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Common Problems for Italian Learners of English - TEFL Blog
Wed, 11 Dec 2019 Federico Riva
Alumni Experiences
Common Problems for Italian Learners of English
In my past, I have lived in many different countries and language environments. I have come to learn that the best way to gain an understanding of a new language is to be absorbed in it. In countries where English is widely spoken as a foreign language (Scandinavian countries for example), learning the language of the country can be much more difficult. It is uncomfortable not being able to express oneself, so English offers a cane of comfort, but also a disservice. Unless one goes through this part of the learning process where speaking is hard for you and maybe even for your listener, fluency can never be achieved.
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TESOL TEFL Reviews - Video Testimonial - Dawn
Dawn decided to take an online TEFL course with ITTT to enable her to take advantage of the high demand for English teachers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In this TEFL review video Dawn describes her experience of taking ITTT's 120-hour online course with tutor support.
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. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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Common English Pronunciation Issues for Native Italian Speakers - TEFL Blog
Mon, 29 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Common English Pronunciation Issues for Native Italian Speakers
Proper pronunciation is essential to the understanding and communication of a language, and therefore it is an essential component of English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. Students of different nationalities and backgrounds will have different issues regarding English pronunciation depending on their native language. Their pronunciation issues often directly stem from the pronunciation of their native language because of differences between the two languages. This summative task will highlight the most common English pronunciation issues for Italian native speakers.
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TEFL Review For Online TEFL Course
Dawn is from Scotland and she is currently living in Kuala Lumpur. She realized that there is a high demand for qualified English teachers in Malaysia. She took our 120-hour TEFL/TESOL online course and appreciated the flexibility of the course. While the course can be completed within a period of 6 months, Dawn completed it within 4 months and is excited to start her new career of teaching overseas.
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Awesome Insights into Teaching Italian Beginner Students - TEFL Blog
Thu, 07 Mar 2019 Jon ITTT
Alumni Experiences
Awesome Insights into Teaching Italian Beginner Students
When starting a career in teaching, regardless of age,gender and nationality, a prospective teacher should always bear in mind one fundamental skill:patience. This particular talent is what I personally believe distinguishes a competent teacher from the incompetent one, and is crucial in establishing the overall success of each and every student. So, how patient should teachers be and, particularly, how patient should the teachers at beginner levels be?
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The influence of the student's first language
Problems with possessives, prepositions and plurals
Knowing when to correct
Patience is key
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English Pronunciation Problems of Italian Native Speakers - TEFL Blog
Sun, 12 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
English Pronunciation Problems of Italian Native Speakers
Teaching English pronunciation to students of other languages is always a big deal. English teachers from other countries may think that it is a topic to be skipped or only briefly introduced to students, but it is one of the most important subjects and it should be an integral part of an English course. As a matter of fact, the full understanding of a language and good communication actually depend, to a certain extent, on how correctly words are pronounced. Also, it is not only a matter of pronunciation but intonation. Every language has its own intonation and stress on words, so an English learner could find it difficult to get used to a new way of pronouncing words in... [Read more]
Italian Phrases Cheat Sheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English Abroad
Italian Phrases Cheat Sheet
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Intro to Italian Wine
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TEFL Italy - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Language Assistants Required In Italian Schools
Language Assistants Required in Italian Schools
Date posted:2020-03-05 | Writer: Globo Education | Email: [email protected]
Globo Education is a company with many years of experience in Education. We are currently looking for Conversation Assistants in English willing to support the teaching activities of the (Italian) EFL teachers employed in the Italian Schools (Primary to Upper-Secondary). The Language Assistants will be working for 25 hours per week for a period of time that may vary between 3 to 6 months up to a maximum of 1 year.
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Assistants should hold a degree and a TEFL certificate and previous experience will be a plus.
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TEFL Italy - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach Tefl In The Italian Alps
Teach TEFL in The Italian Alps!
Date posted:2009-03-03 | Writer: St. Kits Work and Travel | Email: [email protected]
We are looking for a TEFL qualified British / Irish* ESL teacher with a driver’s license and the willingness to work with students of all levels and age ranges. This is for a well-respected school in the Italian Alps, in a city called Arona. Arona is a resort town on beautiful Lago Maggiore - about 30 minutes by train from Milan.
Working hours vary by day, but total about 25 hours per week. There are several other international teachers at the school and a good environment for sharing materials and supporting each other.
This is a contract job from March to July and includes affordable accommodation in town.
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These Are the Most Common English Pronunciation Mistakes Made by Italian Native Speakers - TEFL Blog
Thu, 30 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
These Are the Most Common English Pronunciation Mistakes Made by Italian Native Speakers
This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Stefania F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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Teaching English pronunciation to students of other languages is always a big deal.
One of the biggest challenges when teaching English to Italians is its phonetics.
I personally witnessed pronunciation difficulties when I taught English in Italy in high school last year.
Apart from Italian students, I also taught a small group of French, Latin-American, and Arabic migrants, recently arrived in Italy. Not only did they have a low level of Italian, but they were... [Read more]
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All About Gelato
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Problems for Learners of English in Italy - TEFL Blog
Wed, 31 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Problems for Learners of English in Italy
Learning a new language can be a wonderful experience. However, its success depends on several factors. Personal propensity above all. By this, I mean interest and passion for whatever language it is we have set our minds to learn. More often than not this propensity involves a sort of an innate talent which makes it easier for some students to master specific language skills. The right hint of motivation goes hand in hand with the environment. At a very early stage, this environment is represented by our teachers, masters, and tutors. Their ability to pass on the interest of another language will be crucial. How are we ever going to enjoy foreign language classes if they are carried out... [Read more]
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Living and Teaching English in Italy - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Habits & Customs
Living and Teaching English in Italy - Habits, Customs & Curiosities
Italy is one of the most exciting destinations in Europe due to its long history, amazing cultural sites and picturesque landscapes. It is also a very popular destination for qualified teachers looking to live and work in the field of teaching English as a foreign language. The following guides should help you decide whether Italy is a suitable destination for your EFL career. They cover topics such as travel tips, basic Italian words and phrases, the most popular attractions, cultural do’s and don’ts, and Italian food and wine.
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Swiss-German Travel Phrases
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Pasta Shapes Explained
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TEFL Italy - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Director Of Studies Treviso Italy ann. 2
Director of Studies - Treviso, Italy
Date posted:2024-03-04 | Writer: My English School | Email: [email protected]
MyES has 50 schools across Italy, France and Spain. We are proud to be an innovative leader in the world of EFL, to be a fun and friendly place to work and study, and above all a place where people, MyES students and MyES team members, come first.
We are currently looking for a Director of Studies for our school in Treviso, Italy, to start on July 1st, with training in June.
ROLE:
To work in close collaboration with the Centre Director to look after the Didactic side of the school – teaching, learning and student satisfaction, applying the My English School Learning Method.
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• Recruitment and Training of new teachers. Training conducted through... [Read more]
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In this article an ITTT TEFL course graduate describes important factors in EFL classroom management.
Awesome Insights into Teaching Italian Beginner Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate sharing her thoughts teaching Italian beginner students.
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This blog post is written by our recent TEFL graduate who shares her thoughts on building teacher's confidence in the classroom.
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The Most Common Problems Students in Italy Face When Learning English - TEFL Blog
Sat, 24 Nov 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
The Most Common Problems Students in Italy Face When Learning English
According to the EF English Proficiency Index, in the year 2017 Italy ranked last - among European countries - in English proficiency skills. Being an Italian myself and having studied foreign languages up to my Master's Degree, I have progressively grown aware of the main factors which cause Italy to perform so poorly. Other than grammatical gaps, which are not to be analyzed in this context, I have noticed how the extremely limited exposition to spoken words can affect not only the students' ability to understand and follow conversations or arguments, but even the possibility for them to be understood when trying to speak.
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Problems for learners in a country of your choice Talking about specific problems which the students of a certain country have learning English, in Europe Italians are probably the ones to have most problems in general. They seem not to be able to learn very quickly or well. This is partly fault of the national television broadcast and the cinema which dub everything. Due to this their daily exposure to English is limited only to their studies and... [Read more]
Course Books for English for Specific Purposes and English for Academic Purposes ▷ Infographic - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Course Books for English for Specific Purposes and English for Academic Purposes
English for Specific Purposes is an area of English language teaching and learning that encompasses business English, English for Academic Purposes as well as courses that teach English needed for specific professions. In this infographic we look at course books aimed at teaching English to those in certain professions such as finance, law, tourism, medicine and aviation. We also look at course books available for teaching English for Academic Purposes. EAP focuses on the language and skills needed for students to study in English at university level. As with other English teaching, EAP deals with reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as vocabulary and grammar but these are linked to the... [Read more]
Top Tips for Language Learning for Career Advancement - TEFL Blog
Mon, 29 Jan 2024 Luciana Campos
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Top Tips for Language Learning for Career Advancement
In today's interconnected and globalized world, learning a foreign language can significantly enhance career prospects. Several popular languages can be particularly beneficial for career growth. According to a blog by Graduate Coach, English, Chinese, Spanish, and Portuguese are among the most popular languages for career advancement. The ability to speak, explain, and negotiate in another language makes an individual more employable, increases confidence. It even can lead us to a higher salary. Additionally, learning a new language can improve business acumen, communication skills, and cultural awareness. These are all highly valued skills in the professional... [Read more]
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Top Tips for Preparing ESL Students for Exams
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Stories for Teaching English: Suitable Options for Different Age Groups - TEFL Blog
Tue, 04 Jul 2023 Federico Riva
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Stories for Teaching English: Suitable Options for Different Age Groups
Using stories and storytelling as teaching strategies in foreign language education is effective for students of all ages. Stories are a powerful tool for transmitting social and cultural heritage, and they engage students by allowing them to identify with characters and become invested in the outcomes. When teaching English to children, teenagers, and adults, it is important to select stories that are gripping, relatable, and relevant to their respective age groups.
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Stories for Children
Stories for Teenagers
Stories for Adults
Improving Receptive and Productive Skills
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A Short Guide for Preparing Course Materials for TEFL Teaching - TEFL Blog
Thu, 06 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
A Short Guide for Preparing Course Materials for TEFL Teaching
Course materials are the ingredients of the class, that if implemented effectively, make it taste good. A teacher can be amazing at instructing but the materials are what will help the students apply the lecture and know if they understood it. It reminds me of when I was in class, listening to my teacher, oftentimes I was really under the impression that I understood what the teacher was saying. When I did my homework though, I found it difficult to apply that information to the exercises. This was often the case when the teacher explained things well, but the materials weren't personalized and came from a textbook that has been out of date for the past 5 years. Here... [Read more]
The Top Travel Apps to Use While Traveling In Italy - TEFL Blog
Mon, 18 May 2020 Mia Santarelli
Destinations
The Top Travel Apps to Use While Traveling In Italy
You've renewed your passport, packed durable walking shoes, and typed up a detailed itinerary directing your steps in Italy. Your Italian ducks may seem like they're in a row, but sometimes, a dream adventure to a foreign country can turn into a stress-filled series of mishaps, unless you take advantage of technology and the apps that will make your trip a dream come true. The first time I traveled to Italy, I could not wait to arrive and begin exploring the hidden histories that the winding cobblestone streets offer their visitors. Navigating a city like Florence, in which the streets are decorated with signs indicating streets that curve into twisty knots, like a bowl of al dente... [Read more]
Professional Development for EFL Teachers
Tue, 26 Mar 2024 Sarah Jennings
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Professional Development for EFL Teachers
Obtaining a TEFL certification marks the onset of your journey as an EFL teacher. Truth be told, it's merely the tip of the iceberg!After all, there's always room for improvement. Staying abreast of the latest advancements in English language teaching isn't just commendable; it's essential. This not only benefits your students in their language learning journey but also fosters your growth as an EFL educator.While some educational institutions may provide ongoing training opportunities for their faculty, those operating outside the conventional classroom setting or as independent contractors will benefit professional development.Thankfully, ITTT provides a range of specialised courses and a... [Read more]
7 Activities for Teaching the Simple Present for the ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Fri, 20 Jul 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
7 Activities for Teaching the Simple Present for the ESL Classroom
ESL teachers often encounter difficulties when teaching grammar patterns to students abroad. The following 7 activities for teaching the simple present for the ESL classroom will help your students pick up the tense in an easy and efficient way.
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2. Cultural Norms
3. Classmate Interviews
4. ESP (Extraordinary Sensory Perceptions)
5. Where am I?
6. Present Simple BINGO Mingle
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