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Strategies for celebrating success in an ESL classroom
Sarah Jennings
Teaching Ideas
By Kyle CullinanTable of Contents
The journey of learning English as a second language is enriched by dedicated TEFL/TESOL qualified teachers who bring expertise and passion to their classrooms. These educators play a pivotal role in nurturing language proficiency while fostering a supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Recognising student achievements goes beyond mere acknowledgmentâit's about celebrating the milestones that reflect their academic progress, leadership qualities, artistic talents, community contributions, and personal growth. Through recognition ceremonies, personalised awards, and engaging showcases, we not only bolster student confidence but also inspire others to strive for... [Read more]
Adjectives for Describing People in English - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Having the ability to describe people’s appearance and personality using adjectives is an important part of learning English. Below we look at a range of descriptive words with example sentences.
In everyday life, English speakers use adjectives to describe people’s appearance and/or personality in many different situations. When presenting a lesson to your students on this topic you will need to cover a wide range of words for them to learn and practice using activities such as role playing. The list of adjectives above and the example sentences below should give you some ideas when planning your lessons.
Examples for using adjectives to describe people:
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Halloween Facts Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a worksheet to learn facts about Halloween. It is a reading task and there also are some activities to check the pupils' reading comprehension. The students also can learn about the origins of Halloween and how the Ancient Celtics used to celebrate it.
Here are the exercises for after the reading:
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Celebrating Your Successes - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Embracing Achievements Along Your Journey
Recognizing the Impact of Your Work
Cultivating a Supportive Community
Overcoming Challenges with Resilience
Setting New Goals for Continued Growth
Reflecting on Transformative Experiences
Sharing Your Knowledge and Expertise
Finding Inspiration in Your Students
Nurturing a Passion for Teaching
Embracing the Rewards of Your Efforts
As a TEFL or TESOL teacher, it's essential to celebrate the milestones you reach along your professional path. Whether it's completing a certification program or successfully adapting to a new teaching environment, acknowledging your achievements can boost your confidence and motivation. By recognizing how far you've come, you can stay inspired to continue growing and evolving in your career. ITTT... [Read more]
16 Young Words for Old People - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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These 16 slang words are the perfect addition to your English vocabulary! Sound just like an English native speaker.
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Can over 50s teach English abroad? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Absolutely, age shouldn't be a barrier to pursuing a career in teaching English abroad, even if you are over 50. While many TEFL opportunities target younger demographics, individuals over 50 often bring a wealth of life experience and maturity to the classroom. These attributes can be invaluable in the teaching profession. Not only does teaching abroad offer a chance to explore new cultures and environments, but it also provides an avenue to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students. So, if you are in your 50s or beyond and yearn for adventure combined with purpose, teaching English abroad might be the perfect next chapter.Table of Contents
Can people over 50 really teach English abroad?
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Chiapas Celta Vigo fan community Building connections through football - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Football has a unique ability to bring people together, transcending borders and cultures to create a sense of unity and camaraderie. For the Chiapas Celta Vigo fan community, this beautiful game serves as a common language that unites individuals from diverse backgrounds, forging strong connections and friendships. Through their shared passion for the sport, members of this community come together to celebrate victories, support each other through defeats, and ultimately build lasting relationships that extend beyond the football pitch.
The foundation of the Chiapas Celta Vigo fan community lies in their shared passion for football and unwavering support for their beloved team. Whether gathering at local pubs to watch matches, attending games together, or engaging in spirited debates... [Read more]
Celebrating Student Achievements - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Recognizing Progress and Effort
Creating a Positive Learning Environment
Encouraging Peer Support and Collaboration
Tailoring Feedback to Individual Needs
Incorporating Interactive Learning Activities
Fostering a Growth Mindset
Cultivating Cultural Awareness
Promoting Language Immersion Experiences
Providing Opportunities for Public Speaking
Empowering Students to Become Global Citizens
Celebrating student achievements goes beyond just acknowledging the end result. It involves recognizing the progress and effort that students put into their learning journey. By highlighting the incremental improvements and hard work of each student, teachers can motivate them to continue striving for success. ITTT, as a leading TEFL and TESOL provider worldwide, emphasizes the... [Read more]
Celebrating Diversity and Cultural Awareness - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Embracing Cultural Differences
Importance of Cultural Sensitivity
Enhancing Communication Skills
Building Empathy and Understanding
Fostering Inclusive Learning Environments
Promoting Global Citizenship
Overcoming Language Barriers
Adapting Teaching Strategies
Incorporating Cultural Activities
Impact on Personal Growth
Teaching English abroad offers a unique opportunity to embrace cultural differences. By immersing oneself in a new culture, educators can gain a deeper understanding of diverse perspectives and traditions. ITTT, as a leading TEFL and TESOL provider, emphasizes the importance of cultural awareness in language teaching. Teaching English abroad offers a unique opportunity to embrace cultural differences. By immersing oneself in a new culture, educators... [Read more]
Listening Activity: Halloween Explain - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a cloze test about the history of Halloween and in the text, you can find out the origin of Halloween, its traditions, and symbols more representative. The test consists in a video that pupils have to watch (the link is included in the text) and then they have to fill in the gaps in the text, and finally, they have to answer some questions about the video they have just watched.
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Printable Halloween Party Word Find Activity Sheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Bring Halloween into your classroom with this fun printable Halloween party word find activity sheet. Practice spooky vocabulary with your students for the ultimate Halloween lesson!
This fun printable Halloween party word find activity sheet is ideal for any ESL and EFL classroom. The students can work on this worksheet either at home or in the classroom. You can have them work on it individually or do it as a fun activity for the whole class!
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Celebrating Successes Together - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Making a Difference in Students' Lives
Building Cultural Understanding Through Language
The Impact of Quality TEFL and TESOL Courses
Nurturing Confidence in English Language Learners
Creating Engaging and Effective Lesson Plans
Fostering a Supportive Learning Environment
Embracing Diversity in the Classroom
Professional Development Opportunities in ESL Teaching
Promoting Global Communication Skills
Joining a Global Community of Educators
Teaching English abroad offers a unique opportunity to make a profound impact on students' lives. By equipping them with essential language skills, teachers help open doors to better education, employment, and overall opportunities. ITTT, as a leading provider of TEFL and TESOL courses, empowers educators to be catalysts for... [Read more]
Celebrating Festivals and Traditions - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Embracing Cultural Diversity
The Significance of Festivals
Teaching Cultural Awareness Through Festivals
Incorporating Festivals into ESL Lessons
Engaging Students Through Interactive Activities
Promoting Language Skills Development
Fostering Empathy and Understanding
Creating a Sense of Community
Overcoming Challenges and Misconceptions
The Impact of Celebrating Festivals Abroad
Teaching English abroad provides a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in diverse cultures. By celebrating festivals and traditions, educators can gain a deeper understanding of the local customs and beliefs. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) emphasizes the importance of embracing cultural diversity to enhance the teaching experience and promote cross-cultural communication.... [Read more]
Celebrating Your Renewal Achievement - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Recognizing Your Accomplishment
Benefits of Renewing Your Certification
Expanding Your Career Opportunities
Enhancing Your Teaching Skills
Connecting with a Global Community
Accessing Advanced Teaching Resources
Continuing Professional Development
Renewal Process Simplified
Maintaining Quality Standards
Celebrating Your Commitment to Excellence
Renewing your TEFL or TESOL certification is a significant achievement that reflects your dedication to professional development and excellence in teaching English as a foreign language. By choosing to renew your certification, you are demonstrating your commitment to continuous improvement and growth in your teaching career. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) applauds your decision to invest in your skills and... [Read more]
Guess Who Describing People - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun physical description interactive activity to practice how to describe people in English.
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I have Who Has Halloween - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a fun "I have Who Has" English Game with Halloween vocabulary for your EFL students.
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Halloween Unscramble The Words - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun worksheet to practice Halloween vocabulary with your EFL students.
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Halloween Vocabulary Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun worksheet with Halloween vocabulary for your EFL students.
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Two trainees on Halloween - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Our two trainees Kristy and Esther are getting ready for the Halloween event at our training center in Chiapas, Mexico. They have organized a seasonal English event for the local ESL children with educational games and are ready for the fun.
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Celebrating Cultural Festivals in TESOL Classes - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Incorporating Cultural Festivals in TESOL Curriculum
Enhancing Cultural Awareness Through Festivals
Interactive Activities for Cultural Festivals
Importance of Celebrating Festivals in ESL Teaching
Adapting Festivals for Different Age Groups
Using Technology to Explore Cultural Festivals
Promoting Inclusivity Through Festivals in TESOL
Benefits of Multicultural Festivals in Language Learning
Collaborating with Local Communities for Festivals
Conclusion: Embracing Diversity in TESOL Education
Integrating cultural festivals into the TESOL curriculum can provide students with a deeper understanding of the target language and its cultural context. By exploring festivals from English-speaking countries, students can enhance their language skills while gaining insight... [Read more]
Celebrating Cultural Festivals and Traditions - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Embracing Diversity through Cultural Festivals
The Significance of Cultural Traditions
Teaching English Abroad: A Cultural Exchange
Incorporating Festivals into ESL Teaching
Promoting Intercultural Understanding in the Classroom
Engaging Students through Cultural Festivities
Benefits of Experiencing Local Traditions
Enhancing Language Skills through Cultural Immersion
Creating Memorable Teaching Moments with Festivals
Impact of Cultural Festivals on ESL Learning
Cultural festivals offer a unique opportunity for individuals to celebrate diversity and immerse themselves in different traditions. By participating in these festivals, individuals can gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for various cultures around the world. ITTT recognizes the importance of... [Read more]
Celebrating Cultural Differences in the Classroom - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Embracing Diversity in the Classroom
Creating an Inclusive Learning Environment
Incorporating Multicultural Activities
Promoting Cultural Exchange Programs
Addressing Language Barriers Effectively
Understanding Cultural Sensitivity in Teaching
Fostering Respect for Different Perspectives
Encouraging Intercultural Communication Skills
Supporting Students from Diverse Backgrounds
Impact of Cultural Understanding on Education
Embracing diversity in the classroom is essential for creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students. By acknowledging and celebrating the cultural differences present among students, teachers can foster a sense of belonging and acceptance. ITTT, as a leading TEFL and TESOL provider, emphasizes the importance of embracing... [Read more]
Do people fail TEFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
While the majority of dedicated students successfully complete their TEFL courses, it is important to understand that these courses demand a significant time commitment. If all elements of the course aren't completed within the specified timeframe, there is a risk of not passing. That said, with proper planning and dedication to becoming an EFL teacher, most individuals can achieve success in their TEFL journey. Table of Contents
How does ITTT keep its TEFL course pass rate so high?
What are the advantages of an in-person TEFL course?
How difficult is the in-person TEFL course?
What are the advantages of taking an online TEFL course?
We are very proud of our course pass rate of over 90%.
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EFL Halloween Word Match - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a fun EFL worksheet to match words related to Halloween.
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Haunted House Halloween Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun ESL Halloween worksheet. Students have to read the story and label the haunted house.
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Guess Who Halloween Activity Sheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Read the clues and guess the spooky characters from this Halloween activity sheet! Either print it off and use it as a worksheet or read the clues as a time-filler activity.
1. I have four of something.
2. I can jump and leap.
3. It is said that I have 9 lives.
4. I have whisters on my face.
Answer: I am a cat.
1. You can buy me or grow me.
2. You can put a candle in me to light me up.
3. Sometimes I can look scary.
4. I am orange and round.
Answer: I am a pumpkin.
1. I have sharp teeth.
2. I like to drink a red liquid.
3. I can turn into a flying animal.
4. I sleep inside a coffin.
Answer: I am a vampire.
1. I have a pet.
2. I can turn you into a toad.
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Teaching Job: How Do People See it? - TEFL Blog
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Alumni Experiences
Most would simply say that a teacher is that person standing in front of a classroom "teaching", and they wouldn't be wrong. If a little more thought is actually given to the question, people would begin to understand that a teacher is much more than someone reading out of a book or simply following a syllabus, flipping through the pages just to get from cover to cover. The role of a teacher as it has always been being something often overlooked and taken for granted.Table of Contents
Importance for Society
Knowledge Transfer
Teacher's Experience
Teaching Skills
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Halloween Word Search - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here is a fun word search to drill Halloween vocabulary in your ESL classroom.
Halloween is a fun holiday to introduce to your ESL classroom. A great way to do this is by using word searches just like this one! Print it out and hand it to your students for some Halloween fun.
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Halloween Picture Description - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a fun picture description exercise for Halloween. The students have to look at the picture and read the statements. They have to write true (T), false (F) or we don't know (?).
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Halloween Would You Rather - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun speaking activity where students discuss which of these spooky things they would rather do. Choose carefully.
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