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Teaching Special Groups in ESL - English For Specific Purposes   Our next category in our series of teaching special groups in ESL is English for specific purposes. This video focuses specifically on teaching business English. How is business Enligsh different to general English? Will you be able to teach business English? Find out in this video. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's...  [Read more]

Theories, Methods & Techniques of Teaching - Grammar Translation   The purpose of grammar translation then is to basically translate between L1 and L2 and vice versa. So, we could take a simple example. Let's imagine that our native language was English and our target language was French and let's assume that we want to translate a document from French into English. Let's take a simple sentence. Here's a sentence in French "Ouvre la fenêtre" and we'll add "s'il vous plaît" at the end. What we want to do is to take this L2 and translate it back into English. Now, if we have a reasonable knowledge of French then we may well know that this particular verb "ouvre" "to open" translates directly and this female form of the and finally the fenêtre "Open the window" and this polite...  [Read more]

What's the best way to apply for TEFL jobs?   TEFL related jobs are available in cities, towns and beach resorts in dozens of countries spread right across the world, but what is the best way to secure the right position for you? Unfortunately there is no simple answer as it varies from one region to the next. Here we look at the main job hunting strategies that you can use to find and land that dream job teaching English abroad. Online Job Application If you are looking for a job outside the country you are currently in, then using online searches is a common option. There are many jobs boards online that post available positions from countries worldwide. The majority of these jobs will be in regions where the demand for teachers is so high that employers are happy to hire teachers...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Dec 2018 Mark Crocker Destinations 8 Best Places to Teach English Abroad for Food Lovers One of the many benefits of teaching English abroad is that you can combine your new career with your own hobbies and passions in countries all over the world. If sampling new and exciting cuisine is your thing, then you will have plenty of great food loving destinations to choose from. Here is our pick of the best destinations where teaching jobs and great food options are both in abundance. Table of Contents 1. Spain 2. Thailand 3. Mexico 4. Vietnam 5. Japan 6. Italy 7. South Korea 8. China Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English and eat great food all over the world? Related Articles: 1. Spain Spain has historically had one of the biggest markets in Europe for ESL...  [Read more]

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 3 Ways How to Be a Good Teacher Without knowing it nor intending it to be, my path has been strongly directed and focused on education and it was since Elementary School that I felt that something was wrong with me in the nowadays education system. After struggling a lot with learning as I was supposed to and believing that I was not smart enough, I finally took a subject at college that changed my thinking. This subject was called Educational Psychology and it was based on the actual necessity of creating a revolution or a change in education. Table of Contents 1. Real-life simulation: 2. Emotional Hitch: 3. Teacher-student relationship: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Within the years we...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A Definition of Business English from a Teaching Perspective The Merriam Webster dictionary defines Business English as: "English as used in business". While concise, this definition is of limited value to a teacher. This essay will attempt to expand on this definition in the context of English teaching. A more thorough examination of business English will precede an overview of teaching business English before concluding with a modified definition. Table of Contents The Usage of Business English What is Important about English Teaching Areas Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Christopher B. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Living and Teaching English in Sri Lanka - Habits, Customs & Curiosities Since the long running civil war ended in 2009, Sri Lanka has grown rapidly as a destination for long and short stays. The main attraction for many visitors is the wide choice of beach resorts that can be found all round the island. Others come to experience the unique history and culture of the people and the natural splendor of the country’s national parks. Whether you plan to spend a couple of weeks on the beach or have an extended stay in mind, our guides below might be useful. As well as some simple travel tips, you will also find a few interesting facts about Sri Lanka. Travel Tips for Sri Lanka SOURCE: theculturetrip ....  [Read more]

Full-time English Teachers Needed in Ha Tinh City, Vietnam Date posted:2019-06-06 | Writer: Grow Green Vietnam | Email: [email protected] Grow Green company is looking for 7 full time Native level EFL teachers in Ha Tinh City, Nghe An, Quang Ninh province. Ha Tinh is located on the Northern Central of Vietnam, surrounded by Nghe An Province on the north, Quang Binh Province on the south, Laos on the west, and East Sea on the east. It’s just about 12-15km from Ha Tinh city, you can visit Thanh Hai beach and Xuan Hai beach. Nghe An province is a province in the middle of North Central Vietnam. It is Vietnam's largest province by area. It has many beautiful and friendly rural villages. Quang Ninh is located in the north-east region of Vietnam, about 4 hours drive from Hanoi....  [Read more]

TEFL in Ecuador - Quevedo Date posted:2005-01-14 | Writer: Centro Educativo Génesis | Email: [email protected] School Name: Centro Educativo Genesis Email: [email protected] Type: Private Place: Quevedo, Ecuador-South America. Requirements: Native English Speaker, Experience Teaching Children, Bachelor and a TESOL certificate. Ages of chlidren: 8 to 12 years old. Schedule: 7 am to 1:30 pm from Mondays through Fridays. Length of class sessions: 35 - 40 minutes. Class size: maximum 25 students. Classes start in April 1st 2005, but it would be better for you to be here in March Classes end in January 21st 2006 The school has three trems of 3 months and a week vacation after each term. Text Book: Beeline fromMAc Millan. Monthly salary is 450, 00 US dollars. The school covers...  [Read more]

TEFL Bundoran | TEFL Ireland Our centre in Bundoran is the perfect choice to get your tefl certification. Bundoran is a small town in Co. Donegal, which has a long, rich, Irish history. Moreover, in this area nature is beautiful: there are many beaches (Bundoran is, without a doubt, the surf capital of Ireland), as well as mountains where our students can hike, the Glenveagh National Park and the beautiful and imposing geologic formations of Slieve League. In this privileged part of the Wild Atlantic Way our students can enjoy traditional Irish food (fish soup is something worth checking out), long beaches, various sports activities and beautiful hikes. Along with these natural wonders, there are also many historic sites nearby as a good part of Irish history has been written in this...  [Read more]

EFL Teachers Needed in Miami Beach, USA Date posted:2011-06-29 | Writer: Rennert International | Email: [email protected] Rennert International, a long established English language company, is seeking qualified ESL/EFL teachers for the rapidly expanding Miami South Beach center. Teachers must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree plus TESOL/TEFL certification and one-year teaching experience. Part-time and full-time schedules are available for the following programs:    -American General English    -Business and Executive English    -Cambridge and TOEFL preparationRennert began teaching languages in 1973 and continues to expand program offerings and locations. Rennert hosts adult English language programs, summer/winter junior programs,...  [Read more]

Mon, 11 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Course Materials: How to Create Them and Apply in the Classroom When thinking of course materials, one summons the image of textbooks and related worksheets. These are just a small part of what can be considered as course materials. With this in mind, course materials are anything the teacher brings with to the classroom to aid teaching. This essay will cover the two different groups of course material: authentic and non-authentic, created materials, and the combinations of materials as important aspects of the classroom to provide a rounded lesson for learners. Table of Contents The two material kinds are authentic and non-authentic. Non-authentic materials include the set of materials that the teacher uses. Combining two types of...  [Read more]

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Image of The Perfect Teacher What qualities should a teacher have? Personal or professional qualities, and which ones are more important? For example, is it possible for a teacher to be charged with a duty to love children, or is it enough that he treats them with respect and good knowledge of his subject? Should a teacher be an outgoing leader? Which teacher is better - kind or strict? Table of Contents Language Proficiency Soft Skills Creativity Organizational Skills 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 Alla S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

TEFL Malaga | TEFL Spain Art, nature, culture, beaches, fiestas, real Spanish traditions, enchanting neighbouring towns and villages and plenty of sunshine; these are just a few of the reasons why you should choose Malaga as the city in which to earn your TEFL certificate. Malaga is the main city on the Costa del Sol in southern Spain, where the sun shines for more than 300 days every year. It's also a city renowned for its culture as it is one of the oldest cities in the world, with a history spanning around 2,700 years. It's not surprising that the city is a strong candidate to be awarded the European Capital of Culture in 2016 when you consider the wealth of culture it has to offer: The birthplace of Picasso, where you will find the largest collection of his works at the Picasso...  [Read more]

Fri, 02 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Non-trivial Ways of Teaching Speaking and Writing Many language learners will have the difficulty of creating something new in the targeted language. Reading something written out loud is not as challenging or rewarding as reading your own work. When a language learner starts creating her own work, then she can start feeling productive and confident in the targeted language. There are many different ways of teaching productive skills such as speaking or writing. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Natural skills Higher level of interest Types of writing Teaching writing What is speaking Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

Regular Openings For TEFL Teachers in Yantai, China Date posted:2010-12-02 | Writer: Best English Training | Email: [email protected] Best English Training is “Yantai’s Leader for English Training.” We are a professional language-training center catering to students of all ages, abilities and needs, located 10 minutes walk from what many consider to be the nicest beach in China.. We are committed to offering enjoyable—but relevant—English courses tailored to the needs of our students. If you are a TEFL qualified teacher who is able to work on your own initiative or as part of a team you may be the person we are looking for. Benefits include an incentive scheme and paid holidays.B.E.T. is located in the heart of the Kai Fa Qu (Special Economic Zone) in Yantai....  [Read more]

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Significance of Volunteer Teaching in Our Community Volunteer teaching is a vital community service, offering purpose and fulfillment to retirees, those with physical challenges, empty-nesters, widows, or anyone looking to make a positive impact. These dedicated volunteers bring a wealth of life and professional experiences, time, and a genuine passion for teaching, helping non-profit organizations support underserved communities. By assisting schools in low-income areas, they contribute to improving academic performance, bridging gaps, and inspiring students. This article highlights the value of volunteer teaching, drawing on personal experiences and sharing its many benefits, such as personal...  [Read more]

TEFL course in Massachusetts   Massachusetts’ location at the Atlantic Ocean led to its nickname “The Bay State”. In fact, Massachusetts is the most populous state in the New England region and a wonderful location for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. Majestic mountain ranges, lush valleys and splendid beaches along the coastline make Massachusetts one of the most visited destinations in the USA. Besides its natural wonders, the state is also an important historic center, for example, when the Pilgrims first arrived or the Revolutionary War was fought. Massachusetts is a unique destination in the US and absolutely worth a visit. After the Pilgrims landed and settled here in the year 1620, Massachusetts has transformed into a flourishing commercial hub. Still today, you can...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers New at ESP? Don’t get nervous! Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, we discover the world of teaching English for Specific Purposes, in short ESP. Learning Styles and the Multiple Intelligences Theory in the ESL Classroom Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas If you are a teacher of English as a foreign language, this article is perfect for you! Read on to find out more about different learning styles and the multiple intelligences theory in the ESL classroom. Monitoring and Documenting Learning Through Assessments Ahmed Taha Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Assessments are at the heart of the goals of deliberately and effectively helping students in the acquisition of...  [Read more]

TEFL Position in Costa Rica Date posted:2019-08-08 | Writer: Intercultura | Email: [email protected] Widely recognized as one of the top language schools in Costa Rica, Intercultura has a variety of programs for all ages and learners, with occasional opportunities for TEFL graduates. Our language school in Heredia was founded at the end of 1993. Now, the school has grown organically from a one story house into a two-story center comprising three buildings, gardens, a full staff, and hosting Spanish immersion programs for foreigners from around the world as well as low-cost English classes for the local community. Intercultura's English Department is now our Foreign Languages Department, with a large number of Tico students who have the chance to interact with our foreign...  [Read more]

Living and Teaching English in Cambodia - Habits, Customs & Curiosities Unlike its neighbor, Thailand, Cambodia does not have a particularly long history as a tourist destination or as a location for teaching English abroad. However, that has started to change as huge improvements in infrastructure and a countrywide drive to raise the standard of English have seen a large increase in opportunities for teachers of all nationalities. The fact that Cambodia doesn’t have an overcrowded market for foreign teachers is certainly part of its appeal, as is the stunning natural beauty that ranges from rainforest covered mountains to white sand beaches. The country’s vibrant cities also offer all manner of entertainment to enjoy in your free time. Travel Tips for Cambodia SOURCE:...  [Read more]

Position Teaching EFL in California Date posted:2011-04-28 | Writer: Education First | Email: [email protected] EF, a busy intensive English language school in Redondo beach, is seeking energetic, enthusiastic ESL instructors, for long-term and short-term positions. Both part-time and full-time positions available. Our students are young adults aged 17 - 30 from Asia, Europe and South America. Must have a BA or BS degree, TEFL certificate and previous ESL experience. Looking for teachers who can teach grammar, writing, communication skills, as well as special interest classes such as drama, culture series, TOEIC, TOEFL and Business English to low, medium and very high levels. Overseas teaching experience and foreign language ability are preferred. Please only apply if you live in...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Italy (4) Date posted:2015-08-27 | Writer: Centro Linguistico Eureka | Email: [email protected] Centro Linguistico Eureka is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic TEFL qualified English teacher in our Language school for the year 2015/2016, starting in September. Besides an attractive salary and nice working environment, we offer full-board accommodation in a very well furnished flat and in a wonderful town on the South west coast of Italy.  Amantea is a slow-paced seaside town with an appealing historic centre on a hillside, and a long beach which attracts Italian holidaymakers. Contact us at the email address given on the job heading for more details and to schedule an interview on skype Centro Linguistico Eureka Via della Libertà N 23 – 87032...  [Read more]

English Grammar - Past Perfect Continuous - Usage - Teaching Jobs   In this video the teacher trainer looks at the usage of the past perfect continuous. The past perfect continuous is used to talk about a past action that was continuing up until another point in the past. For example: Before moving to Korea, I had been teaching in Thailand for three years. ITTT's TEFL Courses provide you with the opportunity to find Teaching Jobs all over the world. Whether you want to work amongst the long history of Europe or spend your free time living the beach life in Southeast Asia, teach professionals business English in a thriving metropolis or teach kids out in the sticks, earning yourself a TEFL certificate with ITTT will make the right type of Teaching Jobs available to you. Below you...  [Read more]

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 5 Simple Ways to Motivate Your EFL Students Regardless of what you are teaching, the outcome of a learning process for students will be affected deeply by how motivated they are. Motivation can initiate students to pay more attention, care more about what they are learning, and increase the time and efficiency on the mission at hand. In an EFL course, motivation will most likely be a crucial factor in how fast and well a student may learn English. Table of Contents Knowing the Purpose Engage the Students Show That You Care Encourage Your Students Frequently Set Easy-to-Reach Goals Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: There are many ways to motivate students, and it may...  [Read more]

School in Vietnam Needs EFL Teacher Date posted:2015-02-19 | Writer: Bigben English Center Halong | Email: [email protected] Bigben English Cente, Halong, is looking for long term native level English teachers to work full-time in Halong Bay as soon as possible. Our school is located in centre city of Halong Bay which is 5 minutes walking to shopping mall, market, beach, cinema, museum, library …!  Requirements: - Native level English speakers    - At least 1 year of teaching experience - Teaching certificate (TESOL, CELTA, TEFL … ) - University degree - Age: 25- 45 - Be responsible, honest, loving children, careful - Preferable at least 12 months contract -Able to create an interesting and engaging learning atmosphere. All lessons focus on speaking...  [Read more]

Fri, 04 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Outdoor Activities Can Help When Teaching English While it is true that many students crave consistency in the classroom, it can also be argued that students of all ages and levels tend to lose motivation and interest if lessons become too predictable or repetitive. For this reason, many teachers choose to incorporate outdoor activities into their lessons. In addition to maintaining interest, some possible benefits to taking your students outside the classroom (especially in an English-speaking country) include opportunities to interact with locals, experience culture, and practice in "real life" scenarios, all of which can help build students' confidence. Even if students are learning English in their home countries, there are...  [Read more]

Thu, 30 Jul 2020 Umber Sherjeel Destinations The 11 Best Places to Visit in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia has a rich cultural heritage. The old historical buildings, different types of beaches, and deserts distinguish it from other countries. If you come here, you will find yourself enjoying hiking, camping, swimming, and exploring historical buildings and castles. The following are the 11 best places to visit in Saudi Arabia. Table of Contents 1. Jabal Hassan Island 2. Al Duqm Beach 3. Al Zuraib Castle 4. Ibrahim Palace: 5.Wadi Khamal 6. Yanbu-Al-bahr 7. Al Wahbah Volcanic Crater 8. The Ancient City of Mada'in Saleh 9. Murabba Palace 10. Kingdom Tower 11. Edge of the World When will you visit Saudi Arabia? Related Articles: 1. Jabal Hassan Island If you like quiet and exotic beaches,...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Do Lesson Planning? Teaching English as a foreign language in another country can be overwhelming for someone without any teaching experience, specifically English teaching. Planning for lessons is very critical for good lesson plans to help to improve the efficiency of students' English learning. There are a couple of aspects to consider to ensure a good lesson plan. Table of Contents 1. Make a teaching plan 2. Learn about your class ahead 3. Write lesson plans for every lesson 4. Include Engage, Study, and Activate in lesson procedure 5. Take advantage of all the books and materials Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dakota H....  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Parts of Speech in English Grammar   The parts of speech explain how a word is used in a sentence. There are 8 parts of speech (also known as word classes): nouns, pronouns, adjectives, verbs, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions and interjections. Let's take a look at them below.   8 Parts of Speech in English NOUN A noun names a person, place, things or idea. Examples: dog, cat, mouse, student, cucumber, apple, Lucy and etc.   ADVERB An adverb tells how often, how, when, where. It can describe a verb, an adjective or an adverb. Examples: loudly, always, never, late, soon etc.   VERB A verb is a word or group of words that describes an action, experience. Examples: realize, walk, see, look,...  [Read more]