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Thu, 24 May 2018 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information The Best Apps to Have on Your Phone While Teaching English Abroad In recent years, more and more classrooms have become more technologically advanced and more and more teachers are using digital teaching materials. However, you don't always need to hand out tablets to your students or have a fancy digital whiteboard to take advantage of recent advances in digital teaching materials. Here are some great apps to have on your phone while teaching English abroad that you can use to enhance your lessons and really engage your students in the classroom. Table of Contents Apps for Inside the Classroom Educreations Kahoot Epic! Unlimited Books for Kids Instructables Apps for Outside the Classroom Additio Slack Teacher's Assistant Pro Remind...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Sep 2018 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Top 10 Qualities Every Great Teacher Should Have We admire them and now we want to be them but what are those fundamental qualities that make teachers so great? Drawing on decades of experience of working with TEFL teachers across the globe, we have listed the top 10 qualities every great teacher should have below. Table of Contents 1. They're glowing and inspiring. 2. They plan it all out. 3. They are patient. 4. They are challengers. 5. They are creative. 6. They are great talkers. 7. They know their stuff. 8. They are flexible and adaptable. 9. They show and receive respect. 10. They are professional. Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: 1. They're glowing and inspiring. Great teachers...  [Read more]

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 10 Requirements Every ESL Teachers Needs To Have Teaching offers the chance to change other people's lives permanently for the better. As a teacher, you can help to develop somebody's subject knowledge and maybe even their mind and personality. Teaching is an incredibly rewarding thing to do and good teachers are needed everywhere: in schools and college classrooms to educate the young, as well as in the workplace and other settings to teach adults and colleagues. One-on-one teachers may tutor someone in a particular subject or for their wider personal development. Table of Contents 1. Enjoy communicating your understanding to others. 2. Have confidence. 3. I have great organizational skills. 4. Work effectively in groups. 5. Be able...  [Read more]

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have With the advent of online teaching making such a large part of the ESL market, we need to be aware of some teaching skills for that area. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Pronunciation Grammar Knowledge Teaching Methodology Classroom Management Online Teaching Skills Monitoring Student Motivation Leson Design Social Media Management Business Development Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the video about this topic Pronunciation The first skill to consider which is absolutely important for ESL teachers, both native and non-native is...  [Read more]

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Essential Set of Personal Qualities Every Teacher Should Have Since my childhood, I have been frequently asked the same question "what kind of teacher do you want?" At different life stages, I have different answers. When I was a kid, I would say a teacher who dresses neatly and smiles nicely; when I was a teenager, I would prefer a "cool" teacher as a good teacher, who behaves differently from other boring and stereotyping adults; until I grow up, I think a good teacher should have sound subject knowledge, be fair and consistent with all of the students as well as being sensitive to the students' reactions and providing necessary support, and until now I know being a good teacher has nothing to do with his/her appearances...  [Read more]

Sun, 21 Jun 2020 Rhea Latchu Alumni Experiences How can Teaching and Traveling be Blended? What if I told you it is totally possible to combine your passion with your dream? Table of Contents Teaching English, the Ticket to Being an Expat Not the Typical Tourist The Teaching Aspect The Balancing Act So Are You Ready for Your Journey? Related Articles: Well, it is. You see, for as long as I can remember, I have always had the dream to travel and wander around this globe. Then approximately four years ago, I discovered a passion within me that I didn't even know existed: teaching! And that is how my journey working as an EFL Teacher began! Teaching English, the Ticket to Being an Expat Teaching English for many presents the opportunity needed to become an expat. To live the expat...  [Read more]

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Alumni Story: How Have I Been Learning to Be a Better Teacher? When I moved to Japan over two years ago, I had no formal teaching experience. I hit the ground running, visiting five different elementary and junior high schools in my small town, and getting to know the students and teachers I would work with there. I made many mistakes but also learned a lot about teaching along the way through my own experience, observing the teachers I work with, and taking an online TEFL course. I hope to use this knowledge to further improve my teaching skills. Table of Contents Workflow and how it changes throughout the time My experience in Japan TEFL Certification Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles:...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL 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. Read my articles How I Accidentally Discovered My Passion For Teaching And Decided To Make It a Career | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This story is written by one of our TEFL course alumni who discovered their passion for teaching by accident and decided to pursue a career in ESL. 4 Super Easy Tips for Teaching Vocabulary to Young Learners | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Teaching vocabulary is a large part of teaching English to young learners. Here are 4 super easy tips to help you when teaching this specific type of class. The best thing...  [Read more]

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 Gianluca Costa Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences The Life of an ESL Teacher in Hong Kong If you are thinking of moving to Hong Kong to teach English, this article is a great overview of how an ESL teacher's life in Hong Kong can be. English is widely spoken in Hong Kong, and even young children start their English education very early. Many parents place their children in English institutions early on, which shows how important English education is in Hong Kong. That's why Hong Kong offers many opportunities for ESL teachers, and you can find placements in a variety of school settings, from kindergartens, learning centers to private tutoring lessons. Table of Contents Let's take a look what a typical day in the life of an ESL teacher in Hong Kong...  [Read more]

How do I find a job teaching English in Spain? Spain has long been one of the top destinations in Europe for teaching English abroad. Thousands of teachers from all over the world head to Spain every year drawn by the promise of a relaxed lifestyle, a beautiful coastline dotted with sandy beaches, and the opportunity to learn Spanish while living in a modern, international city such as Madrid or Barcelona. If Spain is your number one choice, take a look at the following tips that could help you on your way. What are the basic requirements for teaching English in Spain? If you are serious about living and working as an ESL teacher in Spain, the first thing you will need to do is complete a TEFL certification course. Without a TEFL certificate you will find it difficult to secure a well...  [Read more]

How do I find a job teaching English in France? France is the most popular tourist destination in the world by visitor numbers, and it is equally popular with those looking to teach English abroad. With so much to offer, from history and culture to fashion and cuisine, France is the dream destination for thousands of ESL teachers every year. If you want to join this number, take a look at the following guide to teaching English in France. What are the basic requirements for teaching English in France? As with most countries in Western Europe, employers in France expect their prospective employees to possess a TEFL certificate. If you arrive without one, you are likely to have a tough time in the job market as most of your competitors will be TEFL certified. What is the best way to...  [Read more]

Fri, 29 May 2020 Gökhan Yilmaz Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 5 Common Problems for Arab Learners When Studying English This topic is very dear to my heart as I have been an English teacher in Arab countries for a long time. Therefore, I am writing this article as someone who has experience in learning both Arabic and English. In my observation, most of these difficulties either have to do with the students' native language (Arabic) or their cultural backgrounds. Here are the 5 most common problems for Arab learners when studying English. Table of Contents The Arabic Language Writing is Important Grammatical Differences Pronunciation Issues Reasons for learning English Related Articles: The Arabic Language As Arabic is written from right to left, English looks very strange to...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles Top Ways for Non-Native English Teachers To Build Their Teaching Career | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information There are a number of different strategies discussed here to help build a teaching career. These include, private teaching volunteering. Other ideas that may not generally be known include teaching blogs and selling lesson plans and materials that you have created. Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog post, we look at two of the most common misconceptions about teaching ESL. First, that finding a job is really hard and second that you need a degree to teach English abroad. 10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have | ITTT |...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Russ Tuff For ITTT, our community of students and alumni is the most important to us. That's why we'd love to share what our course grads have to say! This will not only have others make a better decision in whether TEFL/TESOL is for them, but it will also help the ITTT community grow bigger and stronger! Table of Contents 1. What's your name? 2. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 3. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? 4. What was your favorite part about the course? 5. You've finished your TEFL/TESOL course - now what? What are your plans and goals? 6. What's your no. 1 tip for other TEFL/TESOL course takers? What should they know? What do you wish you knew...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! The Most Important Opposite Words in English   Studying words in pairs of opposites is a great way to build vocabulary quickly. Every teacher should have this list of the most important opposite words in English in their teaching materials.   Pairing opposite words is a great way to learn new vocabulary. It is much easier to attach meaning to a word when students are also presented with a word’s antonym. For instance, the meaning of the word “tall” is a lot easier to grasp when presented as “tall/short.” Images are also very helpful when learning opposites. Words such as “big/small,” when accompanied by visuals of big and small animals or objects, can be instantly understood. Opposites can also be...  [Read more]

TEFL - FAQs At ITTT we are dedicated to training new teachers to become effective and confident professionals who are capable of working in English language classrooms worldwide. Throughout the training process we are here to guide you every step of the way, from choosing the right course all the way through to finding the best job to suit your plans. Inevitably you will have many questions along the way which is why we have put together the following FAQ section that should help to answer some of the most common queries. TEFL & TESOL (General) What is the difference between TESOL and TEFL?    TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language and TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. These descriptions are generally used...  [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 What Does First Language Acquisition Dependent On? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers the reasons of language acquisition. How does FLA differs from SLA? A Short Guide for Preparing Course Materials for TEFL Teaching | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is a guide on creating teaching materials. Our TEFL graduate explains how to choose materials correctly and how to implement the in teaching. Alumni Story: How Have I Been Learning...  [Read more]

What is the Schengen Area in Europe and how does it affect TEFL teachers? If you plan on teaching English in Europe you might have come across something known as the Schengen Area. This area is currently comprised of 26 countries with a combined population of over 400 million people. The area was set up in 1985 with the intention of removing border controls to make moving between countries hassle free. The Schengen Area should not be confused with the European Union which is a separate institution. Before its creation you would have to show your passport at every border to receive an entry stamp, while now anyone including TEFL teachers can move freely from one country to another without any restrictions. How long can I stay in the Schengen Area? Essentially, by entering a country that is...  [Read more]

Archives for October 2022 10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas In this blog post on crucial teaching skills we will look at the specific skills of: Pronunciation, Grammar knowledge and Teaching methodology. TEFL Ice Breakers: What You Need to Know Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Ice breakers as the name implies are activities (often games) used to introduce the teacher to the students, to each other and vice-verca. These activities allow the group to get to know each other in a friendly, fun atmosphere as we will describe. Ice breakers can be used for all levels of ESL student. TEFL for Beginners: Top Tips to Know Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog we...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL 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. Read my articles The Most Common Problems Students in China Face When Learning English | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Are you planning on becoming an EFL teacher in China? There are certain difficulties Chinese students face when learning English and every EFL teacher should be aware of these. Top 10 Qualities Every Great Teacher Should Have | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Are you planning on becoming an EFL teacher abroad? Be sure to check out the top 10 qualities every great teacher should have before stepping into your classroom. Teaching...  [Read more]

What does a TEFL course focus on? A TEFL certification is a key requirement for employers of English teachers globally, with most now demanding a minimum of a 120-hour certificate. You can attain this certification through two primary avenues: in-class and online TEFL courses. In-class TEFL courses As the name suggests, these courses require you to attend sessions at a location where English is taught as a foreign language, usually for about four weeks. Given the accommodation necessity, these courses tend to be pricier, but they usually incorporate a teaching practice segment that significantly aids real-world teaching preparation. Also read: Which country is best for a TEFL course? Online TEFL courses These courses offer flexibility, as they don't demand physical presence at any...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore ITTT TEFL 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. Read my articles How To Write The Perfect ESL Lesson Plan | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Lesson planning is an important part of a teacher's daily life. This guide is for both new and experienced teachers on how to write the perfect ESL lesson plan. The Best Thing I Have Learned From My 60-hour TEFL/TESOL Course | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This story was written by one of our TEFL course alumni who shares the most important thing they've learned from taking the 60-hour TEFL/TESOL Course from ITTT. Top 5 Skills Teachers...  [Read more]

Are TEFL courses accredited? Identifying a good TEFL course and a great course provider with sound graduate services is becoming increasingly difficult. One way to gain some perspective is to check the accreditation that a course possesses, as well as independent reviews of the course. Why are courses accredited? Almost every TEFL course provider has some form of external accreditation for their courses. Without external accreditation, the qualification and manner in which it was achieved could come under scrutiny when applying for jobs and work visas. After all, governments and schools want English teachers to be skilled and of significant benefit to their students. Who provides accreditation for TEFL courses? The provider of the accreditation should be an independent third party that is...  [Read more]

What are the most common concerns for first time TEFL teachers? At ITTT, we firmly believe that English language teaching is one of the most rewarding careers, particularly for those yearning to travel and embark on life-altering journeys. But like any job, teaching English does have its highs and lows. Novice teachers often harbor specific concerns unique to the teaching profession about their classroom roles. Here, we address some recurrent concerns among our TEFL graduates before they embark on their first teaching assignment. What if I don’t like my students? Many beginner teachers wonder about this. As a teacher, you will encounter various personalities in your classroom, and it is unrealistic to expect harmony with everyone. The most pragmatic approach in such cases is to maintain...  [Read more]

Are public or private schools better for teaching English in South Korea? The vast majority of teachers who work in South Korea are employed by either a government run public school or a private language school known as a hagwon. Both types of employer offer good salaries and other benefits but there are a few differences that might sway your decision either way. What are the differences in the hiring process? Most public and private school positions are filled in advance, meaning you will apply and interview for the job before you leave your home country. The hiring process for public schools generally follows a set timetable that includes two regular start dates. Online applications begin in April for start dates in August/September, and in October for start dates in February/March....  [Read more]

What does Level 4 TEFL mean? We know it can be difficult to sort through the various TEFL certification options available today, but don’t worry, we're here to explain the various levels of TEFL courses to you. The general characteristics of the framework are frequently tied to a variety of elements, including the total amount of hours spent studying, the certification type, if the program contains a practical component, and the form of study (full-time or part-time). A level 4 TEFL course fulfills the standard of having at least 100 hours of coursework, which is highly sought after by most employers in the EFL field worldwide. What is a level 4 TEFL qualification? A level 4 TEFL qualification is the equivalent of a freshman-level university course. This level is ideal for finding a...  [Read more]

Where can I teach English abroad? Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are drawn to exotic destinations across Asia or Latin America. However, before you book your plane tickets you need to be aware that the requirements for foreign teachers vary greatly from one country to the next and these may limit your options. You should do plenty of research on whether any of the following issues apply to your chosen destination. In some cases, language schools are restricted to only hiring teachers who hold citizenship of a native English speaking country. These are...  [Read more]

Are there any age limits for TEFL teaching? The good news is there is no real age restrictions on who can take a TEFL course and then go on to teach English abroad. At ITTT we do require you to be at least 18 years old to enroll on our courses but there are certainly no upper age limits. Over the years we have successfully trained people of all ages, many of whom have gone on to have successful careers as English language teachers. As long as you are a native or near-native English speaker who is keen to learn new skills and is open to new ideas, then your age should be no barrier to your success. Can older teachers find jobs teaching English abroad? Although a large number of new TEFL graduates are in their 20s, it doesn't mean they are always the most sought after by employers. Yes,...  [Read more]

Who can do a TEFL course? Around the world there are always a huge number of EFL teaching jobs waiting to be filled which means there are potential opportunities for almost everyone. So what qualifications, background or characteristics do you require to take a TEFL course? How important is a student's attitude when taking a TEFL course? First and foremost, anyone thinking about earning their TEFL certification with ITTT needs to be enthusiastic, motivated and determined as every course requires a considerable amount of commitment in terms of both time and effort. If you are fully committed to becoming an English language teacher, either at home or abroad, then you should have little trouble successfully completing the course and becoming a qualified EFL teacher. How important are...  [Read more]

Where can I join a TEFL placement program in Asia? Although teaching jobs can be arranged in Asia once you arrive in your destination of choice, in many countries it is common for jobs to be arranged in advance from within your own country. One area where this is certainly true is if you join a government run placement program. The following are the most popular programs of their kind in Asia. What is the EPIK program for teaching English in South Korea? EPIK stands for the English Program in Korea, a scheme run by the South Korean government that places foreign teachers into schools across the country to work as English language instructors. EPIK is one of the largest and most popular schemes of its kind as it offers a competitive salary, a good range of extra benefits, and the chance...  [Read more]