Motivation Learning English

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Roots of Motivation to Learn a Second Language Motivation has long been a major concern for most English teachers. There is no doubt that it is a potent force in language acquisition. Motivation, both intrinsic and extrinsic, is a key factor in the success of students at all stages of their education, and teachers can play a pivotal role in providing and encouraging that motivation in their students. All students are motivated differently and it takes time and a lot of effort to learn to get a classroom full of students enthusiastic about learning, working hard, and pushing themselves to excel. Table of Contents Reasons for Learning Teaching Materials Choice of Activities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course!...  [Read more]

Ask a Non-Native TEFL teacher: Career, Motivation, Self-Development   Hey guys, it's Liza here and I'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly ITTT live session. Today we are going to talk about some usual teaching stuff and if you are interested in anything related to TEFL teaching or career building, this is for you. Feel free to comment and I'll try to help you out with my thoughts and ideas, and maybe you'll find my suggestions useful. I have to fix my camera just slightly, I feel like it's moving down somehow. I hope that you can hear me clearly and see me clearly, please let me know where you guys are from. Also, let me know what stage of your career development you are at. As for me, I'm a TEFL teacher. I used to teach in China several years ago but nowadays I'm almost...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 May 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Ask a Non-Native TEFL teacher: Career, Motivation, Self-Development Hey guys, it's Liza here and I'm super happy to welcome you to our weekly ITTT live session. Today we are going to talk about some usual teaching stuff and if you are interested in anything related to TEFL teaching or career building, this is for you. Feel free to comment and I'll try to help you out with my thoughts and ideas, and maybe you'll find my suggestions useful. I have to fix my camera just slightly, I feel like it's moving down somehow. I hope that you can hear me clearly and see me clearly, please let me know where you guys are from. Also, let me know what stage of your career development you are at. Table of Contents Watch the live session...  [Read more]

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Active Approach to Motivating Students When it comes to learning English, some students already have a strong source of motivation. This could be for many reasons, such as a desire to move to an English-speaking country, to be able to communicate with English-speaking friends, or even simply because they enjoy the language and culture. Table of Contents Motivation and Age Games and Other Activities Considering Students' Interests Choosing Learning Resources Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Julianna W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Motivation and Age When teaching...  [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 Supporting Outer Motivation of Younger Learners | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on motivating younger learners of English. 6 Teaching Skills to Support Your Students Learning Process | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on teaching skills which help students learn English better. The Differences Between Learning Your First Language vs. A Second One | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Motivation Value in TEFL Teaching Motivation is the act of giving a reason or reason to carry out a task and or function. In today's society schools are becoming more and more diverse and as such it provides teachers and students an extra task to try and learn about individuals in their surroundings. As we all know, a student's background plays a role in the student's receptive and productive skills. Hence the reason for building rapport with students. Not all students are self-motivated, so teachers need to motivate them and encourage them to develop self-motivation. Motivating students is essential as it promotes learning, growth and self-development, and truancy reduction in schools. Table of...  [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 Motivation: That’s What Classroom and Political Arena Have in Common | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate compares learning with politics and explains the similarities of these two areas in terms of motivation. Digital Technology for English Learning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on the usage of new technologies in the classroom. American Football as a Mirror to Understand English...  [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 English Transforming Students’ Future | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How English can transform students' future? In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts. American and British English: Color or Colour? A Brief History and Notable Differences | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What's the difference between British English and American English? Our TEFL graduate shares their research. How English Teaching Should be Adjusted to Online Learning? | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [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]

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 Importance of a Teacher in Early Childhood Education | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the teacher's roles in early childhood education. Motivation as the Core of Students' Learning Process | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on motivation as a center of the learning process. How Materials are Incorporated in Teaching English Online | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [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 Value of Encouragement in EFL Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why is it necessary to encourage students in the ESL classroom? Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion and experiences on this point. Sources and Significance of Motivation in Second Language Learning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Motivating students is extremely important in terms of teaching EFL students. Our TEFL graduate shares their experiences and explains how to approach to it. 7 Effective Ways to Teach...  [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 Lesson Planning: Importance and Structure | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find useful information on lesson planning. Second Language Acquisition: Young learners vs. Adults | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate considers the ways of second language acquisition by young students and adults. The Secret of Overcoming Stress in English Learning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate...  [Read more]

Ask a Non-Native TEFL Teacher: Career, Motivation, Self-Development   Q&A with Liza. Ask any questions about TEFL career-building, English learning motivation, self-development, or anything on your mind! #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 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Sources and Significance of Motivation in Second Language Learning In acquiring a second language, the end goal of the student and teacher should be shared. The student ultimately wants to acquire at least some level of proficiency in the second language, while the teacher wants to assist them in that task. For most learners, this is a difficult journey that includes a lot of rote memorization and potentially anxiety-causing first-hand practice. Without sufficient motivation, it can be extremely difficult for students to consistently study for the long hours that may be required. It may also prove overwhelming for them when they try to practice the language in the real world. If they are embarrassed about making mistakes, they will...  [Read more]

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways to Develop Students’ Positive Attitude Our goal as EFL teachers is to get our students to learn to communicate through a second language; therefore we should try to make them want to learn it actively. For this, it is necessary to take into account several factors which affect the learning process, analyze how to better motivate students and encourage them towards positive attitudes in EFL competences; other student's learning feedback, the classroom, the teachers, the English language and its culture. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Students' experiences Types of motivation Some of these factors Physical conditions of the class Methodology Teacher's attitude Success perception Psychology Family, environment and...  [Read more]

Thu, 14 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Can Language Teachers Encourage Student Motivation? Motivation is integral to the development of any language learner. Disengaged learners do not actively participate in or see the reasoning behind their learning. While external motivation is a prominent factor, teachers need to implement a range of strategies to encourage enthusiastic engagement in classroom activities. To provide adequate opportunities for student achievement, educators need to understand their students and utilize prior experiences in their instruction. Effective classroom instruction will implement materials and resources that are relevant to students' lives and provide ample opportunity for meaningful communication while ensuring activities are fun and...  [Read more]

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences The Impact of Positive Motivation on an ESL Classroom Student motivation is very important when it comes to being a successful teacher. As teachers, our results are highly dependent on what we are able to teach our students and students are far more likely to succeed if they are motivated. Student motivation also far exceeds the bounds of just learning English and extends into the other subjects they study and even their daily lives. A well motivated student will be more disciplined, attentive and willing to participate than an unmotivated student. Having motivated students is great for teachers as it means you are able to do your job much more efficiently. Table of Contents The Two Categories of Motivation Factors That Affect a...  [Read more]

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Can We as Teachers Motivate Our Students? In classes all over the world, students of various linguistic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds are struggling with a lack of motivation. Not only in English as a foreign or second language classroom but also in other subjects from Mathematics and Science to Arts and Culture. For this course, we will focus on the students learning English as a foreign or second language hereafter simply referred to as 'student(s)'. Table of Contents Reasons for Learning Teaching Approaches Teacher's Qualities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Zacharias Johannes P. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

Onsite TEFL Programs Check out tefl tesol about Onsite TEFL Programs 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 D.K. - Korea said: Motivation in the classroomThere is a difference between wanting to learn to do something than actually taking the effort to do so. Many people say they would like to learn to play guitar when they hear a friend playing a song that they themselves have only heard through Guitar Hero. Who would actually search out for a guitar instructor or would purchase a guitar to practice at home? There are those who do, but many who do not. Motivation. It can be seen as...  [Read more]

Organisation Professional TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Organisation Professional 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 D.H. - U.S.A. said: Motivation in the classroomMost people would agree that motivation is a crucial factor and component of learning and developing any new skill whether it is a new job, new knowledge, or a physical skill set. A coach of a sports team is expected to research and utilize effective ways to motivate his team to achieve maximum performance. Learning a foreign language is no different and should be analyzed accordingly by teachers and educators...  [Read more]

Fri, 14 Sep 2018 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Guide to Teaching Receptive Skills in the EFL Classroom When students learn English as a second language, there are two types of skills that they work towards obtaining proficiency of: receptive and productive skills. As an EFL teacher, you need to understand how to incorporate the learning of these skills into your lessons - and this guide will help you with that. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Receptive Skills Definition Motivations for the Students Challenges for the Students Planning Your Lessons Considering the Motivations and Challenges Great Resources for Teaching Receptive Skills Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video...  [Read more]

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Motivation: Adults vs. Young learners People of all ages around the world wish to learn English, for varying reasons, and many begin this endeavor at different times in their lives. For teachers, it is important to understand that the approach to teaching English is not painted with a broad stroke across all ages of learners. To ensure that you reach your class in the most effective way possible it is vital to know what level your students are at and also what motivated them to learn English. Table of Contents Beginning Students Reasons to Learn Personal Interest and Desire Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ilse G. Please note that this...  [Read more]

Thu, 23 May 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences Key Ways to Motivate Students from Young Learners to Adults As we all know, motivation is a core aspect of teaching and learning a language. Lack of motivation is perhaps the biggest obstacle that we face as students and teachers. If a student lacks motivation, he/she will not pay attention in the class or will simply find it boring. At the same time if a teacher lacks motivation to teach he/she will be unable to attract students' attention and give them all they need. Let us be honest and say that intelligent students are those, who always eagerly attend class and enjoy the process. Here we need a highly motivated teacher who is willing help them. In this article I divide students into several categories because different situations...  [Read more]

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Motivation as Energy for the Class A simple definition of motivation can be, the reason why someone is doing something, for example, the reason to be in the class. Why are they taking this class? An adult student can be taking the class because her or his job requires. A young student can be taking the class because their parents are asking for or because it is a subject in school. If this is the case the young student will be not motivated to be in there and learn, this is when the teachers will look for the best way to motivate the student to learn and be present. Table of Contents What is Motivation? Types of Motivation How to Motivate? The Effects of Motivation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related...  [Read more]

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways to Encourage ESL Students to Learn English To be able to answer this question, we need to think about what is the meaning of motivation. So motivation is the force that drives us to achieve our goals. Table of Contents What Does Students' Progress Depend on? Motivation Student-Teacher Relationships Evaluation and Assessment Parents Role Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Patrycja E. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. What Does Students' Progress Depend on? Students' achievements depend on several factors such as students' learning opportunities, teacher's work, students'...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways to Help Students Keep Calm in an ESL Classroom Learning English may be stressful for students and adults, as well. The reasons may be different. Table of Contents What is the solution? How to help students to overcome their stress in learning English?. Motivation and punctuation. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: In this essay, I will try to examine the possible causes of why learning English can be stressful especially for young learners. I will try to propose some suggestions that in my opinion may work. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Maxim D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Probably, the lack of...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why is Motivation Necessary in the ESL Classroom? Motivation is a special ingredient in achieving goals. It is a necessary factor that urges us to act. A person is motivated when his or her activities are positively focussed on a certain end. Table of Contents There are two forms of motivation: Extrinsic motivation is the kind of motivation stemming from an exogenous influence. Intrinsic motivation is the kind of motivation that stimulates activity from an impulse within. Peer-dependent motivation type Teacher-dependent motivation type Peer- and teacher-dependent motivation type Peer- and teacher-independent motivation type Therefore, it is important to motivate students, especially when they become teenagers with more and more...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Jan 2020 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas How Motivated Students Influence the Whole Atmosphere of the Classroom In any classroom, for students to successfully learn to the best of their abilities, they must be motivated to do so. If a student is not motivated to learn, they will not actively engage with the lesson, they will not focus on the information presented, and they will not retain the new material. This is why motivation is so essential for each student's learning experience. A large part of achieving student motivation comes from the teacher inspiring this motivation. Table of Contents Actions Ways I Motivate Students Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alexandria A. Please...  [Read more]

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Use English as a Global Language to Improve Student Motivation In this paper, I will discuss the reasons for students to learn English, and ways in which the teacher can help the students find motivation for learning said language. My arguments stem from the fact that English is one of the most beneficial languages to know in an increasingly global economy and a great number of different areas. Table of Contents Reasons to learn English English in the global world Motivation and happiness Teaching beginners Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Vemund V. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Comparing Young Learners and Adult Business English Students As an aspiring TEFL teacher, I have to be ready to teach students of all ages. While the language and lesson-planning follow frameworks that stay consistent for all students, the topics I utilize depend on who I am teaching; for example, the ESA lesson plan works for all classrooms, but different students require different engage-phase activities - a game of battleships is better suited for young learners than adults. In this report, I explore the similarities and differences between teaching young and adult learners. Table of Contents Goals Choice of Topics Teaching Aims Choice of Materials Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]