speakers. The course covers a wide range of topics, including language analysis, teaching methodology,...  [Read more]

  What Is a Digital Nomad Visa? Which countries offer Digital Nomad Visas? How can I qualify? Join this live session and we'll talk about it! #OnlineTeaching #OnlineESL #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Intelligence has been defined in many ways, including the capacity for logic, understanding, self-awareness, learning, emotional knowledge, reasoning, planning, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. More generally, it can be described as the ability to perceive or infer information and to retain it as knowledge to be applied towards adaptive behaviors within an environment or context (Wikipedia, 2019). Considering Language Habits Iconic Approach to Teaching Why Slang? Verb First Clauses Usually Play one of Three Roles: Teaching Slang and Idioms Incorporating Idioms and Slang into English language Teaching Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences As a non-native English speaker, I was very scared of teaching English or even thinking about teaching English at the beginning of my teaching career. But some months later I realized that I have a huge advantage compared to the native speakers: I still remember the difficulties of learning English and I know what might cause problems to my students. Advantages of Non-native Teachers How I Design My Lessons Are you ready to teach English all over the world? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Gabriella S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. So I can always emphasize and slow down when it is needed without being impatient....  [Read more]

Yes, it is possible to teach English in Europe without a work visa under certain conditions. Some European countries allow English teachers to work legally without a work visa if they meet specific requirements. Here are some common scenarios where you may be able to teach English in Europe without a work visa: To teach English in Europe with a work visa, you typically need to meet certain requirements set by the country where you plan to work. While these requirements can vary from country to country, there are some common criteria you will likely need to fulfill: Teaching English in Europe without a work visa can have serious consequences: Yes, there are legal alternatives to teaching English in Europe without a work visa. One common way to teach English legally without a work visa in...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Before we start to look at the differences between teaching monolingual and multilingual classes, we should first define what these terms actually mean. Advantages of teaching a multilingual class Disadvantages of teaching a multilingual class Advantages of teaching a monolingual class Disadvantages of teaching a monolingual class Ready to teach English as a Foreign Language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Multilingual classes will have a range of first languages, so they have different L1's. An example here may be the teaching of English to a group of students from a range of countries, in an English speaking country. An example could be a class of Europeans from different countries,...  [Read more]

Yes, it is possible to teach English in Latin America without a work visa in some cases. In Latin America, the requirements for teaching English can vary depending on the country and the specific institution where you plan to work. Here are some common scenarios where you might be able to teach English without a work visa: Teaching English in Latin America without a work visa can have several consequences: Countries in Latin America with stricter regulations for teaching English without a work visa include: Yes, there are legal ways to teach English in Latin America without a work visa. In some countries in Latin America, it is possible to teach English legally without a work visa under certain conditions. Here are some common ways to do so:  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Lesson planning whether it be for an English lesson or any other subject is one of the most important tasks of a teacher. Lesson planning can be time-consuming for the teacher but will cut out several complications during the lesson and after. In the end, it is worth the extra time to put together a lesson plan or plans. Benefits Flexibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Shinae P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Below is a few reasons why a teacher should plan his/her lessons. These reasons are not all the reasons there are as to why you should lesson plan but they are the reasons I...  [Read more]

1. What is TEFL certification? 2. How to choose the right TEFL course? 3. The process of getting TEFL certified 4. Benefits of getting TEFL certified TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. A TEFL certification is a qualification that provides individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to teach English to non-native speakers. It is essential for those who wish to pursue a career in teaching English abroad or online. Depending on the program, TEFL courses can vary in length, content, and accreditation. When choosing a TEFL course, it is crucial to consider factors such as accreditation, course content, teaching practice opportunities, job support, and cost. Look for courses that are accredited by recognized bodies such as the British Council or Accrediting Council for...  [Read more]

Regan McAllister TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In our global and connected world, knowing more than one language serves many benefits. Although technology has enabled communication across countries to be possible through translation apps, these apps fail to account for cultural etiquette and language nuances. Metaphors, figures of speech, and tone get easily distorted, which can lead to altered meanings and giggle-worthy translations. Improved Vocabulary Enhanced Cultural Understanding Better Understanding of Grammar, Syntax, and Sentence Structure Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! On top of the ability to communicate with more people, many researchers have linked foreign...  [Read more]

A TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) certificate is an essential qualification for those looking to teach English to non-native speakers. This certificate equips individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach English in a foreign language setting. While a TEFL certificate is not always a strict requirement, it is highly recommended for those looking to pursue a career in teaching English as a foreign language. Teaching English in rural communities presents unique challenges and opportunities. In rural areas, access to quality education and English language instruction may be limited. As a result, there is a growing demand for qualified English teachers to support educational initiatives in these underserved areas. Teaching in rural communities requires a...  [Read more]

TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) certification is a qualification that provides individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to teach English to non-native speakers. It is typically required by schools and language institutes around the world for those looking to teach English abroad. However, in recent years, there has been a growing demand for online English teachers, leading many to wonder if a TEFL certification qualifies them for this role. While requirements may vary depending on the platform or company you wish to work for, having a TEFL certification can certainly enhance your chances of being hired as an online English teacher. In addition to a TEFL certificate, most online teaching platforms will require candidates to have a bachelor's degree in any field, be a...  [Read more]

For those aspiring to teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), especially non-native speakers, a high level of English proficiency is essential. Specifically, you should have an English language proficiency that aligns with at least the C1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). TEFL primarily involves teaching English in regions where English is not the predominant language, so instructors need a deep understanding and command of the language. Who can be a TEFL teacher? Why is TEFL certification important? Do you have to be a native English speaker to teach EFL? The profession of teaching is regulated throughout the world, although the level of regulation varies from country to country. This is also true of the EFL teaching sector, however, there...  [Read more]

1. What is TEFL? 2. How can I get a TEFL certificate? 3. Where can I teach English abroad with a TEFL certificate? 4. What are the benefits of teaching English abroad with a TEFL certificate? TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. It is a certification that provides individuals with the skills and qualifications needed to teach English to non-native speakers. TEFL courses cover a range of topics such as lesson planning, classroom management, language analysis, and teaching methodologies. The goal of TEFL is to equip teachers with the necessary tools to effectively teach English to students of all ages and proficiency levels. There are various ways to obtain a TEFL certificate. Many institutions offer in-person courses, which can range from a few weeks to several months in...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences As an English teacher, we have to learn many ways of teaching. One of the most important skills is to learn how to plan a lesson. For writing a lesson plan, some teachers like to use formal plans, some take down notes while others write details into their notebooks. So, what exactly is a good lesson plan? Four aspects should be taken into consideration. What is a lesson plan? Why make a lesson plan? How to organize your lesson plan? What is a good lesson plan? Are you ready to start teaching English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Mudi S. First and foremost, what is a lesson plan? A lesson plan is a plan that you make for the lesson you want to teach. It is an aid to planning...  [Read more]

Yes, you can teach English abroad with a TEFL certificate from a Polynesian country. TEFL certificates are recognized globally, and having one from a Polynesian country should not hinder your ability to secure teaching positions in other countries. However, it is essential to ensure that the certificate meets the standards and requirements of the country where you intend to teach. Some countries may have specific regulations regarding TEFL certifications, so it is advisable to research and confirm the validity of your certificate before applying for teaching positions. While a TEFL certificate is a crucial requirement for teaching English abroad, it is not the only factor that schools and employers consider. In addition to a TEFL certification, many countries also require a bachelor's...  [Read more]

TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. It is a certification that provides individuals with the skills and qualifications needed to teach English to non-native speakers. While TEFL certification is not always a legal requirement for teaching English, it is highly recommended for individuals looking to teach English effectively and professionally. TEFL certification offers numerous benefits to individuals looking to teach English as a foreign language. Firstly, it provides essential training in lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching methodologies, ensuring that teachers are well-equipped to deliver engaging and effective lessons. Additionally, TEFL certification enhances job prospects and increases earning potential, as many employers prefer to hire teachers...  [Read more]

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification is a valuable qualification that opens up a world of opportunities for teaching English abroad. While the primary focus of TEFL certification is to prepare individuals to teach English in foreign countries, having a TEFL certificate can also be beneficial for teaching English in the United States. Having a TEFL certificate can enhance your resume and make you a more competitive candidate for English teaching positions in the United States. Employers value candidates with TEFL certification because it demonstrates that you have received proper training in teaching English as a second language. Additionally, a TEFL certificate provides you with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively teach English to non-native speakers,...  [Read more]

Yes, it is possible to secure a job in advance to teach English in Turkey. Many schools and language institutions in Turkey actively seek qualified English teachers to meet the demand for English language education in the country. Here are some key points to consider when looking to secure a teaching job in advance in Turkey: To teach English in Turkey, you will typically need the following requirements: The job market for English teachers in Turkey is generally favorable due to the high demand for English language skills in the country. Here are some key points to consider: Yes, there are specific qualifications needed to teach English in Turkey. To teach English in Turkey, the following qualifications are typically required: A bachelor's degree: Most schools and language institutions in...  [Read more]