Teaching English As A Second Language Certification

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]

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. Table of Contents 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? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Abdelkabir E. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. How do we learn languages? It functions as a recognized means...  [Read more]

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]

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. Table of Contents Benefits and Drawbacks Research in the Field Anticipated Problems Results Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

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]

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Differences of Acquiring Mandarin Chinese as the First Language and English as the Second This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Susan T S G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Background Definition of First vs Second Language My Own Experiences with Acquired vs Learning Languages Sentence Structures Verbs and Alphabets Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Background Singapore is a multilingual and multi-ethnic society. We have four official languages Malay, English, Chinese (Mandarin), and Tamil, with Malay as our...  [Read more]

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Principles of Second Language Acquisition by Young Learners and Adults What makes the language learning experience so different for young learners compared to adult learners? How do adults and children acquire a second language differently? What benefits do young learners possess over adults when it comes to acquiring a second language and vice versa? The following essay attempts to provide an answer to these questions but more importantly, discuss the general differences between 1st language and 2nd language acquisition in young and adult learners. Table of Contents To start off, let’s take a look at what language acquisition even is. 2nd Language Acquisition Differences between young students and adults Do you want to...  [Read more]

Fri, 03 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Second Language Acquisition: Young learners vs. Adults What makes the language learning experience so different for young learners compared to adult learners? How do adults and children acquire a second language differently? What benefits do young learners possess over adults when it comes to acquiring a second language and vice versa? The following essay attempts to provide an answer to these questions but more importantly, discuss the general differences between 1st language and 2nd language acquisition in young and adult learners. Table of Contents The Essence of Language Acquisition Differences Between L1 and L2 for Kids and Adults Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Differences Between Learning Your First Language vs. A Second One Learning a second language can feel like stepping into a whole new world compared to the way you learned your first language. When you learn your first language, you take in that language in a very natural and organic way compared to the way you might obtain your second language. The first language you learn is what you hear from infancy as you grow up, as it’s the language you hear at home, on tv, at school and etc. And your second language will mostly be something you are taught in classroom which is not the same type of experience that you get from learning in your actual living environment. Table of Contents Extra knowledge Differences in concepts...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What Does First Language Acquisition Dependent On? In general, linguists maintain that a first language is acquired, that knowledge is stored unconsciously, and that a second language is learned, meaning that knowledge is gained through a conscious study of the second language’s structure. However, this distinction is not watertight and SLA can involve acquisition to a certain degree. Table of Contents The Level of Instruction Reasons for Decline in Acquisition of Certain Abilities The Influence of Environment Cognition Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nelida...  [Read more]

English Grammar -- Present Simple -- Forming Questions -- Teaching English Second Language   The structure of the question form of the Present Simple tense is the topic for this ITTT video. The positive and negative forms are discussed in other videos. Question Form: auxiliary verb 'do/does' + subject + base form of the verb Do I/you/we/they teach? Does he/she/it teach? Teaching English as a second language is an exciting and rewarding experience. The major qualifications necessary to gain a position teaching English as a second language are an internationally recognized TEFL or TESOL Certificate. ITTT has a range of courses that will provide you with the skills to begin your career teaching English as a second language. If you are interested in gaining your qualification follow the...  [Read more]

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 Grammar - Past Simple - Teaching Ideas 2 - Teaching English Second Language   In this video for a teaching English second language teaching idea the students are given a sheet of paper with a series of pictures and each picture has a prompt with complicated verb structure as well as irregular verbs. The students will have to look at the prompts and order the pictures so as to make a story in the past simple tense. For higher level students you could remove the prompts and leave it up to them to create their own story. Teaching English as a second language is an increasingly popular career move. Not only do get the opportunity to help a variety of people around the world achieve their language learning goals but you also get to experience what it is like to live in another...  [Read more]

Opportunity to Teach English in Colombia Date posted:2019-02-21 | Writer: Berlitz Colombia | Email: [email protected] Berlitz are looking for native level English speakers who are passionate about teaching EFL and would like to come to Colombia for a minimum of 6 months. We require a bachelor degree in teaching a second language or a teaching certification such as CELTA, DELTA, TESOL, TEFL, TKT or two years certified in teaching a second language. SALARY AND BENEFITS: • We will reimburse $300 USD towards the cost of your flight ticket • We will arrange airport pick-up, for that reason it’s very important that once you buy your tickets you send us a copy. • We will book and cover 3 nights in a hotel so you have time to find a permanent accommodation. • Housing...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained 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 devised online programs. 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! 4 Things To Love About Teaching ESL Sarah Jennings TEFL Information Teaching English in another country can provide significant financial benefits, making it an attractive option for those seeking both adventure and financial stability. How to Teach English...  [Read more]

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. Table of Contents Native Language Experience Second Language Experience Lesson Planning Learning Process in Specific Cases Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rebekah P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

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? 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]

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What are Some Common Linguistic Problems As we all know that the process of learning how to speak our first and second or third languages are different, we acquire the first language and learn second and third languages. When we speak our mother language, we can just say it automatically, we acquire our mother language from our environment, before we learn words and sentences, but when we learn a second language, we inevitably need to learn the vocabularies, clauses, sentences, grammar, etc first, then try to translate the second language to our mother language, which is complex. As far as common linguistic problems are concerned, I think there are a lot of problems to consider. Here are some of the most commoner linguistic...  [Read more]

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. Table of Contents More Freedom Practical Skills More Opportunities Are you ready to get your TEFL certificate? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences 1st Language vs. 2nd Language Acquisition: How and TEFL Instructors Must Learn from the First to Better Teach the Second The contrast between primary language acquisition and second language learning interests professional linguists, language pedagogues, and ordinary students alike. To say that the processes are distinct and involve very different learning processes, as well as even altogether different spheres of the brain is an understatement: these are indeed different functions (Limacher, Ute “Language Acquisition Versus Language Learning” ). Table of Contents Differences between the two types of acquisitions Language structure and learning process Personal experience The Consciousness of language acquisition...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Should a Parent Learn English too? Should a parent learn English too? Such an important question, with many benefits as to why a parent should learn English as a second language especially if they plan to have children. A parent knows the advantages of learning and speaking English in this constantly evolving global world. If a parent speaks English at home, it will significantly help with early exposure when a child first starts to talk. People are a product of their environment, and children mimic what they hear. The more a parent speaks in two languages, the more natural it will feel and sound to a child. When a parent speaks English, it will create many more benefits for their child and their future. Table of Contents English...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English Impact on The ESL Students' Future Career Perspectives English is one of the topmost spoken languages globally, along with languages such as Spanish and Mandarin. Just as being an EFL teacher can open many opportunities throughout the world for teachers, learning English as a foreign language can significantly impact students and help them gain access to new avenues in their careers. Table of Contents Benefits of Speaking English as a Second Language Bilingual Education Opportunities and Benefits Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

English Grammar - Future Perfect Continuous - Usage - Teach English as a Second Language   This video explains the usage of the future perfect continuous tense. This tense is used to talk about how long an action/event will have been going on by a certain time in the future. Although the future perfect continuous is rarely used in everyday English, if you are looking to teach English as a second language, you will need to be knowledgeable on even rare grammar points such as this. So if you are considering entering the world of English teaching the best way to equip yourself with the necessary skills is to take a comprehensive TEFL course and ITTT's online TEFL courses give you a good foundation in the areas of English grammar that you are most likely to encounter when you first set...  [Read more]

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. Table of Contents Through the lens of my experience Rapport...  [Read more]

Teaching English in Slovakia Date posted:2012-07-26 | Writer: EduPoint Language School | Email: [email protected] EduPoint Language School in Bratislava has immediate openings for TEFL qualified teachers to teach English as a Second Language to adults and children. We offer a one year contract to teach around 27 hours per week.Benefits package includes:• Starting salary from 465 EUR/month (net salary after all taxes paid).• Free accommodation (Home-stay).• Medical insurance.• Paid vacation and public holidays.• Full assistance with your paperwork. Work permit, residency permit, bank account etc.• Free airport pick up.We expect from you:• Hold an EU Passport• To be able to teach English as a second language.• To teach average 36 school hours/week (1 school hour = 45...  [Read more]

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? Table of Contents Language of Our Close Environment Artificial Process Which Language is Easier to Learn? Do you want to teach English as a second language? Related Articles: Listen to this...  [Read more]

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]

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. Table of Contents English Prevalence English in Asia ESL Career Difficulties Do...  [Read more]

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]