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The Best Ice Breaker Games Every EFL Teacher Should Know   In this live session, TEFL expert Linda shares the best ice breaker games every EFL teacher should know. They can be applied to any level and any type of lesson. #TEFL #BestTEFL #TESOL Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Teaching English WITHOUT a Degree: Yes, You CAN!   There are plenty of good options open to teachers without a high-level qualification - let's take a look at how you can teach English abroad or online WITHOUT a degree! #BestTEFL #TEFLcourse #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in the Classroom While Teaching English   Join us for a live session on "Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid in the Classroom While Teaching English" and learn how to become an effective and successful English teacher! Our TEFL expert Linda will share the most common pitfalls and provide you with practical tips and strategies to enhance your teaching skills. Don't miss this opportunity to take your teaching career to the next level. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles Native English Teacher vs. Non-Native English Teacher ✅ What are the differences? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this live session, native English-speaking teacher Linda from the United States and non-native English-speaking teacher Liza from Russia discuss the differences between native and non-native teachers, TEFL/TESOL course options, misconceptions, and career options. How to Develop Your Teaching Skills as a Non-Native English Speaker | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Teaching English as a Non-Native Speaker ✅ In this live session, ITTT TEFL expert and non-native English teacher Liza talks about how to develop your teaching skills if you are a...  [Read more]

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 10 Tips When Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Children Most EFL teachers abroad will - at some point in their career - teach children. The English education market catered to young learners is a billion dollar business and many countries hire teachers to fill this need. What you can do to brace yourself besides taking our 50-hour specialized TEFL course in Teaching English to Young Learners is to take the following 10 tips to heart. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Don't Think it's a Piece of Cake Involve Your Students in Hands-On Activities Don't Talk for Long Periods Children Learn Through Personal Interactions Cater to Multiple Intelligences Review, Review, Review Encourage Self-Correction Use Learned Information...  [Read more]

TEFL in Thailand (Chiang Mai) Date posted:2004-05-31 | Writer: Open Society Institute | Email: [email protected] ONE TEACHER needed, with TESOL skills and at least one other area of subject expertise, at the Intensive College Foundation Course (ICFC), Chiang Mai, Thailand. Each year ICFC prepares a small group of displaced people from Burma for university education in Thailand, India and elsewhere. ICFC is a program of the Open Society Institute's Burma Project Education Office, which has operated in Thailand since 1996. ICFC now needs a teacher to join a small team who will be working with a total of 24 displaced people from Burma, working in small mixed-ability groups on a 10-month course. The program is challenging as students come from deprived educational backgrounds and...  [Read more]

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas A Sample ESA Lesson Plan for English Teaching 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. Table of Contents 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! First Step 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...  [Read more]

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Top Tips for Playing Games During the ESL Class Learning foreign languages is a very exciting and very responsible deal. A significant role in teaching foreign languages, in particular, English, belongs to games in the classroom. Games enhance students' mental activity, helps them consolidate material of the lesson, therefore it's a very important activity. The developing value of the game we can find in itself, because where is a game - there is emotion. Where is emotion, there are attention improvisation and imagination. Table of Contents How to Implement Games? Teacher's Part Examples of Games Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ivan S....  [Read more]

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Flashcard Games for ESL 5-7 Years Age Groups Games are often used in the classroom to aid in the learning process. They are effective in keeping attention and interest by making learning fun. Flashcards are a useful tool when learning English and can be used in many games and activities. Flashcards can contain anything from pictures of fruits and animals to numbers and vocabulary words. The website eslkidsstuff.com provides many different games involving flashcards. All games could be adapted to any level of a learner, but the following games were chosen for younger children keeping in mind their need to move around and have fun to remain focused and interested. "But a child's attention span - their willingness to stay rooted in one...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Great Activities to Accelerate All Four Language Skills I would like to introduce five flashcards activities which I found fun and practical to enhance a student's vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, listening, and speaking. Table of Contents 2.Grab It 3.Circle Pass 4.Hint Game 5. Find the Odd One Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate MOHSEN H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. 1. Show & Tell This activity is designed to teach vocabulary as well as practice listening. It can be used for teaching various categories (animals, food, fruits, …) or a mix of them.The...  [Read more]

Regular TEFL Vacancies in Japan (2) Date posted:2015-09-02 | Writer: ACC English School | Email: [email protected] ACC was established in 1988, now has eight schools in a variety of location, and is still growing. ACC is a solid company looking to bigger and brighter future. We accept applications year round from both overseas and domestic candidates to teach EFL approximately 25 hours per week. Applicants must be prepared to teach all levels, from very young children to adults. All classes are limited to 8 students, but you can expect to have 3-5 students per class on average. Applicants must also be native level speakers of English. Teaching experience, basic Japanese language ability, or TESL / TEFL / TESOL training an advantage. We offer a 1 year contract with 4 weeks paid...  [Read more]

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How a Teacher can Properly Evaluate and Test the Class Testing and evaluating a class is an extremely important aspect of teaching. It allows the teacher to examine each student's progress and decide how to best help them to continue to move forward. In addition to this, it allows students to receive feedback on their progress, which can boost student's self-confidence and motivation. Table of Contents Testing Teaching Methods Structure of the Placement Test Exams Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Daniel D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Testing Teaching Methods This...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas English Testing Systems There are 2 main test categories: internal and external. The main difference is that internal tests are always conducted in the language school. On the other hand, external tests are (usually) held by third party organizations in which school itself has no participation. Only the latter ones provide internationally recognized language certificates. Table of Contents Internal Tests 1. placements/diagnostic test 2. progress test 3. practice test 4. achievement test 5. proficiency test European Common Framework Levels TOEFL - Test of English as a Foreign Language IELTS - International English Language Testing System TOEIC - The Test of English for International Communication Do you want to teach English abroad?...  [Read more]

Highest TEFL Classes Check out tefl tesol about Highest TEFL Classes 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 C.L. - France said: Business EnglishIntroduction Business English means different things to different people. For some, it applies only to specific vocabulary and topics used in the worlds of business, trade, finance, and/or any other specific business fields (i.e. medical/nautical/Marketing/Management/Human Resources/Tourism and so on?). For others it refers to the communication skills used in the workplace, and focuses on the language and skills needed for common business...  [Read more]

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Top-5 Kid's Favorite Flashcard Activities This paper will answer the question, "What are five flashcard activities for teaching English to young learners?" Young learners are defined as students attending elementary school, aged between six and twelve. Table of Contents 1. Pass the card 2. What's missing? 3. Freeze 4. Slap 5. Rock-Paper-Scissors team battle Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tristan K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. 1. Pass the card This activity is a great...  [Read more]

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Challenges of Teaching EFL to Kindergarten Level Students This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Susan W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents 1. Self-introduction 2. Reasons for practicing as an EFL Teacher 3. Ways in which EFL will guide me achieve my goals 4. Games and activities in the classroom 5. Planning my New Lesson Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: 1. Self-introduction I am Susan and I'm 40 years female from Kenya and I have graduated with a bachelor's degree in Art in Education. I have been teaching young learners in Kenya for two years and I was invited to teach English in southern...  [Read more]

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Lesson Planning for Perfect Results For any work to yield the best results, it has to be efficiently executed for which meticulous planning is a must. Teaching is a very responsible work which decides the careers and hence the lives of students. Teaching is not just a routine job that can be done impromptu. Hence it has to be planned. Table of Contents Anticipating Challenges Lesson Plan Components Evaluation and Testing Flexibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Eshita P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of...  [Read more]

Summer Academic Camp Instructor Date posted:2024-03-19 | Writer: APLUS | Email: [email protected] Summer Academic Camp Instructor. For over two decades, APLUS's academic summer camp has helped thousands of students. Our summer camp instructors are an integral part of this mission! They have a love of teaching and are committed to seeing each student succeed. Not only are they adept at classroom management and cultivating a wonderful learning environment, but they are also able to teach the subject matter in a way that keeps students engaged and curious. If hired, summer camp instructors will be expected to carry out the following tasks: - Provide a clear course schedule and syllabus to students and APLUS. Utilise applications effectively to maximise engagement with students...  [Read more]

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas ESA Principles of Teaching Reading I'm a young ESL teacher in China, and I is Chinese. English is a compulsory subject for all Chinese students and reading skills have gained raising importance in the national tests for English subjects. Besides this, reading itself is fun and beneficial. I always try to let my students "learn through English" instead of "learning English". From my experience, a successful reading class for young learners should consist of the following steps: Table of Contents Engage stage: Study stage: Activate stage: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Fang W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 Georgia Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences A Day in the Life of an ALT on the JET (Japan Exchange and Teaching) Programme The unofficial motto of the JET Programme is 'every situation is different (ESID).' This is completely true, and every JET's day looks different depending on whether they work in a public or private school, whether they have co-JETs or are solo, their teaching partner's style, and the school's schedule. I teach in a private junior and senior high school in central Tokyo, where students are aged 12-18. The following is my own experience, but every ALT's (assistant language teacher) experience on the JET Programme is vastly different. Table of Contents Wake up, get ready for school and commute to school 6:30 - 7:50 Home room:...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 Sarah Jennings TEFL Information 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]

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Motivate Business English Students From a Company The fastest-spreading language in human history is English! It is spoken at a useful level by some 1.75 billion people worldwide says an online article from the Harvard Business Review in 2015. In almost every country companies need to act international or do have contact with clients and employees with different backgrounds. The pressure of a company to deal with in its business, with the support of its employees, on a common language is extremely high to resist this global market next to its competitors. Table of Contents The Essence of the Question Why is motivation so important? Why is it different to motivate these students than in another group? What kind of learning...  [Read more]

Cost TESOL TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Cost TESOL TEFL 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 B.P. & J.A. - U.S.A. said: Review-Critique of Enric Llurda StudyEffects of intelligibility and speaking rates on judgments of non-native speakers? personalities Review/Critique of a Study I?ve chosen to review ?Effects of intelligibility and speaking rates on judgments of non-native speakers? personalities? by Enric Llurda. This study analyses the response given by 28 American undergraduate students at an American university to a passage read by 10 ESL speakers of 5 different L1...  [Read more]

Primary School EFL Job in Thailand Date posted:2017-04-11 | Writer: Tessaban 4 Primary School MEP, Kalasin | Email: [email protected] Tessaban 4 Primary School MEP in Kalasin, north east Thailand (Isaan), has an opportunity for a TEFL trained teacher who wants to live a quiet lifestyle. You will be teaching Levels 1-3,  5 hours each per week, giving a total of 15 contact hours. Teacher will have autonomy over subjects, material, and methods, and will be accompanied by their Thai counterpart. The classes will be limited to a maximum of 35 (adorable) students.   REQUIREMENTS: A professional attitude and attire. Basically this means dress nice and don’t complain constantly, because Thailand isn’t the same as our country. We came here for a change, didn’t we?...  [Read more]

What TEFL qualification do I need? To embark on a career in teaching English as a foreign language, you should aim for an internationally recognized TEFL qualification that encompasses at least 120 hours of study, which has been externally validated. Courses can be undertaken online, in-person, or through a combination of both. As jobs are widespread, these courses are open to native and non-native English speakers alike. Table of Contents Online or onsite TEFL courses? Combined TEFL courses What to look out for? Online course packages Online or onsite TEFL courses? There are some clear advantages to taking an in-class TEFL course. The main benefit comes from the observed teaching practice sessions and the confidence that is instilled in new teachers. Face-to-face instruction also gives...  [Read more]

What TEFL qualification do I need? TEFL and TESOL courses can be taken online, in-class or as a combined course (mixed online and in-class training). An internationally recognised TEFL qualification should contain at least 120 hours of externally validated study. Depending on the visa rules of the country that you would like to work in, a degree may also be necessary. More information about BA and MA TESOL programs can be seen on our Upgrade your Qualifications page. Online or onsite TEFL courses? There are some clear advantages to taking an in-class TEFL course. The main benefit comes from the observed teaching practice sessions and the confidence that is instilled in new teachers. Face-to-face instruction also gives the TEFL trainer more opportunity to impart their knowledge and guide...  [Read more]

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences My Experience Taking a TEFL Course with ITTT The course was informative and comprehensive. Since I had a good grasp of the language, initially I thought I would go to the classroom and teach. But after deep pondering, questions crept up in my mind: What if I run out of ideas in the middle of the class? What if my students are not motivated? What if the lessons I provide are not effective? There is so much more to teaching. The list of my apprehensions went on, and that was when I decided to enroll in a course. After doing some research, I found ITTT with its internationally recognized TEFL/TESOL program. Table of Contents Teaching methodology Lesson planning Video lessons Receptive and productive skills Course books Student assessment Are...  [Read more]

All TEFL Lessons Check out tefl tesol about All TEFL Lessons 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 U.B. - U.S.A. said: Teaching (and Learning) VocabularyAs a mother of three I noticed that learning a foreign language at school very often means learning lists of vocabulary (the traditional way) : Memorizing them, then covering one side of the list and reproducing the ?partners? - a frustrating experience for all parties involved and perfect to destroy any interest in learning a foreign language. There is a lot of information how to teach and also how to learn vocabulary. But the...  [Read more]

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 6 Striking Benefits of Games in the ESL Class Games are one of the most important components in the classroom. They include activities that have goals and rules at the same fun time. There are lots of benefits to playing games in the classroom. Students can practice important skills by playing an educational game in a small group or with a partner. Whole class games are great means to review skills for a test or at the end of the unit. When students need a brain break or during an inside recess, action games work perfectly. Games can be given for homework to provide fun, engaging and differentiated practice. Games can be played in all subjects and at all grade levels. Games are fun as well as beneficial. Here are important benefits...  [Read more]

Multilingual Learner (MLL) Coordinator, Early Years Date posted:2024-04-04 | Writer: Stamford American International School | Email: [email protected] The Early Years Multilingual Learner (MLL) Coordinator’s overarching role is to enhance the Early Years curriculum with a specialised language support program for Nursery to KG1, emphasising English acquisition. Responsibilities include supporting teachers, conducting coaching cycles for ongoing teacher support, and fostering communication with parents for language development. The Coordinator collaborates with the Admissions and EAL teams. They are expected to take a school-wide perspective of language development and contribute to the overall commitment to culturally responsive teaching. Responsibilities: The job holder’s...  [Read more]