Tesol Scholarships

    Are you looking to take your TEFL certification to the next level? The online diploma with tutor support is the most advanced course we offer. The Diploma in TESOL Course is the most advanced online certification that we offer. The course is popular with a wide range of trainees as it adds a high-level qualification to your CV/resume that allows you to apply for more prestigious teaching positions that typically offer a higher salary and greater responsibility. As the diploma course begins with our standard 120-hour online TEFL certification course that covers all the basic subjects new teachers require, the diploma course is open to complete beginners, as well as those with some existing teaching experience. There are several reasons why people enroll on our online Diploma...  [Read more]

The certificates gained by completing a training course with ITTT are the only 100% online TEFL/TESOL certificates available that are validated, accredited, and credit-bearing from an internationally recognized university. The credits earned from ITTT courses have been transferred successfully to universities all over the world. 550-hour Expert Package (120 + CTBE + CTEYL + Diploma + CTEO + Practicum) 9 credit Bachelors 6 credit Masters 250-hour Diploma in TESOL Course 6 credit Bachelors 3 credit Masters 220-hour TEFL Master Package (120 + CTBE + CTEYL) 6 credit Bachelors 3 credit Masters 170-hour TEFL Certificate Course with Online Specialization (120 + CTEO) 5 credit Bachelors 3 credit Masters 120-hour TEFL/TESOL Certificate Course 3 credit Bachelors 1 credit Masters ...  [Read more]

The generally recognized acronym for the field of teaching English is ELT which simply means: English Language Teaching. Within this huge field there are a number of specialisms. One such specialism is the teaching of English to learners for whom English is not their first language. Three common acronyms that are often used when applied to this scenario are TEFL, TESL and TESOL. By defining the terms we will show that the idea of comparing one versus the other, i.e. “TEFL vs TESOL” is not particularly useful. So what do they mean? When the English teaching is to non native speakers and takes place in a country where the first language is not English. Examples would be teaching English in Peru or teaching English in Taiwan. TESL applies when teaching English to non native speakers in a...  [Read more]

International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) have been providing high-quality in-class and online certification courses since 1998. Since then, tens of thousands of students have graduated from our range of courses and gone on to teach English at home or overseas. Many of these have also taken the time to post a review of their training experience. As the market leader in TEFL/TESOL certification, we are proud to receive one of the highest proportions of positive reviews in the field of teacher training. Why not take a look for yourself and see what our graduates have to say about us and our courses? Our Facebook page is a good place to find a range of information about ITTT, including course reviews and general feedback from our many thousands of followers. Reviews.co.uk is the...  [Read more]

On this page you will find a number of infographics covering a range of topics related to TEFL and teaching English, including how to become a TEFL teacher, and where the best salaries can be found. So whether you are thinking about choosing a course and want to know the right one for you, or are looking for more information about English teaching in general, click one of the thumbnails below. ... The reasons people have for starting a career in teaching English are as wide ranging as the people themselves. For some it is a chance to gain valuable experience of the world before heading home and starting a different career. For others, it represents the chance to make a new start, or it is a means to perpetuate a life of travel and adventure. Whatever your reasons for becoming an English...  [Read more]

Welcome to The TEFL and TESOL Podcast by ITTT! Here you will find a collection of all our available episodes in one place. Episodes cover a variety of topics that are related to TEFL, TESOL, and teaching English abroad or online. We regularly add new episodes. This podcast is perfect for anyone interested in teaching English abroad or online and getting TEFL or TESOL certified. Our podcast episodes range from TEFL and TESOL Q&As to interviews with exciting guests, inducing ITTT graduates, ESL recruiters, and other TEFL experts in the EFL industry. Download the episodes on your mobile device or listen to them directly on your laptop! 10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an Off-the-Beaten-Path Teaching Experience:   TEFL, or Teaching English as a Foreign Language, is a...  [Read more]

Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas Learning English as a foreign language is already a challenging task, and British slang words and phrases can make it even trickier. Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas Embarking on a career in international teaching is an exciting opportunity to expand your horizons, experience new cultures, and enhance your professional skills. Sarah Jennings Teaching Ideas As we approach the end of another academic year, it's an ideal time to celebrate achievements, build connections, and reflect on the shared journey. Estefany Garduño Teaching Ideas Listening is a fundamental skill in mastering any language, and English is no exception.Enhancing your listening skills can significantly improve your overall communication abilities... Jon ITTT TEFL Information ...  [Read more]

If you are thinking about teaching English at home or overseas and have yet to decide which course is the right option for you, we would highly recommend you take a close look at our multi-course bundles. There are many benefits to choosing one of our popular course packages, not least the financial aspect. By taking a multi-course option you will receive a major discount compared to the individual course prices which allows you to save more money to put towards your new teaching adventure. The other major benefit of our great value course packages is they will greatly enhance your CV/resume and open up a wider choice of potential job prospects in countries worldwide. Although a standard 120-hour TEFL certification will be enough to secure a good quality teaching job in many areas, having...  [Read more]

Trainees attending our classroom based TEFL courses are assessed and evaluated in a number of different ways. Trainees are assessed and evaluated in the following areas with percentages given as per the weighting of each area: TEFL Course Locations Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

See and hear our graduates describe their own personal experiences of taking a TEFL course with ITTT. If you have any concerns about your ability to complete the course, or if you are unsure whether you should travel around the world to study for your certificate, then listen to these graduates who give their honest opinions on these concerns and much more.  [Read more]

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  If, like many people, the idea of an end of course exam fills you with dread, you have nothing to fear with our online TEFL certification courses. All our online courses include ongoing assessments as you work through the materials, removing the need for a final exam at the end. Each course is divided into separate units with a multiple choice assessment to conclude each section. Once complete, you then move on to the following course unit. There is no need to hit a required pass rate on each individual assessment either, but rather an average requirement of 75% across all the course unit assessments. Provided you reach this realistic assessment level, you will graduate from the course and receive your TEFL course certificate. Thanks to this user friendly approach to...  [Read more]

  Ning is from China and has recently completed the 120-hour TEFL course from ITTT. In this TEFL review, she shares her thoughts on the course experience. She thought the course was extremely helpful and was impressed by the many topics the course covers. She also loved the variety of online resources available to new teachers during and after the course.  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video, Helen shares her thoughts on a TEFL course she recently took with ITTT. She took this TEFL course to improve her skills and have an internationally accredited certification to continue to teach in English. She enjoyed her course and recommends it to anyone wanting to pursue a career in teaching English abroad.  [Read more]

  Nelson is an online English teacher and he recently took an online TEFL course with ITTT. He feels like this course truly helped him and prepared him for what lied ahead in his online teaching career. He recommends this course to anyone interested in teaching English online or in a classroom abroad.  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video Alejandra tells us that she graduated from ITTT?s 120-hour online TEFL course. She is working at an English language academy in Costa Rica that focuses on helping their students with their English fluency. She enjoyed taking the TEFL course and recommends it to anyone thinking of working in the English teaching field.  [Read more]

A TEFL / TESOL certificate is an enduring credential that remains valid throughout your career, eliminating the need for further training or coursework to maintain its validity. Unlike other certifications, it does not come with an expiration date, providing you with peace of mind and flexibility in your teaching journey. With a TEFL / TESOL certificate in hand, you can seamlessly transition into the classroom or online teaching environment, embarking on your professional path without delay. The importance of choosing an accredited, professional course provider. Other considerations. Should I Pursue Additional TEFL Qualifications? Is a TEFL Refresher Course Worth Considering? While a TEFL / TESOL certificate remains valid indefinitely, it is important to remember that the qualification...  [Read more]

Are you not sure whether a TEFL or TESOL course is the right thing for your career? This video section is aimed at helping you make the right decision. Teaching English abroad or online is an exciting career path that is a great match for a wide variety of people. Check out the videos below and find out if it's also right for you.  [Read more]

On this page you will find a selection of English grammar related videos taken from our Ask Linda series. Each video features our grammar expert Linda explaining a common grammar issue that can often cause confusion among students and teachers.  [Read more]

In these videos our grammar expert Linda demonstrates how to correctly pronounce a wide variety of common and not so common words that you might encounter in an English language classroom. Come back regularly as our Ask Linda series is frequently updated.  [Read more]

The 120-credit online B.Ed in TESOL from Paris College of International Education is an accessible, affordable, and international qualification. Accessible: The whole course is run via our state-of-the-art Learning Management System. Through the LMS you can study the materials, take quizzes, submit assignments, receive feedback, and communicate with other students on your course. The LMS is very convenient as it can be accessed from your computer, tablet, or smartphone. There are no set times to study, which means you can set your own schedule to suit your existing commitments. Affordable: With total fees of €3,600 (spread over the course of your study), our B.Ed in TESOL is amongst the most affordable degrees in the world, at just over €75 per month over 4 years. International: Paris...  [Read more]

With so many different types of TEFL and TESOL courses to choose from, it can be hard to pick the right one. The comprehensive guide below will help you find the type of TEFL/TESOL course that suits your needs and goals so that you are ready for a successful and exciting career in teaching English as a foreign language. The 120-hour TEFL certification course from ITTT is one of the most popular TEFL courses on the market due to its versatility. It is designed to provide everything you need in order to get your new career as an English language teacher underway, no matter where you plan to live and work around the world. It is essentially the unofficial minimum-level certification that employers look for when recruiting new teachers. In many popular teaching destinations a TEFL...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video for the TEFL International course in Prague in the Czech Republic, Daniel talks about what he got out of the course and how it has prepared him for starting his English teaching career. ITTT's courses can be studied at any of the many training centers located around the world and our online courses can be studied in your own home at your own pace. 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...  [Read more]

  Yolanda's experience on ITTT's 120-hour online TEFL course helped her to become a more effective teacher as she explains in this TEFL review video. 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! the proper teaching materials are essential to teaching the lessons, and for the students to learn the language in its every day use. There is no set rules for the use or not using of the course books. it all...  [Read more]

  Zeki is from Turkey and currently working as an English teacher in Mongolia. He enjoyed working through the units and especially found the grammar units very useful. He highly recommends this certification course for anyone interested in teaching abroad. 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! This unit's main focus was on ways of teaching. It specifically focused the Engage, Study and Activate...  [Read more]

  This video is the first of two that looks at the structure of the Present Perfect tense. Positive: subject +auxiliary verb have/has + past participle I have played. / She has played. Negative: subject + auxiliary verb have/has + not + past participle I have not played. / She has not played. Question: auxiliary verb have/has + subject + past participle Have I played? / Has she played? This verb tense requires the use of the past participle. With regular verbs the past participle is the verb plus ed, for example work - worked. However there are many irregular verbs that do not follow this pattern and have to be learnt from memory. For example, eat- eaten, drink-drunk, teach-taught. Most good grammar books will provide you with lists of irregular verbs. The tense system is just one...  [Read more]

  Olga form Russia took the 120-hour online course with ITTT and is now teaching English in China. In this TEFL review video Olga gives us brief look at one of her classes. The students are studying animal vocabulary and are obviously enjoying themselves. 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! In this lesson, I got to learn about past sentences in which will be useful for me to know about the...  [Read more]

  Tori completed the 120-hour TESOL certificate course as well as the business English course to further her education in English language teaching. In this TESOL review she tells us that as an English and Education university graduate Tori found that she had come across some of the theories covered in the courses before but also learned new theories and methodologies. She was also able to put the knowledge she learned on the courses to immediate use in her lessons in Japan. 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...  [Read more]

1. **Introduction** 2. **Benefits of Studying ESL in Argentina** 3. **Cost of Living and Tuition Fees** 4. **Accommodation Options** Choosing Argentina as your destination for studying English as a Second Language (ESL) comes with numerous advantages. As one of the most culturally rich and diverse countries in South America, Argentina offers a unique experience for students looking to immerse themselves in the language and culture. With its vibrant cities, stunning natural landscapes, and warm and welcoming people, Argentina provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable ESL learning experience. One of the most appealing aspects of studying ESL in Argentina is the affordability compared to other English-speaking countries. The cost of living in Argentina is significantly lower, making...  [Read more]

  In her TEFL review video Francesca from Germany talks about her 120 hour TEFL/TESOL online course. The course gave her a greater understanding of grammar and phonology. It also gave her many insights into how to structure her lessons. She now feels very confident in her ability to be able to deliver productive lessons to her students. She now plans to further her job prospects by completing ITTT's Teaching English to Young Learners course. 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...  [Read more]