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The Most Common Problems Students in Russia Face When Learning English - TEFL Blog
Thu, 14 Feb 2019 Jon ITTT
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The Most Common Problems Students in Russia Face When Learning English
It is not a secret for anyone that native speakers of any language always easily identify "non-native" when they hear at least a few words spoken by them. Often native speakers are able to fairly accurately determine the country from which the person came, based on his pronunciation. This happens due to the fact that it is common for all of us to use the sounds of our native language in the pronunciation of words of a foreign language, as well as to use articulation models we know from childhood the position of the organs of speech (lips, tongue, etc.).
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The "Russian mistakes"
Muting voiced consonants in the endings.
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10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have - TEFL Blog
Fri, 28 Oct 2022 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have
With the advent of online teaching making such a large part of the ESL market, we need to be aware of some teaching skills for that area.
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Pronunciation
Grammar Knowledge
Teaching Methodology
Classroom Management
Online Teaching Skills
Monitoring
Student Motivation
Leson Design
Social Media Management
Business Development
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The Most Common Problems Students in Spain Face When Learning English - TEFL Blog
Mon, 11 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
The Most Common Problems Students in Spain Face When Learning English
For non-native English student in Spain, specific difficulties may be encountered when learning English. A good English teacher will help a student address those difficulties including, but not limited to, pronunciation, listening, and grammar.
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Lack in Listening Comprehension
"Unlearning" Mispronunciation
Regional Dialects Create More Difficulties
Grammar Patterns and Word Order
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Problems for Learners of English in Mandarin Speaking China - TEFL Blog
Wed, 31 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Problems for Learners of English in Mandarin Speaking China
Over the past three years, I've had the privilege of teaching English as a foreign language online for a company called Education First. The format would normally be an internationally diverse group in an audio-only platform. During these sessions, I found that my students from China would have specific challenges in pronunciation that many of my European and Brazilian students would not. I recognized their tendency to add an "a" at the end of words that clearly ended in a consonant. Unfortunately, I was not educated enough in the specific challenges that Mandarin speakers faced in their attempt to learn English. I'm scheduled to begin teaching in China later this year, and... [Read more]
Which English should be taught in the TEFL classroom? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Which English should be taught in the TEFL classroom?
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.
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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
How exactly do these forms of English differ?
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.... [Read more]
Advantages and Disadvantages of Teaching Phonetics - TEFL Blog
Mon, 11 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Advantages and Disadvantages of Teaching Phonetics
This will be a discussion aimed at presenting both the advantages and disadvantages of teaching phonetics. We will show how teaching phonetics help create approachability and reinforce language similarities. Inversely we will look at how English suffers from inconsistent phonetic rules and the conflict between words as written and words as said. We will also look at methods to mitigate these issues.
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Self-awareness
Noticing language similarities
English rules
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W.D. - U.S.A. said:
Problems for learners in ChinaThere are two main aspects that cause problems for chinese students. The first aspect is connected with the language itself. English and Mandarin ? the common language in china belong to different language families (English belongs to Germanic and chinese to Sino-Tibetan family) that have many differences in fields of phonetics, writing system and grammar. The second aspect considers different learning style of chinese... [Read more]
Challenges of Teaching Japanese Students - TEFL Blog
Tue, 24 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Challenges of Teaching Japanese Students
I think teaching is very rewarding, but teaching children are even more rewarding.
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Cultural Sensitivity
Teaching Children and Adults
Lesson Planning
Teaching Pronunciation
Challenges of Teaching Youngsters
Teaching Teenagers and Adults
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I don't think there's anything more beautiful in being able to be part of a child's growth by following the development of his mind and his abilities. The fact that our students are young do n' t mean at all that the teacher should underestimate or overlook something, rather it is one more reason to give the best of yourself.
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The Ideal Tool for Pronunciation Training - TEFL Blog
Fri, 07 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The Ideal Tool for Pronunciation Training
Helping students improve their pronunciation can be challenging for teachers and students alike. For students, they may have a strong desire to sound fluent but might struggle in knowing what mistakes they make and how to correct them. For teachers, they may be aware of the mistakes but may lack tools to help students accurately and precisely correct them.
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Common Methods
Feedback
Correcting Techniques
Technologies and Pronunciation
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Which English should be taught in the TEFL classroom? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Which English should be taught in the TEFL classroom?
The type of English taught in different countries will vary according to the preferences of that individual country. We focus here on British and American English as they are the most commonly taught variations of English worldwide. Many countries have a clear preference for the type of English taught in its schools and language centers. Some examples are shown on the map below:
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How exactly do these forms of English differ?
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.
Spelling Differences
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Mastering English Language Sounds: Enhancing Pronunciation and Auditory Receptive Skills - TEFL Blog
Thu, 24 Aug 2023 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Mastering English Language Sounds: Enhancing Pronunciation and Auditory Receptive Skills
Explore the challenges and strategies in teaching English language sounds and pronunciation across different age groups.It's widely known that students of various age groups exhibit varying learning capacities. Despite these differences and regardless of background or origin, learners of English (referred to as L2) often struggle with speaking and listening due to the language's heavy reliance on auditory comprehension. This article delves into the importance of addressing these pronunciation challenges, especially in the context of teaching English as a second language.
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The Challenge of Learning English as a Second Language - TEFL Blog
Tue, 08 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
The Challenge of Learning English as a Second Language
The process of learning a foreign language is not an easy one because they are expected to cover various aspects, and the challenges faced could cause a learner to take a longer time to learn the new language.
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Students' Feelings
Language Aspects
Cultural Specifics
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Students' Feelings
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How to Pronounce 'BICOASTAL' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, Linda takes on the pronunciation of the word "bicoastal". Enjoy the episode!
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How to Pronounce 'ESTIVAL' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, Linda takes on the pronunciation of the word "estival". Enjoy the episode!
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The Most Common Problems Students in Turkey Face When Learning English - TEFL Blog
Wed, 29 May 2019 Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
The Most Common Problems Students in Turkey Face When Learning English
As defined through the units of the course and through many linguistic books, pronunciation is to say a word in a language in the correct way. Although the correct pronunciation of words and even the correct intonation in sentences in English, is thought through course books all over the world and thanks to media students are exposed to the natural and correct pronunciation, numerous mistakes are observed inside the classroom and outside. The reasons for the problems in pronunciation might vary depending on the country. I have been teaching English in Turkey for a while and have witnessed many problems with the students which will be explained through this essay.... [Read more]
Phonetics/Phonology: Why Teaching this Neglected Aspect of Language is Important - TEFL Blog
Wed, 27 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Phonetics/Phonology: Why Teaching this Neglected Aspect of Language is Important
I chose this topic for my essay because it is not something I had ever given much thought to. As a native speaker, I don't recall studying correct pronunciation in school along with other aspects of language learning such as grammar and vocabulary. Correct, or at least acceptable and understandable, the pronunciation was something that just happened.
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Why is Teaching Phonetics Important?
What is the Best Way to Teach Phonetics?
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Pronunciation Problems of Students in the Philippines - TEFL Blog
Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Pronunciation Problems of Students in the Philippines
English has its place as the most frequently required subject of mostly Philippines' school and universities. This is because of the belief of most Filipinos that the mastery of the English language is the most important demands globally. We grew up believing that learning a second language is not an easy task, although other nationalities find that it is easy for us to imitate and practice the language. However, that is not the case. The problems of teaching and learning a foreign language, specifically English, have suggested some studies of the errors made by most Filipino students. In spite of the knowledge of English of the Filipino, there are times that most students... [Read more]
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How to Pronounce 'VOX POPULI' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, Linda takes on the pronunciation of the word "vox populi". Enjoy the episode!
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How to Pronounce 'KISMET' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word kismet. This word is a noun and means fate or destiny. The word comes from Arabic ?ismat meaning 'division'.
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How to Pronounce How to Pronounce 'RHADAMANTHINE' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word rhadamanthine. This word is used as an adjective and means showing inflexible judgment.
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How to Pronounce 'OPERATIONALIZE' - English Pronunciation
In this epidose, we cover the pronunciation of the word operationalize. This word is used as a verb and refers to the action of putting something nto operation.
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C.M. - China said:
Pronunciation problems in china Teaching English in any country will provide challenges in pronunciation and
china is no different. student often do not learn from a native speaker and
develop problems in their pronunciation early on and form bad habits. English
has several trouble sounds for students and also chinese in particular. When
these sounds are not learned correctly they become harder to correct as the bad
habit is reinforced over... [Read more]
The Problem of Pronunciation for Russians Learning English - TEFL Blog
Wed, 29 May 2019 Mark Crocker
Alumni Experiences
The Problem of Pronunciation for Russians Learning English
As a native Russian speaker I was worried about pronunciation from the very beginning of my English studies in primary school. It so happened that in my family my grandmother was an English teacher in high school who had worked in this position for more than 50 years. Naturally, I began my acquaintance with English much earlier than most of my peers. And the first step in the work of my grandmother in teaching me a foreign language was the formulation of pronunciation, something that most Russians have problems with.
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The Problem With Vowels
Looking on the Bright Side
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How to Pronounce 'ASSERTATION' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word assertation. This word is a noun and describes the act of asserting. The word comes from the Medieval Latin word 'assert?ti?n' meaning ?to affirm or assert?.
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How to Pronounce 'CATEGORICAL' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word categorical. This word is used as an adjective and means explicit and direct. It comes from the Greek word kat?goria meaning ?statement?.
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How to Pronounce 'UXORIAL' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word uxorial. This word is used as an adjective and describes things or habits relating to a wife. The word comes from the Latin 'uxor' meaning wife.
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How to Pronounce 'GOURMAND' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word gourmand. This word refers to a person who enjoys eating. The word found its way into the English language from the French language.
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How to Pronounce 'ANEMONE' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word anemone. This word is used as a noun and refers to brightly colored flowers of the buttercup family. The word comes from the Greek word anem?n? meaining 'windflower'.
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How to Pronounce 'CANOODLE' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word canoodle. This word is used as a verb and describes the action of kissing and cuddling amorously. The origin of the word is widely unknown.
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How to Pronounce 'INFLAMMABLE' - English Pronunciation
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word inflammable. This word is used as an adjective and refers to something that is easily set on fire. The word originates from Latin inflammare.
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