Needs Analysis Tefl

What TEFL Course to Choose: Non-Native Teacher Needs Analysis 09/14/2021 hello and welcome to the itt's weekly live stream my name is lisa and i'm super glad to welcome you at a new live session uh so we are just about to start uh but we are going to wait for some people to join us so uh if you are watching this uh video as a recording please skip this beginning um in three minutes or so probably um while i'm going to introduce today's live session and stuff like that uh but if you want to um learn a little bit more about itttt and about myself as a host of these sessions uh stay here and uh yeah let's do it together so um yeah i'm super glad to welcome you guys thanks a lot for joining in uh let me know if you see and hear me clearly because i'm not sure if my equipment is working if my...  [Read more]

What TEFL Course to Choose: Non-Native Teacher Needs Analysis   TEFL Course for a Non-Native Teacher: Are you a non-native ESL teacher at the beginning of your teaching career? Or do you have experience but want to boost your knowledge and increase an hourly rate? Then this live stream is for you. Our non-native TEFL expert will explain what course to choose based on your needs and share her career development results as an online teacher. #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL Register now & get certified...  [Read more]

What TEFL Course to Choose: Non-Native Teacher Needs Analysis   TEFL Course for a Non-Native Teacher: Are you a non-native ESL teacher at the beginning of your teaching career? Or do you have experience but want to boost your knowledge and increase an hourly rate? Then this live stream is for you. Our non-native TEFL expert will explain what course to choose based on your needs and share her career development results as an online teacher. #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]

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why is English for Specific Purposes as a Methodology so Effective? In 1945, globalization boomed and developing countries in Europe and Africa were quickly realizing that to become technologically advanced, English was the language to pursue as it was establishing itself as the international technological language. The first textbook to be published to educate students in a specified field of English was The Structure of Technical English (Herbert, 1965), which opened the door to the development of textbooks based on register analysis. Table of Contents LSP and ESP Development of Special Methodologies Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What are The Best Speaking Activities for Mixed-Ability Classrooms? Mixed-ability classes are classes that have participants with different levels of proficiency. The differentiation can be in terms of the following traits:* Age* Maturity Level* Motivation* Intelligence* Mother Tongue* Attitude towards the subject* Language Ability Table of Contents Getting to know your Students Needs Analysis by filling in Questionnaires Speaking Activities: Same Ability Groups: Mixed Ability Groups: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Pardeep A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. This list is...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Needs and Skills Assessment During the First Business English Lesson ESL teachers when they meet their class for the first time should learn what students know and what they need to know. Even for General English in schools or university classrooms where students have more or less the same level of English. There should be some short tests to determine students' gaps in knowledge, personal objectives or institutional requirements.Especially assessment is needed when teaching Business English. This essay will discuss types of assessments in the early stages of teaching Business English to students. Table of Contents Students' Reasons to Learn and Their Language Level An example of a level test taken from ITTT Specialized Course...  [Read more]

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Business English as a Tool to Global Success With the democratization of English as the go-to business language of the world, it has become ever more common for businesspeople to seek assistance in improving their English competency. A common misconception is that older, more established business leaders will bring forth an easier teaching experience, but nothing can be further from the truth. Table of Contents Teaching businessmen and women has its unique challenges. What does one include in such a Needs analysis? What a teacher will have to tailor carefully, are the activities they wish the students to complete. An important part to consider with businesspeople is their cultural sensitivities. Do you want to teach English abroad or...  [Read more]

Fri, 18 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Should Teachers Analyze Their Work? It is critical and necessary, that as purveyors of educational content, a teacher ensures they undertake periodic analysis of their methods, rationale, and motivations for the job. Periodic self-analysis is important, as it can be one defining factor in what separates a "good" from a "great" teacher. In my experience as a teacher, I have often used a teaching log to note my findings and experiences in the classroom. Brookfield (1995) defines a teaching log "as a weekly record of the events in a teacher's life that have impressed themselves most vividly on his or her consciousness"(p.72). In this paper, I present four main ideas, based on experience, in favor of a critical self-analytical method...  [Read more]

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 Joanna Dineva Teaching Ideas 5 Tips on How to Impress Business Clients as a Business English Teacher Like it or not, ready or not, English is the global language of business. Globalization in business is widespread both in market globalization and production globalization. More importantly, more and more multinational companies are mandating English as the common corporate language—Airbus, Daimler-Chrysler, Fast Retailing, Nokia, Renault, Samsung, SAP, Technicolor, and Microsoft in Beijing, to name a few. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Dress to impress! 2. Be professional. 3. Needs Analysis. 4. Provide a course success report. 5. Distribute a course evaluation at the end of the course. But relax! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post:...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Course Structure and Development in a Business English Setting Is Important The Business English Teacher needs to consider how to structure and develop a course for students. Because students in a Business English setting are working professionals, they typically will have specific needs and learning objectives that a teacher will have to cater to. Table of Contents Steps for creating a course structure Understanding students' motivation and language level Content and syllabus Verifying Tracking the progress Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jan S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Tutoring in TEFL Teaching Teaching English to an individual student is a common form of EFL classroom setting nowadays. Luckily, I happened to have the chance to work as a one-to-one English tutor before. Although I was a novice English teacher at that time, the experience of teaching one to one certainly helped me develop as a teacher and gave me a new perception of English teaching. There were some challenges I faced as a novice English tutor which I did not know how to solve, but now after self-evaluation and taking TESOL course, I gained a deeper understanding on teaching one to one and how to solve the problems in class. Table of Contents Setting up goals Anticipated problems Relationships Personal experience Checking progress...  [Read more]

How do you teach English one-to-one? Before delving into the specifics of conducting one-to-one lessons, we need to be mindful of certain preliminary steps essential for effective lesson planning. Initially, you must assess your student's English proficiency level. This is usually achieved through a level test. The level test typically begins with a verbal conversation to gauge the general competency level of the student. English proficiency is often categorized on a five-point scale: A basic level test could involve asking progressively complex questions to pinpoint the level at which the student begins to struggle. Once the level test is completed, the next step is a needs analysis. This process aims to ascertain why the student is learning English, as needs will vary among learners....  [Read more]

How do you teach English one-to-one? Before delving into the specifics of conducting one-to-one lessons, we need to be mindful of certain preliminary steps essential for effective lesson planning. Initially, you must assess your student's English proficiency level. This is usually achieved through a level test. The level test typically begins with a verbal conversation to gauge the general competency level of the student. English proficiency is often categorized on a five-point scale: A basic level test could involve asking progressively complex questions to pinpoint the level at which the student begins to struggle. Once the level test is completed, the next step is a needs analysis. This process aims to ascertain why the student is learning English, as needs will vary among learners....  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Most Striking Pros and Cons of Teaching Business English The point I intend to make is that, in practice, the problems involved in teaching English for business may not differ so very much from those involved in teaching English per se. It calls for the same quality of classroom management (if perhaps applied somewhat more diplomatically), and the teaching techniques essential to any successful pedagogic endeavor. Nevertheless, it also offers an opportunity for the instructor to apply advanced skills, and to increase his/her knowledge and sense of job satisfaction. Table of Contents Easy or not? Business English Students Needs Study Materials Obvious Benefits Are you ready to teach Business English? Related Articles: Listen...  [Read more]

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 2 Effective Strategies for Teaching Business English Business English is considered a specific subset of international English. Business English focuses on studying English vocabulary and topics that can be applied to business purposes such as trade, finance, and even international relations. English in the workplace often requires a specific subset of skills such as presentations, negotiations, and professional correspondence that are typically not covered in general English courses. As the amount of business English learners grows, there is an increasing need to understand how business English differs from general English and what strategies are effective for teaching business English. Table of Contents Business English vs. General...  [Read more]

Tue, 28 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teacher Self-Analysis: Why is it Important? "To be a good teacher, you need to love what you teach. Teachers are given the word not to put their thoughts to sleep, but to wake someone else's." - V. Klyuchevsky, Russian historian Table of Contents Teaher's Self-development Teacher's Attitude Teacher's Professional Development Teacher's Self-evaluation How Self-analysis Influences Teaching? Do you want to be a TEFL teacher? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Zarina S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teaher's Self-development A teacher who is able to learn will also be able to grow as a specialist,...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Self-Analysis in Teaching EFL/ESL Classroom Teachers need to continuously monitor and evaluate their teaching techniques so that they can better prepare themselves to address unpredictable situations, as well as set realistic expectations for themselves and their students. The ultimate objective is to improve the quality of the service that is being provided and guarantee the effectiveness of the overall environment, resources, communication, and teaching techniques. Self-analysis is also about identifying thinking patterns and habits that are counterproductive and why and how they can be managed. What is more, the practice of self-analysis certainly generates more motivation to dig deeper and begin identifying and addressing...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Lesson Plan: Teacher's Trajectory of Delivering Knowledge Good planning allows for more effective teaching and learning. The advantages of planning a lesson are having well-organized lessons with a confident teacher. In the unforeseen circumstances that a replacement teacher needs to be called to cover a class, everything is documented and planned so the objectives are clear and the substitute teacher knows how to teach the lesson. Table of Contents Timing Anticipating Activities Analysis Start your TEFL course today! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jemma W. Timing A planned lesson should include the time allowed for the lesson and the time allowed for each...  [Read more]

Tue, 18 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Specific Challenges of One-to-One teaching and Ways to Overcome Them with the Help of the TEFL Course Content I have taught English in a classroom setting to large groups of adults for 4 years through a non-profit agency located in a mixed-race urban area of the United States. More recently, I have been teaching English to foreign learners on a one-to-one basis via video chat, also for four years. Given this background, I can speak from a wealth of personal experience to the differences, advantages, and disadvantages of each. As my goal is to continue to teach individuals online, I was admittedly skeptical of what I might gain from a TEFL course, as most certification programs are geared toward classroom teaching abroad. Having...  [Read more]

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Tutor to Teacher: Lessons Learned Along the Way For the past few years, I have worked with students one on one as a tutor for a variety of subjects such as history, math, and English. I have a great deal of experience with this mode of educating where I am working with one student at a time and through this course, I have learned a few new techniques that I want to extrapolate on and discuss in this essay. Table of Contents 1. Needs Analysis 2. Students' Learning Background 3. Lesson Planning Practical Ideas Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Canaan K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Class TEFL Language Check out tefl tesol about Class TEFL Language 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 A.N. - Russia said: Business EnglishBecause English has become the most powerful means of global communication, the English language is in much demand today. Furthermore, over the last few decades there has been a rapid increase in number of language learners targeted at professional English, English for Specific Purposes: the English of law, accounting, finance, nursing, travelling and other areas related to business. The learners of Business English are of different ages and...  [Read more]

Tue, 28 May 2019 Mark Crocker TEFL Information Alumni Experiences How Taking a Business English Course Improved My Teaching Preparation I have had the privilege of teaching English for 5 years in an Asian university setting, and I am now preparing to move to another country to seek employment. It is quite possible that I will teach English in a business setting in my new country, which is why I took the Certificate in Teaching Business English course. Table of Contents My Previous Struggles With Planning and Development New Ideas For Course Development The Importance of Syllabus Design and the Use of Authentic Materials Looking to the Future Are you ready to teach business English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Self-Analysis as a Matter of Teaching Quality Teaching profession today has become more challenging due to the constant development and innovative experiments in the field of education. A role of a teacher is significantly changing. In this era of technology-based teaching, a teacher has to keep himself or herself updated with the latest happenings taking place in the profession. Apart from the personal growth, the teacher also has to focus on professional growth. There are many options available outside in the market which offer help for the same. The best way to achieve this is through 'Self Analysis'. A teacher must need to evaluate himself as well as his teaching techniques which in result will help him to find out the components...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Should Teachers Self-Analyse Themselves? We would all like to be the perfect ITTT English teacher. However, various dynamics could at times affect our best intentions and love for teaching. Table of Contents Why is it important for teachers to self-analyze? How can we accomplish these goals? Here are two examples that can be used in a teacher's self-analysis assessment. 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 Jenny H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The reality is that relocation to another country will...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is Teacher Self-Analysis and Why is it Significant for Student and Teacher Relationships? Teacher self-analysis in the classroom is just as important as a critical self-reflection upon the unfolding of our lives. To know whether or not our students are getting the most out of our course, the first step must be to critically assess whether or not we are upholding our values and/or philosophical approaches to teaching. Without remaining mindful of our intentions for and approaches to teaching, it may be easy to lose sight of one's long term goals and could result in disorganization, a loss in student interest, and/or a poor student to teacher relationship. But being critical of the self is difficult due to our loyalties and...  [Read more]

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas New at ESP? Don’t get nervous! As an ESL teacher, you have probably found students looking for help to develop their English skills in a particular domain of their professional careers, or they look to increase their knowledge by focusing on language in context instead of grammar structures. Although this is a great opportunity to increase the ESL teaching experience, many of us say: "Oh, sorry, but that is not my expertise area, but I suggest asking this another teacher." This article will guide you to give the first step with private students and Online English Courses, learning advice to help any student even if you do not have experience teaching English in their professional area. Table of Contents What is...  [Read more]

Fri, 15 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Confidence Increasing Strategies: an Effective Tutorial For ESL Teachers Since I am still relatively new to teaching, I felt it was important to reassure myself on why I choose this career path as well as my efficacy in the role. Self-monitoring is extremely important in both our personal and professional lives. Self-regulation leads to personal growth and that is invaluable in our lives. I believe that the teacher needs to be a student first. As a teacher begins to develop more experience in their role over time, naturally follows comfort and sometimes comfort can lead to complacency. I believe that students cannot benefit from a complacent teaching professional because the world around us changes frequently. Students need to be...  [Read more]

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Online vs. On-Site TEFL Courses The content of online courses and onsite courses is similar. As for the effect of learning, it varies from person to person. Some students like online courses. Because online courses do not need to go to the site to attend classes, they can go to class directly at home, which is convenient and time-consuming. It is more flexible, you can choose the time of the lecture, and you can listen to it repeatedly during the validity period. In particular, most of the users of our drop-out network are in-service personnel, and they can use the time to watch the video to learn. Face-to-face courses are convenient，some students prefer onsite courses because the courses are more direct, and they can...  [Read more]

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Designing Syllabus for Flawless Lessons Designing the syllabus of a course is one of the greatest challenges a teacher has to face and undertake way in advance to the actual implementation of the said syllabus – and before the actual beginning of any language course. When a teacher starts to plan a syllabus, he/she may not even have an exact, clear and set idea of what is expected of him/her and the students to achieve and complete during and by the end of the course. Still, planning is essential as it can save a lot of time for everyone involved, eliminate many problems, and provide the teacher with a framework and a starting point for plans and modifications. Table of Contents Students and their abilities Needs in the...  [Read more]

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Self-Analysis and Reflection Can Help a Teacher Improve The CEO of a multi-million-dollar company I worked for once told me, "Change or change will change you." This motto has stuck with me since the day I heard him say it. It's part of the reason why I decided that I want to be a teacher. I know it's going to bring me out of my comfort zone and force me to do things that I otherwise would never do. A teacher can never stop learning; one has to constantly improve. Otherwise, what's the point? Some of the most important ways to ensure that one improves as a teacher are to self-analyze and reflect. It's fine to use these tactics at one's own pace and discretion, but they are of utmost importance. Table of Contents Revision and...  [Read more]