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Thu, 28 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching ESL Classes vs. EFL Classes Programs in English as a second language (ESL) generally take place in countries where English is the dominant or official language. People participating in an ESL program likely immigrated to an English-speaking country from a non-English speaking county and so are learning English as a language to be used in their everyday lives. In contrast, programs in English as a foreign language (EFL) generally take place in countries where English is not the official or dominant language. People participating in an EFL program are likely still in their home country and may or may not ever use English outside of the EFL classroom. This fundamental difference between the two types of programs can lead to...  [Read more]

Fastest TEFL Classes Check out tefl tesol about Fastest TEFL Classes 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.B. & S.M. Spain said: Problems for learners in spain According to our professional experience, here are some difficulties that Spanish learners of English are likely to encounter during their learning process. Spanish speakers frequently have problems with pronunciation because of the differences between the two languages? sound systems; English has 12 vowels and 8 diphthongs while Spanish has only 5 of each. Therefore, Spanish learners often have difficulty with...  [Read more]

Highest TEFL Classes Check out tefl tesol about Highest TEFL Classes 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.L. - France said: Business EnglishIntroduction Business English means different things to different people. For some, it applies only to specific vocabulary and topics used in the worlds of business, trade, finance, and/or any other specific business fields (i.e. medical/nautical/Marketing/Management/Human Resources/Tourism and so on?). For others it refers to the communication skills used in the workplace, and focuses on the language and skills needed for common business...  [Read more]

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Classes of Mixed Ability The role of a teacher conceals in itself the huge responsibility of shaping the world and making it a better place. A teacher should be able to cultivate a sense of strong positive emotions and self-confidence, should be well aware of the different needs of the students and should be capable of providing an endless number of opportunities for them to learn and grow. Table of Contents Attitude towards mixed-ability classrooms Screening and preliminary analysis: Discussing plans with the students: Working in groups: Working in pairs: Working with the whole class: Level of the task: Homework, Assessment and Error correction: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

Wed, 29 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Private Classes in EFL Teaching There are many ways to teach students English or any other language. You can learn in an immersive environment, a formal classroom setting, or even try to learn from watching and listening to media. One common format is one to one teaching. This means there are one student and one teacher working on the curriculum together. This can be in person or on the internet, which is becoming increasingly more common. As with all things in life, there are both good and bad aspects resulting from this teaching format. Individual attention has benefits and drawbacks, as does the lack of peers. Table of Contents Advantages of One-to-one Teaching Online Lessons Disadvantages Do you want to teach English abroad? Take...  [Read more]

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching Monolingual vs. Multilingual Classes If we are going to look at is the differences between teaching monolingual and multilingual classes, then firstly we should define what we mean by these two things. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic What is Monolingual? Advantages first of all for the monolingual class. What potential disadvantages are there with having a monolingual class? What is Multilingual? Disadvantages of a Multilingual Class Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the video about this topic What is Monolingual? Monolingual students are a group of students that...  [Read more]

Mon, 14 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Lesson Planning for Structured ESL Classes The lesson plan is a structure of the course that you will give to your students, a clear guide as to what you want to achieve and how you are going to do it. A good lesson plan generally consists of learner objectives, personal aims, language points, procedure, phase, and interaction, etc. It is of great importance because it can help teachers to have confidence in class, make the class go more smoothly and help to improve the course. Table of Contents What is lesson planning for? Lesson flow Course effectiveness Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Yanfen G. Please note that this blog post might...  [Read more]

Sun, 06 Jan 2019 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 7 Awesome Ideas for Business English Classes Liven up your business English classes and encourage high student talk time with these fun and creative activities. Table of Contents 1. Negotiations 2. Telephone call role-plays 3. Yearly comparison information gap 4. Business diaries – arranging a meeting 5. Dragon's Den/Shark Tank 6. Tell me about your company 7. Analyzing charts and graphs Listen to this blog post Do you want to teach business English? Related Articles: 1. Negotiations In pairs students role-play a negotiation. Each side will be given a sheet listing demands and concessions. Each side of the negotiation is awarded points for the type of concessions they get from the other side. For example, if one side manages to...  [Read more]

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Energizing Flashcard Games for EFL Classes Flashcards are aids to learning with information on either both sides or on one side which a teacher holds up so that the students can see. Flashcards can have an English word on one side and have a translation in another language on the other side, or they can have pictures on one side and a word on the other side. Table of Contents Why do teachers use flashcards? How are the activities done? 1. Pass the ball 2. What's missing? 3. Jump and say 4. Hammer game 5. Writing relay race 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! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Eshita P....  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 7 Idiom Activities for Creative Conversation Classes Teaching English idioms is not the easiest task. The following activities will help you to engage students quickly and help them understand this difficult language topic. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Crocodile Idioms 2. Picture Perfect 3. Back to the Source 4. A Piece of Culture 5. Original Idioms 6. Improvisation 7. Movie Review Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: 1. Crocodile Idioms For this activity, you need to write various idioms on an index card and shuffle them. Let your students come to the front of the classroom, choose a card and act out that idiom. The rest of the class guesses...  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Advantages and Disadvantages of Teaching Large Classes Once classes are considered, their sizes are the first item that comes to mind since they are held in different sizes and scales. As a definition, Class size concerns with how many students are present in a classroom learning session. However, in terms of several students in a class, it may range from just one student, such as one-to-one individual classes, to 100 students. The average student number in a class is somewhere around 20 to 30 students per class which are different across the countries. As mentioned, the number of students in a class has always been variant but even from Socrates' time up until now the importance of student population in the learning process has...  [Read more]

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Top Differences when Teaching Multilingual versus Monolingual Classes Before we start to look at the differences between teaching monolingual and multilingual classes, we should first define what these terms actually mean. Table of Contents Advantages of teaching a multilingual class Disadvantages of teaching a multilingual class Advantages of teaching a monolingual class Disadvantages of teaching a monolingual class Ready to teach English as a Foreign Language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Multilingual classes will have a range of first languages, so they have different L1's. An example here may be the teaching of English to a group of students from a range of...  [Read more]

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences The Benefits of Larger Classes in EFL Teaching Bigger is better, right? It's a concept most of us have grown up with. A bigger house is better than a smaller one, a bigger car is better than a smaller one, and a bigger motorbike is oh so much better than a smaller one. The list is almost endless. So, we all agree then, bigger is better! Or is it? Table of Contents Challenging the Perception: Bigger is Better? A Different Perspective on Class Sizes Comparing Class Sizes: UK vs. Vietnam The Role of Apprentice Teachers in Larger Classes Conclusion 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 and opinions...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching Private Classes vs. Working With Bigger Groups This essay will focus on the differences between one-to-one teaching and group teaching. With both teaching approaches, there are advantages as well as disadvantages. Table of Contents Private Lessons Choice of Activities Group Teaching Communicative Approach Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alida K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Private Lessons Recently, there has been an increase in demand for one-to-one lessons, particularly within the business industry (Teaching Special Groups, Unit 19). Students feel...  [Read more]

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Teach ESL Classes of Mixed Ability Students are never on the same proficiency as one another. Whether that would be in Math class, Science class, or English class. Everyone has their own abilities and own knowledge. As a teacher, this can be an exciting challenge. There are many ways that you can improve learning in your mixed-ability classroom. Table of Contents Peer Learning in Small Groups Challenge Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Bevan S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Peer Learning in Small Groups One way to do this would be to pair the more proficient...  [Read more]

Mon, 24 May 2021 Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Five Fun and Adaptable Games for ESL Classes Today's pedagogical approaches put considerable emphasis upon the importance of providing students with the opportunity to have a joyful educational experience through adding enough and well-located variety to the lessons. One practical way to do so is designing and adding aimful games to your plan in order to inject positive energy into your lessons, improve the mood of your class and make your lessons stick in students' long-term memory. Table of Contents Pizza game Hot seat Hot potato Spelling games Whisper chain Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Since not only young...  [Read more]

Wed, 09 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is Easier: Group Teaching or Individual Classes? As we all know, teaching a one-on-one class and a group class can be very different in terms of students' needs and interests, teaching methods, class arrangments and feedback. Table of Contents Individual Lessons Teaching Approach Arrangement Feedback Speaking activities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Liz M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Individual Lessons For one to one classes, it is beneficial to students who have personal goals that are different than other students, for example, the students could be a tour...  [Read more]

Online English Teachers for Conversation Classes Date posted:2022-10-08 | Writer: SpeakingAtHome | Email: [email protected] SpeakingAtHome is looking for Full or Part time Online English Tutors for European students. Mainly for evenings and nights. We offer full or part time positions and flexible working hours to busy individuals who wish to have an additional income. If you are passionate in English language. Have an extraordinary teaching ability. Then, you are the one we are looking for.Requirements:*Academic records.*Neutral accent-Punctual with high sense of responsibility*Creative with passion for teaching*Able to identify student's needs*Must correct students when they use wrong sentences.*Perfect knowledge of English grammar*Good Internet connection, and good computer...  [Read more]

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The Importance of Grammar Instruction in EFL Classes Grammar is the fundamental regulation that governs proper spoken and written language, holding a significant place in language institutions and schools. However, some argue that teaching grammar may limit learners' creativity in communication. They believe exposure to the target language will naturally foster correct grammar usage. Conversely, others contend that grammar rules help learners develop a logical approach to language. Teachers must possess grammar knowledge to provide effective instruction. Language learners aim for proficiency, defined variably but generally as accurate language use. Therefore, the question isn't whether students should...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Appropriacy of Punishment in Younger ESL Classes Is it appropriate to punish younger children in an ESL classroom? No, there is no need for that. Punishment is such a strong word to use for children when trying to learn a new language. Learning a new language may be difficult for everyone. It requires patience towards the children you teach and patience towards yourself. Punish us not the word that I would use, discipline is. Table of Contents Misbehavior The Principles of Discipline Understanding Students' Challenges Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kathrina M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [Read more]

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Top 5 ESL Teacher Strategies for Your Online Classes In this blog post, we will look at five strategies you can use t boost your effectiveness within the class and also as a general way of increasing your online business. Ideas covered include the use of gamification and individualization. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Gamification Individualization Charting your course Strategies of content delivery Narrowing down your niche Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the video about this topic Gamification This idea isn't new but not many teachers appear to try to apply it to...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Enhancing Listening Skills: Key Considerations for Adult ESL Classes Listening is possibly the least covered of the four skills needed by ESL learners in most classrooms. As it is a fundamental skill, teachers should try to create as many listening skills lessons as they do for the other three skills: reading, writing, and speaking. Table of Contents Challenges of Listening Compared to Reading The Stages of Listening The Receiving Stage: Hearing and Attending The Understanding Stage: Decoding and Comprehension The Evaluating Stage: Forming Opinions and Thinking Ahead The Remembering Stage: Processing and Storing Information The Responding Stage: Verbal or Written Answers Are you ready to teach English...  [Read more]

Sat, 30 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Top Tips for Online ESL Classes with Younger Students In the past few years, teaching English as a second language on the internet has gained a lot of reputation for English teachers around the world. The convenience of only needing a stable internet connection and a computer to go to work sounds far more pleasing than going to a school or other institution to teach a couple of hours per day. Additionally, online teaching provides opportunities for English teachers to travel to new destinations while still being able to work as a freelancer. Consequently, teaching English to children online, in different parts of the world, must be one of the most rewarding aspects of the job. However, many obstacles need to be overcome to be a...  [Read more]

Thu, 22 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information 14 Course Books to Improve Your Business English Classes Business English falls under the umbrella of English for Specific Purposes (ESP), and is an area of English language teaching that focuses on the language students need in order to function in an international business setting. It is a popular sector for qualified TEFL teachers to work in and one that can be financially rewarding. Students taking business English classes will generally already have a reasonable level of English language ability and course books tend to be aimed at pre-intermediate level students and above but there are books aimed at lower level students. Table of Contents Oxford University Press Cambridge University Press Pearson/Longman Macmillan Collins ELT Are you...  [Read more]

Sat, 25 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How The Relationship With Your Students Influences Your Classes The rapport between teacher and students plays a very important role in determining if a class is successful and enjoyable. No matter whether your students are teenagers or adults, they wish there is a good relationship between the teacher and them. Table of Contents Learners' Interest General Suggestions Do you want to be a TEFL teacher? Take your course today! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Wenpei Z. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Learners' Interest There are some reasons why rapport is so important in class. First of all, students are...  [Read more]

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Personal Experience in Teaching Multilingual Classes in the US Having previously been a small business owner, I began teaching an English conversation class as a volunteer at my local library just over two years ago to fulfill a community service requirement for my degree program. The experience of teaching English as a second language has been so personally rewarding that I am now pursuing it as a career change. Table of Contents Teaching Multilingual Classes Anticipated Problems Beginning of My Teaching Career Students Feedback Are you ready to start your teaching career? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Daniel E. Please note that this blog...  [Read more]

Fri, 06 Dec 2019 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas The Essential Part of Planning in Delivering Your Classes I'm extremely grateful for the review of lesson planning. I learned a lot of useful things in this course especially lesson planning. Lesson planning is a significant element of the teaching-learning system. Table of Contents What is a lesson plan? Applicability of a lesson plan Achieving goals Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Thu N. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. What is a lesson plan? First of all, a lesson plan is a step-by-step guide that provides a structure for essential learning. It helps the teacher in...  [Read more]

Sat, 30 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Difficulties You May Face if You Don't Plan Classes Lesson planning is not a task that should be taken lightly; it is the foundation for all EFL classes and plays a significant part in determining how successful students will be. While motivation and desire to learn are factors in each student's success, a good teacher should be able to inspire motivation through interesting and student-centered lessons. However, this can only be achieved through careful consideration of all lessons. Table of Contents Lessons' Format Learning Stages Choice of Activities Minimizing Anticipated Problems Record of Your Work Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

7 ideas for business English classes   Liven up your business English classes and encourage high student talking time with these fun and creative activities. NEGOTIATIONS In pairs students role-play a negotiation. Each side will be given a sheet listing demands and concessions. Each side of the negotiation is awarded points for the type of concessions they get from the other side. For example, if one side manages to get a 25% discount, they get 10 points and the other side gets 0. TELEPHONE CALL ROLE-PLAYS Telephone role-plays can be used with a variety of different topics such as leaving and taking a message, placing an order, arranging a meeting, making a complaint etc. The main point is to give students the chance to practice communicating in English without the visual clues...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 Federico Riva Alumni Experiences 7 Teaching Ideas to Spice up your ESL Classes Listen to this blog post: Do you want to make your English lessons more exciting? We have the perfect teaching ideas for you! Here are 7 amazing activities to spice up your ESL classes. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Headlines 2. Controversial Issues 3. Twenty Questions 4. My Routine 5. If I Were Rich 6. Grammar Story 7. Plans and Predictions Which is your favorite teaching activity? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! 1. Headlines This is a great one to practice different tenses, especially the passive voice. Have your students come up with headlines for their class; such as "The teacher's purse was stolen," "the students...  [Read more]