Jacob Arthur

TESOL Review from Arthur   In this TESOL review video Arthur shares his experience taking our TEFL certification course as well as our Business English course. He enjoyed both courses and is ready to continue his teaching studies with ITTT in the future. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Christmas Movie Emoji Game Can your students guess these Christmas movies just by looking at emojis? Find out with this fun Christmas Movie Emoji Game. Answer key provided below.   Answer Key: 1. A Christmas Story 2. Nightmare Before Christmas 3. Polar Express 4. Arthur Christmas 5. It's a Wonderful Life 6. Home Alone 7. Miracle on 34th Street 8. White Christmas 9. A Christmas Carol 10. Elf Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Tips for Polite and Diplomatic Language As a teacher of English as a foreign language, it's a good idea to teach students polite words and expressions right from the start. While diplomatic language often includes difficult vocabulary, it's actually not that hard to add some polite spice to a simple sentence - even for beginner students.   Of course you can make sentences a lot more polite by using the two magic phrases "please" and "thank you". However, there are a lot of other ways to use more polite language when speaking to others. For English leaners, the problem mostly comes down to the fact that words and expressions that are considered "kind" in one language, aren't always kind in another. English uses a lot of...  [Read more]

Programs TEFL Diploma Check out tefl tesol about Programs TEFL Diploma 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 F.R. - Australia said: Establishing rapport I want to start from William Arthur Ward?s words ?The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires?. It is vital to inspire confidence in the students to make learning process effective. A teacher must know when to be firm and when otherwise to leave the students alone. Effective educational process demands students? willingly participation and contribution. It is...  [Read more]

TEFL in Munster, Germany Date posted:2006-01-05 | Writer: Language & Communication Firmentraining GmbH | Email: [email protected] Language & Communication Firmentraining was founded in 1996. We specialize in personalized language training at businesses or homes, and are looking for qualified ESL trainers to teach onsite at one of our customers in Munster (between Hamburg and Hannover). The lessons take place in the evening 3-5 times a week. It will be mostly one-on-one coaching.  We do require the following: - native speaker - TEFL or TESOL certificate - experience For more information on Language & Communicaton Firmentraining, please log on to our website at: Contact us If you are interested in this freelance position, please send your resume to Erika Jacobi...  [Read more]

TEFL in Poland - Tarnobrzeg Date posted:2004-06-10 | Writer: Word School of Foreign Languages | Email: [email protected] We are looking for qualified and resourceful native speaking teachers to teach English to children, teenagers and adults. Word School is a very successful private language school in Tarnobrzeg, Poland. It has been in operation for 9 years and has a growing population. Tarnobrzeg is in south-east Poland. It has a population of 55, 000. It is a quiet safe town. We run English and German language programs, as well as in-company Business English courses. We also prepare students for Cambridge Examinations (FCE,CAE, CPE, BEC 1/2/3) The classes have a maximum of 12 students. Students are placed in classes according to English ability. The courses we offer include 8...  [Read more]

TEFL in Tarnobrzeg, Poland (2) Date posted:2006-07-27 | Writer: WORD School of Foreign Languages | Email: [email protected] WORD School of Foreign Languages is now accepting applications for the upcoming school year (Oct.2006-June 2007) We are looking for qualified and resourceful native speaking teachers to teach English to children, teenagers and adults. Word School is a very successful private language school in Tarnobrzeg, Poland. It has been in operation for 11 years and has a growing population. Tarnobrzeg is in south-east Poland. It has a population of 55, 000. It is a quiet safe town. We run English and German language programs, as well as in-company Business English courses. We also prepare students for Cambridge Examinations (FCE,CAE, CPE, BEC 1/2/3) The classes have a...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Tips for Bridging the Cultural Gap in an ESL Classroom in Asia Cultural capital according to French sociologist Pierre Bourdieu is the gathering of knowledge, skills, and cultural traits that a person obtains from their personal, social and educational environment (Bourdieu, 1991, p. 14). The educational system in a Korean society differs from the learning practices in Western society. Asian societies such as South Korea, prioritize a teacher-centered learning style where students are expected to respect teachers and not solicit too much information since communication is often indirect and implicit. This group-focused thinking is a main cultural learning difference from Western teachings where individualism is more emphasized...  [Read more]

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Importance of Diagnostic Tests in an ESL Classroom For teachers of English to speakers of other languages, a diagnostic test is a valuable resource that can be employed to help both the teacher and the student. A diagnostic test is given at the beginning of the course, and is intended to assess the student's current knowledge and mastery of the English language. Diagnostic tests are similar to placement tests, however, a diagnostic test is generally used to assess more areas of the English language as a whole. Diagnostic tests are important as they assist the teacher in preparing lessons and materials, can help gauge the level of the student and whether the course is a good fit, and can help students know what...  [Read more]

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why English Matters Today English is everywhere. It is the world's lingua franca. Out of 7.5 billion people, 1.5 billion speak English and just 360 million of them are native speakers, that is to say, that English is by far the most commonly studied language. It has become the global language for business, science, technology, aviation, advertisement, cinema, music, education, and so much more. How did it become so powerful? Table of Contents The History of English Globalization Research in the Field Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Philippa K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions...  [Read more]

Thu, 12 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Does Online Education Influence ESL? The biggest influence online education has on ESL is that it changes the dynamics of the classroom to be nontraditional. It does not necessarily reflect the situations teachers envision themselves in when they set out to teach ESL. This nontraditional dynamic stretches from the delivery methods like online teaching platforms to the class itself and even the work and homework for students. Table of Contents Differences between in-class education and online education Future of online education Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jacob F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent...  [Read more]

Mon, 13 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A Digital Age Classroom - What's It Like? The use of new technology in the classroom is a complex topic with many variables. The aim of this essay is to highlight some of the advantages and weaknesses of the use of technology in the classroom and how to find the middle ground. Then looking at how to implement technology in a way that creates a conducive learning environment for students, with a specific focus on the ESA approach. Applying technology as a supplement to teaching and creating a positive learning environment for students is the goal. Table of Contents Advantages Weaknesses ESA and Technology The "So what?" Are you ready to become a TEFL teacher? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas The Principles of Building a Strong Vocabulary Perhaps more than anything, the size of a student's vocabulary puts a limit on what he or she can and cannot do in English! Because although I think that grammar certainly has a place in the teaching of English, my own experience has shown me that the number of words and phrases in your language arsenal will be a bigger determining factor of your ability to understand and to use a language actively. Here I will explain why I believe that vocabulary is key when it comes to mastering English and at the same time give some examples of how to teach English vocabulary effectively to students in line with the ESA methodology. Table of Contents Active vs. Passive Vocabulary Benefits of a Large...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Ensure Effective Classroom Management with Young Learners Based on the enormous knowledge obtained from the TEFL online study, it is obvious that one of the cornerstones to being a good Teacher especially an ESL Teacher is having excellent knowledge or skill in managing a class, which serves as a requisite to achieving the aim and purpose of the daily lesson. Table of Contents Definition Working with Children Rules and Directions Classroom Routine Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate NEFE K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Definition As stated by Evertson and...  [Read more]

Fri, 29 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Utilization of Classroom Management Classroom management is one of the keys to having a successful class. There are lots of things a teacher can do to successfully manage his or her classroom. Teachers can be the example that they would like in their classroom. The classroom environment can influence how efficient a class can run. The techniques and activities a teacher uses inside a class can greatly influence how engaged students can be. Table of Contents The teacher should always set an example for students. Inside the classroom, it's imperative to use eye contact, different gestures, and your voice to keep students involved. Classroom arrangement We know that establishing rapport is important in determining the success of a...  [Read more]

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 Kavinna Batra TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Is a College Degree Crucial for Becoming an English Teacher? Education comes in many forms, whether through months of hands-on training or years of schooling. Table of Contents Hiring Teachers Industry Individual Alternatives to a university education Trade schools Apprenticeships Self-made experiences Are you ready to teach English? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Education comes in many forms. Yet, nowadays, it seems like a college degree is the best and the most meritorious achievement in education –something that employers not only support but also demand. To produce this article, I questioned some of my fellow colleagues and professionals from the...  [Read more]

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Top Tips for Using TPR in Preschool ESL Teaching Total Physical Response is a very successful teaching method that can be used for both children and adults, particularly for beginner and lower-level learners. This English teaching approach, developed by Dr. James Asher, has been applied for almost thirty years. Asher's language learning method is built around the coordination of speech and action, and its purpose is to teach language through physical activity. Table of Contents Is TPR Beneficial in Online ESL Teaching? How Can TPR be Used in Teaching ESL to Young Learners? Simon Says TPR Storytelling TPR Songs Scavenger Hunt Challenge Charades Pronunciation Conclusion Are you ready to teach English abroad or online?...  [Read more]