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5 Tips for Effective Online ESL Teaching - TEFL Blog
Sara Stojanovic
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
In the last few years, the world has witnessed a remarkable turn toward online schooling. With the outbreak of the pandemic, both the teachers and the students had to get used to an entirely new way of studying and teaching.Table of Contents
1 Master the platform you are using
2 Plan your classes carefully
3 Understand the needs of your students
4 Actively participate in the class
5 Provide and seek feedback
Conclusion
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Is a level 5 TEFL the same as a CELTA? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
A Level 5 TEFL course and CELTA are both classified as level 5 qualifications, indicating they share a similar degree of rigor and difficulty. However, it is crucial to note that while they are on the same level, they aren't synonymous. ITTT's Level 5 TEFL is designed to give new teachers a significant advantage in the job market, broadening their employment opportunities. Yet, even though it is on par in terms of level, the content, methodology, and delivery of a Level 5 TEFL and a standard CELTA course can differ considerably. So, while both credentials are highly respected, they cater to different aspects of English language teaching.Table of Contents
How are the different course levels decided?
Level 5 TESOL courses at ITTT
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What does Level 5 TEFL mean? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
A Level 5 TEFL course represents one of the more advanced certifications in the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Positioned at the upper echelon of the TEFL framework, it is differentiated by its rigorous curriculum and comprehensive training. Typically, a Level 5 TEFL course encompasses extensive study hours, often including practical teaching components. This certification not only equips educators with advanced teaching skills but also positions them competitively for premium TEFL positions worldwide.Table of Contents
What is a level 5 TEFL qualification?
Who is eligible for a level 5 TEFL course?
What do I get with an ITTT level 5 TEFL course?
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Is a level 5 TEFL course worth it? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Although the market for TEFL qualified teachers is very strong in many countries, you might find that there is a lot of competition for each available job in the more sought after locations. If your plan is to head to a popular destination overseas, then you might want to consider completing a higher level of TEFL certification before you start applying for jobs. Table of Contents
What are the different levels of TEFL certification?
What level of TEFL is required to teach English?
Is it worth completing a level 5 TEFL course?
When it comes to the different levels of TEFL certification, it is important to understand that there is no one framework that encompasses the whole EFL teaching world. Some countries such as the USA, the UK, and Australia have their own system, as do other regions,... [Read more]
5 Challenges of Teaching EFL to Kindergarten Level Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Susan W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.Table of Contents
1. Self-introduction
2. Reasons for practicing as an EFL Teacher
3. Ways in which EFL will guide me achieve my goals
4. Games and activities in the classroom
5. Planning my New Lesson
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I am Susan and I'm 40 years female from Kenya and I have graduated with a bachelor's degree in Art in Education. I have been teaching young learners in Kenya for two years and I was invited to teach English in southern China and I am ready for the new challenge teaching abroad.
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TEFL Online - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Hiring Native Level Online Esl Tutors
Date posted:2021-07-18 | Writer: Acadsoc | Email: [email protected]
Acadsoc is hiring homebased online English tutors providing a lot of home based online English teaching jobs. To conduct 1-to-1 English classes for 25 mins to learners (K-12) from China. The tutors will work from home, follow their shifts on the class table, teach online with provided materials, and submit class remarks after finishing every lesson. A competitive package is offered to the qualified candidates based on their overall teaching ability, lesson performance and educational background.Details of PositionAcadsoc is an online education company, with over 10,000 English teachers and over 40,000,000 students from China, and it has made Acadsoc one of the largest 1-to-1 online ESL provider in China. The... [Read more]
TEFL China - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Esl Teacher Opportunity Native Or Non Native A Level 5 Positions ann. 2
Date posted:2024-09-18 | Writer: ESL Teaching Jobs In Asia | Email: [email protected]
ESL Teacher Opportunity: Native or Non-native A Level (5 Positions)
Location: Tianjin
Salary: $2,066 – $2,482 USD (Negotiable for experienced teachers)
School Type: International High School
Student Age: 15-18 years
Visa: Provided
Start Date: ASAP
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5 Strategies for Teaching English to Adult Learners Online
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Online English teaching has become more and more popular and worldwide, it not only can save a lot of time but also supply many possibilities to study at any time, any place as long as you have wifi. Nowadays, many adults choose online courses because of the convenience. I have taught adults online for almost a year, I chose this job because the working time is more flexible, and also I feel self-satisfied when I see my students making progress. But how to teach English to adults online?Table of Contents
1. Planning
2. Building Their Confidence
3. Know their needs well and monitor their progress
4. Choose Appropriate Activities
5. Create a Positive Atmosphere
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TEFL ONLINE - page 5 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs online
There are students of English all over the world who prefer to learn English online rather than by physical attendance at a school or language academy. Qualified TEFL teachers are therefore hired by a number of different organisations to teach English online.
Here are some online teaching positions:
Online Tutor of English as a Foreign Language - Part Time | (Date posted:2024-07-08)
Date posted:2024-07-08 | Writer: FindTutors | Email: [email protected]
We are currently seeking a dedicated individual with excellent English language skills to join our team as an Online English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Tutor.This is a remote, part-time position where you will have the opportunity to help students improve their English proficiency from the comfort of your own home.TasksConduct... [Read more]
Is it worth taking a TEFL degree? - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
Destinations TEFL Information
A degree in TEFL/TESOL is at level 6 (of the UK qualifications system) and is therefore a very high level of study in the English teaching world. We will show later what level six means, in the overall qualification scheme.Table of Contents
What can these degrees be used for?
Other jobs that will become available with your degree
1. Director of Studies in an ESL situation
2. Consulting and advisory positions
3. Writing and editing for publications such as magazines
4. Curriculum development
Levels of TEFL Degrees
Conclusion
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Top 5 ESL Teacher Strategies for Your Online Classes - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
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
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Gamification
Individualization
Charting your course
Strategies of content delivery
Narrowing down your niche
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Tefl Review For Online Tefl Course 5 Efl - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Dan from the Ukraine has been teaching and living abroad for a while. Currently, he is teaching in Shenzhen, China. He completed the 120-hour online course to improve his teaching skills and enhance his professional portfolio. He highly recommends the 120-hour course as it provided him with a lot of useful information and downloadable and printable materials he can use in the classroom and for his preparation, such as lesson plan templates and teaching ideas. He already made use of some of the new tricks he learned after taking the course and is excited to progress in his career.
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5 Great Ways to Make Online Lessons More Interactive - TEFL Blog
Erica Sunarjo
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Due to the way most businesses tend to operate and with the increasing rate of digitalization which has started over a decade ago, most schools are starting to catch up with the online teaching trend that private courses have grown used to.Table of Contents
1) Don't just speak
2) Use online apps and tools
3) Ask for feedback
4) Keep it short
5) Keep up with the trends in online learning
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5 Fantastic Ways to Motivate Students When Teaching Online - TEFL Blog
Juan Pedro
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
5 fantastic ways to motivate students when teaching onlineTable of Contents
Show your students that you care.
Use music
Use as many crosswords, puzzles, and games as you can
Talk about current events.
Keep it simple and fun.
Wrapping up
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One of the keys to success in learning a language is motivation. We have come to believe that students need to come to class motivated. However, we as teachers play a huge role in motivating students.
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5 Fun ESL Activities For Interactive Online Lessons - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Online ESL Activities: Are you an online English teacher? Do you want your students to enjoy and have fun? Then, this live stream is for you! Our TEFL/TESOL expert, Liza, will share five interactive activities that you will be able to use at your next class. Great news that these games will suit any age group and level. Don't miss! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline 00:00-00:48 Mic was off 00:48-01:00 Intro Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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What are the different levels of TEFL certification? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) certification is essential for individuals who want to teach English to non-native speakers. This certification not only enhances your teaching skills but also opens up opportunities to work in various countries around the world. There are different levels of TEFL certification that cater to individuals with varying levels of experience and career goals.
1. **Basic TEFL Certification:** This level is suitable for beginners who are new to teaching English as a foreign language. It typically involves around 120 hours of training and covers essential topics such as lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching methodologies.
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5 Tips & Tricks For Online English Lessons - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Are you new to the world of online teaching? Or looking for the best way to get the most out of it? Then you’re in the right place! In this live session, we'll cover 5 useful tips and tricks every online teacher should know! #TEFL #BestTEFL #TeachEnglish Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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5 Amazing Props Worth Investing In For Teaching English Online - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Teaching Ideas
Teaching English online is becoming a more and more lucrative career for many TEFL and TESOL certified teachers out there. You can work from home or go full digital nomad and travel the world while teaching a couple of classes of English a day. To help you create fun and interactive lessons, we have compiled a summary of 5 amazing props with investing in for teaching English online below.Table of Contents
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1. Plush Food and Animals
2. Finger puppets
3. Flashcards
4. Online tools
5. Whiteboards or Chalkboards
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Top 5 Most Searched English Words Online in the Recent Pandemic - TEFL Blog
Mary Blancaflor
Alumni Experiences
All of us were taken by surprise and panic when Corona Virus had hit our community. As we looked for answers as to how we could avert its negative effect on us, most of us turned to the internet to search for answers.Table of Contents
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FACE MASK
HAND SANITIZER GEL
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TOILET PAPER
WHY PANIC?
Stay Safe and Sound
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As people tried to get a hold of these items, experts reminded us on the proper way to use them effectively.
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Your First Online English Lesson: 5 Main Things to Include - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hey guys welcome to a new itt's live stream uh and my name is lisa uh if you don't know me yet uh i'm a tefl and t soul expert at itt and i also teach english online as a non-native esl teacher so i'm super glad to welcome you um at today's session and it's going to be devoted to um the very first online esl class um i hope yeah my name is lisa not linda but it's okay hi uh mikey i hope i pronounce your name correctly so uh today's session is going to be devoted to everything related to the very first uh lesson with your um online students so um i'm going to share five uh five main points uh you have to remember before planning your very first lesson um so hopefully it's going to be useful i believe that if you are a new teacher it's going to be really valuable so stay tuned and let me... [Read more]
Top 5 ESL Teaching Ticks for Your Online Classes in 2022 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hey guys it's liza here and it's been about two weeks since the previous live stream session so i am super happy to be back here and i hope that today's live stream will be helpful and you will find something insightful uh in my tips and tricks uh so today we will discuss uh five useful uh things you could apply to your online teaching classes in 2022 so this new year is coming and it is really important to make sure you can enhance your english classes somehow and i am here to share several tips that uh you can actually utilize uh so um stay tuned and we will discuss all of them right here on the screen you can actually see uh the topic of today's session uh but uh if you have any further questions related to the point uh feel free to use the comments section and at the same time um if... [Read more]
Top 5 ESL Teaching Ticks For Your Online Classes In 2022 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
ESL Teaching Online 2022: Do you want to boost your online English teaching? Then this live stream is for you! Our TEFL expert Liza will share her online teaching experience and help to enhance your lessons in 2022! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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Planning Your First Online ESL Lesson: 5 Main Thing To Include - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Planning Lesson: Online ESL teaching has been in great demand lately. However, it's still challenging for both teachers and students. Our TEFL expert Liza will share her lesson planning tips and tricks on organizing the first online class fun and easy in this live stream. ##TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishOnline Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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How do I adapt my teaching methods for different proficiency levels in a TEFL classroom? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
In a TEFL classroom, students often fall into different proficiency levels ranging from beginner to advanced. Understanding these levels is crucial for effective teaching. Beginner students have limited vocabulary and struggle with basic grammar, while intermediate students can hold simple conversations and comprehend more complex language structures. Advanced students are fluent but may need refinement in specific areas. By assessing students' proficiency levels, teachers can tailor their lessons to suit their needs and ensure optimal learning outcomes.
For beginner students, it is essential to focus on building a strong foundation in vocabulary and grammar. Using visual aids, gestures, and realia can help convey meaning without relying heavily on language. Simple, structured activities... [Read more]
Top 5 Ideas For Your EFL Digital Lesson Planner - TEFL Blog
Anastasiia Ovchinnikova
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Let's travel back in time a few months, when all schools and universities were closed and moved to teach their students remotely. Educators worldwide had to adjust their teaching methods to the new circumstances by moving their cozy, inspiring classrooms into the digital world. That was quite a challenge for many foreign language teachers to modify their offline routines to face the standards of distance learning and still be able to provide personal help and assistance to their students. This situation has proved that, unfortunately, teachers lack professional development and resources to address the challenges of distance learning.Table of Contents
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What is TEFL level 7? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
TEFL Level 7 represents one of the pinnacle qualifications in the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Equivalent to a master's degree, a Level 7 TEFL qualification, like the esteemed DELTA, stands out distinctly from other TEFL courses. It is an ideal choice for those aspiring to establish their own language institutions or train upcoming TEFL educators. While entry-level TEFL courses may suffice for some teaching roles, a Level 7 qualification opens doors to advanced opportunities and is recognized globally for its rigor and comprehensive training.
Check out our course levels page for more details.Table of Contents
What is a level 7 TEFL qualification?
What do you get with the 550-hour Expert Package?
Who is eligible for a level 7 TEFL course?
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How to Develop the Speaking Abilities of Kindergarten Level Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Benjamin Franklin quoted "Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn."Table of Contents
Conversation
Support Oral Conversation
Listening activities
Interactive storytelling activities'
Vocabulary enhancement
Poems, Rhymes, and Games
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Verbal communication is one of the most essential abilities that a student can lead both for social and educational achievement. It can consider the introductory stage of learning. It is indispensable to cultivate communication skills for the development of young learners so that he/she can carry out of articulating him or herself. Throughout the day students process and convey in a diverse means such as making requests,... [Read more]
The English Level of Little Learners in Hong Kong - TEFL Blog
Gianluca Costa
Destinations Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
When I started working as a TEFL teacher in Hong Kong without any teaching experience, I was scared, and I thought, how am I going to teach English to someone who needs to learn English from scratch?Table of Contents
The parent's role in the children's academic path
Native English Accents
Schools Admission Competition
Benefits from Commitments
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Well, believe me, how surprised I was by the high English level of the children who were only between 3 and 6 years old.
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What level of English is required for TEFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
For those aspiring to teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), especially non-native speakers, a high level of English proficiency is essential. Specifically, you should have an English language proficiency that aligns with at least the C1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). TEFL primarily involves teaching English in regions where English is not the predominant language, so instructors need a deep understanding and command of the language.Table of Contents
Who can be a TEFL teacher?
Why is TEFL certification important?
Do you have to be a native English speaker to teach EFL?
The profession of teaching is regulated throughout the world, although the level of regulation varies from country to country. This is also true of the EFL teaching sector,... [Read more]
