Teaching Prepositions

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! The Prepositions of Time: At, On & In   The prepositions of time, "at", "on" and "in", describe when something happens, happened or will happen. What exactly is the different between these three prepositions? Let's have a look below.   When do we use "at"? We use "at" for a specific time or hour of the day, for example: "At" is also used for a holiday period or a festical, such as:   When do we use "on"? We use "on" for specific days, for example: We also use "on" when talking about dates, for instance:   When do we use "in"? The preposition "in" is used with months, for example: The preposition "in" is also used with years, for example: The preposition "in" is also used with decades, such...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Basic Preposition Worksheet This is a sheet for younger students to practice the basic prepositions. Have them put the right preposition in the gap and then color the sheet in.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Easter Prepositions Where is the bunny? For this worksheet, students have to find the correct preposition: over, between, behind, on, in, under, in front of, or next to.   This is a great worksheet to do during Easter time to practice the prepositions of place. Where is the bunny?   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Furniture and Prepositions "A messy room" Students will have to complete the sentences with a preposition of place and match the words supplied with the picture.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Parts of Speech in English Grammar   The parts of speech explain how a word is used in a sentence. There are 8 parts of speech (also known as word classes): nouns, pronouns, adjectives, verbs, adverbs, prepositions, conjunctions and interjections. Let's take a look at them below.   8 Parts of Speech in English NOUN A noun names a person, place, things or idea. Examples: dog, cat, mouse, student, cucumber, apple, Lucy and etc.   ADVERB An adverb tells how often, how, when, where. It can describe a verb, an adjective or an adverb. Examples: loudly, always, never, late, soon etc.   VERB A verb is a word or group of words that describes an action, experience. Examples: realize, walk, see, look,...  [Read more]

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Challenges of ESL Learners in China The country of choice I would like to speak about is China. I have been teaching in China for about a year at all levels. Several problems face English learners in this country ranging from the use of prepositions, modal auxiliary and the male and feminine pronouns. Table of Contents Personal Pronouns Prepositions Modal Verbs Grammar Learning Approach Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Mandella Elorm A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Personal Pronouns ESL learners especially adult learners happen to have a persistent problem with the...  [Read more]

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences What is Grammar in English - Everything EFL Teachers Need to Know English language grammar has a whole lot of definitions that focus on sound rules, words, sentences, and the combination and interpretation of other elements to make complete sense. To achieve this, the International TEFL and TESOL Training Lessons outline several aspects of the English language, such as parts of speech, present tense, past tense, future tense, phrasal verbs, and passive voice. Table of Contents PARTS OF SPEECH Nouns Pronouns Verbs Adjectives Adverbs Prepositions Conjunctions Gerunds Articles TENSES IN SENTENCES The Present Tenses Past Tenses Future Tenses MODAL AUXILIARY VERBS METHODOLOGIES Conclusion Are you ready to...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! All Types of Verbs in the English Language Verbs are one of the most important parts of speech in English and incredibly important for learners of English. The below infographic showcases all types of verbs in the English language.   What is a verb? Generally speaking, a verb is a word that shows an action, state or an event. It is an essential part of a sentence and is known as the soul of language. For example: "They study English grammar." (Action) "We celebrate independence day." (Event) "I sleep at night." (State)    Following are the different types of verbs:   REGULAR VERB When a verb's past tense (2nd form) and past participle (3rd form) is created by adding ‘d’ or ‘ed’, it is...  [Read more]

English Grammar Overview - Parts of Speech - Prepositions   Moving further down our list of the parts of speech, we have our prepositions. Prepositions show a relationship between a noun or a pronoun and the rest of the sentence. We have three main categories: time, place, movement as well as a miscellaneous category that doesn't fit the other three. Here, we can have prepositions of time: before, during, in, at or on. If I said, "I work at eight o'clock," I'm sharing a relationship between the time "eight o'clock" to the rest of the sentence. We have our prepositions of place: in, at, on, under, in between. If I said, "The book is under the table," I'm showing a relationship between the table and the rest of the sentence. Then, we have our prepositions of movement. These show...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! 100 Prepositions List in English Prepositions are one of the most important parts of English grammar. Here is a list of the 100 most important prepositions in English.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Parts of the Day - Prepositions of Time This infographic looks at the prepositions of time AT, ON, IN with parts of the day (morning, afternoon, evening, night).   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certification with ITTT.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Prepositions of Place - Where are the mice? This is a writing activity for beginners. Students practice the use of the prepositions of place, there is / there are and places and items in the house.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL Certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Thu, 09 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The 7 Most Common Problems for ESL Learners from Chile This essay displays my own experience as well as information from other (internet) resources. I work as an English teacher in Chile, mainly teaching professionals in the mining industry. Table of Contents 1. False cognates 2. Spelling 3. Use of the subject 4. Pronunciation 5. Hacer and to do and to make 6. Third-person 7. Prepositions Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Only 3 to 5 percent of the population in Chile speaks proficient English. The Ministry of Education created a plan to upscale the level of English and the percentage of English speakers in the country. They welcome teachers from abroad. Chile is a Spanish speaking country. Spanish speakers...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Prepositions of Place in the Bedroom Worksheet This is a practice worksheet for place prepositions with a great picture. The students must select the correct option from the brackets and then perform the true or false test. They must then write ten sentences about items in their own bedroom.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL Certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Peculiarities of the English Language Every ESL Teacher Needs to Know A language is a tool that allows us to organize our thoughts as well as to communicate. Since language is unable to be separated from our conscious thought, it can be difficult to imagine how another language can function without the use of the core elements that we employ in our own native language. Likewise, it can be difficult to comprehend the function of a language element completely foreign to us. As a teacher, it can be important to understand the peculiarities of English to understand which language elements may be more difficult for the student. Some elements that may be completely new to English learners are the number system, verb tenses, and...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Since and For - What is the difference?   "For" and "since" are prepositions used when talking about time. Let’s look at the difference between the two words.   For and Since are prepositions. Let’s look at the difference between these two words.   FOR "For" is used with a period of time. This is often a number plus a time word. "For" is used when we measure the duration of something or how long it lasts. It has a start point and an end point and can be used in different tenses. Here are some example sentences:   SINCE "Since" is used with a starting point or a time or date. It refers to something that started in the past and continues until now. "Since" is mostly used with the present perfect...  [Read more]

Sun, 15 Oct 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Challenge of Teaching English Grammar One of the most intimidating requirements for many English teachers is teaching English grammar. This is due to the many components of English grammar, including, but not limited to, parts of speech, as well as past, present, and perfect tenses. Conditionals, direct and reported speech, modals, and phrasal verbs all fall under the English grammar umbrella. Table of Contents Understanding the Components of Grammar Navigating Tenses and Verb Forms Exploring Voices and Modals Mastering English Grammar Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Disclaimer: The views...  [Read more]

Lesson Course TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Lesson Course TEFL and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: Check out ITTT's Blog Posts C.S. - U.S.A. said: Problems for learners in south koreaAs korea attracts more and more foreigners that live and visit the country, koreans are likely to be exposed to English and pick up certain vocabulary words. This is especially true for koreans that live in the cities according to the Frankfurt International School. Darian Godfrey of tesolcourse.com addresses the fact that a typical ESL student in korea has acquired a vocabulary of English words that they use on a daily...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! What are the children doing? This is a fantastic worksheet to practice the question words, present continuous, has got, prepositions, colors, and shapes.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Mon, 27 May 2019 William Noble Destinations Teaching Ideas English Speaking and Writing Errors made by Chinese Primary Students I have been an online ESL teacher to Chinese students for over 13 years, mostly with primary students but also with secondary and adult students. I am also a father and have homeschooled my daughter over her primary years. Like many teachers, I've enjoyed teaching at this level of education as it lays the foundation in English. As it set the foundation, my teaching helped students to overcome common errors in production skills, speaking and writing. Teaching both my daughter and Chinese students at the primary level also helped me also to understand the different expectations between first language and second language students. Table of Contents Speaking...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Where Are You - Giving Directions Look at the map and then complete the sentences using the right prepositions of place.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL Certification with ITTT.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! How Observant are you? What can you see? Picture Description This is a great activity to practice speaking skills, grammar patterns, prepositions and even writing skills. Super versatile!   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

What are the main differences between American and British English? British and American English showcase several key differences that learners should be aware of: These differences underline the richness and diversity of the English language, influenced by geographical and historical contexts. Table of Contents Differences in vocabulary Differences in grammar Collective nouns Have and take Prepositions Past tense verbs Differences in spelling Differences in dates Differences in vocabulary Vocabulary discrepancies constitute a major source of confusion. Numerous words have distinct meanings in the two language versions. While teaching English, it is natural to focus on the words that make the most sense to you personally. However, it is important for students to be aware of alternative...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Past Simple Irregular Board Game This board game is a great speaking practice on some past simple irregular verbs.   Students take turns asking and answering questions about actions which happened in the past. They can practice some prepositions of time as well for more advanced students.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Time Expressions Board Game This is a fun board game to practice time expressions and prepositions of time. Your students talk in pairs about the topics on the sheet. Each student places their counter on one of the "start" squares and then move forward by one square at a time talking about the topic using the appropriate time expressions.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? Get your TEFL or TESOL certification with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Christmas Tree Reading Comprehension This is a printable worksheet for reading comprehension. The students revise the verb "to be" in the present simple and prepositions of place.   Read the text and write the missing words (is or are). Think about what present could be in the box and write it down. Students may also color the picture when they have completed the worksheet.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TESOL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! "Picnic in the Countryside" Worksheet This printable worksheet is great for practicing the prepositions of place and the present continuous tense.   Print out this worksheet and hand it out to your students. Start off by looking at the picture on the sheet and give your students some speaking practice. Ask them what they can see and have them describe the scene. You can also ask some true or false questions to check the understanding.   Are you interested in teaching English as a foreign language? ​Get your TEFL certificate with ITTT. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Thu, 07 Mar 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences Awesome Insights into Teaching Italian Beginner Students When starting a career in teaching, regardless of age,gender and nationality, a prospective teacher should always bear in mind one fundamental skill:patience. This particular talent is what I personally believe distinguishes a competent teacher from the incompetent one, and is crucial in establishing the overall success of each and every student. So, how patient should teachers be and, particularly, how patient should the teachers at beginner levels be? Table of Contents The influence of the student's first language Problems with possessives, prepositions and plurals Knowing when to correct Patience is key Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Which English should be taught in the TEFL classroom? In the field of TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language), the choice of English variation often depends on the specific preferences of a country: In conclusion, TEFL teachers should be aware of a country's preference and adapt their teaching accordingly. Map created by reddit user Speech500 Source: moverdb.com Table of Contents How exactly do these forms of English differ? Spelling Differences British Grammar vs. American Grammar Same Word - Different Pronunciation Differences in word for the same object Other considerations How exactly do these forms of English differ? There are a number of major differences which we will examine. The following are in no way exhaustive and you should investigate for yourself for more examples....  [Read more]

Which English should be taught in the TEFL classroom? The type of English taught in different countries will vary according to the preferences of that individual country. We focus here on British and American English as they are the most commonly taught variations of English worldwide. Many countries have a clear preference for the type of English taught in its schools and language centers. Some examples are shown on the map below: Map created by reddit user Speech500 Source: moverdb.com How exactly do these forms of English differ? There are a number of major differences which we will examine. The following are in no way exhaustive and you should investigate for yourself for more examples. Spelling Differences Mainly due to the influence of Webster (of dictionary fame) American English...  [Read more]