Should I Get Tefl Or Tesol

Should I get a TEFL or TESOL certification? If you enroll on a TEFL or TESOL certification course with ITTT you get to decide which acronym you have printed on your certificate. Either TEFL or TESOL is fine as they are used interchangeably throughout much of the English language teaching world. However, if you have a clear plan as to where you want to work, it is worth doing a bit of research to see which of the two is more commonly used in your chosen destination. If most employers are asking for TEFL qualified teachers in their job adverts then it makes sense to go with that option, and vice versa if TESOL certificates are more common. Once you have completed your course and have received your TEFL or TESOL certificate, you can then start applying for jobs. There are a huge number of...  [Read more]

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Top Ten Questions to Ask Before Enrolling on a TEFL Course Hi and welcome to another live session. My name is Linda from ITTT and I'm back again this week, who would have thought? No, we're actually pretty consistent with our live events. So we are going live twice a week. Me once and then my colleague Liza once. I’m so happy to be here today guys, let me know if you can see me and if you can hear me, and also where you're watching from. Just drop hi I’m watching from so and so into the comment section, that would be really great. Watch the live session here I'm super excited to be here again today. Normally I go live on Fridays, well Friday mornings in South Korea. But today I'm going live on Thursday because we...  [Read more]

Top Ten Questions to Ask Before Enrolling on a TEFL Course   Hi and welcome to another live session. My name is Linda from ITTT and I'm back again this week, who would have thought? No, we're actually pretty consistent with our live events. So we are going live twice a week. Me once and then my colleague Liza once. I’m so happy to be here today guys, let me know if you can see me and if you can hear me, and also where you're watching from. Just drop hi I’m watching from so and so into the comment section, that would be really great. I'm super excited to be here again today. Normally I go live on Fridays, well Friday mornings in South Korea. But today I'm going live on Thursday because we are actually going into the Lunar New Year holidays over here. After this I have to head off...  [Read more]

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Oana Palimariu 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! The below answers were given from real ITTT alumni who have agreed to share their thoughts for our blog section. 1. What’s your name? Oana Palimariu 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? Spain 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? To obtain a qualification that would eventually allow me to teach...  [Read more]

How do I apply for a student visa to legally teach English in Spain? As Spain is a member of the EU, language schools generally prefer to hire teachers from fellow EU countries as they do not need to go through the hassle of applying for a work visa. However, this doesn't stop thousands of non-EU citizens from coming to Spain each year to work as English language teachers. Many of these simply enter on a tourist visa and technically work illegally. While this is common practice and rarely has any negative consequences, there is an alternative for those who want to live and work in Spain. By enrolling on a study course (typically a Spanish language course), teachers can apply for a student visa that also allows them to legally work a certain number of hours per week. What is the...  [Read more]

Accredited TEFL Diploma Check out tefl tesol about Accredited TEFL Diploma 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 T.G. - U.S.A. said: Teaching Slang and IdiomsI have been a student of multiple languages for as long as I can remember. In the field of music composition you are thrust into the situation of having to have at least a basic understanding of certain speech patterns and linguistic idioms in any number of romantic, Slavic or Germanic languages in order to study the master?s scores and historical documents. Unfortunately for American composers, this can prove to be an...  [Read more]

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Artem Feklushin 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! The below answers were given from real ITTT alumni who have agreed to share their thoughts for our blog section. 1. What’s your name? Artem Feklushin 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? Saint Petersburg, Russia 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? I took the course to improve my teaching...  [Read more]

Can I get a B.A. in TEFL? If you want to meet the criteria laid out for most online or overseas TEFL jobs, then you will need to complete a standard 120-hour TEFL certification course as a minimum. Anyone who dreams of earning a higher salary or applying for management level positions will typically need an advanced qualification such as diploma. However, teachers who want to get to the very top of the EFL tree will probably need to think about completing a Bachelor's Degree in TESOL. Does ITTT offer a Bachelor's Degree? ITTT does not operate its own degree course, but we are able to recommend a good option. The Bachelor of Education in TESOL (B.Ed TESOL) from the Paris College of International Education offers a very convenient and affordable way to gain a high-end, internationally...  [Read more]

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Mihaela Camelia Pirvu 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! The below answers were given from real ITTT alumni who have agreed to share their thoughts for our blog section. 1. What’s your name? Mihaela Camelia Pirvu 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? Spain 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? I took the course because ITTT offers a complete TEFL...  [Read more]

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Ioana Grasu 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! The below answers were given from real ITTT alumni who have agreed to share their thoughts for our blog section. 1. What’s your name? Ioana Stefanelli Grasu 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? I'm from Romania, 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? I took a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT because it is an internationally...  [Read more]

The Biggest Misconceptions about TEFL/TESOL Discussed   Today, we are going to talk about the “biggest misconceptions about TEFL and TESOL and teaching English abroad”. We get a lot of questions here at ITT, and a lot of people are confused and I just want to clear a few things up, some myths here and there, and I think I've narrowed it down to eight misconceptions that we're going to look at and you can throw your questions at me at any time. I would also really like to know where you are like in your TEFL journey, are you currently taking a TEFL or TESOL course? Are you thinking about it? Are you already certified? Or are you already teaching abroad? Let me know, that would be interesting to know. Let's jump right into the biggest misconceptions about TEFL and TESOL and...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences My Personal Reflection On My First Teaching Experience As the 60 hours, TESOL course is coming to an end, I have started to think back to my first teaching experience. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joyce C. A part-time job for the student When I was a university student, I decided that it was a good idea for me to find part-time work as an English tutor or teachers assistant so I could get the first-hand experience in teaching. I began teaching a 9-year-old girl who attended the local school in Hong Kong. Her name is Charmaine. Her mother was concerned about her English writing abilities, as she often made grammar and spelling mistakes during homework and tests which caused her grades to suffer....  [Read more]

Can I get a work visa to teach English in Germany? For EU citizens looking to teach English in Germany it is relatively straightforward as they are able to work freely without a visa, while others such as Australians, New Zealanders, and Canadians can apply for a working holiday visa. However, for Americans and other non-EU citizens, there are fewer options when looking to live and work in the country. That being said, if you are patient it is definitely possible to obtain a work visa that allows you to fulfill your dream of teaching English in Germany. How do I apply for a work visa to teach English in Germany? The application process can take up to two months and must be done from within Germany, so most teachers enter the country on a tourist visa. As the process is quite slow you...  [Read more]

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 Federico Riva Budget and Salary TEFL Information Teaching Ideas The Biggest Misconceptions about TEFL/TESOL Discussed Today, we are going to talk about the “biggest misconceptions about TEFL and TESOL and teaching English abroad”. We get a lot of questions here at ITT, and a lot of people are confused and I just want to clear a few things up, some myths here and there, and I think I've narrowed it down to eight misconceptions that we're going to look at and you can throw your questions at me at any time. Watch the live session here I would also really like to know where you are like in your TEFL journey, are you currently taking a TEFL or TESOL course? Are you thinking about it? Are you already certified? Or are you already teaching abroad? Let me know, that...  [Read more]

How do I get a job teaching English in Hong Kong? As it is a modern, vibrant city where English is a common language and most luxuries and comforts are available, Hong Kong is naturally a popular destination among TEFL qualified teachers. The city is a cultural melting pot where almost every language on Earth can be heard and there is an impressive number of major skyscrapers dominating the skyline, two reasons why it is sometimes referred to as the New York of the East. Due to its popularity, Hong Kong has strong competition for the best teaching jobs, so to have a good chance of landing one there are a few things you need to know. What are the requirements for teaching English in Hong Kong? There have been government guidelines for employing foreign teachers in Hong Kong for some time;...  [Read more]

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Key Points of The TEFL Course With ITTT Being a tutor in a foreign land and who doesn't have a TESOL certificate is kind of cumbersome. There are things that I did as a self-declared teacher however failed to understand that I was erring. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Husein B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. My Feedback The course educated me quite a lot of things that I truly give thanks to the team for informing. I learned a theoretical and sensible foundation that necessitated me in having acceptable teaching methodologies at my disposal. However, there seems to have been some excessive focus on the various theories of instruction which...  [Read more]

The Top 10 Questions You Need to Ask Before Enrolling In a TEFL/TESOL Course 02/14/2021 hi hi and welcome to another live session my name is linda from itt and um yeah i'm back again this week um who would have thought no uh but we're pretty consistent uh with um our live events so we are going live twice a week me one time and then my colleague lisa one time and um yeah so happy to be here today guys let me know if you can see me if you can hear me and also where you're watching from just drop in um hi watching from so and so into the comment section that would be really really great and yeah um i'm super excited to be here again today um normally i go live on fridays um well friday morning in south korea i'm in south korea but today i'm going live on thursday um because we are actually...  [Read more]

How Should I Prepare for a TEFL Course? Although it is natural to be a little apprehensive before taking a TEFL/TESOL course, there is no need to get overly anxious or concerned. As long as you are enthusiastic, prepared to put in the hours and are open to new ideas, you should have no problem successfully completing the training. However, there are a few things you can do in the run up to your training course to ensure that it is a smooth process that ends with that all important certificate in your hand. Should I plan a schedule for my TEFL studies? If you take an online course, you will be able to set your own amount of study hours and choose when you do them. In this case, it is important to plan a study schedule and keep to it if you want to complete the course in the time frame you...  [Read more]

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Anam Javed 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! The below answers were given from real ITTT alumni who have agreed to share their thoughts for our blog section. 1. What’s your name? Anam Javed 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? I'm from Lahore, Pakistan. 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? I took the TEFL/TESOL course so that I can legally teach abroad. 5. What...  [Read more]

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Blanca Rodriguez 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! The below answers were given from real ITTT alumni who have agreed to share their thoughts for our blog section. 1. What’s your name? Blanca Rodriguez 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? I am from and currently residing in Honduras. 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? I wanted to teach...  [Read more]

How do I find a job teaching English in Latin America? Every year thousands of people from all over the world head to Latin America in search of fun and adventure while teaching English abroad. From Mexico in the north, to Argentina in the south, there are a wide variety of opportunities available in a diverse range of countries. By following a few simple tips and completing plenty of your own research, you should have little trouble securing a job that allows you to enjoy all that this fantastic region has to offer. What are the requirements for teaching English in Latin America? Unlike some other popular regions for foreign teachers, there is generally no requirement for teachers in Latin America to possess a college degree or to have extensive experience in the classroom. However,...  [Read more]

Centre Registered TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Centre Registered TEFL 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.M. - Russia said: British English vs American EnglishA dilemma that faces many students today is whether to study British English or American English. Some non-native English teachers also get into the array of choices ? to complete their teacher training in the US or Great Britain. Occasionally, newspapers that advertise English teacher vacancies could be specific in their requirements. Some schools might also be conscious about the differences when hiring a new...  [Read more]

What should I pack for teaching English abroad? In the run up to your departure overseas to teach English there will inevitably be plenty of things to organise. You will probably have one or two leaving parties to attend and you might have to clear out your old apartment and office space. Even if you only have to pack a bag in preparation for your trip, you will still need to consider exactly what you will and won’t need to take with you. Should I invest in a good quality camera? Although mobile phones now have improved cameras built in, taking a separate, high-quality camera is certainly recommended. Mobile phones are only as good as the battery that runs them and these can be short lived when using the camera extensively. Bear in mind that many of the places you might visit could be...  [Read more]

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Benefits of Obtaining a TEFL Course Being a teacher in a foreign land and who does not have a TESOL certificate is quite cumbersome. There are things that I did as a self-proclaimed teacher but did not know that I was erring. The course taught me quite a lot of things that I thank the team for informing. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Letitia A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Theory I learned a theoretical and practical foundation that necessitated me in having appropriate teaching methodologies at my disposal. However, there seems to have been some excessive focus on the different theories of language teaching that might leave some...  [Read more]

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Differences Between TEFL, TESOL, DELTA and CELTA Hello, it's Liza here. While I'm waiting for more people to join us let me introduce myself for those who will watch it as a recording. So my name is Liza and I am a TEFL expert at ITTT. I am also a self-employed online ESL teacher. I am a non-native English speaker and I am based in Yekaterinburg, Russia. I hope that today's session will be useful for as many people as possible, because it basically covers one of the most controversial topics in TEFL certification. So the main point of today's session is what are some differences between TEFL and TESOL, and other certifications such as CELTA and DELTA. Watch the live session here Please let me know if you can hear me clearly and see me...  [Read more]

The Biggest Misconceptions about TEFL/TESOL 11/12/2020 hello hello and thanks for tuning in i'm just checking if everything is working properly our stream and stuff so i think it's working um if you can see me if anybody's there um hello thanks so much for tuning in we're actually streaming live today on two platforms we're streaming live on facebook and we're also live on youtube at the same time so wherever you're watching this from thanks so much for tuning in my name is linda i'm a marketing and affiliation professional at itt and i live in south korea i've been in south korea for five and a half years now and if you're interested in you know teaching english in south korea and asia you can check out my personal um social media you can find me on instagram facebook anywhere and you...  [Read more]

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Sabrina Oliveira 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! The below answers were given from real ITTT alumni who have agreed to share their thoughts for our blog section. 1. What’s your name? Sabrina Oliveira 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? I am from and currently residing in Brazil. 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? I took the course to be...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 Feb 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Motivate High School Students in the ESL Classroom Motivation in the classroom is the biggest reason why I teach students in a high school setting. I am a public-school teacher and I get English as a Second Language students all the time in my classroom. I am a 10th-grade teacher but my students' ages range from 14 years old to 19 years old. The number one factor that I teach is for motivation. My students are already matured and have seen things they probably should not have at their ages. Once they get to my classroom, they are mine to teach. I do my utmost best to teach my students. I have students from all over the world, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Egyptian, Asian, Africa, to name a few countries. I now have...  [Read more]

The Differences Between TEFL, TESOL, DELTA and CELTA 02/16/2021 hello hello uh it's liza here um while i'm waiting for uh more people to join us let me introduce myself for those who will watch it um as a recording so my name is lisa i am a tefl expert uh at itt team and i am also a self-employed online esl teacher i am a non-native speaker and i am based in ukaterenburg russia so i hope that today's session will be useful for as many people as it is possible because it basically covers one of the most controversial topics uh in tefl certification so uh to be more exact uh the main point of today's session is uh what are some differences between tefl tesol and uh the other certifications which are celta and delta and uh right now please let me know if you can hear me clearly and see me...  [Read more]

Do TEFL certificates expire? No, TEFL certificates do not expire, they are valid for life. Once you have completed your course, either online or by attending a training center, you will be able to start work straight away or set off on your travels and use it later when your funds starts to get low. A TEFL certificate really is a great qualification to have in your backpack or briefcase as you can use it to earn a good income at any time, in any part of the world. Should I complete additional TEFL qualifications? Although your certification will never expire, we do recommend that you continue to develop your skills and knowledge as you progress in your teaching career. Additional courses such as an advanced TEFL Diploma or a specialized certificate in teaching business English or...  [Read more]