Teaching Adult Esl Students

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Games as a Teaching Method for Adult ESL Students When we start to learn new things as children, we tend to do that with the help of games. That is why in many classrooms of young learners, we find games to be a highly popular medium amongst educators. It is a way of absorbing and processing a piece of information in a fun and educational way. But when we grow up, we somehow forget the necessity of games in the classroom. Table of Contents Ice Breaker Ways to Include Games into Your Lesson What Games to Choose? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Anna B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Thu, 27 Dec 2018 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Advantages of Teaching Adult Students and Implications on Teacher’s Methodology How does teaching adults differ from teaching young learners? To most people, it should be rather obvious that teaching children is very different from teaching adults, due to adults being more mature and having more life experience than children. This article discusses the advantages of teaching adult students and what the implications on a teacher's methodology are. Adult learners refers to anyone who is above the age of eighteen. Although it is not a perfect definition, we will nevertheless use eighteen as our cut-off age since it is the most common age threshold in many language schools when it comes to deciding whether a student should go to a...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina 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. Read my articles Games as a Teaching Method for Adult ESL Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teaching adults. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts. Alumni Thoughts: Should Parents Take Part in their Child’s Learning Path? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by ITTT alumni who shared their thoughts on parents taking part in their children's' education. How the English Language Can Help to Change the World | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina 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. Read my articles Storytelling as a Part of Learning English as a Second Language in Early Childhood | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching ESL students with the help of storytelling. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points and reasons for using storytelling in the ESL/EFL classroom. Why Reading is a Skill to Teach in ESL Education | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina 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. Read my articles Why Do Chinese ESL Students Have So Many Troubles When They Learn English? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on common problems Chinese students have when they learn English. Group Teaching and One-to-one Lessons in The TEFL Teacher’s Practice | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by our recent TEFL graduate who shares her thoughts on teaching groups and individual students. Who Is Easier to Be...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina 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. Read my articles Songs in the Classroom: How to Create a Positive Environment and Achieve Teaching Goals | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is about teaching English with the help of songs. Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas. Differences for Children and Adults When Acquiring a Second Language | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how adults and children learn languages. How To Encourage Your Students to Overcome Stress and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina 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. Read my articles Two Primary Modes of Learning: Differences Between Young Learners and Adults | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their knowledge of teaching young students and adults. Secrets and Techniques to Teaching Receptive Skills | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares several secrets of teaching productive skills. What is Teacher Self-Analysis and Why is it Significant for Student and Teacher Relationships? | ITTT...  [Read more]

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Mon, 23 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Adults’ Learning Differs From Teenagers’ and Children’s Learning? ESL teachers must acknowledge that it is not equal teaching English Lessons to children, teenagers, and adults, there are some wide differences between the practices used in each case, classroom, population, levels, and country where English is taught, on this paper we will check how an ESL lesson may be affected by these variables, and how we could overlap them on the practices used in teenagers and adults English lessons. Table of Contents Basic concepts Self-concept Personal Experience Adults learning process Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Javier V....  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Korea Date posted:2009-01-20 | Writer: Kongju National University | Email: [email protected] Kongju National University requires 3 TEFL qualified ESL Instructors for the Institute of International Language EducationSALARY & BENEFITS(Based on a One-Year Contract)1) Minimum 25 hours per week2) Average overtime up to 5 hours per week3) 2.0-2.2 million KRW approximately per month, depending on overtime hours.4) Airfare of 500,000 KRW paid at the beginning and end of the contract5) Annual severance valued at one month's salary, paid at the end of the contract6) Furnished one bedroom apartment/house(Bed, Closet, Desk, Gas Range, air conditioner, etc)7) 10- weeks paid vacation per year(In addition to Statutory, University, Seollal, and Chuseok Holidays)8) National Health...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Korea Date posted:2009-01-20 | Writer: Kongju National University | Email: [email protected] Kongju National University requires 3 TEFL qualified ESL Instructors for the Institute of International Language EducationSALARY & BENEFITS(Based on a One-Year Contract)1) Minimum 25 hours per week2) Average overtime up to 5 hours per week3) 2.0-2.2 million KRW approximately per month, depending on overtime hours.4) Airfare of 500,000 KRW paid at the beginning and end of the contract5) Annual severance valued at one month's salary, paid at the end of the contract6) Furnished one bedroom apartment/house(Bed, Closet, Desk, Gas Range, air conditioner, etc)7) 10- weeks paid vacation per year(In addition to Statutory, University, Seollal, and Chuseok Holidays)8) National Health...  [Read more]

Sun, 16 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Learning Modes: Young Learners vs Adults In this short essay, I would like to share the differences in teaching YL and Adults. For effective learning, it is important for us, as teachers, to understand how these two groups go about learning. The critical point is the suitable design and delivery of the program. Table of Contents To enhance the adult learning and engagement Malcolm Knowles introduced 4 principles: 1. Involvement 2. Experience 3. Relevance 4. Problem-centered Teaching Young Learners vs. Adults: 1. Dependency: 2. Accepting Instruction: 3. Applying Learnings: Are you ready to teach English to ESL students abroad? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Eddy P. Please note that this...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Learning Modes: Young Students vs. Adult Students In the past, the emphasis on teaching a foreign language was, amongst other older techniques, Grammar-Translation, and is still used in some situation today. This method helped the student to learn 'about' the language instead of learning the language (ITTT Unit 3,3). Over time, and continuing today, more and more attention and research have been placed on the question of what makes a good language learner. Table of Contents Differences between youngsters and adults Differences between learning 1st and 2nd language Levels of expertise Approaches to teaching young students Approaches to teaching adults Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Difficulties of Classroom Management and Ways to Overcome Them Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of classroom management. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the point. How to Teach English to Children Online Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teaching English to children online. Keeping Adult Students Motivated: Reasons and Outcomes Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on keeping adult students motivated. Incredible Ways to Increase Students Self-Confidence in the Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to self-confidence of students in the ESL class. Lesson Planning...  [Read more]

Is it easier to teach English to children or adults? Is there an inherently simpler age group to teach English? The straightforward answer is no. Anyone who has navigated through varying classroom environments understands the stark differences between teaching adults and young learners. Each age group has their unique motives for being in the classroom, the levels of motivation and discipline fluctuate considerably, and even the learning styles can greatly differ. These disparities demand a teaching style that is specifically tailored to each group's needs. Let's delve into some of these key differences. Also read: What are the best books for teaching ESL? Motivation and classroom management When engaging with young learners, it is essential to keep them intrigued and motivated,...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers TEFL Perspectives for Non-Native English Speaking Teachers Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of native and non-native teachers of English. Our TEFL graduate shares their vision of the point. First and Second Language Acquisition: What do Teachers Need to be Aware of? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How the first and the second language are different in terms of acquisition? Our TEFL graduate explains. How Classroom Management Leads to A Positive Learning Environment Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains how classroom management influences the overall atmosphere of the class. An ITTT Alumna's Experience of Completing a TEFL Course Elizaveta...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 7 Best Get-to-Know Games for ESL Lessons Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas It's finally a back to school time! In this blog post, you will find the best ideas on how to break the ice with new ESL/EFL students and have fun with those you haven't seen for a while. How to Understand and Address Discipline in Adult Learners of EFL Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate tells about discipline in an adult ESL classroom. 5 Unusual Ways to Build Strong English Vocabulary Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares their ideas on how to build strong English vocabulary in your ESL/EFL students. With these ideas you will be able to...  [Read more]

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Use Videos in Online ESL Lessons Watching videos is an effective way to switch between different activities or time fill. Modern students are more likely to watch videos or look at images than to do worksheets or read. Videos are also excellent sources of audio-lingual information that develops listening and speaking skills. Table of Contents Goals and Exercises Why use video-listening activities? Student's Level Video Length Exercise Ideas What activities to prepare? Video Resources for Online ESL Lessons For younger students: Vocabulary lessons: For teenagers and adults: Are you ready to start your own teaching adventure? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Tips for Teaching Different Types of English Learning Groups There are many types of English learning groups and each group requires different teaching techniques. In my opinion, English learners can be divided into 2 groups: beginners and English learners for specific purposes. Beginners can be students who have no English at all or know a few simple structures. They can be children or adults. English learners for specific purposes are students who have a basic English level and want to achieve their specific aims of learning. Table of Contents Young Beginners Adult Beginners English Learners for Specific Purposes Conversation Learners Business Students Examination Classes Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Two Primary Modes of Learning: Differences Between Young Learners and Adults An ESL teacher will most likely teach a class with young learners and adults at some point in their careers. Teaching young learners and adults has its own set of challenges. Some of these challenges will be the learning experience that each possesses, the different ways of learning and how this affects the lesson, and the motivation of the student and how it affects behavior. Whether it is young learners for adults, the rewards can be satisfying. Table of Contents Learning Background Age Specifics Motivation Level Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Chris V....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina 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. Read my articles How to Teach English Grammar Communicatively | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas English can be taught in many ways. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers the communicative approach. How to Develop the Speaking Abilities of Kindergarten Level Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teaching speaking in a kindergarten. The Importance of Business English | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL...  [Read more]

Job For TEFL Qualified Teachers in USA Date posted:2014-10-13 | Writer: OISE | Email: [email protected] CEA-accredited private adult ESL school in Boston is looking for TEFL certified teachers. You will need to be available Monday-Friday; flexibility is essential; you might be called to teach very last minute. Our clients include executives, university students, and other ambitious adults. Successful applicants will be certified EFL teachers with one of the following: Mass license in ESL, MA in TESOL, TEFL /TESOL certificate, CELTA or DELTA certificates. They will have ample experience in teaching adult professionals in variety of settings and a firm grasp of English grammar. Business experience, TOEFL, academic background, and overseas teaching experience is a plus. If you care...  [Read more]

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas ESL Classroom Troubleshooting: ✅ TEFL Challenges for Students of Various Ages When starting a teaching career, it is necessary to be aware of the different difficulties groups of learners one will encounter. This includes young learners, beginners, multilingual, adults, and many more. Each group has a different class attitude and learning ability. While there are hundreds of different teaching activities and styles, not all of them will work with each group. It is important to distinguish the most useful from differing classes. Table of Contents Motivation Challenge for Adult Students Motivation Challenge for Young Learners English Level Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina 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. Read my articles Why the Role of the Parents in Education is Important | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by our TEFL alumna who shares their thoughts on the problem of parents in education. Is it beneficial for ESL kids to get family's assistance? The International Power of English | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on the international benefits of knowing English and why this language is actually so widely used. The Teacher’s Role as a Duty...  [Read more]

Sun, 19 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Adult Classroom Compared to The Adolescent Classroom Both adults and young learners are different age groups. Therefore, when working abroad and teaching adults there are both advantages and disadvantages when compared to young learners. Table of Contents Advantages of teaching adults Disadvantages of teaching adults Are you ready to teach English to vatious age groups? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Emma M. Advantages of teaching adults Adults tend to have greater levels of motivation than adolescents which is an advantage over young learners. Teaching and Learning in an adult student classroom 'behavioral problems are minimal,' as they are not always...  [Read more]

Thu, 16 May 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences How to Teach Young Learners vs How to Teach Adults Learning is something essential in anyone's life, not only as a human being but as a species. As humans we start learning about everything in our environment the moment we come into this world and this experience of learning proceeds with us throughout our lives till the moment we leave this world. The more we learn the more knowledge we accumulate, which will help us, as individuals or societies, to improve our lives in every way possible as long as we use this knowledge that we have learned and apply it correctly in our daily lives. It is evident that learning happens through communication and interaction between an individual and his/her environment and the main tool for interaction...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Organizing Activities for Students with Short Attention Spans Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to the problem of short attention span among ESL students. Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to organize activities. Top Strategies for Writing a Precise Lesson Plan Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on how to write an effective teaching plan. Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas. Simple Flashcard Activities to Have Fun During the Class Federico Riva Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate provides several games to apply in your lesson to have fun. Suggestions for Building Student Confidence Federico Riva Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted...  [Read more]

Opportunities in Saudia Arabia for EFL Teachers Date posted:2017-09-06 | Writer: Quality Education Company | Email: [email protected] The Quality Education Holding Company was founded in (2009, 1430H) to support the educational process in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; relying on the extensive experience of its members and employees in the fields of education, training and management, it successfully established many private and international schools, institutes and science academies all around the Kingdom. We are looking for male/female EFL teachers to work with our renowned universities across Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the Academic Year 2017 / 2018. JOB DESCRIPTION: • Teaching English Language to adult students • Planning, preparing and delivering lessons to adult...  [Read more]

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Differences for Children and Adults When Acquiring a Second Language This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Vemund V. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Children Adults Children Adults Natural abilities Ways to teach Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Children Also Read: "7 Great Games for Your ESL Conversation Class" Adults Children Also Read: How do I choose a TEFL course? Adults Natural abilities Children's natural ability to acquire new languages is strong before adolescence. Pronunciation comes easier, and vocabulary sticks during this time. A classroom of young students maybe a...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Influence of Seating Arrangements on Classroom Productivity Federico Riva Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to the problem of seating arrangement in the classroom. Our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the point. How Does the Role of the Teacher Affect a Student? Federico Riva Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL graduate who shares their thoughts on whether teacher influences students or not. Typical Problems Faced by Thai Native Speakers in English Federico Riva Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares his thoughts on some common problems faced by Thai native speakers when learning English. Comparing Young Learners and Adult Business English...  [Read more]