Spaced Repetition In Learning Theory

 Table of Contents Understanding Inclusivity in Education Importance of Inclusive Learning Spaces Strategies for Creating Inclusive Environments Addressing Diversity in the Classroom Supporting Students with Diverse Needs Promoting Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity Fostering Collaboration and Respect Implementing Universal Design for Learning Encouraging Student Engagement and Participation Evaluating and Improving Inclusive Practices Inclusivity in education refers to creating environments where all individuals feel valued, respected, and supported in their learning journey. It involves recognizing and embracing the diversity of students, including their backgrounds, abilities, learning styles, and experiences. ITTT is committed to promoting inclusivity in TEFL and TESOL courses,...  [Read more]

Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas It is evident that, in every classroom, there is a great diversity of students. Diversity talks about race, culture, customs, thinking, etc. Diversity also includes different learning styles of a group of students, for instance, how each student remembers, understands, and applies a concept, new grammar, new vocabulary, and more.Table of Contents What is the Multiple Intelligences Model about? Music smart – Musical. Body smart – Bodily-Kinesthetic. People smart – Interpersonal. Word smart – Verbal linguistic. Logic smart – Logical-mathematical. Nature smart – Naturalistic. Self-smart – Interpersonal. Picture...  [Read more]

As a TEFL teacher, it is crucial to recognize that each student has a unique way of learning. Understanding different learning styles, such as visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and reading/writing, can help you tailor your teaching methods to cater to the diverse needs of your students. Visual learners prefer visual aids like charts and diagrams, auditory learners learn best through listening and speaking activities, kinesthetic learners benefit from hands-on activities, and reading/writing learners excel through reading and writing tasks. By identifying the predominant learning styles in your classroom, you can adapt your lesson plans to accommodate and engage all students effectively. To address individual learning styles in the classroom, it is essential to incorporate a variety of...  [Read more]

 Table of Contents Understanding Language Acquisition Theories Behaviorism: The Foundation of Language Learning Innatism: The Role of Nature in Language Acquisition Constructivism: Building Knowledge Through Experience Sociocultural Theory: Language in Social Contexts Cognitive Theory: Mental Processes in Learning Critical Period Hypothesis: The Window of Opportunity Multiple Intelligences: Diverse Approaches to Learning Practical Applications in Teaching English Abroad ITTT: Leading TEFL and TESOL Provider Worldwide Language acquisition theories provide frameworks for understanding how individuals acquire and develop language skills. These theories encompass various perspectives, including behaviorism, innatism, constructivism, sociocultural theory, cognitive theory, and more. By...  [Read more]

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. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate contemplates on the first and the second language acquisition. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the multiple intelligences theory. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on learning difficulties. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on preparing a lesson plan by new teachers. Elizaveta...  [Read more]

Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Learning, which has always been a controversial issue, is perhaps one of the most significant characteristics of the human race. The earliest learning theory was proposed by the world-renowned Greek philosopher Plato (428 BC- 347 BC), who simply questioned the knowledge acquisition ability in terms of encountering a thoroughly new topic and answered this question in order to hypothesize the theory of recollection.Table of Contents Behaviorism Cognitive psychology Constructivism Conclusion Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! According to Plato's answer to the question of how individuals learn new topics, the soul is fully aware of the knowledge...  [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 blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on ESL teaching to young learners and speaks about the advantages, disadvantages and common stereotypes. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who answers the question: What traits should an EFL teacher have in teaching one-to-one Business English? Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on child development and summarizes Piaget’s theory on the topic....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The overall "course experience" or a critique of daily experiences are too often considered only during course evaluations or in response to vocalized dissatisfaction. As an English teacher (or any teacher) it is your responsibility to craft, adjust, and/or carry-out a course experience that will be the most effective and enjoyable one possible. To do so requires that you give broad thought to your audience, schedule, and how you show up in the course.Table of Contents Audience Attitude Schedule Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sara S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. When curating a course...  [Read more]

  Also in the 1970s la señal came up with a new methodology called "Suggestopedia". As psychological theory was developing, one of the ideas that came up was something called ?the effective filter?. Basically, the effective filter is a barrier to learning. It's the reasons why we inhibit our learning of a particular language. There are two main elements to the effective filter, two sets of factors, if you like, those are known as internal and external factors. The external factors to learning, the reasons why we have barriers to learning, may be just simple things such as external noise. So, people talking to us while we're trying to learn and so on and so forth. Perhaps more important are these internal factors and the internal factors one of the main things here is our previous...  [Read more]

 Table of Contents Communicative Language Teaching Approach Task-Based Language Teaching Content-Based Instruction Total Physical Response Method The Audio-Lingual Method The Silent Way Community Language Learning The Lexical Approach The Direct Method Integrating Technology in Language Teaching The Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach focuses on real-life communication rather than rote memorization. Students engage in meaningful interactions to improve their language skills. ITTT offers courses that emphasize the importance of CLT in ESL teaching, equipping teachers with practical strategies for effective communication. The Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach focuses on real-life communication rather than rote memorization. Students engage in meaningful...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences When we talk about intelligence, it is precisely very difficult to explain about an individual's perception of Intelligence, as it consists of wide varieties of explanations and there is no standard definition to define the term "intelligence".Table of Contents The Multiple Intelligence Theory by Dr. Howard Gardner A) Self knowledge: B) Expansion of career possibilities: C) Enhancement of self-esteem: Learning Domains Linguistic: Logical: Spatial/Visual: Bodily/ Kinesthetic: Musical: Interpersonal: Intrapersonal: Naturalist: Are you ready to implement your TEFL skills teaching abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Bhavana Y. There are several unique approaches to intelligence and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Have you ever wondered why nursery rhymes are one of the first grammar structures taught in the life of a young learner? And how come it is easy for most adults to remember lyrics to a song that they learned in Kindergarten?Table of Contents 1) Rhymes are Simple. 2) Rhymes have an Element of Playfulness. 3) Rhyme and Song have the Element of Repetition. 4) Music is Universal. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dee S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Let us analyze a few elements that Song and Rhyme have that make them effective teaching methods in learning a new language in the classroom : In...  [Read more]

1. Communicative Language Teaching 2. The Direct Method 3. The Audio-Lingual Method 4. Task-Based Learning Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) is a popular approach in TEFL that focuses on developing students' ability to communicate effectively in real-life situations. This method emphasizes the importance of meaningful communication over rote memorization of grammar rules. CLT encourages students to engage in activities such as role plays, discussions, and problem-solving tasks to practice using the language in context. By creating a student-centered learning environment, CLT helps learners develop their language skills in a more natural and authentic way. The Direct Method is a teaching approach that aims to immerse students in the target language from the very beginning. This method...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas "Teachers must learn how to teach… they need only to be taught more effective ways of teaching", (B. F. Skinner 1972). Understanding how these theories of learning suggested by philosophers can bring or has brought about a change in teaching helps teachers to be very effective in the classroom as they aid in shaping the lives of young men and women for the future. Two great theories of learning that have impacted teaching are Behaviorism and Cognitive development theory.Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Behavioral and Cognitive Development Theory in Teaching Why Behavioral and Cognitive Development Theory is Important? How Teachers Can Use This Theory? Behavioral and Cognitive Development Theory for...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The author and motivational speaker Hilary "Zig Zig" Ziglar wrote, "Repetition is the mother of learning, the father of action, which makes it the architect of accomplishment." Drilling is defined as a teaching technique or method used when teaching a new language through extensive repetition by students, also aided through audio, oral, or even optical channels or props. As with other teaching methods, repetitive drilling has both advantages and disadvantages and has been deemed effective and ineffective over the years.Table of Contents Training Accuracy Drawbacks Advantageous in Combination Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this post, we'll be uncovering the secrets behind successful language instruction. We'll be looking at three different methods - Audio-Lingual, Presentation Practice Production (PPP), and Engage Study Activate. These methods play a big role in helping you learn languages confidently. Join us as we dive into these approaches and discover how they can make language learning a fantastic journey!Table of Contents The Audio-Lingual method Typical features of an Audio-lingual Method lesson: Presentation Practice Production Phase 1 of the PPP Method: Presentation Phase 2 of the PPP Method: Practice Phase 3 of the PPP Method: Production Engage Study Activate Engage phase (Approximately 15% of the lesson time) Study phase (Approximately 40% of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The word 'drilling' in education refers to a teaching technique in which the teacher creates a certain pattern or structure to be practiced repeatedly by the students, for them to ultimately develop a system where they may identify and use the pattern or structure independently. Drilling as a technique has been put to use in teaching almost all subjects, but its efficacy has been particularly acknowledged in the field of language teaching, for training students in both pronunciation as well as grammar. However, just as it has been lauded for being a foolproof system of making students 'practice' a language, drilling has also been criticized for being a mechanical and largely monotonous process of memorization, followed by reproduction that is often...  [Read more]

When teaching English to children in a TEFL setting, it is essential to use a variety of interactive and engaging teaching methods to keep their attention and make learning enjoyable. Children have shorter attention spans compared to adults, so incorporating games, songs, and visual aids can help maintain their focus. Additionally, using repetition and positive reinforcement is crucial when teaching children as it helps them retain new vocabulary and grammar structures. It is also important to create a supportive and nurturing environment where children feel comfortable making mistakes and practicing their English skills without fear of judgment. Teaching English to adults in a TEFL setting requires a different approach compared to teaching children. Adults typically have longer attention...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The introverted Nathaniel struggled immensely through primary, high school, college, and music school. His first battle was learning how to read. At this point, no one knew he possessed a learning difficulty.Table of Contents Personal Experience Berlin, Germany Learning Efforts Colombia Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nathaniel F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Although he had an impressive spoken vocabulary for a boy, when he looked at words on a page he could not match them to their sounds, therefore pronunciation was not possible. This struggle with phonetic decoding was...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching techniques are a crucial aspect within the classroom and encompass all the different ways to take important information that a learner requires in understanding a specific topic and projecting it across a classroom/skype in a way that all the learners will listen, comprehend and apply. Teaching techniques come in many different forms. They can be in the form of simplistic games or the form of choral repetition.Table of Contents Understanding your teaching target Choral repetition Games Environment Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Brendan S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Different...  [Read more]

1. Importance of Traditional English Teaching Methods in Indian Schools 2. Effective Strategies for Implementing Traditional English Teaching Methods 3. Benefits of Using Traditional English Teaching Methods in Indian Schools 4. Conclusion English is a global language and a vital tool for communication, education, and employment in today's interconnected world. In Indian schools, the teaching of English is crucial as it opens up opportunities for students to access a wide range of resources and information. Traditional English teaching methods play a significant role in laying a strong foundation for language learning, especially in a diverse country like India where English is often a second or third language for many students. There are several effective strategies that can be...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Storytelling is used in the African culture to teach morals, values, historical lessons, and to communicate truths to all ages. Because words are highly valued by Africans, a skilled storyteller is viewed as an influential leader in a community, able to give wise advice. Since the method of storytelling is so widely used in African cultures for instruction, why not integrate it into teaching English to African students as a foreign language?Table of Contents Teaching Linguistic Skills Level of Attention Practical Mistakes Positive Influence on Child Development Tools of Storytelling Lesson Plan Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Stanislav T. Please note that...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Have young English learners in other countries faced the same problems as those who are in Vietnam? Some may appear alike but the others may occur differently. Personally, each individual may engage in varied private troubles. On a small scale of this little essay, it is advised to discuss three main objective factors that the majority of young learners may encounter. They are passive learning style, less communication practice yet heavy-grammar structure, and attitude towards education.Table of Contents Learning Style Grammar skills vs. Communication skills Attitude Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nguyen V. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Ron Borland Alumni Experiences When I think back to my time teaching English in Chile, I can say that it has been an awesome experience for me because of how wonderful it can be to share one's native language with someone else. Probably the best thing about it was to see the others in gaining their experience overall in adapting to the new way of thinking. I know I had my troubles as I had to teach sometimes in Spanish what the rule was in English. For that, I relied on the help of other teachers to help with some of the grammar.Table of Contents "I am very thankful for the TEFL course from ITTT" "The students were learning about different cultures, and I let them know about the States." "I will admit that I never did any lesson planning" "I will admit that I never did any lesson...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Chinese language is a tonal language can make learning English a real challenge for my students. The one thing I have on my side though is the fact that they are brought up to be dedicated at anything they do and hardworking. Although it's been mentioned that pronunciation is not the most important aspect of TEFL, it is to The Chinese Government. It's something we've been told we need to cover deeply along with reading and comprehension.Table of Contents 1. Repetition 2. Engaging activities 3. Small sentence drilling 4. Bright materials 5. New correction techniques 6. Reading to correct pronunciation Do you want to teach English abroad? You're only one step from it! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Paula S....  [Read more]

 Table of Contents Introduction to TESOL Training Methods Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) The Audio-Lingual Method Total Physical Response (TPR) The Direct Method in TESOL Blended Learning in TESOL Differentiated Instruction in TESOL Technology-Enhanced Language Learning Mastering TESOL Training Methods with ITTT TESOL training methods encompass a wide range of teaching approaches and strategies designed to meet the diverse needs of English language learners. These methods focus on developing language skills through interactive, communicative, and student-centred activities. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) offers comprehensive training in these methods, preparing educators to effectively teach English in various contexts and to...  [Read more]

Luciana Maluf TEFL Information Alumni Experiences "Every human being has a unique combination of intelligence. This is the educational challenge fundamental". - Howard Gardner.Table of Contents Here are some fun and engaging ideas to include individual Multiple Intelligences in an English language classroom: Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Gardner was an American developmental psychologist whose theory claims that the person possesses innate intellectual capacities that allow them to build their own knowledge, according to their needs and interests. Gardner classified them as intelligences and according to his theory, the traditional terms were: Verbal / Linguistic, Logical / Mathematical, Spatial / Visual, Bodily / Kinesthetic,...  [Read more]

1. Understanding Vocabulary Acquisition 2. Effective Strategies for Teaching Vocabulary 3. Incorporating Technology in Vocabulary Teaching 4. Assessment and Evaluation of Vocabulary Skills In teaching English as a foreign language, understanding how vocabulary is acquired is crucial. Vocabulary acquisition involves the process of learning and storing words in one's memory for later use. There are various theories on how vocabulary is acquired, such as the behaviorist theory, which focuses on repetition and practice, and the cognitive theory, which emphasizes the role of mental associations and connections. Understanding these theories can help teachers tailor their vocabulary teaching methods to suit different learning styles and preferences. There are several effective strategies that...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Songs, what are songs? Merriam-Webster define a song as a short poem or other set of words set to music or meant to be sung OR a single (and often standalone) work of music that is typically intended to be sung by the human voice with distinct and fixed pitches and patterns using sound and silence and a variety of forms that often include the repetition of sections. I will like to emphasize on some major factors that makes songs in the classroom very important in learning a new language and the general upbringing of children.Table of Contents Using Music, Songs and Rhymes as a Teaching Aid Songs - a Tool for Memorization, Coordination, and Imagination Carefully Selecting Songs Final Things To Consider Are you ready to teach abroad? Related Articles:...  [Read more]

 Table of Contents The Rise of Behaviorism in Language Teaching Military Influence on Language Instruction Key Principles of the Audio-Lingual Method Role of Drills in Language Learning Criticisms and Limitations of the Audio-Lingual Method Transition to Communicative Language Teaching Legacy of the Audio-Lingual Method in ESL Teaching Adaptations and Modern Applications Training in the Audio-Lingual Method ITTT's Approach to TEFL and TESOL Training The Audio-Lingual Method emerged in the mid-20th century, influenced by the rise of behaviorism in psychology and education. Behaviorist theories emphasized observable behaviors and the importance of conditioning and reinforcement in learning. This shift in perspective had a significant impact on language teaching approaches, moving away...  [Read more]