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Archives for June 2023 A Comprehensive Lesson Plan for Intermediate ESL Students in a 1-Hour Class Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Enhance your ESL speaking skills with this comprehensive lesson plan! Designed for intermediate learners, discover engaging activities and targeted language practice to boost fluency and confidence. Level up your communication abilities today! Mastering the Art of Teaching English: Essential Qualities for Success Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the vital qualities that empower English teachers to excel. From cultural awareness to adaptable teaching methods, learn how to create an engaging and impactful learning experience for non-native English speakers. Unleash your...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Teaching Ideas All You Need to Know When Teaching Multi-Level ESL Classes While you learn about teaching multi-level classrooms when you take a TESOL or TEFL certification course, the reality often looks a little different. It's true that multi-level ESL classrooms have many benefits for English learners. For example, they have the chance to communicate with each other and learn how to use English through practice and negotiating meaning. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Assessing Student Needs Lesson Planning Grouping Your Students Using Projects or Themes Creating a Variety of Materials Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! For the...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 7 Easy Ways to Make Money Online as an English Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Budget and Salary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by an ITTT TEFL expert who shares 7 ideas on how to make money online as an English teacher. Online EFL market is boosting this year due to the global quarantine, thus, there are new ways to implement your skills and get profit sharing your personal EFL teaching experience. 3 Apps for Digital ESL Lesson Plans Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares 3 useful digital apps for ESL lesson plans. You will learn about Evernotes, Trello, and Notion, a 2020 favorite planning app. Create your own system...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Main Principles of Teaching New Vocabulary Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find out how to work on building students' vocabulary and create lesson plans around this teaching point. 5 More Activities to Play in Your Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their favorite games to play with students in the classroom. Why and How Should We Learn Teaching Skills? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on teaching skills and the ways to learn them. Simple and Effective Ways to Teach English Vocabulary Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to the most effective ways to teach English vocabulary. 5...  [Read more]

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences Key Functions and Principles of Lesson Planning Lesson planning is an indispensable part of successful lessons. Generally speaking, lesson plans have various functions that are conducive to the classes. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: The function of a lesson plan Lesson planning principles What should a lesson plan include? The ESA method Are you planning to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Juan W. Listen to this blog post: The function of a lesson plan First and most importantly, lesson plans can help teachers think and deliver classes logically through different stages of the classes. It can...  [Read more]

Older Posts Lesson Planning and Collaboration: The Strengths of ESA Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the power of ESA model in language teaching! Engage, Study, Activate - fostering collaboration and proficiency in class. How Will My Personal Teaching Experiences as a Russian Teacher Help Me as an English Teacher? Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas From building rapport to handling mistakes, discover how my Russian teaching experiences will shape my journey as an English teacher. Valuable lessons await! 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...  [Read more]

Mon, 19 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas My Plans as an EFL/ESL Teacher When I envision myself in a classroom full of new English learners, I see myself striving to encourage and motivate students through positive student-to-student and student-to-teacher relationships. One of the key components of successfully learning a new topic is to enjoy it and to see a purpose in doing so. Creating a safe and welcoming environment is one of the most important things a teacher can do to ensure student learning by building confidence in every individual. Table of Contents Personal Language Learning Experience Lesson Plan Understanding Students' Needs Favorite Classes Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Wed, 01 May 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How I Constructed My First ESL Lesson Plan When I had to design my first lesson plan I wanted it to be as coherent as possible as the purpose of every lesson plan is to guide the teacher in organizing her material and herself for the purpose of helping the students to attain the intended learning outcomes. When planning lessons, we need to think carefully about what stages a lesson will go through and how we will get from one stage to another. In this plan I stuck to the ESA (Engage, Study, Activate) Method that I learned about during my TEFL certification course. Table of Contents The Engage Stage of the Lesson The Study Stage of the Lesson The Activate Stage of the Lesson Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related...  [Read more]

Tue, 12 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Being Flexible in your Teaching Methods When it comes to teaching a lot of teachers are set in their ways, especially if this has been their career for a while, but over the years we have learned that teachers need to be flexible with their methods because there is a wide range of learning abilities in every classroom. Each child has their own learning styles and the way we approach a lesson should be tailored too, hopefully, to meet the needs of every child in the room. Table of Contents Planning for better learning experiences Before planning Adaptability Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alexandra M. Please note that this blog...  [Read more]

Older Posts A Comprehensive Lesson Plan for Intermediate ESL Students in a 1-Hour Class Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Enhance your ESL speaking skills with this comprehensive lesson plan! Designed for intermediate learners, discover engaging activities and targeted language practice to boost fluency and confidence. Level up your communication abilities today! Mastering the Art of Teaching English: Essential Qualities for Success Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Discover the vital qualities that empower English teachers to excel. From cultural awareness to adaptable teaching methods, learn how to create an engaging and impactful learning experience for non-native English speakers. Unleash your teaching...  [Read more]

Cheap TEFL Program Check out tefl tesol about Cheap TEFL Program 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 V.B. - U.S.A. said: Multiple IntelligencesOver twenty years ago, teachers only know of one type of intelligence and spent time developing that intelligence in their classroom. However, there are other intelligences that also should be nurtured and evaluated. According to Howard Gardner, there are eight intelligences total: verbal/linguistic, logical/mathematical, visual/spatial, bodily/kinesthetic, musical/rhythmic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, naturalistic, and existential...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Top Tips For Teaching Business English Abroad In Japan Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to business English teaching. Our graduate shares their experience of teaching business people in Japan. How to Solve Common Problems for English Learners in Vietnam Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on common problems for learners in Vietnam. The Story of Becoming an ESL Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their story of becoming an English teacher. Outdoor Activities for Better Language Acquisition Process Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles The Journey of Completing a TEFL Course | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Discover the transformative power of completing a TEFL course. Journey through motivations, inspirations, and the path to a rewarding teaching career abroad. Enhancing Listening Skills: Key Considerations for Adult ESL Classes | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we look at the process of human listening and cover a five stage process of receiving and processing auditory information. For each of these factors we then look at the implications for the planning of our ESL listening lessons and associated activities. The Benefits of Music in Learning | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva...  [Read more]

Archives for July 2023 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! 3 EFL Teaching Methods You...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Student and Teacher Responsibilities to Minimize Stress in the Classroom It is likely that at some point in every person's life they have experienced one, if not several, stressful classroom situations. Be it as a child, teenager, or adult, regardless of student or teacher, classroom dynamics, and the number of unpredictable situations that can occur can induce stress for all parties. Children, teenagers, and adults all experience different kinds of stress and while learning a new language there is a whole other dimension of unknown grammatical challenges and unrecognizable vocabulary to add to the energy, creating tension confusion. Is it possible for a teacher to create a stress-free learning environment? What can the students...  [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 Would You Rather Teach One-to-One or a Group? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching ESL one-to-one or a group. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. A Patchwork Example Lesson Plan For Teaching Productive and Receptive Skills | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their example patchwork lesson...  [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 Reading in English for Children With Learning Difficulties | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to help students to start reading in English. Coursebook Review | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate considers one of the most popular programs for ESL teachers. A Sample ESA Lesson Plan | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Our TEFL graduate shares an interesting example of a lesson plan of ESA...  [Read more]

Thu, 23 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Preparing a Plan is Compulsory for New Teachers Lesson planning is one of the most important elements of successful teaching in the ESL (English as Second Language) classroom and every TEFL (Teaching English as Foreign Language) lesson needs a plan, particularly so in the case of the less experienced teacher starting their career in a foreign country. The often-cited argument that over planning can create a less fluent atmosphere in the classroom does hold some truth but just as the artist is tutored not to attempt abstract art until first mastering the art of realism, the teacher likewise is best placed not to address a class unprepared until first mastering the art of pre-planning. Table of Contents What does your success...  [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]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories What is Grammar in English - Everything EFL Teachers Need to Know Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Discover the importance of grammar in English language communication. Learn about parts of speech, tenses, modal auxiliary verbs, and effective teaching methodologies. Enhance your language skills and become a confident communicator. The Journey of Completing a TEFL Course Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Discover the transformative power of completing a TEFL course. Journey through motivations, inspirations, and the path to a rewarding teaching career abroad. Enhancing Listening Skills: Key Considerations for Adult ESL Classes Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained The Benefits of Open-Note Tests Mudita Yajnik TEFL Information Teaching Ideas What’s the best way to find out what your students know? Or, how much they’ve been paying attention, or what you need to revisit? Theories, Methods & Techniques of Teaching - ESA Methodology Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas ESA is a three-stage methodology where each of the letters represents a particular phase of the lesson. The first one being called the Engage phase, the second the Study phase and the final one the Activate phase. Theories, Methods & Techniques of Teaching - Suggestopedia Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Developments in the study of Psychology starting from the 1950's led to new theories of...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The ESA Methodology of Teaching - Sample Straight Arrow ESA Lesson Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, we will look at an actual example of an ESA straight arrow lesson plan. We will include examples of the activities used and their purpose. You can adapt this plan to a variety of other uses and levels. Different Types of ESA Lessons Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas We explained in the previous ESA blog how Harmer had realized that the ESA format would become predictable if that was the only type of lesson. Here we explore the other two types of format he suggested, what they involve and who they are generally for. The Benefits of Open-Note Tests Mudita Yajnik TEFL...  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The all-you-need to you know guide to Lesson Planning Lesson planning is vital to ensure a smooth lesson. If you are new to teaching English as a foreign language, lesson planning might seem daunting at first. However, after reading through this comprehensive guide, you should already feel a lot more confident! Table of Contents 1. What is a lesson plan? 2. Why is a lesson plan so important? 3.The Principles of Lesson Planning 4. The Components of a Lesson Plan 5. Identifying and Selecting Aims /Objectives 6. Steps for Writing a Lesson Plan-2W3P Teaching Procedure. Are you ready to teach English Abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Betty S. 1. What is a lesson...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Different Challenges Between Teaching One-to-One Versus Teaching a Group Teaching in the field of ESL learning is a task that has plenty of challenges that can arise in the classroom. Whether students are young learners or adults, learning English as a second language requires a lot of time and dedication in and outside of the classroom. Teachers must put a lot of patience, care, and effort into their lessons for the sake of their students' success. They can find themselves teaching various types of classroom environments such as class sizes that are big or small, online or in-person, or multilingual or monolingual environments. These can affect the way a teacher chooses to run their class lessons. One of the biggest influences...  [Read more]

Program TEFL Online Check out tefl tesol about Program TEFL Online 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 F.C. - Canada said: Songs in the ClassroomUsing songs in the EFL classroom is a great way to help establish a relaxed and fun environment, as well as engage in culture. Music and group singing in particular, are an innate part of society -- people are known to sing at parties, events, religious services, school, in the car, or while taking a shower. Although some students may be reluctant at first, if the teacher is enthusiastic about it, usually the class will soon follow...  [Read more]

Thu, 04 Oct 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 7 Great Resources for Teaching Business English Business students are most likely already familiar with using computers and particularly the Internet for learning English. The Internet can provide a teacher with an enormous array of teaching resources from non-authentic and authentic materials to lesson plans and ideas. Here are 7 great resources for teaching business English at no cost to the teacher! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: BusinessEnglishSite.com Busy Teacher AnnualReports Infoplease VOA Learning English BBC Learning English UsingEnglish.com Are you ready to start your adventure and teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by...  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Interactive Whiteboard in a Young Learner's ESL Class Interactive whiteboards have been around since the turn of the millennium. They have been implemented and studied in multiple ESL classrooms, primary schools, and language centers in order to find the best practices. The American Council of the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) acknowledges the importance of using technology, such as the interactive whiteboard, to support and enhance classroom-based instructions (Segni & Davidson, 2019). In order for the interactive whiteboard to be used effectively to take advantage of learning opportunities and support children's learning, it is important to use it skillfully in education. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: What...  [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]

Thu, 11 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Adapting to the Differences Between Group Teaching and One-to-One Teaching Lesson planning for an individual ESL student can be successfully adapted from lesson planning for a group once the teacher recognizes the differences and similarities between teaching a group and teaching an individual in a one-to-one setting. My first teaching experience was volunteering to teach a multilingual, adult class. After the class ended, Yordanka, one of the students, approached me for private help with her English conversation skills. I kept the following concerns in mind when conducting one-to-one sessions with Yordanka. These concerns address seven issues: student needs, student talk versus teacher talk time, trust between teacher and student,...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 May 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What It’s Like Teaching Kindergarten in Thailand - My Personal Story Having spent more than 20 years as a marketing consultant, I decided to change career, to become an English language teacher. Hence, I took up the 120-hour TEFL course with ITTT, along with a specialised course in teaching young learners and another one in teaching business English. Even before I finished my TEFL course, I was offered a teaching job with a private school in Bangkok, Thailand. I have since been teaching kindergarten kids for about 8 months. Table of Contents My Typical School Day Planning and Preparation Lessons I Have Learned Since Starting My New Job My Plans for the Future Do you want to teach English in Thailand? Related Articles:...  [Read more]