Language Functions In A Lesson Plan

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Meiheriguli Y. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Foundation Teaching tasks Good Lesson Plan Check-list Lesson plan and Unit plans Criteria of a Unit plan: Related Articles: First of all, we must understand that the lesson plan is the most important foundation in English teaching. With a sound curriculum plan, perfect teaching can be carried out. Set out the purpose of teaching in the course plan: Also Read: Punishment in the Classroom: Is it Correct or Not? Secondly, we must understand the teaching tasks in the curriculum plan (lesson plan): Before you start the lesson there are several practical things you can do to make sure your...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Many of us, who have had the opportunity to learn a new language have this exciting memory of learning a non-native language even though it could have been just a word or eventually mastering the language itself but, till date have that in our memory bank and access it as and when necessary. In many cases it often beings with a song where we pick up a few words when we are listing to it and slowly try to build up our vocabulary and potentially develop an interest in learning that new language. Reasons to Use Songs Lesson Plan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nagashree C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A Lesson plan has many important attributes which most definitely will assist the teacher in teaching (even though there have been theories about lesson planning arguing that it might not be flexible for the students). There is no doubt that coming to class prepared is essential whether with a lesson plan or without. It is very helpful for inexperienced teachers especially those who may lack direction. Reasons to Write a Plan General Suggestions What to Include Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Amelie R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. There are three functions for writing a lesson...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Planning a lesson is of key importance to a teacher because it prepares him/her to manage learner behavior and create the perfect learning environment for its students. During the lesson planning phase, a teacher decides upon the goals, activities, resources, timing, grouping and other aspects of a lesson (Richards & Renandya, 2002). What is a Lesson Plan For? Stages Lesson Planning Approaches Parts of an Effective Lesson Plan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Pulkesh M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The lesson plan may not be a very detailed and descriptive one but its purpose is to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A lesson plan is a very important element for teaching. Not only it provides a standard procedure of teaching, but it also helps the teacher keep track of each lesson. Moreover, it is also very helpful in some special cases, such as substitute teachers can use the lesson provided to carry out the lesson more efficiently. Although different teachers may have different teaching styles, a lesson plan should be prepared by all teachers despite the teaching style. A good lesson plan should include the following 5 components; lesson topic, class objectives, procedure, time management, and student practice. Topic and Point of the Lesson Objectives Lesson Sequence Time Management Practice Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles:...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Lesson Planning in TEFL Courses 2. Components of an Effective Lesson Plan 3. Practical Tips for Creating Engaging Lesson Plans 4. Resources for TEFL Lesson Plan Creation In TEFL courses, lesson planning is a crucial aspect that ensures effective teaching and learning. A well-structured lesson plan provides a roadmap for the teacher, guiding them through the objectives, activities, and assessments for each class. It helps teachers stay organized, manage time efficiently, and maintain a clear focus on the learning outcomes. Moreover, lesson planning allows for flexibility and adaptation based on student needs and feedback, leading to a more dynamic and engaging classroom environment. An effective lesson plan in TEFL courses typically includes several key components. These...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Trang V. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Preparation PROCEDURE Engagement Study STAGE 2- Attending To Form (20') Activate STAGE 3- Practicing And Enjoying Activities (20') STAGE 4- Review Vocabulary With Song (15') STAGE 5- Developing Strategies For Vocabulary (25') Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Also Read: Moving Forward: My Personal Teaching Experience, Changing Careers STAGE 1 - Understanding And Learning The Meaning Of New Words (10')Firstly, students watch a video that is related to colors. Students give...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Knowing an additional language goes beyond the ability to speak it. It connects people, helps in understanding different cultures and has also been identified as a boost to brain function and increase intelligence. Present Situation Example Lesson Plan Lesson: Receptive Skills Engage and Study Phase: Activate Phase: Expected end result: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nagashree C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. In the present age of expanding businesses, capturing markets across the globe, establishing offices far and wide, more and more business are following the model of 'following...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Thom P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. First Step Second Step Grammar (15 minutes) a/an the no article Pronunciation (15 minutes) Third Step Cool Down (5 minutes) Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Lesson Objectives: Students will practice recognizing homophones and practice the correct, indefinite, and zero articles.Summary of tasks/actionsWarm-Up: Vocabulary Review (10 minutes) Tell students that they will play a game to review some of the words that they talked about last week. Divide the class...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Teaching Ideas The Importance of lesson planning cannot be overemphasized, as the teachers need to map out a plan of what the learners need to learn and how it will be done to ensure effective teaching and learning at a particular period during classes. Designing appropriate learning activities and developing strategies to obtain feedback on learners, is one of the importance of lesson planning. A well-constructed lesson plan for each lesson allows the teacher to teach with more confidence and also helps maximize the chances of having a meaningful and well-organized learning experience in all intent and purpose. A successful lesson plan must address the following components: Teachers should think of some questions as they design the learning activities: However, there are...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Medine A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Anticipated problems for students: Anticipated problems for the teacher: Phase Procedure Timing Interaction Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Difficulty understanding the rules on changing verbs that have endings.Confusion with some special verbs, such as like, feel, smell, etc. which are not normally used in the present continuous tense.Solutions: More examples, demonstrations, and practices. Also Read: The Ways Reading Influences Language Acquisition...  [Read more]

  So, the document itself needs to contain some general information about the class, for example the name of the teacher, the date and time of the lesson, what level of class is being taught and in what room, how many students are we expecting, this is important, when we've got things like photocopying and materials to do, what is the context of the lesson, in other words, what is the lesson actually about, what vocabulary or grammar point is this lesson covering and sometimes it's also useful to write out what the focus of the lesson is. So, in effect, the context of the lesson is telling us the grammar point, for example, that might be the present continuous tense, whereas the focus is telling us how we're going to go about teaching it. Another example to illustrate this: Let's...  [Read more]

  Then, we have a set of objectives and aims. Here, the learner objectives relate to what we're hoping the students are going to be able to do by the end of your lesson and quite often, that can be a useful way of writing out what the objectives are. So, we would start the sentence "By the end of the lesson, students should be able to?" and then a list of two, three or four items that we're expecting the students to be able to do by completing this lesson. The learner objectives are different to the teacher aims the teacher aims are what you are expecting from that lesson itself. Now, when you first start teaching, quite a normal aim might be to complete the lesson successfully, to get through the whole thing without having any problems. As time goes on and you become more...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Anna D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. General recommendations Preparation and Class Routine Here's an example of a lesson plan: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Also Read: What is the difference between TESOL and TEFL? Also Read: What is the Central European Teaching Program CETP for teaching English in Hungary? Apply now & get certified to teach english abroad! Speak with an ITTT advisor today to put together your personal plan for teaching English abroad. Send us an email or call us toll-free at 1-800-490-0531 to speak with an ITTT advisor today.  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Standing in front of a class, a teacher procrastinates by asking each student random questions and scribbling on the board, but something is wrong. The students seem restless and the teacher looks uncomfortable. The teacher then springs into action by quickly shuffling through a stack of papers on their desk while the students look around blankly at one another. Their attention is dwindling. "By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail." - Benjamin Franklin Misconception Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Bryce W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Be prepared, and be ready! When teaching,...  [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]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Writing a lesson plan requires putting down a detailed step-by-step guide that outlines the teacher's objectives for what the students will learn during their lesson and how they will learn it. To create a lesson plan, the learning objectives should be identified, activities should be developed, and the materials to be used will also be determined. A lesson plan can exist in the teacher's mind, or written in any format understandable by the teacher. Its purpose is to outline the "program" for a single lesson. It generally helps the teacher in both plannings and executing the lesson. It helps the student achieve a detailed format of learning, and help them get a structured organization of learning in their minds. In writing the objectives of the lesson,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas To have a successful lesson, you have to plan it carefully. Lesson planning is at the heart of being an effective teacher. What is a lesson plan? How important is a lesson plan? 1. Prove of Teacher's Creativity 2. Teach with Higher Level of Confidence 3. Achieve Goals 4. Record Your Teaching 5. Show Teaching Path 6. Map of Goals 7. Structure 8. Classroom Management 9. Contents of the Lesson Do you want to teach English abroad? Listen to this blog post Related Articles: A lesson plan is a step by step guide which helps teachers in maintaining a standard teaching pattern and does not let the class deviate from the topic. It also provides teachers with learning objectives, quality questions, supplies, and activities. Some following elements will show us...  [Read more]

Before creating a lesson plan for teaching English as a foreign language, it is crucial to understand the needs of your students. Consider their language proficiency level, learning styles, cultural background, and any specific goals they may have. Conducting a needs analysis can help you tailor your lessons to meet the individual needs of your students. This will ensure that your lesson plan is relevant and effective in helping them achieve their language learning objectives. When developing a lesson plan, it is essential to set clear objectives and outcomes for each lesson. Clearly defined objectives help guide your teaching and give students a sense of direction and purpose. Objectives should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART). By clearly outlining...  [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]

The rationale behind planning TEFL lessons is a crucial aspect to consider because it shapes the content of our lesson plans. We plan lessons for several reasons such as: i) To provide a structure to our lessons ii) To provide a record of what has been taught iii) To easily cross reference against any syllabus requirements of the course being taught The latter two points aid in ensuring we meet all the course requirements by providing a comprehensive record of lessons conducted. The first point, providing structure, is arguably the most crucial as it maps out the expected course of the lesson. Before delving into an actual plan, we should ponder on the kind of information we need to document in the plan. A lesson plan isn't meant to be a verbatim script but should include information...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Lesson planning is an essential part of your teaching practice. Moreover, it is vital to be creative all the time. This sample lesson plan will help you to set a perfect lesson for beginners or lower-intermediate students. Brainstorming ideas Preparing the lesson Target dialog 1 Additional materials Are you ready to become a TEFL teacher? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Michelle M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. List a number of role-play situations that would be appropriate for beginner and low intermediate level students. These role-play situations should include variety with multiple structures for students to exploit. Also Read: Top 10...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Abraham F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Lesson Materials Grouping Activate Part 1 Elicitation Ideas Activate Part 2 Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Teaching tools used for learners: One bucket with nontoxic learner-approved clay. Each bucket of clay will have five sticks, each stick a different color. Paper plates matching the color of the clay. Scissors and crayons. Learner approved audio about a rainbow song. The object is to gain the learners' attention. The learning environment created will...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Charos H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Lesson Plan Engage Stage (10 minutes): Study Stage (22 minutes): Active stage (28 minutes): Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: I've designed this lesson for beginner students in the ESL new language class. There are 6 students in a small group classroom. The students are between 6-7 years old. My goal is to provide opportunities to explore and personalize a new language. I chose the "Straight Arrow" ESA methodology to teach the topic, Do you like Fruit? Also Read: Who will my students be when teaching English abroad? I will start to play the "Do you...  [Read more]

A TEFL lesson plan is a roadmap that outlines the structure and content of your English language teaching session. It helps you organize your ideas, set clear objectives, and ensure a smooth flow of activities during the class. A well-designed lesson plan not only keeps you on track but also enhances the learning experience for your students. Understanding the basic components of a TEFL lesson plan is crucial for creating effective and engaging lessons. Creating a successful TEFL lesson plan involves several key steps. Firstly, you need to identify the learning objectives of the lesson, considering the language skills you want to focus on (listening, speaking, reading, writing) and the language functions or grammar points you want to teach. Next, you should plan engaging activities that...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A lesson plan is a series of instructions written by the teacher on how to cover his lessonIt is also a working document to refer to during the lesson ad a record of the class content useful for future lessons or for other teachers. Structure Teaching Materials More Things to Consider Anticipated Problems Interaction Are you ready to take your TEFL course? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: An effective lesson plan should be flexible and open to change. How a lesson plan is written depends upon the teacher. It's complicated because it doesn't exist the perfect way to write a lesson plan. It can be formal following a specific pattern or written in the form of notes but simplicity is essential. This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Solmaz F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Engage Stage Study Stage Activate Stage Engage Stage Study Stage Activate Stage Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Also Read: 3 Main Advantages of a Non-Native English Teacher Also Read: The Importance of Using Online ESL Games in TEYL Apply now & get certified to teach english abroad! Speak with an ITTT advisor today to put together your personal plan for teaching English abroad! Send us an email or call us toll-free at 1-800-490-0531 to speak with an ITTT advisor today.  [Read more]

  Enhancing Engagement Through Interactive Tools Utilizing Online Resources for Language Learning Integrating Virtual Reality for Immersive Experiences Gamification: Making Learning Fun and Effective Creating Digital Portfolios for Assessment Interactive Whiteboards for Dynamic Teaching Flipped Classroom Approach for Active Learning Online Collaboration for Global Connections Adaptive Learning Platforms for Personalized Education Overcoming Challenges in Implementing Technology Incorporating technology in lesson plans can significantly enhance student engagement. By utilizing interactive tools such as educational apps, online quizzes, and interactive whiteboards, teachers can create a dynamic learning environment that caters to different learning styles. ITTT (International TEFL and...  [Read more]

Time management is crucial in TEFL lessons as it ensures that all planned activities are completed within the allocated time frame. Effective time management helps maintain the pace of the lesson, keeps students engaged, and maximizes learning opportunities. Without proper time management, lessons can become chaotic, leading to unfinished tasks, student disengagement, and a lack of achievement of learning objectives. To effectively manage time in TEFL lessons, it is essential to have a well-structured lesson plan with clearly defined goals and activities. Break down the lesson into manageable segments with specific time allocations for each task. Use visual aids such as timers or clocks to help students track the time remaining for each activity. Be flexible and willing to adjust the pace...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teachers who want to have good performance in class should have good lesson planning. Teachers should answer these questions before preparing lesson planning: what am I teaching? Whom am I teaching? How will I teach? And how will I know if the students understand? Reasons to plan Lesson Components Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Phuong T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Writing a lesson plan is very important for all teachers. A lesson plan helps the teacher to keep on target during the lesson. Writing lesson plans following each topic will create the connection of course. Teachers and...  [Read more]