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Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas As language acquisition through immersion goes, reading is positively amazing. Where movies may help with attitude and tone, reading allows us to see the words, form visual connections between them, and familiarise ourselves with spelling, punctuation, and structure. The best results, of course, are seen in readers who do it for pleasure, and for whom the point of reading is not simply to be done with it. How, then, do we get our children to read for fun when most of them seem to dread it? Step One: Drop mandatory/standardized reading Step Two: Make it social Step Three: Accept differences Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Smaranda E. Please note that this...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Reading it's a skill which we learn when we are children. Some children learn to read before they start to join the elementary school, it depends on parents always. But how we can instill a love for reading in children? Parents Role Reading Activities For The Classroom Benefits of Reading Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Radka S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Parents should read a children's books since childhood like this the relationship between parents and a child become stronger, the child gets to know emotions by reading books and it becomes a favorite activity of a child...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a fun Crossword Puzzle for BEGINNING readers and SIMPLE Sentences with SIGHT WORDS!   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Children usually prioritize their joy and prefer rewarding activities. They are more interested in reading when it is rewarding and beneficial to them. Interestingly, children learning a second language find it easier to learn reading compared to those who are learning to read for the first time. This is because young second language (L2) learners have already experienced that reading can be interesting and entertaining. By making reading in a second language interesting, students are likely to be motivated. Text Difficulty and Vocabulary Support Setting Achievable Reading Goals Tailoring Reading Material to Children's Interests Reading and Writing as Positive Activities Empowering Children's Choice in Reading Engaging Activities to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas As Margaret Fuller once said, "Today a reader; tomorrow a leader". Reading is a habit that has a great number of benefits. It allows an individual to gain knowledge, expand their vocabulary, improve their writing skills and reduce their mental stress among many other things. Thus, we must instill a love for reading in children from a very young age. Three main ways to do this would be to find out what their interests are and help them find books that are about their interests, to show the children how passionate you are about reading and to motivate them to read as much as possible by rewarding them for it. Basis of Frustration Personal Interest Support and Encouragement Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A book is an important source of knowledge and "knowledge is power". There is no doubt that reading is beneficial to everyone. Shakespeare said, "Book is the nourishment of the world, life without books, as if the earth without sunshine; wisdom without books, just as birds without winds". Reading builds a good foundation to improve both speaking and writing skills since the more we read the more vocabulary we have available for us to use when we speak or write. This way we could better express our thoughts. Also, the more we read, the broader our knowledge base, and thus the more resources we have when we are dealing with problems. Francis Bacon said, "Reading gives a person with pleasure, give a person with light, give a person with the ability",...  [Read more]

Ahmed Taha Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas If you're teaching a child in Kindergarten to second grade, you can probably assign about 10, 20, or 30 minutes of reading per night as homework. Recommendations for Parents Number 2 is: Don't "tell" the words. Number 3: Move beyond "sound it out." Number 4: Have the child re-read some passages for fluency. Number 5: Allow some mistakes to go uncorrected. Number 6: Allow the child to read the same book multiple times. Finally, continue to read to your child. Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! References This blog post explains what the teacher can do and what parents and other caregivers can do to ensure that this assignment is truly...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Margaret Fuller has justly said, "Today a reader, tomorrow a leader." Remarkable leaders have countless exceptional habits - one of them, is reading. Brain Development Benefits of Reading Parents Role Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Snehal A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Just like any other muscle in the body, the brain requires exercise to keep it strong and healthy, so the phrase "use it or lose it" is particularly apt when it comes to your mind. The more knowledge you have, the better-equipped you are to tackle any challenge you'll ever face. Good readers excel at life, conversely...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Grammar has for all time been vital to teaching a foreign language. It was even tantamount with teaching a foreign language. However, for some time after the increase of communicative language teaching the grouping of grammar in the curriculum was fairly vague. Some linguists declared that it was not essential to teach grammar, that it would expand robotically. Nowadays it is widely established that grammar is a vital resource in with language communicatively. What does grammar teach? When focusing on a grammar formation the educator considers the following: Grammar for communication Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Zanele N. Please note that this blog...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Throughout the modern and ancient world, across all cultures and empires, generations have been inspired, entertained and educated through the process of storytelling. Skills Development Book Choice There is vast research on the benefits of reading to a young learner. The British philosopher Edmund Burke once said, "Reading without reflecting is like eating without digesting" Dr. Seuss famed American writer said; 'The more that you read, the more that you'll know. The more that you know, the more places you'll go." Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Before such modern practices of documentation, word of mouth was used to keep the spirit of generations alive, these served as a purpose of entertainment, education,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Readers are for sure leaders, not just merely for the fact of reading, but for the thinking process that comes with reading. Personal Point of View Teaching Reading Is Reading Still Popular? Benefits of Reading Teacher's Responsibility Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Gentiana H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. As an individual, I love reading. I love the smell of the book paper, the tiny letters and turning another page is something that I enjoy deeply. However, I didn't become an avid reader by chance. I become a reader because I was born in a family where reading was a natural thing....  [Read more]

Zainab Sadriwala Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas "The most challenging of the tasks during this COVID era has been to make my children read" states a frustrated Amena; a mother of two children, one in the primary years and the other in middle school. "It was much easier for me to monitor them and ask them to read and follow the schedule when they knew they had to report to their teacher. The school environment is just so integral for sustaining discipline in young people" she continues. Listen to this blog post: 1. Give your students something that interests them. 2. Schedule a set reading time. 3. Offer your child an incentive. 4. Don't let them read alone - read with them. 5. Share stories with the kids. Are you ready to become a better reader? Related Articles: Like Amena, there...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In any language, grammar is the collection of structural rules that properly arrange the configuration of phrases in a speech, oral or written (syntax). It is the guidance of a language, describing how we are supposed to work with the structure of the words (morphology) to accurately communicate what we want or need. In other words, it provides the rules for the common use of a language, allowing us to better understand each other. The Essence of Grammar Grammar Within the Communication User Experience Grammar and Fluency Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Júlia F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review, Orshi from Hungary talks about her experience taking ITTT?s 120-hour online TEFL course with tutor support and videos. She appreciated the smoothness of the course and the ease of access to the materials and tutor support. Despite being an experienced language teacher, Orshi found many things in the 20 course modules that helped her to improve her teaching skills. ITTT?s TEFL courses assume participants have zero prior teaching experience, so they are ideal for people who have never taught before. They are also great for current teachers to looking to refresh their skills and pick up some new techniques. 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...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Although many ESL teachers do have foreign language experience, many are not aware of how much this experience benefits them. Sure, if they are teaching English in Japan, having Japanese language experience is helpful for daily life situations, but how could it bleed into the classroom as well? And the language experience doesn't necessarily have to involve the first language of the students, either. Having foreign language experiences allows the teacher to understand just how hard learning a language is, can understand where certain errors may come from, see English from a different perspective, and gives them a stronger grasp on English grammar. Having better understanding Knowing students' native tongue features Considering cultural differences...  [Read more]

  Did you know that you can complete an ITTT online course in the comfort of your own home and at your own pace? In this TEFL review video George talks about his experiences as an ITTT online student. ITTT offers a variety of TEFL/TESOL online courses. For example, for teachers who are considering working with younger students, ITTT offers the Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners. Young learners can be one of the most rewarding of all groups to teach and ITTT's course will provide you with the tools to be an effective classroom teacher. To find out more about this course and other TEFL courses ITTT offers simply follow the links above. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online...  [Read more]

  Before we move on to the final methodology for today, let's just recap and see where we are at this point in time. We're looking at different learning methodologies. Each of those methodologies takes its premise from being somewhere on this particular spectrum of ?nature versus nurture? and where we are on this spectrum gives us a starting point for the background or theory to that particular methodology. So, we?ve had a look starting in the 17th century and the classical method and moving on as the ideas of psychology developed to various methods, such as audiolingualism, the silent way, Suggestopedia and TPR. Each of these showing a development as knowledge about learning increased and each of these takes a different starting point on our English spectrum. Below you can read...  [Read more]

Date posted:2015-03-31 | Writer: Centro Cultural Multilingual | Email: [email protected] We are offering a full time position for a TEFL certified native level English teacher in the city of Querétaro, México. There is a maximum of 25 hours a week, teaching classes both in our school and in local companies. You should be willing to attend some Saturday events (once a month approx), and be prepared to commit to a 6 month contract. What we offer: - $10,500MXN per month payment - Additional $8,000MXN travel bonus upon completion of contract. - Help finding accommodation - Spanish classes - Transport reimbursement What we require: - Spanish is preferred, but not required - 1 year experience preferred, but not required - CELTA, TEFL or similar essential for position - Available to begin...  [Read more]

Date posted:2012-03-26 | Writer: Lincoln School of Foreign Languages | Email: [email protected] Lincoln School of Foreign Languages in Krakow  is now recruiting native speaking teachers of English. Established in 2002, Lincoln is one of the largest language schools in Krakow. Our school is located in central Krakow in the Pokutynski Palace Applicants must have at least a bachelor's degree and have completed a TEFL course or equivalent university course, which includes real hands-on classroom teaching time. We accept applications from native speakers of all English speaking countries. Interviews for the position are to be conducted through Skype video conferencing, please ensure you have access to Skype, a microphone and a webcam before applying. We offer help with...  [Read more]

Date posted:2012-04-11 | Writer: ABC English | Email: [email protected] We are looking for TEFL qualified conversation teachers for our school as well as for Pemex, (an oil company) in Poza Rica Mexico. We welcome experienced as well as non-experienced teachers to join us. Benefits include a salary of $80 Mexican pesos per hour, free accommodation, paid working visa and other benefits. Our school uses the Presentation, Practice, Production teaching method (Communicative Approach to Teaching). Requirements1. Native English2. Easy going, very dynamic and active in the classroom3. Interact with the students and get them to talk.4. TEFL / TESOL or similarTo apply, please email Mr.Martin Gomez your resume, photo, passport photo-page & certificate to the address given on the job...  [Read more]

Date posted:2014-05-08 | Writer: Castle English Language School | Email: [email protected] Castle English Language School is a well-established, original, and independent English language school located in a stunning historic building on Masarykova Street, in the centre of Liberec. We are currently seeking three highly-motivated, professional, dynamic and creative EFL teachers to join our growing school. We are a small but successful, fiercely independent, family run school with very high professional standards based in the beautiful city of Liberec. We pride ourselves on offering initial and continued support and training for all new teachers in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. For further information about our school, have a look on Facebook , “CastleEnglishLanguageSchool”...  [Read more]

  The final stage of the lesson will be the activate and the activate phase is going to form the main speaking activity within the lesson. So, it's very very important that here, we do a good demonstration of what it is that we're expecting them to do, that we elicit the type of target language we're expecting them to produce from the activity. So, one way we could go around it is to, firstly, form pairs. Each pair is going to be given a card and onto that card they're going to write the country and a month. What the teacher can then do, just to add a little bit of spice to it, is to collect all of the cards and shuffle them around and then redistribute them to the pairs so that they get a card that doesn't have their country or their month on it. What they're then going to do is to...  [Read more]

Crafting a compelling TEFL cover letter is essential when applying for English teaching jobs. This letter complements your CV/resume and serves as an opportunity to highlight your passion for teaching and your suitability for the role. Essential elements of a TEFL cover letter include: Remember, your TEFL cover letter is an essential tool in conveying your commitment and expertise in the field. Make it unique to the position on offer Focus on your personal qualities and not just qualifications Keep it brief, neat, and professional Be yourself and include all the necessary contact details How to layout your cover letter Although it might be quicker and easier to use the same cover letter for every job you apply for, tailoring each letter to each specific job will generally reap better...  [Read more]

  There are certain words that need backshifting when using reported speech. In this video we look at backshifting places in reported speech. This video is specifically aimed at teaching reported speech in an ESL setting. 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. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Learing all of parts of speech,I can figure out the different effects they made in sentnces.I confused with the transitive verb and...  [Read more]

  "In this video, our OTP trainee Richard warms up with his students by speaking about playing the lottery in the United States. It's important to get your students thinking and talking in English before starting with the actual lesson of the class. ITTT's Observed Teaching Practice courses (OTP) are ideal for teachers wanting to improve their teaching skills remotely from anywhere in the world." 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. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. Register now & get...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! In English, "very" is used extensively as an adverb to emphasize that something is of a high degree or intensity. However, there are many single words that can be used to say the same thing more effectively.   When speaking or writing English you can make better use of the language and impress the listener/reader by using individual descriptive words rather than using “very” to show a high degree or intensity. For example: Instead of saying “My friend and I took a ride on the roller coaster and we were very afraid” Say “My friend and I took a ride on the roller coaster and we were terrified”   Instead of saying “I was very nervous about taking my English exam” Say “I was...  [Read more]

1. Understanding the CELTA Course 2. Importance of Teaching Reading Strategies 3. Practical Application of Reading Strategies in the CELTA Course 4. Resources and Further Development for Teaching Reading Strategies The CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) course is an internationally recognized qualification for those looking to teach English as a foreign language. It is awarded by Cambridge English Language Assessment and is designed for individuals with little or no previous teaching experience. The course provides a solid foundation in teaching methodology, lesson planning, classroom management, and language analysis. One of the key components of the CELTA course is teaching practice, where trainees have the opportunity to apply what they have learned...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Reading is important in developing language skills. While we may speak every day, the vocabulary used is often limited. For people who speak more than one language, reading is an easy way to help o develop their language skills and fluency. 1. Exposure to Various Topical Vocabulary 2. Exposure to Speech Patterns and Imagination Activities 3. Access to Different Social Contexts Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lidi L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Reading books ensure exposer to vocabulary on different topics, words that may not be head otherwise in our daily lives. Many studies have...  [Read more]

Date posted:2008-01-31 | Writer: The Campbell Institute | Email: [email protected] The Campbell Institute is Wellington’s longest running English Language School, and is the only language school formally accredited by Victoria University of Wellington. Our programmes are also recognised by many other universities and institutes of technology worldwide, and are accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority – NZQA. Student-orientated teaching methods and small class sizes enable students to maximise their learning experience.   Wellington is a picture-perfect city. It is set between a magnificent harbour and rolling green hills. It is also a compact city where modern shops, exciting galleries and great restaurants are within easy walking distance. We...  [Read more]

  Throughout section on the teaching of productive skills and the teaching of receptive skills our activate activities will usually involve some form of game and our final consideration here will be the use of games in the classroom. We can start with a definition of what we actually mean by a game and it basically has three components. A game is an activity that has rules it should have for its purpose in the classroom a teaching point and by nature to the fact that it's a game it should also include an element of fun. So that will be our working definition for a game that we're going to use in the classroom. There are many different types of games and they range between the competitive and those will require cooperation and there are all sorts of games that involve both of these...  [Read more]