Reasons To Love Teaching

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Praising Students: Is it Necessary for ESL Settings? I am a teacher in a training center for young learners in China, Beijing. Our school has a praise system, to be more precise our school has its own money that students can use to buy some toys from our school's shop. To get this money students should listen to the teacher, do their homework, and pass the tests. The teachers can give them money even for each lesson if they want. And it is really useful to maintain discipline in the classroom. It's the first reason why we should praise the students. The second reason is that if you praise the students it increases their self-esteem and they are more likely to enjoy their course and be motivated during it. Table of Contents Speaking...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Top 10 Reasons I Love My Mom - Mother's Day Worksheet This is a fun activity to do with your students for Mother's Day. Have them think of 10 reasons why they love their mom.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL Certificate with ITTT.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Tue, 12 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A Teacher’s Personality in the Center of Classroom Attention "Teachers have three loves: Love of learning, Love of learners and love of bringing the first love two loves together" Scott Hayden Table of Contents Students are most affected by the quality of their teachers. First of all, a good teacher should be kind and patient. To me, a great teacher should also care about their students. Apart from that, kids mess about when they are bored. And last but not least, a good teacher can motivate learners to study better. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Students are most affected by the quality of their teachers. Not only do they interact with their teachers every day in the classroom but the...  [Read more]

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences 3 Awesome Reasons to Become an EFL Teacher Abroad A teacher, in general, has the direct opportunity to make a difference and to change the future. As a teacher, you will expect every one of your students to want to learn and more importantly to understand. You want your students to fight over the seats in the front row as if they were attending a concert, not elementary school. You want to make your students wonder, make them question, make them think critically, make them write and of course to make them read. Table of Contents Reason 1: You'll see amazing new things! Reason 2: You'll increase your adaptability! Reason 3: You'll broaden your personal horizons! Are you ready to take your TEFL course? Related Articles: Listen to this...  [Read more]

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Challenges of Teaching EFL to Kindergarten Level Students This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Susan W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents 1. Self-introduction 2. Reasons for practicing as an EFL Teacher 3. Ways in which EFL will guide me achieve my goals 4. Games and activities in the classroom 5. Planning my New Lesson Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: 1. Self-introduction I am Susan and I'm 40 years female from Kenya and I have graduated with a bachelor's degree in Art in Education. I have been teaching young learners in Kenya for two years and I was invited to teach English in southern...  [Read more]

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Teaching Ideas The 5 Most Common Types of EFL Students and How to Deal with Them So you have got your TEFL certificate in hand and are about to set foot into your very own classroom abroad. You have planned your lessons, created your teaching materials and marked the right pages in your textbook. There's only one more thing to consider: challenging students! Here are the 5 common types of EFL students and how to deal with them in the classroom. Table of Contents 1. The Dominator 2. The Class Clown 3. The Silent Student 4. The Translator 5. The Arguer Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: 1. The Dominator Every teacher loves students who are eager to learn and enthusiastic about your lesson....  [Read more]

Fri, 25 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Most Important Reasons to Take a TEFL Course To start with, TEFL is an abbreviation for Teaching English as a Foreign Language to speakers of other languages. This means this was a requirement to teach at a school, and teaching itself is fun and I could learn something new which were the reasons why I chose to study the TEFL. Table of Contents Qualifications Teacher's Creativity Development Research Opportunities Self-Development Future Plans Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joshna C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Qualifications Firstly, the major requirements...  [Read more]

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 Ulysses Brown Destinations 5 Reasons Why I Went to Teach English in China China is a popular market for teaching English as a foreign language. That's why I also took the leap and moved to China to teach. Here are 5 of the main reasons why I went to teach English in China. Table of Contents 1. High market value language 2. Itchy feet 3. Work Experience 4. Heartbreak 5. A newfound vocational passion Are you ready to head to China to teach English? Related Articles: 1. High market value language I studied at a university with an enormous international student body. Many of these students became good friends of mine, Romanians in particular. Most of the people with whom I associated were friendly enough, and those that weren't found their way outside of my personal...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Ways to Help Students Keep Calm in an ESL Classroom Learning English may be stressful for students and adults, as well. The reasons may be different. Table of Contents What is the solution? How to help students to overcome their stress in learning English?. Motivation and punctuation. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: In this essay, I will try to examine the possible causes of why learning English can be stressful especially for young learners. I will try to propose some suggestions that in my opinion may work. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Maxim D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Probably, the lack of...  [Read more]

Why You Should Take a TEFL Course Right Now - Even If You Aren't Leaving Yet   Hi everybody, thanks so much for tuning in. It’s Linda here from ITTT with my morning coffee, because if you've watched me before in one of our live sessions you will know that I am in South Korea and it's currently 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning. So I'm having my morning coffee and I'm going to have a chat with you guys. If you can see me and hear me, please drop a hi or something into the comment box, I would really appreciate it. As you may or may not know, at ITTT we go live twice every week, me on Fridays or maybe Thursdays depending on where you're watching from, and my colleague Liza she goes live every Tuesday. Actually Liza went live on Tuesday and also on Saturday last week because she had a...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How English as a Mother Tongue influences Foreign Language Acquisition When I chose this topic, I asked myself what a foreign language is. Is it just a language spoken in another country that's not similar to one's own? Or does a language spoken in another city or district in one's country qualify as a foreign language? According to Wikipedia, a foreign language is originally from another country than the speaker. Table of Contents English as a Mother Tongue French Experience Exposure to Chinese Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nafuna M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of...  [Read more]

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Amazing Perks of Being a Volunteer Teacher Being a teacher is not like any other jobs. For example, if you are an engineer and you don't like your job, you can still manage to go to work but to be a teacher, you have to love what you do. It is just like being a mother of 20-30 children. You have to take care of them one by one. You have to be their psychologist, mentor, and idol at the same time. It's not something that you can do just for the money; at least if you're good at your job. That is why being a volunteer in teaching is an excellent way of making this planet better. There are a few reasons to be a volunteer teacher and this essay will mention some of them. Table of Contents All About Love Traveling New Connections...  [Read more]

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 Gianluca Costa Destinations Alumni Experiences The 11 Most Useful Apps to Travel to Hong Kong After traveling to a few cities in Asia, I think Hong Kong should be on top of everyone's travel bucket list. The city offers lots of attractions like museums, restaurants, and bars on a 100+ floor of skyscrapers, shopping venues, and even beaches. Going around Hong Kong can sometimes be a struggle, especially during pick hours. So, knowing in advance where to go, what is the right bus to take, or what is the best restaurant to eat in, will make your holiday much more comfortable. Table of Contents HKG My Flight Octopus MTR Mobile and KMB Take Taxi - HK Taxi Translator HK ImmD Openrice Wolipay Eatigo Klook Hong Kong Typology Water for free Get ready for Hong Kong; it is...  [Read more]

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How is Language Acquisition Influenced by Reading? I have read everything that has fallen into my hands ever since I can remember, and that goes for both my native tongue, Spanish, and my second language, English. I remember waiting in line and reading and re-reading a thousand times a sign on a window directly in front of me! Sometimes it can be maddening being this way, but in the long run, I firmly believe that my passion for reading has finally paid off! Table of Contents My Experience The Problem of Technology Experience Research Results Consequences of Reading ESL Teaching Some reasons to read are: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 Zainab Sadriwala Destinations Alumni Experiences What It's Like Teaching English in Karachi, Pakistan Karachi is a city of opportunities for the citizens of Pakistan and for the people abroad. Professionals from all around the country aspire to make their living in this cosmopolitan city which has so much to offer for those who are ambitious. Hence teaching being no different, Karachi offers a wide array of opportunities to the aspiring young generation to make their mark in this highly esteemed profession. Table of Contents Here are the top 6 reasons to teach English in Karachi, Pakistan. 1. Scarcity of quality English language teachers: 2. Learning for the new generation: 3. English is the backbone of all subjects: 4. Communication is key: 5. Pakistan needs more...  [Read more]

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Secret of Overcoming Stress in English Learning Learning English may be stressful for students and adults, as well. The reasons may be different. In this essay, I will try to examine the possible causes of why learning English can be stressful especially for young learners. I will try to propose some suggestions that in my opinion may work. Table of Contents Lack of Experience What is the solution? How to help students to overcome their stress in learning English? Motivation and punctuation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Maxim D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Lack...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Issues in English for Learners from China Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate tells about the common problems faced by Chinese students in English. Reasons to Obtain a TEFL Certificate Even if You Have Teaching Experience Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article is devoted to the problem of taking a TEFL course while being an experienced teacher. English in Early Childhood: Alumni Teaching Experience Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL Alumni share their experience of working with young children. Why The World Speaks English Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate contemplates the reasons why English has become global. The Necessity...  [Read more]

Older Posts 5 Reasons Why I Went to Teach English in China Ulysses Brown Destinations China is a popular market for teaching English as a foreign language. That's why I also took the leap and moved to China to teach. Here are 5 of the main reasons why I went to teach English in China. 15 TEFL Course Testimonials You Should Watch Before Taking a Course Federico Riva TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews 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! TEFL Alumni Interview with Ning Zhang Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Most Common Obstacles for Japanese Learners of English Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL alumna tells about the most challenging things faced by students from Japan. Why Should Teachers Self-Analyse Themselves? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to the problem of analyzing your own work as a teacher. Our TEFL alumna explains the principles and shares their useful ideas. 11 Steps to Teaching Confidence in the ESL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article was written by our TEFL alumna who shares their ideas on how to become a confident teacher in an ESL/EFL classroom. Personal Teaching Experience Shaping into an Adaptable Resilient Teacher Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A Lifetime Love for Language Learning As a young child, I was, for some reason, obsessed with the idea of learning French. I tried a couple of languages, including Finnish at some point, but kept going back to French. I have no idea why because I was never exposed to the culture or the language itself at that age. I doubt I even knew anything about the country itself. I think I assumed learning French would make me sound smarter but, the joke's on younger me, I have no skill in French and never have. I tend to struggle with romance languages in general. Table of Contents My Personal Second Language Experience My Choice Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Fri, 14 May 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Why You Should Take a TEFL Course Right Now - Even If You Aren't Leaving Yet Hi everybody, thanks so much for tuning in. It's Linda here from ITTT with my morning coffee, because if you've watched me before in one of our live sessions you will know that I am in South Korea and it's currently 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning. So I'm having my morning coffee and I'm going to have a chat with you guys. If you can see me and hear me, please drop a hi or something into the comment box, I would really appreciate it. Table of Contents Watch the live session here We have a question from Rebecca. Do these certifications ever expire? Anyway, why should you take a TEFL course right now, even if you are not leaving yet? Okay, why you should take a...  [Read more]

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Career Opportunities With a TEFL Certificate When you start to look around for ways to use your Teaching English as a Foreign Language certificate (TEFL) you begin to find out that there are numerous options available to teachers of English. For many people around the world, learning English as a second language has become necessary for advancement in their jobs, for education and travel as English is quickly becoming the language of the world. For this reason, there are many options when it comes to teaching English. These options include teaching abroad, teaching ESL (English as a Second Language) online and even teaching in your local communities to immigrants. Let's explore some of these options together. Table of Contents...  [Read more]

Tue, 12 May 2020 Dana W Alumni Experiences Top Four Reasons to Learn English There are so many reasons it is important to learn the English language. Before you begin or continue on your learning journey, it is also important to consider your 'why'. Why are you learning English? Is it simply a personal desire you have always had? Is it because you want to land a better job or career? Is it because you have a big upcoming presentation at work and you are nervous to speak English in front of your boss and colleagues? Let's take a look at the benefits of learning English. Table of Contents English is Spoken in More Than 50 Countries Worldwide It Makes Traveling Easier and More Enjoyable You Will Have More Job Opportunities You Will Become More Intelligent The Bottom Line Or are you...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Key Factors to Increase Confidence in The Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on several factors which influence teacher's confidence. 6 Reasons To Use Flashcards When Teaching Teenagers And Adults Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to use flashcards in teaching. 3 Great Alternatives to Punishment Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the alternatives for punishment. Common Pronunciation Challenges for Learners in Azerbaijan Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their...  [Read more]

Sun, 17 May 2020 Gökhan Yilmaz Alumni Experiences The Way to Effective Learning: Online or Onsite? After the coronavirus, schools all around the world started switching to online classes. Even before the pandemic, there were a lot of people already recognizing the benefits of the online classroom and when the corona crisis began, more people were convinced of the many benefits of learning online. Table of Contents Let's take a look at the benefits of online learning. Online learning is incredibly flexible. An online classroom is always accessible. Time management is everything. Do you prefer learning online or onsite? Related Articles: Let's take a look at the benefits of online learning. Online learning is incredibly flexible. The first reason I would like to mention is that...  [Read more]

Older Posts Songs in the ESL Classroom for Younger Beginners Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What better way to teach English than with music! Here are some great tips on how to use songs in an ESL classroom for younger beginners! The Most Common Problems Students in Italy Face When Learning English Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences If you are interested in teaching English in Italy, you should be aware of the issues highlighted in this post. This article covers the most common problems students in Italy face when learning English. Teaching English in Spain - The Salary and Budget Guide Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Spain is a popular destination for EFL teachers wanting to teach English in Europe. If you are interested in joining...  [Read more]

Russ Tuff Synergy Assets I’ve worked in so many industries I have lost track and have to record everything on LinkedIn so that I can even remember what I have done and where I have been doing it. An Aussie that owns a business in Bali, Indonesia; I have found over the years be it through personal, business or sport coaching, what I love most, is creating skills in others they will use for a lifetime. Read my articles The New ITTT Specialized Course – Teaching English Online: Is it worth doing? Russ Tuff Alumni Experiences In this blog post, a course alumni shares his thoughts on the new ITTT Specialized Course – Teaching English Online: Is it worth doing? “To do or not to do?” - 6 Reasons To Take Specialized TEFL Courses | ITTT | TEFL Blog Russ Tuff TEFL Information...  [Read more]

Zareena Younis Zareena is a TEFL Instructor based in Sulimaniyah, Kurdistan, Iraq. She enjoys motivating students in authentic ways and to inspire others to have optimism. Read my articles Nepotism in the Education Sector | ITTT | TEFL Blog Zareena Younis Destinations Alumni Experiences Nepotism, known as “wasta” in the workplace, is common in the Middle East, especially in the private sector. Personally, this area of common practice was unknown and unheard of to me as I come from a system of being recruited through the normal steps of applying for a job, being selected for an interview, and then being hired based on my experience knowledge, and skills. Teacher vs. Student-Centered Approach in the Middle East | ITTT | TEFL Blog Zareena Younis Alumni Experiences Teachers...  [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 The Functions of an ESL Teacher in Class | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the functions of an ESL teacher. The Necessity of Managing Equipment and Teaching Aids | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL graduate considers the problem of managing equipment and materials. Young Learners vs. Adults: What are the Differences in the Classroom? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is...  [Read more]

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Zeynep Sulaimankulova 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. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? 5. What was your favorite part about the course? 6. You've finished your TEFL/TESOL course - now what? What are your plans and goals? 7. What's your no. 1 tip for other TEFL/TESOL...  [Read more]