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Tue, 04 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Significance of English Proficiency to Society A foreign language is a sector of linguistics that is region-based and as the name states are foreign to the country or the person. And this entails that language is part of the culture and personality of every person. As each language is unique and meaningful in its way and turn reflects the culture, values, and behavior. No region or country does not have its language, culture, and beliefs. Table of Contents What is ESL? Drawbacks Research in social fields What is "Language"? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Overall, when learning a foreign language you are learning not only linguistics but their religion, their way of interaction,...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Many Roles of English in Global Society Language is the primary medium of human social interaction, and interaction is the mean through which social relations are conducted and maintained. It is a vital commodity in a globalized world (Block and Cameron, 2002). Everyone needs and uses language as a means of communication and to express their needs in various aspects of life. So, as the community of the world, people need language to be used as a means of communication. Why do we need an international or global language? Why has it become a global language? Table of Contents English development Business world Culture Education Technology Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was...  [Read more]

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why Learning Grammar is Crucial for the Society 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. Table of Contents 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....  [Read more]

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Job: How Do People See it? Most would simply say that a teacher is that person standing in front of a classroom "teaching", and they wouldn't be wrong. If a little more thought is actually given to the question, people would begin to understand that a teacher is much more than someone reading out of a book or simply following a syllabus, flipping through the pages just to get from cover to cover. The role of a teacher as it has always been being something often overlooked and taken for granted. Table of Contents Importance for Society Knowledge Transfer Teacher's Experience Teaching Skills Are you ready to teach English all over the world? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English: Roots and Relevancy English has its origins in Britain and, as the history books will show, their colonization across a large part of the world brought the language to foreign lands. With their power and influence spread over more of the world, in turn, their language was also widely introduced. In that time, English was taught to those who now found themselves under British rule. Formal education was also taught in English, so it was necessary to know the language for the locals to verse themselves in the culture and enter into trades. Table of Contents History of English Cultural Relevance Social Media Modern Importance Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Liza is a translator, freelancer and ESL teacher from Russia. She had been teaching in a Chinese bilingual school for more than two years and recently moved to Thiland to run her blog about teaching and freelance job. Read my articles Stories for Teaching English to Different Groups of Students | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who shares their ideas on how to implement different stories considering students' age. Top Tips for Embedding Games into Your Classroom Routine | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, you will find information on why and how to use games in your lessons. The Basics of Planning and Reviewing a Lesson | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina ...  [Read more]

Can I teach English online as a volunteer? Volunteer English teaching has been an important part of the TEFL world for many years, with countless schemes operating in many parts of the world. Most of these opportunities are located in developing countries where access to affordable language lessons is not widespread and where people often see improving their English as a clear path towards better jobs and a better future for them and their families. However, while these schemes provide a very valuable service, there are now increasing numbers of online volunteer based teaching platforms that are able to provide help to even more people worldwide. Why volunteer to teach online? There are many individual reasons for wanting to offer your services as an online volunteer English teacher. For...  [Read more]

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas English as a Global Language: Why is it an Important Skill to Have? Communication through complex language is a uniquely human trait that allowed for the development of society and culture in the human species. Over the past several decades, humans have moved into an era of a globalized society. Part of "society" is sharing a language; therefore, a globalized society should have a shared language. While there are still many cultures across the globe and thousands of languages being spoken, English has gained a place of global dominance. The recent rise in technology has created avenues for instantaneous communication between people thousands of miles apart. With the internet playing an extremely important role in how humans continue...  [Read more]

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 Mark Crocker TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Cultural Sensitivity in the Classroom and the Geert Hofstede Model There are several things that a teacher should consider before entering a classroom and one very important consideration, particularly for EFL teachers, is the topic of cultural sensitivity. Because English classes are often conducted with students from a variety of different cultures and often take place in a foreign country, teachers must ensure that their teaching does not offend cultural or social norms. For example, in a Western classroom it might be quite common to divide the class into mixed-sex pairs, however, in some cultures this could be seen as offensive. So how can teachers prepare themselves for these situations? Table of Contents The...  [Read more]

Employment teaching EFL in Vietnam Date posted:2006-09-20 | Writer: Vietnam USA Society English Training Service Cente | Email: [email protected] Affiliated with the City University of New York, Vietnam USA Society English Training Service Center (VUS) is one of the largest and most respected language institutions in Hochiminh City as well as nationwide. Currently, VUS teaching staff consists of 300 well- qualified teachers. It has the highest number of students (over 15.000), with 6 campuses operating in various districts in Hochiminh City offering a wide choice of locations for students. VUS YOUR DESTINATION OF TEACHING IN VIETNAM REQUIREMENTS -Native English speaking teachers (American, Canadian, British, Australian, New Zealander are preferred) -Bachelor's Degree -English...  [Read more]

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why Cultural Sensitivity In The Classroom Is Valuable The English language has become a bridge between nations and peoples all around the globe. Many aspiring students and individuals are choosing to pursue English as a foreign language to be able to boost their opportunities in our increasingly global world. Teachers of English are thus in demand all over the world, and those that take overseas positions naturally leave their homeland to live full time in a new country. It is valuable for these teachers to practice cultural sensitivity because the culture is a foundational part of society. Cultural sensitivity in the classroom can also promote a better classroom environment. Moreover, the teacher who practices this can increase...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How do Japanese Students Respond to Some Common Challenges in English? Japan is a country continuously changing at a rapid pace largely due to globalization and marketing. With its growing popularity and necessity, difficulties are sure to arise for people learning English and specifically, in Japan. To fully understand all the problems learners face in Japan, it is important to realize why English is so widely being studied in the first place. Firstly, students must study English for 6 years throughout primary and high school. As well as being part of the Japanese schooling system, the advantages of being able to speak English are endless. The benefits of finding a job or being able to communicate whilst abroad are common motives....  [Read more]

Teach TEFL in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Date posted:2007-05-07 | Writer: Vietnam USA Society English Training Service Cente | Email: [email protected] From late May onwards VUS will need qualified ESL teachers to fill openings at our 5 HCMC campuses. There will be a particular need for teachers with experience delivering high level general English and EAP / TOEFL prep classes for adult learners. Newly certified ESL teachers are also welcome to apply. Vietnam USA Society English Training Service Center (VUS) is one of the largest and most respected English language institutions in Vietnam, offering a wide choice of courses and locations for students. Currently VUS has more than 15, 000 students enrolled at our 6 campuses located in various districts of Ho Chi Minh City. VUS has...  [Read more]

English Language Examiner for the IELTS Speaking Test, Helsinki, Finland Date posted:2019-11-07 | Writer: Finnbrit Language Centre | Email: [email protected] Finnish-British Society / Finnbrit Language Centre, is a registered non-profit membership society. We provide social and cultural activities, language training, and examination services with a focus on the IELTS and Cambridge examinations. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the world’s most popular English language proficiency test for higher education and global migration. IELTS has been developed by some of the world’s leading language assessment experts and tests the full range of English skills needed for success in a new job or study placement abroad. We are now looking for you to join our team...  [Read more]

TEFL Jobs in Finland  English Language Examiner for the IELTS Speaking Test, Helsinki, Finland Writer: Finnbrit Language Centre | Email: [email protected] Finnish-British Society / Finnbrit Language Centre, is a registered non-profit membership society. We provide social and cultural activities, language training, and examination services with a focus on the IELTS and Cambridge examinations. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the world’s most popular English language proficiency test for higher education and global migration. IELTS has been developed by some of the world’s leading language assessment experts and tests the full range of English skills needed for success in a new job or study placement abroad. We are now looking for you to join our...  [Read more]

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Family Impact on Children's EFL Education In education, intelligence is not the only factor but maybe one of the most important ones. Regardless, many factors affect the children's education, such as financial situation, social structure, and even whether it is a developed country or a developing country. However, the role of the parents can not be ignored as it is essential as intelligence.Because children like to imitate what their parents do, parents should be more aware of what they are doing to avoid negative situations. For instance, if parents do not interest in their children's case at school, children will realize this and they begin not paying attention to their education as their parents...  [Read more]

Thu, 25 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Rocket Science of Being a Teacher Teachers are arguably one of the most important figures in society. They are the people that shape and influence society. Teachers have been around since the beginning of time. Some remarkable teachers, such as Jesus and Buddha, continue to leave their influence on society today. Many great teachers have similar qualities. It doesn't matter where they came from. What made them great was that they had a passion for what they taught, led by example, and had a sincere desire to make a difference. In my opinion, the role of a teacher is to have these three qualities and the rest will follow. Table of Contents Teacher's Attitude Role Model Do you want to teach Egnlish abroad? Take a TEFL course today!...  [Read more]

Employment teaching English in Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh City Date posted:2005-08-16 | Writer: VUS | Email: [email protected] Vietnam-USA Society English Training Service Center (VUS) is one of the most popular and prestigious English centers in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. We have 5 campuses in the city with around 10, 000 students of different ages and 230 teachers. We offer a wide range of programs to fit our students needs, ranging from childrens program to the TOEIC, TOEFL and IELTS preparation courses. Our training quality is measured by international standardized tests such as Cambridge Examinations for Young Learners, TOEIC, TOEIC Bridge and International TOEFL. Due to our rapid expansion we are looking for qualified, experienced and motivated teachers to join our faculty team...  [Read more]

Energetic Teacher Wanted to Teach English in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Date posted:2004-11-02 | Writer: Vietnam-USA Society English Training Service Cente | Email: [email protected]   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 & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Learning Modes: Adults vs. Children The purpose of this essay is to explore the differences between child and adult learning styles.Much has been already written about brain development. Throughout the human life span, the early ages, one through ten years is the human brain's most efficient time for learning. Table of Contents Ways of Perceiving Information Children Teenagers Adults Creativity Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ralph D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Ways of Perceiving Information Children Children are then like sponges soaking up the language....  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teachers and Their Role in the ESL Classroom "Teacher", this word is linked with everyone's life in a very sensitive and special way. Have you ever observed a child who has just started his/her school life? If you have, you will see that the child follows his/her teacher blindly. The very common reply a parent gets when they try to teach their child some new math technique or holding the pencil etc. is "No, my teacher showed me this way." At home, they often start speaking the way (I would not say imitate) their teacher speaks with them. They admire them so much that they never stop talking about them after returning home. And a common role-play game we all play during our childhood is being a teacher. So, it's quite understood...  [Read more]

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What Problems South Korean Students Face While Learning English Koreans take education very, very seriously, yet there are many problems for learners in South Korea. Society deems those who are not good at studying as lazy, and good for nothing, therefore most students study to death. Literally. They go to school extremely early, finish around noon, and then stay at a cram school until late at night. They repeat the same routine over and over again every single day. They even have to study during vacation. This results in students that do not study because they are motivated or because they want to, but simply because they are forced to, and if they do not, they can't enter the college they want or land the job they've always...  [Read more]

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Top Responsibilities of a Teacher in the Classroom Everyday people learn new things about the surrounding world, everyday people improve climbing upstairs by stairs, everyday people enrich with information that can be helpful in the future. The question is "can they do it on their own?" Who helps them to study? The answer is quite simple. It is a teacher. Table of Contents Teacher's Community Position Care Giver Atmosphere Creator Mentor Communicator Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Oleksandr B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teacher's Community Position A teacher is...  [Read more]

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Teaching Slang and Idioms Can Help Students Understand the Context and Connotations Surrounding the English Language Throughout this course, it was mentioned that language does not happen in isolation. It is a product of the various aspects of culture, values, and context that make up the environment in which the language is used. Language can be used in vastly diverse and varied manners, and within different contexts have unique meanings. In the same way, slang and idioms are created based on specific contexts that exist within a society or group within a culture. Table of Contents Cultural Awareness Creativity and Fun Motivation Aspect Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why do Japanese Learners Face Difficulties when Studying English? English is causing many problems in Asian countries which can be seen just by the high demand for English teachers - including ESL teachers. One of the countries is Japan, a country with a good economy and a society well known for their kindness and politeness, but unfortunately also for the low number of English speakers. There are many reasons why English is likely to pose problems in Japan but there are many possibilities to improve the English lessons to offer lessons that help Japanese students to achieve a higher English level. Table of Contents 1. English is only written during lessons (Student Talk time is too low) 2. Students are not asked to express their...  [Read more]

Courses TEFL Price Check out tefl tesol about Courses TEFL Price 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 B.S. - Korea said: Songs in the ClassroomSome people are gifted with excellent memories and a capacity to learn languages in general. Other people are not so fortunate, but may find themselves in a position requisite of learning another language. Such people, and I am one of them, must resort to stratagems and tricks in order to keep the information in the brain and accessible. Poems, chants, and songs are common mnemonics. The effects of music on the human mind and body have been...  [Read more]

Fri, 31 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Can Parents Assist Students and Teachers in EFL? The parent's role in education is important because the root of the development of every human started in the family. It is important for our society that parents be the primary role models for their children because children can easily be inspired by what their parents do. When parents become involved in their children's education, the teacher can focus more on the educational content, and teachers, parents, and students can work together to help the students to succeed. From birth to adulthood, education can come from a mixture of different sources of influence, such as family, school, church, neighborhood, and social media. Table of Contents Family vs. School Primary...  [Read more]

Thu, 06 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Really Is the Role of the Parents in Education? It goes without saying that parents are the first teachers to their children, thus, education begins at home. Mothers and fathers together with school personnel may set up a perfect environment for a child's balanced learning. Table of Contents Research in the field Suggestions to parents 1. Be a Role Model 2. Read books together 3. Encourage active learning Learn new teaching skills by taking a TEFL course today! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: Research in the field Recent research has shown that parent involvement in their child's school life has many positive results. For example, students whose parents participated in PTA got higher grades and test scores. They...  [Read more]

Female volunteer ESL Teachers in India. Date posted:2006-01-18 | Writer: Unity Charitable Trust | Email: [email protected] Volunteering, a very good way to teach, serve, care and help others has a meaningful, positive impact on a society and the volunteers too can have many benefits like getting practical knowledge of a country or a region with different culture and customs. Whether you teach kids, serve orphaned children, you'll experience the real world through hands-on work. You can use this experience to explore your major or career interests. Volunteering brings together a variety of people. Both the recipients of your volunteer efforts and your co-workers can be rich sources of insight. Volunteering has many other intangible benefits. It can help you give back to society, break...  [Read more]

Wed, 27 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Parents Influence Their Child's Learning Path Kids' education starts at home. Thus parents are their first teachers and home is the first school. Parents not only play vital roles in the children's educational path but the betterment of their lives too. Mere teaching A B C D is not part of education. But good values and behavior of the children are equally important, which they learn from their parents. Table of Contents 1. Role Model: 2. Guide: 3. Pure and pleasant atmosphere: 4. Balanced Criticism: 5. Motivation and loyalty: 6. Test or exam preparation: 7. Relationship with teacher: 8 .Rewarding Nature: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]