Online Teaching Activities

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Activities for Online TEFL Teaching This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Thu Ly T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Rational, Aim of study Advantages and disadvantages of teaching online 1. Advantages 2. Disadvantages Activities and materials should be used Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Rational, Aim of study Basing on the development of technology and the trend of globalization nowadays, online English lessons are very popular and will be very popular in the future. However, there are many difficulties that teachers have to face when teaching online. Understanding its advantages and...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 4 Activities to Use When Teaching Online Teaching English in the classroom remains a popular educational choice for families and children in decades. However, a lot of students cannot attend in-classroom all the time for many reasons. That's why teaching online has a potential extension possibility despite their limited competitive advantages in comparison with the general education method. Hence, online teachers need to be more creative in their lessons to increase learner's interest. As a result, many interactive activities have been developed in online English courses. Table of Contents 1. Pair Work 2. Game Play 3. Singing a Song 4. Quiz Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out...  [Read more]

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Online Teaching: ✅ 7 Activities to Enhance Your Online ESL Lesson with Miro If you have already switched to online ESL teaching, you've definitely been using an online board. There are many good options out there, but I prefer using Miro over the others. Miro is a convenient online whiteboard with lots of fun and interactive tools to use during the class and outside. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Small Talk 2. Mood Board 3. Picture Comics 4. Kanban Table 5. Mindmap 6. Stickers 7. Emoji reactions Are you ready to switch to online ESL teaching? Take a TEFL course to stand out! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In this blog post,...  [Read more]

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Top 3 Tools For Creating Interactive EFL Activities The online mode of teaching has become a primary one in the COVID-19 era. For many teachers, remote work is not easy especially due to a different approach to creating materials. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Google Slides 2. LearningApps 3. WordWall Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Listen to this blog post: If you still struggle with games and activities for your activate phase of the lesson, take a look at the following three tools that can help you to versatile your Zoom classes and make your students super happy! 1. Google Slides Yes, it's...  [Read more]

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 Francesca Marchi TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Top 10 ESL Activities for Older English Learners From my experience, when you deal with older ESL learners, you have to take into account the fact that they do not want to look bad while practicing their English skills. Actually, activities and exercises should make them feel at ease and confident in their learning, as well as satisfied with the goals achieved so far. It goes without saying that the teaching techniques that include a direct confrontation between an adult student and the teacher or a classmate as a judge of their performance should be avoided so as not to make them feel uncomfortable. Here are a few ideas for you to try. Table of Contents 1) Personal Questions and Answers 2)...  [Read more]

Sat, 18 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 6 Great Blackboard Games for Your Online Lesson Online teaching has experienced a huge boom in recent months and many teachers have to teach online. The 6 ideas below will help you with engaging your students and grabbing their attention through the computer screen. These activities can be used as icebreakers and transitions between other tasks to cheer the learners up. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Three of a Kind 2. Word Picture Puzzles 3. Initial Puzzles 4. Rebus Puzzles 5. Trivia 6. Hink Pinks 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! Listen to this blog post: 1. Three of a Kind For this activity, you need to...  [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 Motivate High School Students in the ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you teaching high schoolers and aren't seeing high participation rates? Here are some of the best ways how to motivate high school students in the ESL classroom. In-class and online TEFL/TESOL courses: What’s the Difference? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information There are three different ways to earn a TEFL/TESOL certificate. The benefits of each course depend on the needs of the trainee, but each option has something to...  [Read more]

5 Fun ESL Activities for Interactive Online Lessons   Online ESL Activities: Are you an online English teacher? Do you want your students to enjoy and have fun? Then, this live stream is for you! Our TEFL/TESOL expert, Liza, will share five interactive activities that you will be able to use at your next class. Great news that these games will suit any age group and level. Don't miss! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline 00:00-00:48 Mic was off 00:48-01:00 Intro 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 &...  [Read more]

Top Tips for Teaching English During the Holidays   Attention all English teachers! Are you looking for ways to keep your students engaged and motivated during the holiday season? Join us for a live session on "Top Tips for Teaching English During the Holidays." In this session, you will learn practical strategies for maintaining a positive and productive learning environment, as well as fun and creative activities to keep your students engaged and excited about learning. Don't miss out on this opportunity to boost your teaching skills and make the most of the holiday season with your students. #BestTEFL #TEFLcourse #TeachEnglish 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:...  [Read more]

Ways to Keep ESL Students Engaged After the Lesson   Do you want your new students to come back again? Do you want students to do homework? Are you looking for fun activities for your online classes? In this live stream, we will look at how to engage and motivate English learners outside the classroom at 100%. #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]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories English for Young Learners in Turkey: ✅ Problems and Solutions Anastasiya Akpinar TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Turkey is an exciting destination to work as an English language teacher. ✅ If your dream is to live and work abroad in Turkey, these tips will help you understand your local students that much better! Teaching Online: ✅ Tips For Giving Video Homework Anastasiya Akpinar Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Try video homework in your online lessons to make them more fun and exciting! 5 Steps to Work on Your ESL Teaching Career Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their personal experience of ESL teaching career development. ✅ You will...  [Read more]

Older Posts 5 Steps to Work on Your ESL Teaching Career Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their personal experience of ESL teaching career development. ✅ You will learn about five ways how to become a better ESL teacher and enhance your career. 5 Benefits of Sharing a 17sq-meter Apartment in Tokyo on the JET Program Maddy Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences If you're heading to Japan on the JET Program, be prepared for the fact that you could potentially be living in a very small space! But don't fear, there are so many benefits to living in a small space and honestly, you get used to it very quickly. It's just all part of living in the biggest city in the world! 5 Steps to...  [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 How to Build Strong Reading Skills from Early Childhood | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching reading skills. ✅ Is it the parents' responsibility or depends on children? Learn more here. How to Teach EFL Kindergarten | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and experience on teaching EFL kindergarten...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers How to Make a Classroom More Interactive Kavinna Batra Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you a teacher and are looking for ways to make your classroom more interactive? ✅ This blog post will go through a couple of creative and easy ways you can do just that! 6 Tips on How to Learn English Quickly Kavinna Batra Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English is a fun language to learn; ✅ however, it can even throw off the most professional learner with complex spelling rules and difficult grammar. Learning English quickly could seem difficult, even though it is considered to be accessible and reasonably easy for many to learn. I'm here to tell you that as long as you have the right plan, you can learn English quickly and easily. ...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 5 Creative Writing Activities for the ESL Classroom Laura Payne Teaching Ideas Writing is a large part of English language learning. This post looks at five different activities students can use to put their thoughts into writing. The 4 Most Common Learning Difficulties ESL Students Are Facing Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This article was written by a course graduate who shares the 4 most common learning difficulties ESL students are facing. Cultural Sensitivity in the Classroom – Focus on Teaching English To Non-Native Speakers Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This article was written by a course graduate who shares her thoughts on the importance of cultural sensitivity in the classroom...  [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 7 Amazing Back-to-School Ideas for Your ESL Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Schools are starting again and students and teachers flock back to the classroom. Check out these simple and powerful back-to-school ideas and your students will surely remember this first lesson of yours for a long time! 7 Go-To Activities For Your ESL Conversation Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas As an ESL teacher, getting your students talking can be one of the most difficult things to accomplish. English learners often lack the necessary...  [Read more]

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Use Videos in Online ESL Lessons Watching videos is an effective way to switch between different activities or time fill. Modern students are more likely to watch videos or look at images than to do worksheets or read. Videos are also excellent sources of audio-lingual information that develops listening and speaking skills. Table of Contents Goals and Exercises Why use video-listening activities? Student's Level Video Length Exercise Ideas What activities to prepare? Video Resources for Online ESL Lessons For younger students: Vocabulary lessons: For teenagers and adults: Are you ready to start your own teaching adventure? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Skills Required for Productive Classroom Management Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate considers the most important skills for productive classroom management. What Course Materials Are Appropriate for Various Types of Groups? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article contains information on teaching materials. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the problem. Reading as a Part of Language Acceptability Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on reading as a part of language acquisition. The Importance of Slang and The Way to Teach it to Young Learners Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to teach slang and why...  [Read more]

Where can I get free TEFL lesson plans? For educators in the TEFL field, having a structured lesson plan is a key to successful teaching. While some prefer crafting their own, others benefit from readily available online resources. Leveraging free online resources not only saves time but also offers insights into diverse teaching strategies. If you are looking for free TEFL lesson plans, there are numerous online platforms worth exploring. Here is a curated list of recommended sites where you can access these invaluable resources: Table of Contents Where can I get free TEFL lesson plans? UsingEnglish.com TEFL.NET The British Council Lanternfish ESL ThoughtCo BusyTeacher English Is a Piece of Cake The Internet TESL Journal iSLCollective Online English Expert Off2Class Where can I get free...  [Read more]

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 Juan Pedro Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Main Differences Between In-Class and Online Teaching I remember the first time I sat in front of a computer waiting for my online student to arrive. I had already been teaching in-class for about two years, but this was my debut in the unknown online waters. Table of Contents Student participation Types of activities you can do Equipment needed Controlling the use of the student's first language Monitoring student progress with the activities Wrapping up Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In the current world, online teaching has gained more popularity due to the pandemic. Yet, a few years ago, when I started with it,...  [Read more]

Coursebooks and materials - Resource Books Part 1   The next item that we're going to consider is the use of resource books. There are many different types of resource books available and within those books there tends to be a general pattern and typically the resource book pack will come in a three book series and typically that three book series will be in the form of the student book, a workbook and a teacher's resource book. So for example here are those three books for this particular series called ?Total English? and in the student book the type of information that we can gain from here is the actual background to the teaching points themselves plus some additional information in terms of short worksheets and so on and so forth and tape transcripts at the end for listening...  [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]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Navigating the Testing Maze: Understanding the Array of Assessments for ESL Learners Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Testing is required at various stages in a student course to assess the language proficiency of, English as a Second Language (ESL) learners. What are these tests and what do they cover and finally where do students usually take them. Exploring the Diverse Job Opportunities for TEFL/TESOL Certified Teachers Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas The two areas of ESL teaching which offer the most employment opportunities are private language schools and government operated schools. In this blog post we will outline these two situations and look at some of their more general...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers What You Need to Know about Teaching Adults and Youths Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article contains information on teaching adults and young students. The Principles of Creating Lesson Plans to Achieve Better Results Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article contains information on lesson planning for effective teaching. Why Do You Need to Use Songs in Your Classroom? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to usage of songs in the classroom. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts. Classroom Activities for Various Groups of Students Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article contains information on activities for different groups of students. 6 Exciting Online Classroom...  [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 Classroom Activities for Various Groups of Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article contains information on activities for different groups of students. 6 Exciting Online Classroom Activities | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their ideas of games for ESL teaching online. How Punishment Influences Student Motivation | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post overviews the problem of punishment and contains...  [Read more]

The ESA Methodology of Teaching - The Activate Phase   And so on to the final phase of the ESA lesson, which is called the activate phase. What we have done so far, if you remember, is to engage the students, to get them talking and thinking in English, where possible we've elicited the teaching point from the students and covered any gaps in knowledge to make sure that the teaching point has been fully covered and then we've checked understanding of that teaching point by asking targeted and specific questions. Usually the types of activities that we've done for the study phase will involve using a single word in order to answer those questions correctly this, however, is not how language is actually used. When we use language, we always use it in some form of context. So the...  [Read more]

Where can I get free TEFL lesson plans? Having a meticulously constructed lesson plan is an essential tool for any educator. It provides a roadmap, without which the trajectory of a lesson can go astray rapidly. Although as you amass experience, you may find that you don't need to invest as much time in detailed planning, in the early days of your teaching career, a robust plan can make the difference between a smooth, successful class and a chaotic one. A comprehensive lesson plan enables you to articulate your learning objectives, organize your time efficiently, prepare the required materials and equipment, and anticipate potential issues along with their solutions. A well-prepared plan serves as your guide, ensuring you navigate each phase of the lesson without undue stress or wasted...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Ways a TEFL Instructor Influences Their Learners Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This blog post is written by our TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on some ways a TEFL teacher can influence students' in a second language learning. Rapport Building for The Most Enjoyable EFL Experience Federico Riva Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find information on appropriate rapport building strategies to get your students to enjoy ESL classes. Top Tips for Reducing Teacher Talking Time Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teacher talking time. Our TEFL graduate shares several ideas on how to reduce it and why it is necessary. How to Make Lessons Fun For Children Learning 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 TEFL Certification and Its Benefits for an Alumna’s Career | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the problem of TEFL certification and its advantages for the career. The Importance of Slang and The Way to Teach it to Young Learners | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to teach slang and why is it important for EFL students? Our TEFL certified alumna shares their thoughts and experience. What is The Role of Motivation in...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained How to Make a Living Teaching ESL Online Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we will look at three of the most common ways that ESL teachers can work and earn a living online. These three methods are: Working for a company, working on a profile marketplace and finally freelancing. We will conclude with some general pros and cons for teaching English online. 5 Tips for Effective Online ESL Teaching Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover 5 invaluable tips for ESL teachers to excel in online teaching! Master the platform, plan classes carefully, understand students' needs, participate actively, and seek feedback. Elevate your online teaching game! How...  [Read more]