Online Syllabus

What is a TEFL curriculum? Across the globe, there are five widely accepted levels of EFL learners, which are represented in the teaching materials and book series available for students and teachers. These levels are commonly referred to as: Note: Any levels above these are typically termed 'advanced' and aren't usually taught in standard settings. Please note that different curricula may categorize these levels in various ways. For instance, the Touchstone series from Cambridge uses a four-level scale, which, however, covers the same content as a conventional five-level scale. Another series, "Cutting Edge," encompasses six levels, including an advanced level, along with the standard five. Let's examine some representative syllabus content for each level from the "Cutting Edge" series,...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Components and Steps in Syllabus Design Although courses may vary in length, subject matter, level, or approach, a systematic process, a syllabus is essential to plan and structure a course to achieve instructional goals effectively. Teachers will need to design, modify, revise or evaluate a syllabus or rethink and re-examine their syllabi throughout their career. Being a systematic process, syllabus design follows a set of steps and requirements, as outlined in the following paragraphs. Table of Contents Preparation Important Points Approbation 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...  [Read more]

Sat, 03 Nov 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Guide to Writing Your First TEFL Syllabus So you've got your TEFL certificate in hand and landed your dream teaching job abroad. Once you're at the school, it's time to prep for your classes. More often than not, teachers are expected to create their own course syllabi for their different classes. Here is our guide to writing your first TEFL syllabus. Table of Contents What is a course syllabus? What does my syllabus have to include? Writing your syllabus How to time your syllabus Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: This post was written by our ITTT graduate Zirui P. What is a course syllabus? The syllabus of a course is the frame of what the course is. It tells the students and the teacher...  [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]

Full-time Job for EFL Teacher in Krakow, Poland Date posted:2017-11-13 | Writer: Syllabus Language School | Email: [email protected] Syllabus Language School, a well-established private English school in Krakow Poland, has a full-time job (25 hours per week) for an EFL teacher who is available for a minimum of one academic year. Teaching teenagers and adults at afternoon and evening courses on the premises is required. Teaching methodology: communicative approach. One lesson lasts 90 minutes. Groups consist of 9 students. General English at B1 and upwards levels. Our school uses handbooks of British publishers (OUP, Pearson, Macmillan). Teachers are provided with handbooks, teaching materials and aids + Library + IWB+IT aids available. Preparation for Cambridge examinations is...  [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]

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]

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Need in a Structured Course to Progress in ESL Teaching Many teachers of the English language, both young and old at secondary school level are faced with the uphill task of designing a course structure. They often find designing a progression as a real Herculean task. As a secondary school student, I took English language courses with teachers who in most cases used just the prescribed textbooks page after page. Table of Contents My Teaching Experience Course Syllabus Importance What is Progression and How to Design it? Example Plan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Buh Mariette M. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Position Teaching Young Learners EFL in Hong Kong Date posted:2017-05-17 | Writer: Teach In Asia Ltd | Email: [email protected] Teach in Asia is a leading English teacher recruitment agency for Asia. We connect qualified teachers with reputable education providers in full-time and part-time roles. There is no charge to job applicants. We currently have a full-time Native English Teacher role at one of Hong Kong's leading premium English learning centres. Receive training and certification in the Oxford University Press Syllabus and professional development. THE JOB: - Teach young learners in a small class setting. - Syllabus and lesson plans are provided by Oxford. - Opportunity to teach and use provided materials in a creative and exciting way. - Conduct and report on student...  [Read more]

Fri, 19 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 3 Changes TEFL Teachers Need to Make When They Switch Between Individual and Group Lessons Teaching English is traditionally done in a classroom setting; however, a growing number of teachers and students are attracted to the convenience and flexibility of teaching one-to-one lessons. Whether teaching privately or for a company, in-person or online, to young learners or adults ESL teachers know their approach must change when switching from group teaching to teaching individuals. How is this done and what changes need to be made? Switching from group lessons to teaching one-to-one involves much more than modifying materials for a smaller audience; ESL teachers also need to make changes to teacher-student roles, syllabus and...  [Read more]

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Types of Student Assessment Every Teacher Will Encounter It is often argued that exams probably are one of the integral parts of every syllabus, and a course appears to be left open-ended and aimless without a propitious final examination. While many people totally believe in academic achievement assessment through formal examination and the element of competitiveness it introduces, opponents persuasively argue against this notion and refer to the devastating impact, and the strain students are inevitably exposed to as a result of rigorous and lengthy exams. In this article, several types of assessment are overview, but first, let's have a look at some examination methods. Table of Contents Oral exams Written exams...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Los Angeles Date posted:2010-07-29 | Writer: Ardmore Language Schools | Email: [email protected] Ardmore Language Schools (ALS) is a renowned organization working for more than 25 years facilitating English Language courses in the UK and has recently expanded to the US.We are currently looking for ESL/EFL Teachers for our southern California program based in Riverside (near LA) and our New York program based in Jersey City (8 min train to Manhattan). If you are enthusiastic, responsible and open-minded and want to grab the opportunity to work teaching children and young adults aged 14-20 from across the world and enjoy sports and activities, this may be the job for you. Job Profile includes ESL teachings in the mornings and Activities/Sports/Sightseeing in the...  [Read more]

Teach Young Learners EFL in Hong Kong Date posted:2016-10-23 | Writer: Little Panda English Learning Centre | Email: [email protected] Little Panda is a British owned and managed learning centre with two branches in Hong Kong with immediate opportunities for TEFL qualified teachers. We pride ourselves in our highly dedicated and qualified staff, all of whom have a career set in the education sector. We want our teachers to apply their skills, from their certified training courses and experience, into the classroom to allow a dynamic and fun equilibrium between students and teachers. Our students range from 3-12 years old and our class sizes are typically 4-8 students. We offer courses from official publishers including, Letterland, Macmillan, Cambridge YL and Trinity....  [Read more]

Lesson Planning - Part 9 - Correction   When our answers are not correct then, obviously, they need to be corrected but it is quite important that we go through a process of correction that will help students. Quite often they've made a mistake simply because of something like reading the incorrect answer out or misrepresenting what they've actually written down. So, always give the opportunity when a mistake has been made for the student to self-correct first. We can often do this in a nonverbal way to show them that they're not actually correct. We might repeat back what they've said to us in a questioning manner or we may just make a gesture to make sure that they understand that they're not correct. So, we allow for a process of self-correction. It may be that the student has...  [Read more]

TEFL Diploma - TESOL Diploma   ITTT's 370-hour online Diploma in TESOL course is a research based course that utilizes the internet and other resources to develop a deeper understanding of areas such as the historical development of English language teaching, syllabus design, assessment procedures, and classroom management. The course will provide you with an in-depth understanding of teaching English and give you the skills to enhance your own pedagogy, making it a valuable addition to your CV. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you...  [Read more]

Teach English in Mexico (4) Date posted:2016-02-02 | Writer: Lingua Franca | Email: [email protected] Lingua Franca are looking for a TEFL qualified English teacher with experience. You will be teaching general English to adults and children in Puerto Vallarta. You will be responsible for planning classes following the schools own syllabus. Classes are given in the mornings and evenings following a split shift system. You will also work Saturdays. REQUIREMENTS: University degree EFL teaching certificate Spanish is helpful HOW TO APPLY: Send your CV and cover letter to the email address given on the job heading.   Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 3 Points to Consider When Designing a Course Syllabus Good day, today I want to talk about syllabus design. During 3 years of intensive teaching experience in China. I noticed that all students have different behavior and activity in the classroom. At first, I associated it with different climates in families. But many children who were bad in some of the activities have good families. I want to remind you that I work with the first group of young learners. Table of Contents Anticipated Problems Multiple Intelligences Types of Activities Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Aleksandr R. Please note that this blog post might not...  [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]

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences TEFL Course Review and Analysis: Is it Really Useful? The ITTT 120-hour online TEFL course is intended to provide the novice ESL teacher with the fundamentals for building an ESL teaching career. The course is divided into a total of twenty individual units. Half the units are concerned with the process of teaching English to non-English speakers. The other half of the syllabus is concerned with class content – i.e., what gets taught during an ESL class. Each unit is made up of a didactic section, a self-review section, and then a quiz – and the quiz gets submitted electronically to ITTT. An average grade of 75% or better is required on the quizzes. Table of Contents The course units must be completed in sequence,...  [Read more]

TEFL in Belgrano, Argentina Date posted:2009-06-15 | Writer: Idiomas | Email: [email protected] We are a Language Service Provider and we are looking for qualified TEFL teachers to teach in 2 companies, one in Belgrano and another in downtown. We need  teachers who are committed to and enthusiastic about teaching adults from local businesses. Please do not apply if you're not staying here at least a year or don't have experience in in-company teaching.If you're interested please email us at the address given on the job headingFee: $30 an hour and $35 as from September 2009.Important: Please include detailed CV, age, local address and phone number, and teaching background. We need teachers with experience teaching “Market Leader” and “Headway”, following a...  [Read more]

Teach EFL Full-time in Turkey Date posted:2012-04-11 | Writer: Speak English | Email: [email protected] We are an English language consultancy providing one-to-one English lessons to individuals in all areas of Istanbul. We offer English lessons at the student’s home or workplace, or in our office in Kadiköy. We also cater to companies' needs by providing in-house classes. For each level of English and exam classes we have a structured syllabus to follow. However, creativity is welcomed to keep the lessons motivating for students.We are currently looking for part-time and full-time TEFL qualified teachers to join our team. If you would like to get involved in teaching English with us, please apply to the e-mail address given on the job heading. We look forward to hearing from...  [Read more]

Online English Teacher Date posted:2020-12-18 | Writer: KickStart English | Email: [email protected] We are looking for enthusiastic online TEFL teachers who enjoy tutoring small groups online. The vast majority of our students are pre-intermediate to upper intermediate adults from Belarus. Tutors will be required to cover 'must haves' that's part of our Level Up syllabus. These will often include two grammar area and two vocab topics per month. How these are covered is largely left up to the teacher.KickStart English was founded in August 2016. We are a small family-based language school that is steadily growing. We focus on providing speaking-based lessons to mini-groups. We have two classrooms in the centre of Minsk (the capital of Belarus). We aim to continue delivering the highest possible...  [Read more]

Job Teaching EFL in Vietnam Date posted:2018-06-26 | Writer: Transition Company Limited | Email: [email protected] Transition Company Limited specializes in providing native level English teachers to schools and English centers in Vietnam. We are pleased to announce our recruitment for the summer course and the upcoming semester as the following details: ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Teaching for kids and adults at English center and public school with the provided syllabus using ESL methods • Creating and administering engaging speaking activities • Regular communication with our office SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary: negotiable (1500$ per month) • Paid national holidays • Visa & work permit supported • Payment on time always • Provided accommodation/transportation...  [Read more]

Education Coordinator for TEFL in Belast, Northern Ireland Date posted:2002-12-10 | Writer: Queen\'s University Belfast | Email: [email protected] The Institute of Lifelong Learning at Queen's University Belfast, Northern Ireland is seeking a temporary DELTA trainer to take over a Cambridge DELTA programme which has been running since September 2002. The starting date for the position is 6 January, and the contract will terminate on 30 June. ESSENTIAL: - UCLES approved DELTA tutor - ability to provide input covering all aspects of the DELTA syllabus - ability to supervise practical teaching assignments, including lesson observation and feedback - experience in the administration of DELTA programmes, including liaison with UCLES DESIRABLE: - UCLES CELTA approval - Masters degree in...  [Read more]

BULATS   BULATS: Business Language Testing Service Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts In this unit i have learned how the classroom management can influence the students, I have learned to Be an extrovert to be a good teacher in the classroom. Style of teaching through practice in the classroom. Teacher must be able to inspire confident. To reach this, a good...  [Read more]

Job Teaching TEFL in New Zealand Date posted:2009-06-24 | Writer: Kiwi English Academy Ltd | Email: [email protected] Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.   This unit really gets me excited about working on course plans. The development of materials,...  [Read more]

TEFL in Italy (2) Date posted:2012-11-07 | Writer: British American Language Academy | Email: [email protected] Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.   Lesson Planning can be a somewhat tedious process depending on the teaching styles. Myself I do...  [Read more]

EFL Teachers Needed in Malaysia Date posted:2012-09-27 | Writer: Chase Resourcing | Email: [email protected] Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.   This unit was completed very thoroughly and all information given very clearly. And I should admit, that it was...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Malaysia Date posted:2015-01-14 | Writer: Morris Allen Study Centre | Email: [email protected] Morris Allen Study Centre, Kuala Lumpur, is looking for dynamic EFL teachers to work from Wednesdays to Sundays in an Enrichment Centre. Morris Allen Study Centres was first set up in 1993 in Singapore. Today, we have grown to eight branches and currently support approximately 3,500 students per year with their English. Teachers must be flexible enough to teach 3 year olds up to 16 year olds. The contract is for 2 years, extendable by mutual agreement, subject to performance. Job Details: A 35 hour week with a maximum of 28.5 hours of teaching contact time. A staff briefing held at 2pm each Wednesday in your branch, during working hours. Attend weekly meetings and P.D...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Role of Cultural Exchange in ESL Teaching Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching EFL students and explains why cultural exchange is so important in ESL. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. Top Tips for Teaching English as a Non-Native Speaker Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this live session, ITTT TEFL expert and non-native English teacher Liza talks about teaching English as a non-native speaker and shares her experience in building a successful teaching career abroad and online. The Most Common Challenges For Chinese Learners of English Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]