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What is TEFL level 7? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
TEFL Level 7 represents one of the pinnacle qualifications in the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Equivalent to a master's degree, a Level 7 TEFL Qualification, like the esteemed DELTA, stands out distinctly from other TEFL courses. It is an ideal choice for those aspiring to establish their own language institutions or train upcoming TEFL educators. While entry-level TEFL courses may suffice for some teaching roles, a Level 7 qualification opens doors to advanced opportunities and is recognized globally for its rigor and comprehensive training.
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What is a level 7 TEFL Qualification?
What do you get with the 550-hour Expert Package?
Who is eligible for a level 7 TEFL course?
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TEFL Indonesia - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ English Teacher Secondary Level Grade 7 12 ann. 2
Date posted:2024-04-12 | Writer: Bina Bangsa School | Email: [email protected]
English Teacher (Secondary Level - Grade 7-12) - IGCSE & A Level Curriculum
Bina Bangsa School, a prestigious International K-12 institution following the esteemed Cambridge curriculum, is seeking an enthusiastic and qualified candidate for the position of English Teacher at the Secondary level (Grade 7-12).
Responsibilities:
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and effective English lessons in accordance with the IGCSE & A Level Curriculum.
Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages students' language proficiency, critical thinking, and creativity.
Incorporate innovative teaching methodologies to enhance students' language skills and literary appreciation.
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How much experience is needed to be considered a proficient TEFL educator? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
To become an entry-level TEFL educator, typically, a minimum of a bachelor's degree is required. This degree does not necessarily have to be in English or education, but having a background in these fields can be beneficial. Additionally, completing a TEFL certification course, which can range from 120 to 150 hours, is often necessary. This course provides educators with the foundational knowledge and skills needed to teach English as a foreign language effectively. While prior teaching experience is not always mandatory at this level, having some experience working with diverse groups of people can be advantageous.
For TEFL educators looking to advance in their careers, gaining some experience in the field is crucial. At the intermediate level, educators are expected to have at least 1-3... [Read more]
7 Activities for Teaching Reported Speech in the ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
When teaching reported speech the potential for mistakes, errors, and the general difficulty is enormous due to the number of changes that are made with verb tenses, patterns, pronouns, questions, time expressions etc.. It's important to cover the subject slowly with lots of verbal practice at every opportunity. There are plenty of standard 'change the direct speech to reported speech' activities, but your students will soon tire of these if you overuse them. Here are some ideas which have worked well in the EFL classroom and will give your students a good amount of talk time in a variety of ways.
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The Go-Between Game
The Lying Game
Pelmanism ("Concentration")
Guess Who
Reported Speech "Tennis"
Who Asked What?
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7 Activities for Teaching Modal Auxiliary Verbs in the ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Simon ITTT
Teaching Ideas
The number of combinations of modals and usages is enormous, so TEFL certified teachers often spend a lot of time trying to find an activity that suits their particular teaching point. Here, we give you some adaptable ideas which should save you time thinking or searching, assuming you already have good grammatical knowledge of the subject and a little bit of creativity.
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Language Tennis
Mill-drill/Mingling
Group Discussions or Debates
Board Games
Information Exchange
Draw the Sentence
Marked Up Dice
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7 Awesome ESL Conversation Activities to Really Get Your Students Talking - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
We all know what it's like to teach a class with reluctant students who don't want to talk. It's like pulling teeth. However, with these 7 awesome ESL conversation activities, you can really get your students talking!
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1. Ice Breaker Jenga
2. Get To Know You Bingo
3. Mystery Party Guest
4. 20 Questions
5. Create a Game
6. Apples to Apples
7. Choose Your Victim
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For this activity, you simply use a tumbling block game such as Jenga and write 1 simple ice breaker question on each block. Before a student places a block on the stack, they must first answer the question on the block. This activity is especially... [Read more]
What is the average student class level for TEFL teachers? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
In TEFL teaching, student class levels can vary widely, depending on the context and location of the teaching. Typically, students are grouped into different levels based on their proficiency in English, ranging from beginner to advanced levels. These levels are often determined through placement tests or assessments conducted by the language school or institution. It is crucial for TEFL teachers to have a good understanding of these levels to effectively plan and deliver lessons that cater to the specific needs of their students.
Once the class levels have been identified, TEFL teachers need to tailor their lessons to suit the proficiency of their students. For beginner-level classes, it is important to focus on basic vocabulary, grammar, and language skills. Visual aids, games, and... [Read more]
Is it worth taking a TEFL degree? - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
Destinations TEFL Information
A degree in TEFL/TESOL is at level 6 (of the UK qualifications system) and is therefore a very high level of study in the English teaching world. We will show later what level six means, in the overall qualification scheme.
What can these degrees be used for?
Other jobs that will become available with your degree
1. Director of Studies in an ESL situation
2. Consulting and advisory positions
3. Writing and editing for publications such as magazines
4. Curriculum development
Levels of TEFL Degrees
Conclusion
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Is a level 4 TEFL certificate equivalent to a degree? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
When considering TEFL courses, you will notice they span a spectrum from level 1 to level 8 or 9. Each level corresponds to the depth and duration of the course, starting from a basic introduction and extending up to a Master's degree in TEFL. Specifically addressing the query, a Level 4 TEFL certificate, while comprehensive and respected, isn't equivalent to a degree. It is pivotal to understand these distinctions to ensure you select a course that aligns with your career aspirations and personal circumstances.
Take a look at our course levels page for more details.
What are the different ITTT TESOL certificate levels?
What is a level 4 TESOL qualification?
What about higher levels of TEFL?
At ITTT we have developed our own course level framework to ensure it is easy for everyone to... [Read more]
7 Misconceptions about TEFL Uncovered - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information
Teaching English abroad is a career more popular than ever. However, with so many options and resources about TEFL available online, there is a lot of false information out there. This post uncovers the seven most common misconceptions about TEFL and clears up any confusion!
Misconception #1: You need a degree to teach English abroad
Misconception #2: TEFL is only for young people
Misconception #3: TEFL doesn't pay well
Misconception #4: You need to speak another language
Misconception #5: It's really hard to find a job teaching English abroad
Misconception #6: You don't need a TEFL Qualification if you're a native English speaker
Misconception #7: You have to teach kids
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7 Ways to Teach Reading - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The above is a topic that I want to particularly used to teaching reading to young learners. There are some points given below, they are.
1. Use songs and nursery rhymes to build phonemic awareness
2. Make simple word cards at home
3. Engage your child in a print-rich environment
4. Play word games at home or in the car
5. Understand the core skills involved in teaching kids to read
6. Play with magnet letters
7. Harness the power of technology to keep your child engaged
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Angeline J. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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TEFL Qualification - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is essentially any situation where an English speaker, either native or non-native, teaches the English language to other non-native English speakers. This scenario is probably played out in every single country worldwide as the status of English as the number one second language is unrivaled in most regions.
A wide variety of people from all backgrounds choose to teach English in an equally wide range of environments and situations. For some it is a great way to earn extra cash while on a gap year abroad or as a second job to top up their main income, while for most it is a full time occupation that earns a good income either at home or overseas.
If this sounds like something you would be interested in exploring, the first thing we need to... [Read more]
What can I do with a TEFL degree? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
With a TEFL degree, numerous opportunities open up in the field of English language teaching and beyond. Here are some of the primary avenues you can explore:
A TEFL degree provides the foundation and credentials for these diverse paths, enriching both your professional journey and the lives of your students.
Entry level
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6
Level 7
Level 8
What can these degrees be used for?
Other jobs that will become available with your degree
Consulting and advisory positions
Writing and editing for publications such as magazines
Curriculum development
From the above, we can see that a degree in TEFL/TESOL is at level 6 and is therefore a very high level of study in the English teaching world. A few examples of such Level 6 courses are shown below:
... [Read more]
7 Alternatives to Boring English Worksheets - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
Teaching Ideas
The grammar worksheet is an integral part of any English class. It's straight-forward and gets the job done. Nevertheless, both teachers and students always welcome alternatives to the, often so boring, worksheets. Here you go - ten alternatives to boring English worksheets!
1. Videos
2. Interactive Pieces
3. Scrambles
4. Flipping Books
5. Stations
6. Coloring Sheets
7. Non-Fiction
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These days, a lot of learning occurs visually and many more students respond to visual learning. Have your students make their own videos or research and show videos relating to an English grammar point to the class for a great alternative to a worksheet - it will really get your students excited!
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7 Important Questions about Business English - TEFL Blog
Jon ITTT
TEFL Information
As a newly qualified TEFL teacher you may well find yourself teaching business English either full time or as a means of earning extra income. Business English is a specialized area within English language teaching/learning and comes under the umbrella of English for Specific Purposes (ESP). Business English can refer to the English vocabulary used in business such as international trade, finance etc. It can also refer to business communication such as the language needed for presentation, correspondence, negotiations, socializing etc.
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What is business English?
Who uses business English?
Where is business English taught?
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7 Tips To Become Grammar-Savvy - TEFL Blog
Catia Pereira dos Santos
Alumni Experiences
After becoming a certified teacher in English as a second language, I put together a few reasons and benefits why students and EFL teachers around the world should become even more grammar-friendly.
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Worksheets are worth it!
It can be self- taught, too!
Here below, you will find seven great tips that might help you on your grammar journey.
In conclusion
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Why learn English grammar? What are the benefits of learning it? Grammar is right where accuracy lies! It's the key to speaking any foreign language fluently.
It plays a significant role in communicating, especially nowadays, with theextensive use of the internet and social media.... [Read more]
7 Steps to ESL Classroom Gamification - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Games are great tools to motivate students and encourage them to learn things informally. However, ESL classroom games must have a purpose and support the learning process and not distract from it.
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1. Set a Clear Goal
2. Divide the Goal into Simpler Steps
3. Choose a Cool Game Format
4. Personalize the Game
5. Create Motivation Badges
6. Design a Leaderboard
7. Consider Various Approaches to the Game
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In this blog post, our ITTT TEFL expert shares seven steps to gamify your ESL classroom effectively.
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7 Suggestions on Increasing Student Confidence - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In learning, self-confidence is one of the important elements of a student. When students are more confident about their ability to do something, they are more likely to readily engage in the activity in the classroom. They will work longer and harder at it than when they doubt their capability. The sense of self-confidence enables them to accomplish tasks perfectly and build motivation. From that, they would be more successful in life.
1. Don't fix students' mistakes too much
2. Praise
3. Application, contact practice
4. Allow students to succeed
5. Use images
6. Make learning-oriented
7. Form and maintain habits from day one
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7 Non-Trivial Online ESL Games - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
There are many famous games used by TEFL teachers that students know like the back of their hand. If you want to change up your online lessons and bring even more fun in your teaching, check out these seven non-trivial online ESL games to help you in every stage of the TEFL class.
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1. Connect The Dots
2. Simon Says
3. Online Word Chain
4. Catchphrase
5. I Went to The Market and Bought
6. Don't Say Yes or No
7. Would You Rather?
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Linda is a passionate traveler, language learner and TEFL teacher. After spending some time teaching in China, she moved to Korea in 2015. She now calls South Korea her home.
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
Schools are starting again and students and teachers flock back to the classroom. Check out these simple and powerful back-to-school ideas and your students will surely remember this first lesson of yours for a long time!
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
As an ESL teacher, getting your students talking can be one of the most difficult things to accomplish. English learners often lack the necessary confidence to speak openly and freely in English. The following activities are perfect for getting your students out of their shells! Here are 7 go-to activities for your ESL conversation... [Read more]
TEFL ONLINE - page 7 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs online
There are students of English all over the world who prefer to learn English online rather than by physical attendance at a school or language academy. Qualified TEFL teachers are therefore hired by a number of different organisations to teach English online.
Here are some online teaching positions:
Looking for Online ESL Teachers | (Date posted:2023-03-28)
Date posted:2023-03-28 | Writer: GEAD Language Community | Email: [email protected]
GEAD Language Community is an institute that works with various businesses around the metropolitan area of Santiago providing English classes to their employees. We have a strong communicative approach and want to recruit professional energetic teachers for the opportunity to work with eager students. NOTE: All classes are online. Teachers who... [Read more]
7 Useful Tips on Teaching Beginner Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching beginner students is a very challenging task for anyone. Personally, I have always found teaching English to beginners as a tough prospect, whether it is monolingual group and you know nothing of their language or it's a multilingual group and the only common language is English. However, with some work and knowledge, everything is possible to teach beginners the English language. And I believe this is one of the most rewarding to teach.
1. Give simple and clear instructions
2. Let them listen first
3. Speak English only and don't use their own mother tongue
4. Teach the basics
5. Drilling and Repeating
6. Make every English lessons fun and easy
7. Prepare well and save a lot
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7 Great Resources for Teaching Business English - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
Business students are most likely already familiar with using computers and particularly the Internet for learning English. The Internet can provide a teacher with an enormous array of teaching resources from non-authentic and authentic materials to lesson plans and ideas. Here are 7 great resources for teaching business English at no cost to the teacher!
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BusinessEnglishSite.com
Busy Teacher
AnnualReports
Infoplease
VOA Learning English
BBC Learning English
UsingEnglish.com
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7 Awesome Ideas for Business English Classes - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
Liven up your business English classes and encourage high student talk time with these fun and creative activities.
1. Negotiations
2. Telephone call role-plays
3. Yearly comparison information gap
4. Business diaries – arranging a meeting
5. Dragon's Den/Shark Tank
6. Tell me about your company
7. Analyzing charts and graphs
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In pairs students role-play a negotiation. Each side will be given a sheet listing demands and concessions. Each side of the negotiation is awarded points for the type of concessions they get from the other side. For example, if one side manages to get a 25% discount, they get 10 points and the other side gets 0.
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TEFL Japan - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English In Japan 7
Date posted:2024-04-01 | Writer: Nova | Email: [email protected]
Want to be part of something special, in one of the world’s most exciting and advanced places? Want to experience a different culture and lifestyle? Come work with us as a Language instructor at NOVA Japan!
NOVA is perfect for candidates of all levels of experience, whether completely new to teaching or already accomplished in the teaching field. Career advancement opportunities are available to all, regardless of experience.
As an English Instructor, you will have the opportunity to inspire and educate students from various levels of English ability, helping them develop their English language skills and achieve their academic goals.
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7 Principles of Effective ESL Classroom Management - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Try picturing this: students running around their desks, paper airplanes flying everywhere, and students yelling loudly, giving you a migraine. Does this sound familiar? It's a teacher's worst nightmare - an out-of-control classroom.
1. Lay Down The Rules
2. Build Rapport With Your Students
3. Be Prepared
4. Offer Your Students Praise
5. Give Incentives To Students To Do Their Best
6. Keep Your Temper In Check
7. Act As An Ideal Model
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TEFL Vietnam - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English In Vietnam 7
Date posted:2016-05-17 | Writer: Gia Viet English Language Centre | Email: [email protected]
Gia Viet English Language Centre is one of the most prestigious English schools based in Can Tho City, The Mekong Delta, Vietnam. We are currently recruiting for full-time native level EFL teachers who are available to start at the beginning of August. The school provides English courses to a range of learners including kids, teenagers, university students, and working people with a strong focus on the International Certificate Programs and academic English.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Teaching (delivering English Language teaching in accordance with curriculum, policies, procedures): including all programs: Kids, teenagers, general English, Communication, IELTS, Academic English,... [Read more]
What is the highest TEFL qualification? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
When it comes to ranking educational qualifications by their difficulty level, many countries have their own ranking system. For example, there are 9 different levels that courses can be classed as within the UK.
Examples of actual UK qualifications at each level are given below:
The four routes to a PhD
Level 1: GCSE - grades 3, 2, 1 or grades D, E, F, G Level 2: GCSE - grades 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4 or grades A*, A, B, C Level 3: A level Level 4: Certificate of higher education (Cert HE) Level 5: Diploma of higher education (Dip HE) Level 6: Degree with honors - for example bachelor of the arts (BA) hons Level 7: Master's degree, for example Master of Science (MSc) Level 8: Doctorate, for example doctor of philosophy (PhD or... [Read more]
What does Level 6 TEFL mean? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
We know it can be difficult to sort through the various TEFL certification courses available on the market. That is why we are here to explain the various levels of TEFL courses. The general characteristics of the frameworks are frequently tied to a variety of elements, including the total amount of study hours, the certification type, if the program contains a practical component, and the study technique applied (full-time or part-time study). A level 6 TEFL course is near the top of the framework, making it one of the most advanced TEFL credentials available.
What is a level 6 TEFL Qualification?
Who can take a level 6 TEFL course?
What do I get with an ITTT level 6 TEFL course?
A level 6 TEFL Qualification is equivalent to an undergraduate or bachelor's degree. With this level of TEFL... [Read more]
What does Level 4 TEFL mean? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
A Level 4 TEFL course equates to a comprehensive program that includes at least 100 hours of academic coursework, often coupled with practical training. Recognized globally by EFL employers, it represents a foundational certification in the TEFL field. While the nuances of TEFL certifications can be intricate with various elements like study mode (online or in-class) and the presence of a hands-on component, Level 4 sets a benchmark ensuring a robust understanding of teaching English as a foreign language.
What is a level 4 TEFL Qualification?
Who is eligible for a level 4 TEFL course?
What do I get with an ITTT level 4 TEFL course?
A Level 4 TEFL Qualification is a foundational credential, mirroring the depth and breadth of a freshman-level university course. Comprising at least 100... [Read more]
