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Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Before making my way through these certificate programs, I have had very minimal teaching experience, especially regarding teaching language. I have taken language classes, and I am a coach for Speech and Debate at a high school. I previously thought I would be able to handle teaching English as a foreign language without very much training or though. How much could really be beyond what I was seeing as a student and coach? I could definitely handle it. Well, I soon learned I was extremely wrong. I thought to take these courses on a whim because it would not hurt to have the training, even if I knew what was being taught. I quickly learned that there was a whole lot out there that I have yet to learn and I don't think I will ever be done learning.Table...  [Read more]

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. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This story is written by one of our TEFL course alumni who discovered their passion for teaching by accident and decided to pursue a career in ESL. Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Teaching vocabulary is a large part of teaching English to young learners. Here are 4 super easy tips to help you when teaching this specific type of class. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Check out this TEFL course alumna's experience taking our 220-hour TEFL certification course and what the best thing was that she learned from the course. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Check out this...  [Read more]

Date posted:2025-12-16 | Writer: Joy school Chungke branch | Email: [email protected] English Teacher Taiwan  Country: Taiwan Full or Part-Time: Full-Time If Part-time, when: If Part Time, what days: If FULL-Time, when: Afternoons & Evenings When Job is Available: ASAP Degree Required: Bachelors Text of Ad:  A full-Time Position available. FIRST-Time Teachers or Teacher with Residency through Marriage WELCOME!  Monday to Friday.Afternoons from 1p.m to 8p.m. GUARANTEE 25 hurs/week, contract completion BONUS NT$20,000. FREE  ARC, work permit & health insurance provided. COMPLETE Lesson Plans & FULL Curriculum offered. Established over 5 YEARS!        We are a branch of Joy English Organization with more than 220 branches...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This summative essay will exam the importance of teaching the differences between American English and British English for EFL learners. I will examine the intention behind teaching these differences, and when these teachings should be applied, and to what effect and purpose. This essay will focus primarily on the problems of pronunciation and spelling, which are the two main differences. I am a British citizen, born and raised in London, England, and currently teach at a public high school in Tokyo.Table of Contents Spelling Challenges for Beginners and Intermediate Learners What do Students Think? Grammar Interesting Experience for Adults Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Learning English 2. Advantages of Being Fluent in English 3. Opportunities for English Language Speakers 4. Conclusion In today's globalized world, the ability to communicate effectively in English has become increasingly important. English is the dominant language in international business, diplomacy, tourism, and education. Whether you are looking to advance your career, travel the world, or connect with people from different cultures, learning English can open up a world of opportunities for you. One of the primary benefits of learning English is the ability to communicate with people from all around the world. English is widely spoken as a second language, making it a common language for people of different nationalities to use to communicate with each other. By...  [Read more]

Date posted:2006-07-04 | Writer: CALLAN SCHOOL | Email: [email protected] We are looking for enthusiastic and hard working teachers, with TEFL/TESOL Certificate RSA/Cambridge or Trinity College, experience and knowledge of the Italian language are not necessary. MUST hold a European passport, have a teaching certificate, be mother-toungue and we give preference to candidates with a driving licence. The school is situated in Biella, in the North West of Italy, between Milan and Turin.(Contact us) We are recruiting 2 teachers with a full time contract from mid September to the end of June 2007. The school, at the moment, has 8 teachers, we teach all levels, to children, teenagers and adults. Groups, one to one lessons, in companies and schools. We prepare all...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences British English versus American English are often discussed during the class, students frequently ask which one is the standard English to learn and would it cause any difficulties in communication. Both of them have differences and similarities, but individuals from the UK and the US can communicate without too much difficulty.Table of Contents What is Correct? The History of English Pronunciation Differences Spelling Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate JIN G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Besides, there is no right or wrong when the differences appear, the British may consider American do...  [Read more]

  Hello everybody, thanks for joining me. I'm just about to start so please let me know that you can see me clearly and hear me clearly, for this you can use the comments box. Okay, there are some good mornings, hello and nice to see you guys, thanks for joining. My name is Liza and I'm a TEFL expert and also an online English teacher. I'm glad to welcome you to today's session that is devoted to some ways to benefit from your TEFL certification, especially if you're a non-native English teacher. Right now I'm going to make my video a little bit smaller so that you can see the presentation. Okay guys thanks for sharing that everything works smooth, that's really important for me because I need to make sure everything is clear and you can hear me well. Right now, let me tell you a...  [Read more]

Date posted:2015-02-09 | Writer: Joy English School | Email: [email protected] Joy English School currently has a full-time TEFL position available. Recently qualified TEFL graduates or teachers with Residency through marriage welcome! The job involves teaching Elementary & Junior High School students Monday to Friday in the late afternoons from 4:30 to 9pm plus some Saturday hours. Average Number of Students in Class: 6-16. Guaranteed 20 hours/week, extra BONUS NT$1,000/m & a year contract completion bonus NT$15,000. Free housing, ARC, work permit & health insurance provided. Complete lesson plans & full Curriculum offered. Established over 10 YEARS! We are a branch of Joy English Organization with more than 250 branches nationwide! Joy-Nantou is NOT a Kindy, so as...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Creating a positive, healthy relationship with students might not be first on the list in people's minds when they thinking of "Teaching 101." However, establishing rapport with students is crucial for achieving learning success in the classroom. Students who are learning the English language may be apprehensive to try (and sometimes fail) to speak in front of their peers or to express their ideas in new ways.Table of Contents What's more necessary for ESL students? Theory Process of relationships building Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Samantha A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Class management is an important component of the classroom. A well-managed class, free of distraction, will not only keep the students focused on learning, but will provide them with an environment that is safe, comfortable, and stable for their education. Also, this will enable the students to be at ease in sharing their ideas and create excitement for learning in the classroom.Table of Contents Safety and Comfort Focus 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! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Samantha P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Setting class guidelines...  [Read more]

In the field of TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language), the choice of English variation often depends on the specific preferences of a country: In conclusion, TEFL teachers should be aware of a country's preference and adapt their teaching accordingly. Map created by reddit user Speech500 Source: moverdb.com Table of Contents How exactly do these forms of English differ? Spelling Differences British Grammar vs. American Grammar Same Word - Different Pronunciation Differences in word for the same object Other considerations There are a number of major differences which we will examine. The following are in no way exhaustive and you should investigate for yourself for more examples. Mainly due to the influence of Webster (of dictionary fame) American English has focused on how words...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Verbs are one of the most important parts of speech in English and incredibly important for learners of English. The below infographic showcases all types of verbs in the English language.   Generally speaking, a verb is a word that shows an action, state or an event. It is an essential part of a sentence and is known as the soul of language. For example: "They study English grammar." (Action) "We celebrate independence day." (Event) "I sleep at night." (State)    Following are the different types of verbs:   When a verb's past tense (2nd form) and past participle (3rd form) is created by adding ‘d’ or ‘ed’, it is called a regular verb. Some...  [Read more]

1. Transforming English Education in Nepal 2. Importance of English Education 3. ITTT's Contribution to English Education in Nepal 4. Conclusion English education in Nepal has seen significant advancements in recent years, with a growing emphasis on the importance of English proficiency for individuals seeking better opportunities in education and employment. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the ability to communicate effectively in English has become a valuable skill that opens doors to a wider range of possibilities. Recognizing this, educational institutions and organizations are working towards improving English language teaching and learning in Nepal to equip students with the necessary tools for success. The importance of English education in Nepal cannot be...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English is a language that, like other languages, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. Sort of mash-up of ancient Germanic languages and Roman Latin, English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world thanks to the spread of British and American influence across the world over the last several hundred years. It is a tricky language, infamous for its many exceptions and grammatical nuances. While English, compared to some languages, has a relatively low variation between regional dialects (low enough for speakers of radically different dialects to understand each other at least partially), these differences can be significant enough to confuse someone who is learning English as a foreign language. Among the various dialects...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Prepositions are one of the most important parts of English grammar. Here is a list of the 100 most important prepositions in English.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Asking and giving directions is one of the most useful topics when learning English as a foreign language, or any language as a matter of fact. The following words, phrases and expressions will help you and your students understand how to ask and give directions in English.   Asking for and giving directions is one of the most important English speaking skills. There are many different ways how we can ask for directions and just as many possible ways to respond and give directions. The key here is to be as detailed and precise as possible and refer to landmarks and buildings that make it easier to identify the right way.   How do I get to the library? I'm looking for... Can you show me on the map, please? ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Many people who speak English are aware of the fact that American English and British English are similar yet different. There have been many debates about which one is better or correct. Some ways of speaking might be different if one would be speaking British English compared to American English.Table of Contents Spelling Rules Naming Phonetics Knowing the Differences Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Camilla R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. British English has used its way of spelling words adopted from the French spelling, such as 'color' and 'humor'. While in American English, the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The new paradigm of teacher training in the system of higher pedagogical education is the concept of psychological and pedagogical training of a teacher as a holder of world culture. The study of foreign languages expands intercultural, inter-ethnic communication. The use of the linguistic-cultural component in the adaptation of educational language programs allows you to implement the principle of communication, to organize interested communication and interaction of students in the language and, thus, open access to the culture of other people and provide a dialogue of cultures.Table of Contents Linguistics and Culture Preferred Variant of English Lexical Differences between American and British varieties of English American variant vs. British variant...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Whether you are a seasoned professional starting a new year at a school you've taught at for years, or you're teaching your very first ESL class, the first-day teaching can be very intimidating. Teaching English as a second language, whether in your home country or a non-English speaking country, can be especially difficult due to the language barrier faced by both the students and the teacher. Because of the language barrier in ESL classes, it is vital to build rapport with your students to create a productive and comfortable learning environment.Table of Contents Why do you need rapport + The first method for that Another great tool for establishing rapport is learning about your students' interests. Cultural awareness Tell about yourself The...  [Read more]

American English and British English are the two main varieties of the English language, each with its own unique characteristics. Here's how these forms of English differ: American English and British English are the two main forms of the English language, each with its own unique characteristics. The main differences between American English and British English include: Understanding the differences between forms of English, such as British English, American English, and others, is crucial for effective communication and language teaching. Here's why: Yes, learning different forms of English can greatly help in communicating with speakers from various backgrounds and regions. Understanding and being able to use different forms of English can enhance communication in a variety of ways,...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great list of words to describe people in English. Hand this out to your students or use it to improve your own English skills.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

  All right, looks like we're live! Awesome! This is great. So thanks so much for tuning in today for our actually very first Facebook live and I'm super happy to be here with Jessica today from GoOverseas. We're gonna talk today about all things teaching English abroad, online, and everything in between. All things TEFL and TESOL and all that good stuff and I'm actually tuning in live from South Korea where it's 9 00 am Friday and I think Jessica is in Southern California. Right, yep it's 5 p.m here so just starting to get dark. I've actually just realized I'm probably going to need the light before the session is over so i'm going to run and do that now while Linda just explains today’s topic. No problem, cool. Well actually before we jump in we're gonna show a quick intro...  [Read more]

hello hi welcome to another live session my my name is linda from itt i'm so happy to be here again this week um if you can see me if you can hear me as always please just leave a quick comment in the comments box below that'd be really really great we are live on facebook and we're live on youtube at the same time so welcome today we're gonna talk about teaching english online and also if you're listening to this as a podcast episode thanks thank you so much for the download we always turn our um live sessions into podcast episodes later so if that's something that you're interested in go check us out we are available on all major uh podcast platforms like itunes spotify google podcasts check us out just type in um tefl and tesol podcast by itt and you'll find us there and you can then...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Telling the time in English is one of the most important skills for any English learner. There are a lot of expressions and phrases used when it comes to telling the time in English and teachers need to be able to teach it in a way that makes sense to the students. Below are five simple steps for telling the time in English.   There are two ways how you can tell the time in English: the 12-hour clock and the 24-hour clock. For the 24-hour system, you use the numbers from 0 – 23 to indicate the hours, whereas the 12-hour system useses only 1 - 12. To indicate morning or afternoon time, you use ‘am’ after the time in the morning and ‘pm’ after the time in the afternoon. Hereby,...  [Read more]

 Business English is an area of English language teaching and learning that is part of the wider category of English for Specific Purposes. Unlike general English, business English focuses on the language students need in order to function in an international business setting. Students taking business English classes will generally already have a reasonable level of English language ability and course books tend to be aimed at pre-intermediate level students and above.   There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the business English classroom. The main ones are Oxford University Press and Cambridge University Press. These two publishers produce business English course books across a range of levels in British, American and International...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Liven up your business English classes and encourage high student talk time with these fun and creative activities.Table of Contents 1. Negotiations 2. Telephone call role-plays 3. Yearly comparison information gap 4. Business diaries – arranging a meeting 5. Dragon's Den/Shark Tank 6. Tell me about your company 7. Analyzing charts and graphs Listen to this blog post Do you want to teach business English? Related Articles: In pairs students role-play a negotiation. Each side will be given a sheet listing demands and concessions. Each side of the negotiation is awarded points for the type of concessions they get from the other side. For example, if one side manages to get a 25% discount, they get 10 points and the other side gets 0. Also...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Writing dates in English can be done in a variety of ways. Here are some common ways to write dates in British and American English.   What is the correct format for dates in English? This is something very important to teach your students when teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL). How to write the date in English usually depends on the following things: Whether you write a formal letter or an informal note; and whether you use British or American English. Let's take a look at the examples below. As you can see, there are a number of ways in which you can write the same date. As a general rule we can say that the more complicated the style of date, the more formal it is. In British English (which is mainly used...  [Read more]

1. Understanding the Importance of English in Madagascar 2. Requirements for Teaching English in Madagascar 3. Finding Teaching Opportunities in Madagascar 4. Tips for Teaching English Effectively in Madagascar English plays a significant role in Madagascar as it is considered a global language that opens up opportunities for education, employment, and communication on an international level. While Malagasy is the official language, English is crucial for individuals seeking higher education, job prospects in tourism, business, and international organizations. Therefore, teaching English in Madagascar can greatly impact the lives of Malagasy people by providing them with the necessary skills to succeed in a globalized world. To teach English in Madagascar, a bachelor's degree is typically...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas "Parents are the ultimate role models for children. Every word movement and action affects…" this opinion expressed by Bob Keeshan is supported by many people worldwide. Is this true? What are some of the roles they model? How do these roles impact their child's education? Henceforth let us take a look at some of the parents' education in the education of their children, then briefly look at some of the impact observed in students' attitude in an English class?Parents play many roles in education, and that role begins on the day of the child's birth (Although there are many studies out there that argue that it starts in utero). Studies have shown that children who were cuddled and given the right...  [Read more]