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Will TEFL certification help you teach English? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Will TEFL certification help you teach English?
In the same way that we would expect our surgeon, dentist or airline pilot to have undertaken some training, our students of English might also expect their teachers to be trained and competent.
What does it mean that our English teacher is competent? Possibly there are two major components to the answer:
1. The teacher has adequate subject knowledge.
2. The teacher has some classroom delivery skills.
So how can taking a TEFL certification provide this knowledge?
First you need to find a course that offers these components.
While many native English speakers have learned the rules of English grammar sub-consciously as part of their language development, this does not give them the necessary subject knowledge required to teach English. So... [Read more]
Are online English teachers in demand? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Are online English teachers in demand?
Online English teaching is an area of English education that has exploded over the past few years. More and more online teaching platforms are popping up offering a variety of English language classes to students all across the globe. There are group or 1 to 1 options, lessons that focus on speaking and pronunciation, and some that are entirely aimed at business professionals. The world of online English teaching is seemingly limitless. Due to this huge variety, the demand for online English teachers from all sorts of backgrounds is immense.
Are TEFL qualified teachers in demand in English speaking countries?
The beauty of online teaching is you can be based wherever you like. This means you do not have to move to another country or even leave... [Read more]
TEFL Costa Rica - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Energetic Teacher Wanted Toteach Efl In San Jose Costa Rica
Energetic Teacher Wanted toTeach EFL in San Jose, Costa Rica
Date posted:2006-03-27 | Writer: Heidy Bermudes | Email: [email protected]
We are looking for a few good teachers that are certified native English speakers, to teach English as a second language at the corporate offices of our clients, and will be in Costa Rica for at least six months. We teach all levels of English to our corporate clients.
What we are offering you:
Free airport pick up (if you would like). Help with finding a place to stay. $7.00 USD per hour (?3, 500.00 per hour) Aproximately 2 to 6 clients per week.** Paid every Friday in CASH (colones). Class sizes: 1 to maximum of 12 students Free access to Internet. Teach highly motivated students in their offices. We do not pay for airfare or... [Read more]
What Makes ESL Kindergarten so Challenging for Teachers? - TEFL Blog
Wed, 30 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
What Makes ESL Kindergarten so Challenging for Teachers?
Any kind of teaching is always a big challenge itself, no matter who you teach what you teach and where you teach. Teaching has been one of the most important and still complex processes for the teachers and students at the same time, especially teaching languages, as it is a sensitive and hard job. Teaching different subjects requires different approaches to it, so does teaching languages, particularly teaching foreign languages. English is one of those demanded languages being taught ages in foreign countries as a second language in educational institutions such as schools, university colleges, kindergartens, etc.
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The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained
The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained
Professional Development for EFL Teachers
Sarah Jennings
TEFL Information
Obtaining a TEFL certification marks the onset of your journey as an EFL teacher. Truth be told, it’s merely the tip of the iceberg!
The Importance of Motivation in Online Teaching
Sarah Jennings
TEFL Information
Motivation serves as a cornerstone for language learning success, and while students are expected to bring their own motivation to class, teachers play a significant role in fostering and sustaining it.
The Advantages Of ITTT’s Global Network
Sarah Jennings
TEFL Information
International TEFL and TESOL Training has been providing TEFL/TESOL training and qualifications for 30 years across a vast network of training centres as well as expertly... [Read more]
What are TEFL acronyms? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
What are TEFL acronyms?
Acronyms are an essential tool used in all professions and technical writing. They are powerful tools to reduce word content. However without knowing what the acronym stands for, they can form a barrier to understanding. In the ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching world there is certainly no shortage of acronyms. Here we look at a few and one in particular, TEFL.
Some useful teaching acronyms are:
ELT: English Language Teaching. This is a general term for teaching English and applies to the teaching of English to both native and non-native English speakers.
ELL: English Language Learner. This is a general term for anyone learning English and applies to learners of English who are native or non-native English speakers.
ESL: English as a Second Language: This... [Read more]
What are TEFL acronyms? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
What are TEFL acronyms?
Acronyms are an essential tool used in all professions and technical writing. They are powerful tools to reduce word content. However without knowing what the acronym stands for, they can form a barrier to understanding. In the ESL (English as a Second Language) teaching world there is certainly no shortage of acronyms. Here we look at a few and one in particular, TEFL.
Some useful teaching acronyms are:
ELT: English Language Teaching. This is a general term for teaching English and applies to the teaching of English to both native and non-native English speakers.
ELL: English Language Learner. This is a general term for anyone learning English and applies to learners of English who are native or non-native English speakers.
ESL: English as a Second Language: This... [Read more]
Qualities of a Good ESL Teacher - TEFL Blog
Tue, 12 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Qualities of a Good ESL Teacher
Becoming a teacher of any nature requires a good amount of skills, but becoming an English as a foreign or second language teacher requires a special batch of skills. All types of teachers should have the same general qualities; communication skills, patience, good listening skills, the ability to connect and build relationships with students, hard work ethic, preparation, and organization, and be friendly, personable, and approachable. Being a teacher means interacting with people for most of, or part of the day, and understandably sharing your knowledge, with the students.
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Classroom Style
Understanding Students' Challenges
My View on Teaching Qualities
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The Difference Between First and Second Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Tue, 17 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Difference Between First and Second Language Acquisition
In this course, there were many ideas presented about the best way to teach English as a foreign language, from lesson planning to the activities, to the way the lesson is structured. All of these things were discussed, keeping in mind that learning a 2nd language is very different from the way we learn our first language.
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Native Language Experience
Second Language Experience
Lesson Planning
Learning Process in Specific Cases
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Rocket Science of Being a Teacher - TEFL Blog
Thu, 25 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Rocket Science of Being a Teacher
Teachers are arguably one of the most important figures in society. They are the people that shape and influence society. Teachers have been around since the beginning of time. Some remarkable teachers, such as Jesus and Buddha, continue to leave their influence on society today. Many great teachers have similar qualities. It doesn't matter where they came from. What made them great was that they had a passion for what they taught, led by example, and had a sincere desire to make a difference. In my opinion, the role of a teacher is to have these three qualities and the rest will follow.
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Teacher's Attitude
Role Model
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Teaching With The Help of Interesting Resources - TEFL Blog
Fri, 16 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching With The Help of Interesting Resources
As our world evolves, it presents a variation of digital tools that can be used as support when teaching a Second Language. The number of students that need to learn a new language continually grows. Considering this, teachers need to update and improve their teaching style and use every tool that is presented to them.
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Listen to this blog post:
Process of Learning
Teaching Aids
Benefits
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TEFL Greece - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Volunteer To Teach English In Greece ann. 2
Volunteer to Teach English in Greece
Date posted:2018-09-20 | Writer: Second Tree | Email: [email protected]
Do you want to use your TEFL skills to help refugees and asylum seekers develop their language ability? Second Tree is a Greek non-profit and non-governmental organization based in Ioannina, Epirus, founded in January 2017 by a group of volunteers that had worked together in the Katsikas refugee camp. Since our inception we have worked with and supported refugee communities across the Epirus region, and we continue to grow in our four key areas.
Integration – through workshops and activities that develop connections with the local community and economy; fostering an avenue for cohesion and unity.
Education – through non formal English Classes for teenagers and adults... [Read more]
Sources and Significance of Motivation in Second Language Learning - TEFL Blog
Wed, 29 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Sources and Significance of Motivation in Second Language Learning
In acquiring a second language, the end goal of the student and teacher should be shared. The student ultimately wants to acquire at least some level of proficiency in the second language, while the teacher wants to assist them in that task. For most learners, this is a difficult journey that includes a lot of rote memorization and potentially anxiety-causing first-hand practice. Without sufficient motivation, it can be extremely difficult for students to consistently study for the long hours that may be required. It may also prove overwhelming for them when they try to practice the language in the real world. If they are embarrassed about making mistakes, they will... [Read more]
Why it is Important to Know the Difference Between ESL and EFL - TEFL Blog
Wed, 22 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Why it is Important to Know the Difference Between ESL and EFL
Just like any profession, teaching English has specific terms and acronyms that can be used to describe the job. While teaching English to speakers of other languages (ESOL) is an overarching term to describe the job of teaching English to those who do not use English as their native language, ESL (English as a Second Language) and EFL (English as a Foreign Language) must be distinguished. ESL and EFL describe different locations, purposes, and techniques for teaching English. Additionally, it may be beneficial for instructors to experience teaching both ESL and EFL to be a well-rounded and sympathetic instructor.
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English as a Second Language
English as... [Read more]
Teaching English as a Non-Native Speaker - TEFL Blog
Sun, 29 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teaching English as a Non-Native Speaker
Can a non-native speaking English be a TEFL teacher? Generally, employers will consider candidates from Us, Canada, England, and Australia for their hiring position. Therefore this may imply some difficulty to who is trying to establish a career teaching path. The answer to the question is YES!
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Benefits
Second Language Experience
Native vs. Non-Native
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Benefits
Despite all the difficulty, a non-native may encounter, the knowledge and... [Read more]
First and Second Language Acquisition: What do Teachers Need to be Aware of? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 06 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
First and Second Language Acquisition: What do Teachers Need to be Aware of?
Every person living in modern society has the first language; this is the language which we have learned fluently without conscious effort, it was taught to us as children by the people in our immediate surroundings, usually parents or caregivers. Not everybody, however, has a second language. Unless raised in an environment where there is more than one language spoken regularly (by multilingual parents or others whom we are in regular contact with), for most people a second language takes conscious effort to acquire, for a range of motivations, and usually through at least some form of study and education. Learners of a second language may, for example,... [Read more]
English as a World Language - TEFL Blog
Wed, 06 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
English as a World Language
English is considered a universal language, mainly because it is widely spoken all over the world. English was originally the language of England. Its expansion became imperative due to the dominance in world trade, religion, technology, tourism, education and so on. UK expansion and incursion of the USA as the first world power saw the migration of the English language all over the world. About 70 countries adopt the English language as their official language and statistics have it that the English language is one of the easiest languages to learn when compared with other languages like Chinese, French, German or Spanish.
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English Prevalence
English in Asia
ESL Career Difficulties
Do... [Read more]
How Can Knowledge of First Language Acquisition Aid Successful Second Language Acquisition? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 06 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
How Can Knowledge of First Language Acquisition Aid Successful Second Language Acquisition?
Successful acquisition of a first language (otherwise known as an L1) has almost a 100% success rate. Aside from a few people that are unable to read or write everyone can communicate fluently in their L1. Successful acquisition of a second language, however, does not occur nearly as often. Why is this so and can anything be learned from first language learning to improve second language fluency.
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Variations in the English Language Form
Language Acquisition Process
Second Language Acquisition Process
Teaching Ways
Children and Language Acquisition
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The Principal Differences Between The First and Second Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Tue, 15 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Principal Differences Between The First and Second Language Acquisition
Second language acquisition is used to refer to any language other than the first language, so it refers to the acquisition of any language after the acquisition of the mother tongue.
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How do we learn languages?
Why does a person need to learn a second language?
What is assimilation?
What is developing during second language acquisition?
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How do we learn languages?
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Native Language Experience in Second Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Tue, 17 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Native Language Experience in Second Language Acquisition
A language is a tool for people to communicate, so there must be some connections among different languages, include similarities and differences. If we can use their similarities properly and pay attention to differences, different languages can be interlinked. Therefore, the first language not only has a positive impact but also hurts second language acquisition. We call these effects 'language transfer'. There are two kinds of language transfer, positive transfer, and negative transfer.
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Benefits and Drawbacks
Research in the Field
Anticipated Problems
Results
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Mark Crocker ITTT TEFL
After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer.
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How Important are Phonology and Pronunciation in the English Language Classroom? | ITTT | TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
Alumni Experiences
There are many important areas of English language teaching, including phonology and pronunciation, but how important are they? In this post, an ITTT graduate looks at these areas from his own experience in the classroom.
Why Teachers Need to Complete a TEFL Certification Course Before Heading Overseas | ITTT | TEFL Blog
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The Principles and Peculiarities of Second Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Tue, 28 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Principles and Peculiarities of Second Language Acquisition
Language is one of the most significant aspects that differentiate humans from other species. The method of human communication is considered unique as it incorporates both spoken and written communication. The use of language in communication consists of the use of words in a structured or conventional way. Language acquisition is considered one of the most unique and impressive aspects of human development both psychologically and cognitively. However, every human acquires the language they encounter as children. It is from this point that they can learn multiple languages, although these languages will always be unique from the first language they were exposed to.... [Read more]
What Should be Considered When Teaching English as a Global Language? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 08 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
What Should be Considered When Teaching English as a Global Language?
We are moving closer to becoming a Global Village in this more inclusive and competitive world, the need to be able to communicate effectively becomes a real necessity. Communicating effectively is no longer a nice to have skill but it is now becoming essential. Due to historical facts and the current geopolitical situation English has become the language of choice to progress, it is particularly and increasingly used in business, tourism, and social media environments.
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The history of English expansion
Variants of English
English as a Second Language
Problems
Teacher's Role
When to Start Learning English?
Do you want to teach English abroad? Take... [Read more]
The Principles of Encouraging Students for a Better ESL Performance - TEFL Blog
Thu, 31 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Principles of Encouraging Students for a Better ESL Performance
Any action performed by living beings is supported by a motive. In humans, we are driven by motivators unique to each one of us; without this motivation, our goals and desires remain unaccomplished. There are different types of motivators both internal and external that of which directly impact second language acquisition in the classroom. In this setting both parents and teachers alike play a pivotal role in motivating students, thus enabling their success in second language learning. This essay will outline how motivation, both intrinsic and extrinsic, affects students in the language learning classroom and how a teacher may establish motivation in students.... [Read more]
Benefits You Can Get if You Obtain a TEFL Certificate - TEFL Blog
Sun, 02 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Benefits You Can Get if You Obtain a TEFL Certificate
More and more persons enjoy traveling and even make it their lifetime hobby! More young couples and families are hungry to discover new cultures and love meeting like-minded people. Sometimes mature individuals, who find themselves in different circumstances, either by choice or not, are looking for a change and wish to learn a new skill that would give them something worthwhile to do on their travels. These are only just a few reasons why someone would want to complete a TEFL course.
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More Freedom
Practical Skills
More Opportunities
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The Challenge of Being a TEFL Teacher in a Chinese Kindergarten - TEFL Blog
Tue, 10 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The Challenge of Being a TEFL Teacher in a Chinese Kindergarten
Education is one of the most important and complex processes of all humans achievements, especially early childhood education. It requires good attention and hard work. Learning language is one part of those big achievements, once the language is given as a second language for young learners, therefore teaching English as a second language in primary institutions like kindergartens is a great challenge itself as for the students so for the teachers. Building a relationship with the children in the second language without utilizing their mother tongue demands great work. Teaching kids in the kindergarten must be motivating.
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Teaching Skills
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TEFL for Non-Native English Speakers - Is it possible? - TEFL Blog
Mon, 15 Apr 2019 Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
TEFL for Non-Native English Speakers - Is it possible?
TEFL is an essential certificate for native and non-native English speakers who want to teach English abroad. TEFL stands for "Teaching English as a Foreign Language". It is believed that TEFL courses are merely a precondition to teaching English abroad, but actually, a TEFL will open a completely new world of education and travel.
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What is Teaching English as a Foreign Language?
Non-native speakers have studied English in depth.
Non-native English teachers understand what it's like to learn a second language.
Bilingual or multilingual people are more open-minded.
Non-native English teachers add their own cultural perspective to the classroom.... [Read more]
TEFL Middle East - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach Efl In Kuwait 1
Teach EFL in Kuwait (2)
Date posted:2013-11-20 | Writer: UAC Kuwait | Email: [email protected]
One of the largest training centers in Kuwait is looking for an English Teacher (full time position). Incorporated in 2008, United Arab Company (UAC) is headquartered in Kuwait and is a part of Faisal Al-Rasheed Group with major investments in Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Egypt. To qualify for the position you MUST meet the following requirements:
* Female, native level English speaker
* Experienced in teaching ESL to kids and adults
* Meet one of the following education/experience thresholds:
1) Hold a Bachelor or Master degree in Teaching English as a Second Language/English as a Second Language (ESL)/English as a Foreign Language (EFL)/English for Speakers of Other... [Read more]
Reading and Its Influence on Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Wed, 11 Dec 2019 Federico Riva
Alumni Experiences
Reading and Its Influence on Language Acquisition
There are numerous reasons why a person may choose to read. One of the strongest motivators to read is the ability to gain knowledge and to learn new information. Another common reason why an individual decides to read is for enjoyment and for the chance to use their imagination. All of these factors play a role in how reading aids in language acquisition, whether it be a person's native language (L1) or a second language (L2).
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Four Skills Together
What is Reading for You?
Reading as a Source of Learning L2
Methods of Reading
Planning Reading Activities
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Differences Between Mother Tongue and a Second Language - TEFL Blog
Thu, 23 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Differences Between Mother Tongue and a Second Language
Anyone who has tried to learn a language as a second language is likely to express at some stage or another how difficult it is. We speak of absorbing our first language and having to work hard for our second. We will often look towards those who have learned more than one language at the same time, bilingual for example, as being lucky and that the path was easier for them. So, is the first language easier to learn and why, and can we use those techniques to learn or teach a second language?
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Language of Our Close Environment
Artificial Process
Which Language is Easier to Learn?
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