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What is TEFL level 7? When choosing the right TEFL course to suit your future plans, it is important to understand the different levels of study involved so you are able to pick the right option that provides the qualifications you really need. While a level 3 course can be completed quite quickly and at a very affordable price, it might not give you the level of qualification that employers are looking for in your chosen destination. Equally, if you plan to volunteer as a teacher or work as a teaching assistant, a level 8 Master’s degree in TEFL will involve a bit more time, effort, and money than you really need to be investing. Check out our course levels page for more details. What is a level 7 TEFL qualification? At ITTT we have a course-level framework that has been designed to...  [Read more]

Is a level 4 TEFL certificate equivalent to a degree? When researching TEFL courses you will probably come across courses at various different levels, ranging from level 1 to level 8. These levels can cover everything from a 10-hour introductory course, right through to a master’s degree in TEFL. However, as this course framework covers such a wide range of qualifications it is important to have a broad understanding of the levels to ensure you take the right courses to suit your personal situation. Take a look at our course levels page for more details. What are the different ITTT TESOL certificate levels? At ITTT we have developed our own course level framework to ensure it is easy for everyone to compare all our different courses options. Our framework is based on the same criteria...  [Read more]

How many levels are there in EFL? When researching teacher training courses it can be difficult to compare the many options available, which is why EFL course levels can be a great help. All TEFL courses can be put into certain levels that reflect their content and the level of qualification you will receive at the end of the training. This organization of courses can be a real benefit when it comes to choosing the right type of course to suit your individual situation. However, it is also important to know that there is not a single ranking system that is adopted by the whole EFL world. May individual countries and teaching organizations have their own set of course levels. Despite this, most systems are developed using similar criteria such as the type of study involved, the number of...  [Read more]

What is the highest TEFL qualification? When it comes to ranking educational qualifications by their difficulty level, many countries have their own ranking system. For example, there are 9 different levels that courses can be classed as within the UK. Examples of actual UK qualifications at each level are given below: Level 1: GCSE - grades 3, 2, 1 or grades D, E, F, G Level 2: GCSE - grades 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4 or grades A*, A, B, C Level 3: A level Level 4: Certificate of higher education (Cert HE) Level 5: Diploma of higher education (Dip HE) Level 6: Degree with honors - for example bachelor of the arts (BA) hons Level 7: Master’s degree, for example Master of Science (MSc) Level 8: Doctorate, for example doctor of philosophy (PhD or DPhil) Depending on which National...  [Read more]

What are the TEFL levels? If you have already done some research into TEFL courses you might have noticed that they are usually given a level that places it somewhere on the hierarchy of available courses. This type of organization makes it much easier for teachers to compare different courses and to choose the best options to suit their own situation. However, the first thing to make clear about TEFL course levels is that there is not just one framework, as many countries and individual teaching organizations have developed their own versions. Despite this, the vast majority of frameworks are designed using the same type of criteria, which means that most are very similar in design. Although each framework might vary slightly, most are constructed based on the type of study, the hours...  [Read more]

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]

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Evaluation and Testing of Students - Placements Tests Placement tests are designed to put students in their appropriate ESL level band. What are the levels and how do the tests do this? ### Watch the video about this topic One type of test we commonly use for our ESL students is called the placement test. They're also called level tests and as the name implies what we're trying to do is to place students in a particular level of class. Typically there are five levels, these being, Starter (Level 1), Elementary, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate and Upper- Intermediate (Level 5) Some of the more common features of these tests are that; 1. All four skills are commonly tested that means, reading, writing, speaking and...  [Read more]

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Evaluation and Testing of Students - General English Exams When considering General English exams there are a number of organizations or companies that offer these types of exams. Perhaps the most well-known is the Cambridge suite of examinations. ### Watch the video about this topic Within the Cambridge suite there are five different examinations at five different levels. The entry level examination for the Cambridge suite is known as the Key English Test and it's often known by its acronym KET. This is actually an entry level examination and both this and the next level of test are really used to show that people are ready for the third level of the Cambridge test suite. Moving on from the key English test, the...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Thailand (3) Date posted:2017-02-08 | Writer: Brighton Language Academy | Email: [email protected] Brighton Language Academy is a leading language school in Phayao, Northern Thailand. The school comprises of Pre-school level, Primary level and Adult level and we currently have 200 pupils who have attended our school in various levels and courses. Our school aspires to become the number one English Language School in Northern Thailand. JOB DETAILS: Hours of Work:  5 days per week / occasionally support school events and activities Key responsibilities: 1.            Teaching English language to students age 3 to 12, depends on level or class assignment...  [Read more]

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Teachers & Learners – Language Levels of Learners A consideration for the categorization of your language learners is actually their language level. So within any class the language level the students should all have, (assuming that your class is not a mixed ability class) is usually at one particular level. Typically your students will have had some form of level test to put them into one of the levels and in ESL teaching there are often five different levels of grouping described. Watch the video about this topic Level one, the most basic level is called Starter. Moving on from that the Elementary level, the next one beyond that is level three, called the Pre-Intermediate level and then on to the Intermediate...  [Read more]

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 Shakira Moss TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Never Fear! 7 Ways to Prevent Confusion in the Classroom Have you ever been in the middle of a lesson only to look up and notice that your student has a strong look of confusion on their face? The student may look blank, glazed over, or they may be nervously giggling. If your student is not answering your questions and is waiting for your prompt, then it may be because they do not understand. Breathe Easy! No worries, fellow teachers! Here are five things to do to help prevent confusion and to make learning more seamless. What is your English level? Have your students complete a level test prior to your session or class time. This helps you to gauge the different ability levels in your class or with 1-1...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Poland (2) Date posted:2014-10-08 | Writer: Expert Language Centre | Email: [email protected] The Expert Language Centre, founded in 1999, is a small language school operating in southern Poland. We teach General English with conversation classes at all levels with various age groups (kindergarten to adults) from elementary to advanced levels A2-C1, employing ambitious and creative teachers. We are currently looking for native level English speaking EFL teachers to join our high quality schools in southern Poland. The teachers can expect a friendly, creative and supportive environment. The role of a native teacher in our school is mainly to provide students with an opportunity to SPEAK English. Therefore, the classes taught by native speakers are usually conversation...  [Read more]

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Improve Your Young Learners Classes with these 30 Course Books TEFL teachers both new and experienced will benefit from having a range of course books to draw on for their lessons. General English course books for young learners differ from those for adults in a number of ways. Obviously the types of topics will be geared towards the interests of younger people but there are also differences in the way the language is presented. Course books for adults will generally have sections with explicit presentations of a grammar point,whereas books for young learners do not usually cover grammar in detail. There are several publishers involved in producing general English course books for young learners. The main publishers are...  [Read more]

What can I do with a TEFL degree? First we will look at the different levels of study currently available and how they relate to the world of TEFL qualifications. Taking the UK as an example, there are nine qualification levels; examples of actual UK qualifications at each level are given below: Entry level Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 From the above, we can see that a degree in TEFL/TESOL is at level 6 and is therefore a very high level of study in the English teaching world. A few examples of such Level 6 courses are shown below: https://www.bachelorstudies.com/BA-English-Language-Linguistics-and-TESOL/United-Kingdom/York-St-John-University/ https://www.bachelorstudies.com/Bachelor-of-Arts-in-TESOL/USA/Great-Northern-University/...  [Read more]

Class Advanced TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Class Advanced 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 W.D. - South Africa said: Phonetics-PhonologyThe purpose of phonological awareness instruction is to teach students the skills they need in order to understand the alphabetic system of English. Phonological awareness skills are a necessary component of beginning reading instruction and are the appropriate beginning point of instruction for many poor readers. Some students require instruction in analyzing sounds within words prior to beginning actual decoding and encoding...  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 3 Steps to Teaching Mixed Ability ESL Students Effectively It is well known that the population of students in the same class is usually heterogeneous. In other words, all students have different learning abilities, talents, intelligence, interests, and maturity level. A teacher's task is to understand how to help each student to learn best. Educators use various teaching techniques, methods, and tools to reach students' needs. There are different ways to teach the classes with mixed learning abilities, and among them are the strategies that work well in the multilevel classes. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Aya A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [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. There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the business English classroom. Two of the...  [Read more]

Thu, 29 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 12 Course Books to Improve Your General English Lessons for Adults As a newly qualified TEFL teacher the chances are you will be working for a school which supplies its teachers with all the resources needed to teach successful lessons based on a set course. This article shows a selection of the course books that are available for teaching general English course to adults from a number of publishers in the TEFL industry. There are several publishers involved in producing course books for the TEFL classroom. The main publishers are Oxford University Press, Cambridge University Press, Pearson/Longman and Macmillan. These publishers produce course books across a range of EFL sectors including, young learners, adults, business...  [Read more]

TEFL in Michoacan, Mexico Date posted:2005-11-02 | Writer: Teach English Mexico | Email: [email protected] 1. City where the school is located - Sahuayo, Michoacan 2. Start date - Jan 27, 2006 3. Work schedule - Monday - Friday, 6 one hour classes per day, holidays paid 4. Students level - various levels from beginner up 5. Airfare/Accommodations - Accommodations YES free rent, airfare NO. 6. Your requirements - College coursework or TESOL plus classroom teaching or tutoring experience. Free Spanish lessons are also included. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching.   Register now...  [Read more]

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What are The Ways to Manage and Adapt Teaching and Learning for Mixed-Ability Classes? Teachers of ESL will often find themselves in charge of a class with students at different levels of proficiency. When this happens, the teacher needs to know ways to adapt and manage the class and activities in a way that benefits all the students. The stronger students could become bored if the teacher caters to the weaker ones, and, reversely, the weaker students could become demotivated and feel forgotten and left behind when they cannot keep up with the advanced students. So how can a teacher make sure all the students get what they need from the class? This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Leigh K. Please note that this...  [Read more]

TEFL Position in Laos Date posted:2018-04-05 | Writer: Kiettisack International School | Email: [email protected] Kiettisack International School is constantly upgrading its teaching and learning levels to ensure we keep up with international standards. Due to our continuing growth and expansion we have a need for additional teachers on our campuses in Vientiane and Luang Prabang, including TEFL qualified English teachers for years one to ten, (KIS 1 & LP). ABOUT US: Kiettisack International School is located in a beautiful building on the Lao-Thai Friendship Road in Sokpaluang Village, Vientiane. The campus consists of 59 classrooms with toilet in every floor level, a science laboratory, a library, a video room, an art studio, a music center, a canteen,...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Hungary (2) Date posted:2017-01-12 | Writer: Angol Intézet | Email: [email protected] Angol Intézet is a rapidly expanding English language school located in Budapest, Hungary focused on teaching English to adults for the purposes of English language communication in work and business. We are currently seeking qualified native level English speakers to fill the role of English language teacher. Tasks include teaching English as a second language (ESL) to adults in small group (3-6 students), mini (2 students) and individual (1:1) classes. Course focuses include general English, business English, targeted preparation for job interviews, presentations and negotiations, and language exam preparation. Courses take place in our modern, high-level language centres in...  [Read more]

Teach English in Turkey (6) Date posted:2013-06-13 | Writer: English Home International Language School | Email: [email protected] English Home International Language School in Adana, Turkey, is the number one language school in southeastern Turkey. To complete our recent expansion, we are seeking full-time native level EFL teachers for our summer and fall semester contract, beginning July 1, 2013. English Home offers courses to all levels of students from primary through to adult including English for Specific Purposes, Business English and test preparation courses. In addition, we are a licensed TOEFL iBT test center. Our classrooms are the best in the region, equipped with computers, overhead projectors, whiteboards (and in some classes, SMARTBoard) and internet connections. We...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Challenges of Teaching Business English Teaching English as a foreign language presents several opportunities as well as choices for a teacher. Certainly, there are numerous teaching positions around the world in traditional, classroom settings, and most ESL teachers will spend time in those settings. For many teachers, the classroom setting is a fulfilling endeavor; however, other outlets exist for teaching English, including teaching business English. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Robert E. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Business English teaching vs. teaching for other purposes There are differences between teaching business English...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 Aug 2018 Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Teaching Ideas All You Need to Know When Teaching Multi-Level ESL Classes While you learn about teaching multi-level classrooms when you take a TESOL or TEFL certification course, the reality often looks a little different. It’s true that multi-level ESL classrooms have many benefits for English learners. For example, they have the chance to communicate with each other and learn how to use English through practice and negotiating meaning. For the instructor, teaching multi-level classes can be quite a challenge. It requires more prep time and also involves a high level of classroom management. That’s why we’ve written this post to reveal all you need to know when teaching multi-level ESL classes. Listen to this blog post:...  [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. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Anil K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Attitude towards mixed-ability classrooms However, many teachers find the mixed-ability classes, a challenging situation to deal with. The students' demographics change according to a...  [Read more]

Opportunities For EFL Teachers in Hungary Date posted:2017-03-20 | Writer: Angol Intézet Kft. | Email: [email protected] Angol Intézet is a rapidly expanding English language school located in Budapest, Hungary focused on teaching English to adults for the purposes of English language communication in work and business. We are seeking TEFL qualified native level English speakers to fill the role of English language teacher. The school currently has three locations in Budapest and also offers English language instruction online. The success of the language school has proven that demand for personalized English language instruction in the premium segment is strong, and this position could represent an excellent opportunity and an unforgettable year abroad for the right...  [Read more]

Teach English in Budapest, Hungary! Date posted:2017-10-23 | Writer: Angol Intézet | Email: [email protected] Angol Intézet is a rapidly expanding English language school located in Budapest, Hungary focused on teaching English to adults for the purposes of English language communication in work and business. We are seeking TEFL qualified native level English speakers to fill the role of English language teacher. + Did you know that according to CNN, Budapest is one of the world's best (2nd place) cities? + Lonely Planet rates Budapest as one of Europe's top travel destinations (also 2nd place). + And according to the European Backpacker Index 2014 Budapest is one of the most affordable cities in Europe. + Find out what the buzz is about! Whether it's Budapest's unique...  [Read more]

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How a Teacher can Properly Evaluate and Test the Class Testing and evaluating a class is an extremely important aspect of teaching. It allows the teacher to examine each student’s progress and decide how to best help them to continue to move forward. In addition to this, it allows students to receive feedback on their progress, which can boost student’s self-confidence and motivation. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Daniel D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Testing Teaching Methods This paper will firstly examine the different methods a teacher can use to effectively evaluate the class’s progress and levels of understanding, as well as...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City Date posted:2005-03-18 | Writer: CECN Canadian Language Centre | Email: [email protected] The CLC offers conversation classes for students of all ages and levels. Students are of many different nationalities, with the majority being Vietnamese. JOB DETAILS - Starting Date: 16 May 2005 - Term of Employment: 1 year - Location: Teachers will be normally working at the CLC, but may require some outside teaching - Hours: 24 teaching hours + 16 hours of preparation and development time - Class sizes: Maximum 12 students at the CLC, could be higher for outside classes - Duties include the following: - Teach English conversation to students of all ages and levels, as well as teach some writing courses - Attend...  [Read more]