Learning English Why Is It Important

Tue, 12 May 2020 Dana W Alumni Experiences Top Four Reasons to Learn English There are so many reasons it is important to learn the English language. Before you begin or continue on your learning journey, it is also important to consider your 'why'. Why are you learning English? Is it simply a personal desire you have always had? Is it because you want to land a better job or career? Is it because you have a big upcoming presentation at work and you are nervous to speak English in front of your boss and colleagues? Let's take a look at the benefits of learning English. Table of Contents English is Spoken in More Than 50 Countries Worldwide It Makes Traveling Easier and More Enjoyable You Will Have More Job Opportunities You Will Become More Intelligent The Bottom Line Or are you...  [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 Unique Challenges and Advantages of Teaching Beginner English Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on teaching beginners. Important Personal Qualities for English Teachers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the teaching qualities needed in an ESL classroom. How Can Teachers Motivate Students and Why is it Important? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina ...  [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 Why it was a Great Idea for Me to Obtain a TEFL Certificate | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the importance of taking a TEFL course. Why Are Teachers Considered to Have Many Roles in the Classroom? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate overviews some of the most important responsibilities of the teacher. Why Making Friends in an English Class is Important | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker ITTT TEFL After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer. Read my articles How Important are Phonology and Pronunciation in the English Language Classroom? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences There are many important areas of English language teaching, including phonology and pronunciation, but how important are they? In this post, an ITTT graduate looks at these areas from his own experience in the classroom. Why Teachers Need to Complete a TEFL Certification Course Before Heading Overseas | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker TEFL...  [Read more]

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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 L2 Language Acquisition Differs from the L1 Language | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to some differences first and second languages have in terms of acquisition. Our TEFL graduate shares their knowledge and experience. Discipline in the Classroom - Why is it Important and How is it Maintained? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is discipline, why is it important and how to keep it in the classroom? Read in this blog post. Several Useful Ideas for Your...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Motivation in Class as it is Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers motivation one more time and explains why it is so vital for an ESL classroom. Teacher’s Self-Analysis: Which Aspect to Improve for Better Teaching Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Self-analysis is important for anybody willing to teach. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the topic. The Importance of a Lesson Plan and its Structure Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers why planning is so important and what's more important why its structure should be particular. How Bad Behavior in the Classroom Can Be Addressed in Positive Ways Instead of Strict Punishment ...  [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 History of The ESA Approach | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is ESA and why it is popular in ESL teaching? Our TEFL digs deeper into the history of this approach and shares their thoughts. Why it is Important to Complete a TEFL Course | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL alumna explains the reasons to take a course in teaching English. The Role of Parents in Education | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How parents take part in students...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Best Times to Teach Slang and Idioms Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Slang and idioms are often being avoided by English teachers. However, these lexical units are extremely important in TEFL teaching. Essential Strategies in Classroom Management Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the basic classroom management strategies. Our TEFL graduate shares their knowledge on the point. Classroom Management Strategies to Control Student Behavior Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL alumna overviews several strategies on behavior management and students' engagement into the lesson. What Incentives Work With ESL Students? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Why Learning Grammar is Essential Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate and uncovers the reasons why learning grammar is essential, especially when teaching English as a foreign language. The Most Important Qualities in TEFL Teaching Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by our TEFL student who shares their thoughts on the most important qualities of a good teacher. Phonetics Difficulties for French Students Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on some common challenges for French native speakers. What Personal Qualities Are Important For Teachers of English? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Why Taking a TEFL Training Course is Important Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences There are many reasons why one should get TEFL certified before starting the ESL work. Our TEFL graduate explains it. Why Japanese Students Struggle with Communicating in English Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to the problems faced by Japanese students in English communication. Is the Personality of the Teacher Important to ESL Students? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Does a teacher have any influence on students? What plays greater role: skills or personal traits? Read in this blog post. Cultural Awareness in TEFL Teaching Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate...  [Read more]

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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 Challenges for Myanmar Students in ESL Learning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on some common challenges students from Myanmar face when learning English. Why Building Rapport is So Incredibly Important For Teachers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Building rapport can help you to deliver lessons more effectively. Our TEFL graduate explains how it helps. The Real Reason Behind Lesson Planning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Evaluation and Testing: What is the Necessity? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post covers the problem of evaluation and testing. Who is it important for? Our TEFL graduate shares their experience and thoughts. Why is Completing a TEFL Course Important? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Our Alumna shares their thoughts on the reasons to take a TEFL course. The Important Rules of Successful Classroom Management ESL Teachers Should Follow Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on some important roles a teacher needs to act in the classroom. One More Point of View on the Importance of Stories for English Learning in Early Childhood Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Learning Teaching Skills Is Important Modern society demands high-quality teaching and learning from teachers. Teachers have to possess a great deal of knowledge and skills about both teaching and assessment practices to meet those demands and standards of quality education. Table of Contents Benefits for Teachers Teaching Success Work with Students Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Vivian M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Benefits for Teachers Effective teacher learning and professional development are important for student's achievement. Teacher learning skills are...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Why is Classroom Discipline Important? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, a recent TEFL graduate shares his opinion on classroom discipline. He explains how to set up better relations in the classroom for the whole year. Lesson Planning: What is it and Why is it Necessary? Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas During a TEFL certification course you will cover many subjects including lesson planning. In this post, a graduate looks at what lesson planning actually is and why it is important. What My TEFL Course Taught Me About Classroom Management Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas A TEFL certification course covers a wide range of subjects to help you improve your...  [Read more]

Older Posts My Personal Experience Moving to Beijing to Teach English Joanna Dineva Destinations Alumni Experiences Are you interested in teaching English in China? Definitely check out the personal experience moving to Beijing to teach English by one of our TEFL course alumni. Comparing Foreign Language Learning in Japan and Canada Amanda Stern Alumni Experiences What is more important in teaching language: fluency or accuracy? This is an age-old question that a recent TEFL alumna is trying to solve in this article. Why is Teaching Vocabulary so Important? Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate uncovering the question: Why is Teaching Vocabulary so Important? Why Learning Grammar is Essential Linda Dunsmore...  [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 Reading as the Influential Key to Language Acquisition | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post considers reading as a key skill for successful future. Our TEFL alumna shares their thoughts and experience. How can a Student’s Family Assist in English Learning? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of family participation in students' education. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the point. Common Issues Faced by EFL Students of Different...  [Read more]

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Older Posts How to Use Videos in Online ESL Lessons Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL experts talks about the reasons and ways to use videos in online ESL lessons. If you want to spice up your online classes, read this article and try these exciting ideas! Linguistics for ESL Teachers Sahil Gazi TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How can being a linguist help you when teaching English as a foreign language? This blog post will explore this topic. What is it like teaching English in Bangladesh? Sahil Gazi TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you interested in moving to Bangladesh to teach English as a foreign language? This article takes a look at what you will expect. 6 Great Ideas...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Why is Teaching Vocabulary so Important? Vocabulary represents one of the most important skills necessary for teaching and learning a foreign language. It is the basis for the development of all the other skills like Reading comprehension, Listening comprehension, speaking, writing, spelling, and pronunciation. Vocabulary is the main tool for students to use English effectively. When he/she is confronted with a native English Speaker, when watching a movie or when listening to a favorite song, when reading a text or when writing a letter to a friend, students will always need to operate with words. Table of Contents Why is vocabulary important? Techniques for memorizing vocabulary In conclusion Do you want to teach English abroad?...  [Read more]

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Reasons Why Student-Teacher Relationships Are Important Learning a new language can be a daunting task. It requires a lot of studying, practicing, and participation in order to fully comprehend and be able to use a new language. That is why people who want to learn a new language prefer to take a class on it instead of trying to learn it themselves. Taking a class on the English language can help build a student's confidence and motivate them. It is especially important for an English teacher to develop a rapport with their students because English students need to feel comfortable with the person teaching them their new language skills. Table of Contents Student's Comfort Ways to Establish Rapport Do you want to teach English...  [Read more]

Fri, 13 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Importance of Game-Based Learning in the Classroom A quote about the play from the contemporary author for the insight of play Diane Ackerman in an article becausebabiesgrowup.com: "play is our brain's favorite way of learning". Table of Contents How to Implement Games in the Classroom? Why Games are Necessary? Technologies and Games Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Mara W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. How to Implement Games in the Classroom? To incorporate strategic game playing into a curriculum results in the brain functioning process which inspires learners to...  [Read more]

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Effective Steps of a Teacher to Motivate their Students Motivation is perceived to be one of the key factors of any success story we know of today. It implies hope and a desire to act upon a task that may not look so appealing to us, on the contrary, motivation is usually needed when we face challenges. Whether it's trying to climb a career ladder, get rid of bad unhealthy habits or even force yourself to go to the gym a certain amount of times per week. All these activities require a tremendous level of motivation and the desire to act upon it in the first place. Table of Contents Learning Process Features The Essence of Inner Motivation Students' Potential Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Why Use Games in Your ESL Lessons? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate considers some reasons why it is important to implement games in your ESL classroom. The Main Aspects of Motivation in a Business English Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post overviews the principles of motivating students. Problems for English Learners in the United Arab Emirates Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the most common problems for ESL students in the UAE. The Principles of Teaching Grammar to Young Students Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching grammar to younger students can be daunting. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains how to do that...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories 5 ESL Classroom Halloween Decor Ideas Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL experts share five Halloween decor ideas for your ESL classroom. Get inspired and create incredible atmosphere of this fun holiday. 6 Great Ideas for Developing Vocabulary in English Learners Zainab Sadriwala Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Exposure to a language is of prime importance if one intends to excel in it. Like every language, English needs to be practiced in all its integrated skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Vocabulary has always been among a key component of language learning that teachers rely on. The following are 6 great ideas for developing vocabulary in English...  [Read more]

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Principles of Motivating in the ESL Class Before a student is going to succeed, they have to want to succeed. Students have to find their reason why. As an English teacher, it is important to be able to help someone discover what motivates them, and help them use it as a driving force. Students from all around the world will have different reasons for wanting to learn English. It is not a teacher's job to give students a reason, it is their job to remind them of that reason and support them throughout their English learning journey. Table of Contents One way to show support for students is by being genuinely interested in their lives. Showing personal interest is also a way to learn what motivates a student. Another way to...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers ESA Method and Why You Should Use it Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the ESA method. 3 Reasons Why Thai Students Have a Slow Progress in Learning English Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on why Thai Students progress in English is so slow. Keys to Effective Classroom Management Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how classroom management influences students' learning process. How Games Help Students to Learn in an ESL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences First-Hand Teaching Experience Ever since I was in elementary school, I have always looked up to teachers. They have inspired me all my life, the role they play in a child's life is one of the most amazing things ever. That is the main reason I decided that I wanted to be a teacher myself. I have a few years of volunteer teaching work and from it, I have learned many things. Some of the main things are discipline, atmosphere, and education. Table of Contents Classroom Management Atmosphere Teaching Goals Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Christopher C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]