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Pros to Become a Volunteer English Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
I believe that volunteering as a concept is a worthwhile activity, especially if the volunteer is helping a charity. In the field of volunteer teaching, the volunteer can also gain valuable teaching experience which can provide a great start to their teaching career.
My Story
Reasons to Volunteer
How it Influences Your Experience?
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This follows my personal experience. I started my teaching career as a volunteer teacher of sixteen to twenty-year-old pupils at CDC (the Children's Development Centre), which is a school for Burmese migrants in Mae Sot, Thailand. I had no previous teaching experience at all, and the position allowed me to gradually gain teaching experience.... [Read more]
5 Amazing Props Worth Investing In For Teaching English Online - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
Teaching English online is becoming a more and more lucrative career for many TEFL and TESOL certified teachers out there. You can work from home or go full digital nomad and travel the world while teaching a couple of classes of English a day. To help you create fun and interactive lessons, we have compiled a summary of 5 amazing props with investing in for teaching English online below.
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1. Plush Food and Animals
2. Finger puppets
3. Flashcards
4. Online tools
5. Whiteboards or Chalkboards
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Teaching English to Older Students: ✅ The Pros and Cons - TEFL Blog
Francesca Marchi
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
What do you imagine there may be behind a group of old learners? Well, whatever comes to your mind, I can tell you it sounds like having an extended family that warms you up and makes you feel at home. Older students could be like loving grand-parents, great-uncles or great-aunts, and apart from relatives, caring neighbors and dearest friends. Actually, you may find out they are active pensioners, retired teachers or scholars, culture lovers, as well as humble workers without school-leaving certificates and, above all, passionate people and happy learners: these are senior students. In the following lines, I'm going to share my classroom experience with you. Join me to the end as we explore the advantages and the challenges of such a... [Read more]
The Pros and Cons of Teaching English One-to-One
Sarah Jennings
TEFL Information
Whether you want to make it your full-time job or teach English on the side, teaching one-to-one lessons will allow you to have access to additional employment options.
Personalised lessons
More participation and engagement
Minimal classroom management
Schedule flexibility
What are the challenges?
Particularly shy or quiet students
Lack of interaction with other students
Cancellations
Rather than looking for something fitting for an entire group of students, you can tailor your lesson plan, materials, and assignments to the needs of a single student. By customising lessons, you can also build a better rapport with your student. You can engage him or her by showing videos influenced by the things that he or she is interested in. It's also much easier to... [Read more]
Pros and Cons of Online TEFL Courses - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
There are many options for teacher training. Online TEFL courses are very popular, but we need to examine very carefully the pros and cons when we decide between online and onsite TEFL training.
Benefits of Taking an Online TEFL Course
Disadvantages of an Online TEFL Course
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Pros and Cons of ESL in Kindergarten - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Learning a new language is not an easy task, regardless of the age it is learned at. Typically it is a little easier to learn languages at a young age, as most of the learning process is done subconsciously and most activities are geared to be fun and informative. It is important to begin learning languages at a young age and begin to stimulate the different parts of the brain involved in language processing. Therefore it is important to begin learning English as a foreign language in kindergarten classes.
Anticipated Problems
Teaching Ways
Personal Experience
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Drilling as a Teaching Method: Pros and Cons - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching is a way of imparting knowledge to students. When teaching English imparting in language, it means the teacher will be imparting knowledge about the language to his/her students, according to the level of the student eg starters, elementary, pre-intermediate, intermediate or upper-intermediate level.
AN OVERVIEW OF DRILLING AS A TEACHING METHOD
When drilling it is important for the teacher to be clear, confident, enthusiastic and have a good voice projection.
ADVANTAGES OF DRILLING
DISADVANTAGES OF DRILLING
AN ANALYSIS OF DRILLING AS A TEACHING METHOD
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Pros and Cons to Know Students' Native Language - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Throughout the TEFL course, it is clear that teachers do not need to know the language of the host country to successfully teach English. I agree wholeheartedly with this assertion for various reasons. However, there are also certain advantages for teachers who know a foreign language have in the classroom. I will discuss the various ways that knowledge of a foreign language can help and hinder teachers in the EFL classroom.
Pitfalls of Knowing Students' Native Language
Attention to Students
Benefits of Knowing Students' Language
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Pros to Using New Technology in the Classroom - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In recent years, technology has become an integral part of our daily life. Businesses, hospitals, pharmacies, banks, shopping habits, and even our social life, all rely heavily on the use of technology. The education system is certainly no exception.
Advantages
Flexibility
Methods
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One of the most obvious advantages of using technology in education is easy to access to information. With online resources being just a click away, students and teachers alike can now have instant access to unlimited learning and teaching... [Read more]
The Truth About Online TEFL Courses: Pros And Cons - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Do you want to take a TEFL course but are not sure if online training is worthwhile? This live stream is what you need! The truth about Online TEFL courses. Our TEFL expert Liza will help you weigh the pros and cons and pick the most suitable options. Don't miss it! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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The Truth about Online TEFL Courses: Pros and Cons - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hello everybody welcome to another live stream session with itttt my name is lisa and i'm glad to be your host uh if you're interested in um the last the latest news um from the tefl industry feel free to join in our live stream sessions twice a week because um i go live uh every tuesday and my colleague linda goes live around thursday or friday uh so this is how we try to be helpful and um how we try to help teachers and those who want to become teachers uh to be more or less aware about what's going on in this tefl business in the tefl industry and everything basically related to teaching so uh today's live stream session is devoted to uh the truth about online tefl courses and i'm gonna share some pros and cons and of course i would like to um you know like compare online tefl courses... [Read more]
What are the pros and cons of TEFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Teaching English as a Foreign Language is a career that is open to anyone with an excellent standard of written and spoken English, regardless of age, nationality, or academic history. All you need, apart from a solid understanding of the language, is a TEFL or TESOL certification and the drive to make your dreams come true. However, despite all the many benefits that await teachers heading overseas, there are also a few potential issues that you need to prepare for. So what are the main pros and cons of TEFL?
Freedom
Money
Experiences
Friends
Loneliness
Red Tape
Discrimination
The Job
Once you have completed your TEFL certification course you will be able to apply for teaching jobs in virtually any country you can think of. If you dream of living and working by a tropical beach, or if a... [Read more]
EFL Recruiters vs. Independent Job Hunting - The Pros and Cons - TEFL Blog
Anastasiia Ovchinnikova
Visa and Legal Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Starting a new exciting journey as an EFL teacher abroad can also be quite stressful, especially when you are taking your first steps in this profession. When you type in "Teaching jobs in China" you immediately see that the Internet is overloaded with "incredible" opportunities for teachers, including free accommodation, a 5-hour working day, salaries of more than USD 2,500 - all with "no teaching experience required". Sounds incredible, right? Those companies are the death traps; they most likely won't be able to guarantee you anything and don't care about the safety of their professionals. All they want is to close the position and get a bonus.
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The Truth About Online Tefl Courses Pros And Cons - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Do you want to take a TEFL course but are not sure if online training is worthwhile? This live stream is what you need! The truth about Online TEFL courses. Our TEFL expert Liza will help you weigh the pros and cons and pick the most suitable options. Don't miss it! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: https://bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: https://bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: https://bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: https://bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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I’d Rather Teach Individual Students: Pros and Cons of Tutoring - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
In the classroom, there can be different ways of teaching, and ways this can be adjusted to meet all students' needs. This helps ensure all students are on the same level of understanding by the end of the lesson before moving on to another topic. Teaching one-to-one can help meet individual students' needs and wants, while teaching in a group allows all students to work together in pairs to help each other out, and may even make them feel more comfortable. This essay will look at the specific differences, including the positive and negative factors, of teaching one-to-one and in a group setting.
What's the difference between teaching one-to-one and group?
Benefits and downsides of tutoring
Attracting attention
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What to Expect in a Small ESL Program - TEFL Blog
Ashton March
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Imagine yourself preparing for your first day at your ESL school. You've created a cute presentation for your first lesson, prepared the group activities for your large classroom, and are overjoyed at the thought of meeting your smiley students. Except, you find yourself in a small classroom with one or two students, no tech whatsoever, and figuring out how your group activities are going to work now.
Creating Your Own Curriculum
Lack of Resources
Small Classes
Remember this!
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Accredited English teacher certification for international teachers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Unlock the door to a world of opportunities with accredited English teacher certification from ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). Whether you are a seasoned educator looking to expand your skill set or a newcomer to the field seeking a rewarding career change, our comprehensive programs are designed to equip you with the knowledge and expertise needed to succeed in the global classroom.
1. **Why Choose ITTT**
2. **Our Certification Programs**
3. **Benefits of Accreditation**
4. **Career Opportunities**
At ITTT, we understand the importance of quality education and the impact it can have on students' lives. With over 25 years of experience in the field, we have honed our programs to meet the needs of teachers worldwide. Our courses are developed by industry experts and are... [Read more]
Teachers Never Stop Learning - A TEFL Alumna's Thoughts on Being a Teacher - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
My teaching experience began in a whirlwind. I graduated from college a semester ahead of my class, married, lived with my husband in my sister's basement for two months, and moved to South Korea. We had no idea what to expect. Sure, we'd read the blogs, talked to the director of our school, and even talked with people we know who had lived and taught in Korea. It still didn't fully prepare us for what to expect, how amazing it would be, and how hard. We lived in South Korea for 19 months teaching three through seven year olds daily and first through third graders several times each week.
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When One Teaches, Two Learn - An English Teacher in Korea Shares Her Story - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
I decided to write about the subject I'm an expert in, my personal teaching experience. The focus will be on what I've gained from the last nine years as an EFL instructor. I'll begin by telling you about my first teaching position in rural South Korea. Next, I'll share my experience taking the TEFL course. Finally, I'll discuss my efforts to become an independent online English instructor. I hope my experience can provide some insight into some of the many options for EFL teachers.
Teaching English in South Korea
English education is everything in South Korea.
Taking the next steps towards a career in teaching English
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Online TEFL Courses vs. In-Class Study - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Online TEFL courses versus Onsite TEFL courses? Which is the best choice? In this essay, I will define what is an online course and onsite course, listing the advantages and disadvantages of both, and at the end giving my opinion on which I feel from my experience is the best choice.
Online TEFL Advantages
Online TEFL Disadvantages
Onsite TEFL Advantages
Onsite TEFL Disadvantages
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How can I collaborate with local teachers as a TEFL teacher? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Collaborating with local teachers as a TEFL teacher can be a rewarding experience that enriches both your teaching practice and theirs. Building relationships with local teachers is a crucial first step in establishing a successful collaboration. Attend school events, staff meetings, and professional development workshops to get to know your colleagues. Show interest in their teaching methods, cultural practices, and educational challenges. By demonstrating respect for their expertise and willingness to learn from them, you can lay the foundation for a productive partnership.
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Are there opportunities for TEFL teachers to lead teacher training workshops? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Teacher training workshops are a valuable opportunity for TEFL teachers to share their expertise and help other educators improve their teaching skills. These workshops provide a platform for professional development, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas in the field of English language teaching. Leading such workshops can be a rewarding experience for TEFL teachers who are passionate about education and want to make a positive impact on the teaching community.
To lead teacher training workshops in the field of TEFL, it is essential to have a strong educational background and relevant teaching experience. Most organizations look for candidates with a TEFL certification, a bachelor's degree in education or a related field, and several years of teaching experience. Additionally,... [Read more]
Are there opportunities for TEFL teachers to work as teacher trainers? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
A TEFL teacher trainer is an experienced educator who is responsible for training and supporting new or existing English language teachers. These professionals play a crucial role in helping teachers develop their teaching skills, improve their classroom management techniques, and stay up-to-date with the latest teaching methodologies and approaches in the field of English language teaching.
To become a TEFL teacher trainer, you typically need to have a recognized TEFL qualification, such as a CELTA or DELTA, along with several years of teaching experience. Many employers also prefer candidates with a relevant bachelor's or master's degree in education or a related field. Additionally, having experience teaching in different contexts, such as teaching young learners, business English, or... [Read more]
The Best Countries for Teaching English in 2023 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Hi, welcome Linda here. Back this week with another live session for ITTT today. We're going to talk about the best countries for teaching English abroad in 2023 next year. It's already December, it's December 9th today here in South Korea. It is 10:30 a.m. where I am.
So, the new year is approaching fast. Time flies. So, that's what we're going to talk about. Where are the best countries to teach next year? What are some predictions also for the EFL industry (English as a foreign language industry) for next year? What are some things that we see? What are some things that we can expect? And yeah, that's what we're going to talk about today.
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Top 4 Benefits of Teaching ESL Online - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
For years and years teaching the English Language has been something where you, study the courses in TEFL, pass the unit exams, receive a certificate and then finally begin the hunt for a job in another nation where one of the first things the school, company, group, etc. ask you is "How much experience do you have?".
Why is it convenient?
Reasons
1. You can enjoy flexibility
2. Get creative
3. Get the Experience You Need
4. Set your times
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TEFL ONLINE - page 5 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs online
There are students of English all over the world who prefer to learn English online rather than by physical attendance at a school or language academy. Qualified TEFL teachers are therefore hired by a number of different organisations to teach English online.
Here are some online teaching positions:
English Language Instructor | (Date posted:2024-04-25)
Date posted:2024-04-25 | Writer: MyES - My English School France | Email: [email protected]
My English School is looking for qualified, passionate English language Teachers to teach courses online over Zoom. Positions would initially be freelance, part-time roles, but with the opportunity for future growth. Full training in our teaching style provided, and materials provided for all classes.The ideal candidate will be:Native-level... [Read more]
Tesol Review From Student Charlotte Efl - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
In this TEFL review video, recent TEFL course graduate Charlotte from Hong Kong shares her thoughts on the TEFL course with ITTT. She enjoyed the course and learned a lot, from lesson planning to suitable teaching materials and props. After completing the course, she got hired as an English teacher in a kindergarten in Hong Kong and she loves working with the kids!
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Are there opportunities for TEFL teachers to work in teacher training programs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
TEFL teacher training programs offer valuable opportunities for English teachers to share their expertise with aspiring educators. These programs focus on equipping teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach English as a foreign language. As a TEFL teacher, working in teacher training programs allows you to make a significant impact by helping to shape the next generation of English teachers.
To work in teacher training programs, TEFL teachers typically need to have a combination of qualifications and experience. A minimum requirement is usually a TEFL certification, such as a CELTA or TESOL certificate. Additionally, having a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as English or Education, is often preferred. Experience in teaching English as a foreign... [Read more]
What are the opportunities for TEFL teachers to work in teacher training programs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
Working as a TEFL teacher in teacher training programs offers numerous benefits. Firstly, it allows you to make a significant impact on the quality of English language education in a particular region or country. By training local teachers, you are not only helping them improve their language skills but also enhancing their teaching methodologies and strategies. This, in turn, can have a ripple effect, as these teachers go on to educate countless students in the future. Additionally, teaching in teacher training programs can be a highly rewarding experience personally and professionally. You have the opportunity to share your knowledge and expertise with fellow educators, collaborate on innovative teaching techniques, and contribute to the overall development of the teaching community.
To... [Read more]
What are the opportunities for TEFL teachers to work in teacher education programs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
To work in teacher education programs, TEFL teachers need to possess certain qualifications and meet specific requirements. A minimum of a bachelor's degree in English, Education, or a related field is typically required. Additionally, a TEFL certification such as CELTA or TESOL is often necessary. Some institutions may also prefer candidates with a master's degree in Applied Linguistics or Education. Experience in teaching English as a foreign language is crucial, with many programs requiring a minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience. Teacher educators should also have a strong understanding of pedagogical theories, curriculum development, assessment practices, and classroom management techniques.
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