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Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Quantifiers in English | A Lot Of, A Few, A Little, A Bit…   What are quantifiers? We use quantifiers (A Lot Of, A Few, A Little, A Bit…) when we want to give information about the number of something: how much or how many. Let's take a look at it below.   Quantifier Definition Quantifiers form a sub-category under determiners. They are adjectives or phrases that answer two possible questions: 1. How many? 2. and How much? For example: a few, a little, much, many, most, some, any, enough, etc., are quantifiers.   How to Use Quantifiers Quantifiers that Describe Quantity Quantifiers that describe quantity include a little, none, a few, etc. Some of these are used only with:   Countable nouns...  [Read more]

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Role of a Native English Teacher in a Student's Language Acquiring Process Today, the importance of studying English by native speakers has been understood more and new regulations have been made by some countries. One of the most effective and undisputed factors that make learning English easier is to carry out English learning with native English tutors. Table of Contents Listening Skills Cultural Transfer Fear of Communication Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate liping z. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Listening Skills Our most important sense of learning is our sense of...  [Read more]

Tue, 19 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Who is a Teacher and What's their Role in a Student’s English Journey? If you ask different people what the role of a teacher is you'll get different answers from different people. Someone might say the teacher's role is to teach, indeed in the most basic definition that is true, and surely throughout this course, I've been taught effective teaching techniques and have gained insights into new information and thought processes that I have not considered before. Table of Contents Teaching Methods Organizing the Classroom Environment Guidance and Motivation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Johnny D. Please note that this blog...  [Read more]

Thu, 10 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching English at a University in China Teaching English is a challenging undertaking, and your students are looking to you for guidance. I am writing this summative to the reference to my teaching journey in China at a university. I was a master's student in English language and Applied linguistics at Central China Normal University. One day, I have been offered by the dean of the English department, if I can teach English in the department to some group of Chinese students. It was my first experience of teaching abroad and enthusiastically, I accepted and started teaching English. Therefore, I have taught the English language in various levels, ages, and different nationalities such as Africa, France, Bahrain, Turkey,...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English as a Foreign Language in Kindergarten Learning English as a foreign language in preschools have become an increasing trend in many different countries across the world. Parents are willing to invest money for the kids to start learning English at a tender age as their ability to grasp the language will be easier. Table of Contents Is it necessary for children? Fun activities Teaching vocabulary Consider short attention spans Are you ready to teach EFL to kindergarten level? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Diana N. Is it necessary for children? There are various ways of transferring knowledge based on fun EFL activities. Various techniques and numerous tools are...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A Definition of Business English from a Teaching Perspective The Merriam Webster dictionary defines Business English as: "English as used in business". While concise, this definition is of limited value to a teacher. This essay will attempt to expand on this definition in the context of English teaching. A more thorough examination of business English will precede an overview of teaching business English before concluding with a modified definition. Table of Contents The Usage of Business English What is Important about English Teaching Areas Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Christopher B. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 Ramon Perez Destinations Alumni Experiences How to Get a Teaching Job in China as a Non-Native English Speaker The prospect of working in a foreign country can be an exciting experience for any person seeking a change a pace. Every country has a unique adventure to offer, and many times we ask ourselves, "Which is the right place for me?". Here, we are going to discuss on how to gain access to the bountiful opportunities China has to offer for English language educators. Despite some strict governmental policies China has in place, the English language labor market is open to native and non-native speakers. Before you can embark on your new and exciting journey to China, there are some steps we must follow before we are eligible to work there as a non-native...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Storytelling as a Part of Learning English as a Second Language in Early Childhood Storytelling is part of life itself. The world we are and most of the things we know about creating the world all came through stories. Table of Contents The Nature of Storytelling Storytelling in Early Years How to Tell Stories in a Classroom Pros for Tell Stories in the ESL Classroom 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 Onikoyi F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The Nature of Storytelling...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Words for Describing a Person in English This is a great list of words to describe people in English. Hand this out to your students or use it to improve your own English skills.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a Communication Method in Global Sense English is learned and spoken by a large number of people worldwide. In Shakespeare's time, the number of English speakers in the world is thought to have been between five and seven million. According to linguist David Crystal, "Between the end of the reign of Elizabeth I (1603) and the beginning of the reign of Elizabeth II (1952), this figure increased almost fiftyfold, to around 250 million" (The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language, 2003). It's a common language used in international business, which makes it a popular second language for many. English as a global language has made it impossible for cultural diversity to develop.English is easy to learn, has a high...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a Foreign Language in The Kindergarten Teaching English as a foreign or second language in Kindergarten is an optimal opportunity for the children. In addition to the gratifying feeling most teachers feel when working with children, children in Kindergarten are still in the early stages of childhood and are receptive to new languages and vocabulary. There are many benefits that come with teaching children and there are various ways to present oneself as a teacher to effectively get the children focused on the tasks at hand. Table of Contents Benefits Professional Qualities Organizational Skills Do you want to teach English to EFL students? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post...  [Read more]

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching and Learning English in a Large Classroom There is no agreed definition of a large class in the dictionary, nor should there be. One person's large class is what some others consider as 'regular', 'small' or 'normal'. Some simply define "large" as "too many students to learn names by the end of the term or semester." Whether something feels like a large class is partly a matter of the resources put into teaching it and of the skill employed by the. A large class is one that feels large. A sign that a class is 'large' can be: the resources can no longer cope with the number of students if you desire individual attention for the students. Here are some tips to help with teaching large classes. Table of Contents Be organized:...  [Read more]

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 Charlotte Lam Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching Cambridge English in a Hong Kong Kindergarten In Hong Kong, the education system is competitive where the majority of people try their utmost to study in a better school. They are also required to learn Cantonese, English, and Mandarin starting from kindergarten. In order to get into a renowned school, the Cambridge examination becomes an important criterion for getting into a famous school, and therefore, Cambridge English lessons become much more popular in Hong Kong city. Table of Contents Cambridge exam: Young learners Planning Cambridge lessons for children in kindergarten 1. Choose theme book 2. Plan curriculum 3. Prepare teaching aids Teaching Cambridge in a fun way Resources for teachers Are you ready...  [Read more]

Teach English in a Thai University Date posted:2017-11-23 | Writer: Walailak University Language Institute | Email: [email protected] Walailak University Language Institute in Nakhon Si Thammarat has vacancies for TEFL qualified teachers who are available to start work soon. Benefits include a salary of 40,000 Thai baht / month plus  housing allowance, medical care and accidental insurance. QUALIFICATIONS: 3.1 A native speaker applicant from the United States of America/United Kingdom/Australia/New Zealand/Canada OR a non-native speaker (non - Thai) applicant holding a bachelor’s in English, Education, Teaching English as a Foreign Language, Linguistics, English Literature, or related fields. 3.2 Candidates with experience in Teaching English, including a TEFL...  [Read more]

Tue, 17 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Things I Wished I Knew When Teaching English as a Foreign Language in a Kindergarten If someone asks me what I think about teaching kindergarten children as a native English teacher (NET), I would say that it is one of the happiest and most rewarding experiences that I have ever received. But, if someone asked me what I thought about teaching kindergarten children when I first started, I would have responded differently. I would say, "I can't seem to get my students' attention," or "Some of my students still have trouble learning new words." It was after a few weeks into teaching and some wonderful advice from my coworkers I realized that I had overlooked the fact that the students' age, perception, and interests play an...  [Read more]

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Do We Teach English as a Second Language or English as a Foreign Language? Language as a second language or as a foreign language consists of classroom course material and student-teacher components that require a certain educational environment to be taught. Language acquisition starts from early childhood to the critical age of 13 years. Born into a natural language environment, the child begins to process the language pragmatically thanks to its sound, environment, and natural language skills. Table of Contents Education System Personal Experience 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! This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! How to Politely End a Conversation in English Here are some polite ways to end a conversation in English.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL Certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How can a Student’s Family Assist in English Learning? English learning is mostly thought by many is the sole role of the teacher to help build the skills and development and so many parents tend to neglect a lot as learning a language which is new and foreign might not necessarily be of importance to the parents and thus find no interest in it but that's is not so as based on personal teaching experience especially dealing with students( examples based on children) because adult learners are more motivated and have made the decision to learn themselves that notwithstanding student leaving with parents some of the points below may still apply to them the role of the parent is of so much importance as it is through them and...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English and Its Part in a Student's Future Career English is an extremely useful tool to have in this day and age because it is such a universal language and it can influence a student's future career in so many positive ways. It can open up so many more doors for job opportunities, it can give students a better chance of being hired, it can allow students to work all over the world and it can create great opportunities for students to get work in the travel and tourism industry. Table of Contents First of all, English is the most universal language in the world. Secondly English can open up so many different doors for job opportunities. English can also give students a better chance of being hired and allow them to potentially...  [Read more]

How to Teach English in China as a Non-Native English Teacher 04/12/2021 hello everybody so lizzy is here and i'm super happy to welcome you to this uh itttt live session uh it's a bit unusual uh time to meet uh because my sessions are um usually on tuesdays and today is saturday anyway um i'm super happy that um you could make it and i could make it as well so today's session uh is going to be slightly different uh because we are going to um talk with my good old friend on the point of china and i know that many people are interested about this topic uh so stay tuned because just in just in a moment he will join me uh to talk about work in china and stuff like that and if you guys have any questions uh feel free to ask them via the comment section and as for the um as for the timing for...  [Read more]

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a Global Language In all, English has official or special status in at least 75 countries (with a combined population of two billion people). It is estimated that one out of four people worldwide speaks English with some degree of competence. Table of Contents My Asian Experience Status of English in China ESL Industry English and International Business Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Karen B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. My Asian Experience Having lived in Asia for over 19 years, I have seen changes in the perception of English as a global language....  [Read more]

Wed, 01 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a Global Language While English isn't the most spoken language on earth, it is the language that is spoken in most places in the world. This is what designates English as a Global Language. If you want to study Neurosurgery at Stanford University, you'll have to know English. You have a startup company in France, that's going to revolutionize the smartphone industry. If you want to have your phones manufactured in China, you'll need to know English. You're from Russia, and spending your holiday at a hotel in North Bali. When you go out to the restaurant to order coffee from a native Balinese, you'll need to know at least enough English to get your needs met. Table of Contents Standard Means of Communication Benefits...  [Read more]

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English as a World Language English is considered a universal language, mainly because it is widely spoken all over the world. English was originally the language of England. Its expansion became imperative due to the dominance in world trade, religion, technology, tourism, education and so on. UK expansion and incursion of the USA as the first world power saw the migration of the English language all over the world. About 70 countries adopt the English language as their official language and statistics have it that the English language is one of the easiest languages to learn when compared with other languages like Chinese, French, German or Spanish. Table of Contents English Prevalence English in Asia ESL Career Difficulties Do...  [Read more]

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Designing a Business English Syllabus Teaching business English presents teachers with a degree of freedom that is perhaps not enjoyed by those teaching in, for example, State Schools that have curriculums set by the education arm of Government or other international organizations. Some teachers may relish having the opportunity to design their syllabus while for others it may be something rather daunting. Regardless, gaining experience in the field of syllabus design will likely prove invaluable for a teacher in their personal career development. Several considerations are required when designing a syllabus for a course in Business English and these will be discussed throughout this essay along with the methods and resources...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 Mary Blancaflor Alumni Experiences Building Confidence in Speaking English in a Non-Native Speaking Country I have been teaching English to local and foreign students and for the most part, I noticed that no matter how much the learners would like to polish their English, some things hinder them to accomplish their goal in speaking the language. Studying a foreign language in a non-native speaking country requires more discipline and motivation. Learning a foreign language is not acquired overnight. It has to undergo a specific type of training and the amount of time to learn. For this reason, I came up with a list of why students find it hard to learn a foreign language and what they must do. Table of Contents Hindrances in learning: Fear of Committing a Mistake...  [Read more]

Work in France Teaching English in a Summer Camp Date posted:2017-03-23 | Writer: American Village Camps in France | Email: [email protected] American Village Camps seek energetic, creative, initiative-takers who are native level English speakers & love working with children at our camps in France. This is an ideal first EFL job. American Village camps are for French children, ages 7 to 17 years old. Our English-immersion camps have been creating a positive environment where it is fun, natural & necessary to use English for over 20 years. We use positivity and fun to get kids to love English. Counsellors live on camp - housing, meals and a salary are provided for every employee. There are 8 camp locations in France during the spring. You will create and lead activities,...  [Read more]

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching English as a Second Language in Small Communities in America There is currently a need for more people willing to teach English as a Second Language (ESL) across America. Several small communities have accepted immigrants from other countries. Although children of school age will learn English in school, the parents and grandparents struggle to learn English as they continue their daily lives and earn a living. This is a challenge as most Americans do not know any other languages as they do in Europe, so the immigrant needs to communicate in English to accomplish anything. This leaves the older generation feeling isolated and causes problems in everyday life, such as going to the bank. In...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Being a Good English Teacher Even if You’re not a Native Speaker As a Spaniard in love with languages, I can't start this essay without saying anything other than, "it's not who the teacher is, but the will of teaching that they have". Through all these years of learning English, I just know for sure that a learner learns more when they live in and with the language throughout each day. They need to become hooked to it, and it does not matter if the person who transmits this feeling is a native speaker or not. Table of Contents Modern Opportunities Benefits of a Non-Native English Speaking Teacher Downsides Advantages of Native Speakers Is it fair enough? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related...  [Read more]

Should I teach English in a small town? If you are considering national recruitment programs like South Korea's EPIK or France's TAPIF, you may not have much say in your placement location. Conversely, if you are applying for individual roles, you will likely have a broader choice of destinations. But what is the ideal environment for overseas English teaching? Many gravitate towards urban centers due to the abundance of job opportunities and vibrant city life. However, we believe that the charm and advantages of teaching in smaller towns might be more appealing for some. Here are a few compelling reasons: Less pollution and noise Many of today's global cities are grappling with significant air pollution, a concern for many, including English teachers. Would it not be preferable to enjoy...  [Read more]

Should I teach English in a small town? While many aspiring English teachers naturally lean towards urban centers for the sheer volume of job opportunities and bustling city life, there is a distinct allure to teaching in smaller towns. If you sign up for programs like South Korea's EPIK or France's TAPIF, your placement location may be predetermined. However, for those with the freedom to choose, the benefits of small-town teaching can be substantial and rewarding. Here is why teaching English in a less urbanized setting might be the right fit for you: Table of Contents Less pollution and noise Less traffic on the roads Seeing students and families outside of class Unusual traditions Learn about the town and community Less pollution and noise Many of today's global cities are grappling...  [Read more]