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Tue, 21 Apr 2020 Karah Musani Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 7 Fun Reward Systems That Will Keep Your Students More Engaged Teaching children can be challenging. If you're teaching an adult, chances are, they're there because they want to learn. Most children, however, would much rather be watching their favorite TV show, so it's important to make the class fun and engaging. One of the best ways to do this is with a reward system. Plan a reward system with 4 to 6 rewards and give one to the student periodically throughout the class when they have done a good job. You can use this to reinforce good behavior and to encourage the student to try harder so that they get more rewards. All of my reward systems rely on a whiteboard the students can see. The rewards will be placed on the...  [Read more]

Thu, 28 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Principles of Managing Equipment and Teaching Aids There are many different ways in which a trainer can make the learning experience more interesting and memorable for learners. One technique is to use teaching aids.Many different teaching aids can be used to make lessons more interesting. effective and less dependent on the books. These are things used in the classroom to aid in teaching and training. Table of Contents Following are some of the resources often found in classrooms and study centers: 1. The Board 2. Interactive Whiteboards 3. Overhead Projector (OHP) 4. Visual Aids 5. Worksheets and Work Cards 6. Video Camera 7.Teaching Aids Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Сan We Decrease Teacher Talking Time and Why Should We? Have you ever had the experience of saying a fictional character's name out loud to someone for the first time and they don't know whom you are talking about even though you're reading the same book? I have and it was a confusing feeling. The thing I have learned about English is that to truly learn it, you need to speak it. When we learn English by speaking it out loud we can avoid the mistakes of mispronouncing words that we have only ever read in our heads. This is the primary reason I think we need to decrease teacher speaking time in class and dramatically increase student speaking time when we are teaching our students English. Table of Contents Anticipated Challenges...  [Read more]

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas How to Design Online English Lessons With Miro and Canva Hello everybody, my name is Liza and I welcome you to the weekly live stream run by ITTT. Today's live stream is going to be slightly different from the previous ones because I'm going to share my screen and show you technical things in real time. So this live stream is going to be devoted to the best tools for designing online English lessons and to make sure everything is clear to you, I want to show you in real time how I design my lessons. Table of Contents Watch the live session here Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the live session...  [Read more]

How to Design Online English Lessons With Miro and Canva   Hello everybody, my name is Liza and I welcome you to the weekly live stream run by ITTT. Today's live stream is going to be slightly different from the previous ones because I'm going to share my screen and show you technical things in real time. So this live stream is going to be devoted to the best tools for designing online English lessons and to make sure everything is clear to you, I want to show you in real time how I design my lessons. As I have already mentioned in some of my previous streams, I've been using a couple of useful tools to deliver my classes. The first is Mira which is an online collaborative whiteboard, and another one is Canva which is a really great designing tool for creating beautiful...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Teach Students With Different Learning Styles Jeremy Harmer, in his book How to Teach English, discusses different learning styles of students. He states that everyone responds to stimuli like photos, pictures, sounds, music, and movement, but that some things stimulate student learning more than other things do. Harmer cites Richard Bandler and John Grinder's neuro-linguistic programming theory which states that everyone has a preferred stimulus (e.g. visual, auditory, or kinesthetic) which they respond to above all others. Students who have a visual preference will remember things better if they see them. Those with an auditory preference are more likely to recall things they hear. Kinesthetic learners are influenced by...  [Read more]

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 Federico Riva TEFL Information Course Books and Materials: Use of the Wipe Board Let's have a look at our top tips when using the wipeboard. Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Watch the video about this topic Perhaps the most important thing to remember is that we should start with a clean board. Students have a tendency to read what is on the board, so if anything has to be pre-written, cover it up with paper until it is needed. Secondly it's always very useful to make a board plan so that you know where things are going to appear on the board by the end of your lesson. It is very simple to do a board plan,...  [Read more]

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 Anastasiya Akpinar TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching English Online with Zoom: ✅ The Ins and Outs The Covid-19 pandemic began all of sudden and covered the world with silent panic and frustration. Quarantine rules provided by governments influenced all social spheres of life, including education. Schools were closed, and the teaching process was stopped. A solution was quickly found: universities, schools, and even pre-schools started giving lessons online. Most of them use the same application for online studying – ZOOM. Table of Contents Why Zoom? Digging deeper The "Mute" button Sharing on Zoom Remote control or "motivating" feature You have a message Cyber-Safety Record Lessons A wonderful new world Do you want to teach English...  [Read more]

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Alumni Experience of Teaching Young Students Online Teaching English online has been a great experience for me. For the past two years, I have been able to provide English lessons to Chinese students between the ages of 4 and 14 through a platform called VIPKID. It is a platform that allows Chinese parents to partner their Children with North American English teachers via the Internet. The platform provides all of the lesson materials that are easy to follow after training and participating in workshops with more knowledgeable teachers. It is an impressive platform that has positively impacted my teaching experience. Table of Contents Pros and Cons for Teachers How to Solve Problems? My Thoughts on Online Education Do you want to...  [Read more]

Sun, 04 Aug 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How TEFL Course Inspired Me in My Teaching "Why do I have to take a TEFL course?" I asked this question when my daughter suggested to me to enroll in this course. Having decided to say goodbye to my current job as an international homeroom teacher, I am now embarking on a new journey of applying abroad for a teaching position at an international school. Thanks to the Americans who defeated our Spanish colonizers way back the 19th century, they brought their educational system to the Philippines. Ever since I started school, I have been taught the American way using the English language as the medium of instruction. However, even if I am learned in English, I have to get a TEFL course to prove my competence in the English...  [Read more]

Tue, 10 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Tactics to Increase Teacher Confidence in an ESL Class A teacher must be confident in the classroom so he or she can keep control over it and make sure that the students look up to him/her as an example for their English journey. Table of Contents Knowing the subject Preparing the class Being on time Being patient with yourself Know the student's needs Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tatiana M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Knowing the subject As a teacher, you have to know and understand clearly anything you are trying to teach to your students. This, apart from...  [Read more]

Mon, 06 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What You Need To Consider Before Planning Your Lessons The importance of a pre-planned lesson cannot be understated, having a plan is paramount to the success of the lesson and to achieve the desired teaching point in a structured way. Lesson plans act as a guide within a lesson so it should not be too complex in nature but should have enough detail to direct the teacher on the sequence and timing of the lesson. Table of Contents Why do you need it? What do you need to write in it? Learner objectives Personal aims Language Point Teaching Aids Anticipated problems The procedure, Phase, and Timing Interaction Class level, number of students Date and Time Do you want to learn how to plan lessons properly? Take your TEFL course...  [Read more]

Fri, 20 Mar 2020 Karah Musani Teaching Ideas 7 Tips for Setting up Your Online Classroom One of the most daunting things about teaching online is setting up your online classroom. You have to set up the lighting, buy props, make sure the camera is at the right angle, and find a suitable headset. It can be expensive and overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Here is what I've learned about setting up a cheap, organized online classroom. Table of Contents 1. Whiteboards are your best friends 2. Use lamps or an LED ring light 3. Buy cheap props 4. Invest in a good headset 5. Make sure your camera is above you 6. Have a drink nearby 7. Organize your props Are you ready to teach English online? Related Articles: 1. Whiteboards are your best friends Whiteboards are your best friends....  [Read more]

Wed, 19 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Methods Can Help Teachers Increase Their Confidence in the Classroom? A teacher must be confident in the classroom so he or she can keep control over it and make sure that the students look up to him/her as an example for their English journey. Table of Contents Knowing the subject: Preparing the class: Being on time: Being patient with yourself: Know the student's needs: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tatiana M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Knowing the subject: As a teacher, you have to know and understand clearly anything you are trying to teach to your...  [Read more]

Jobs For TEFL Certified Teachers in Japan Date posted:2014-08-26 | Writer: Coco Juku English School | Email: [email protected] Coco Juku English School, part of the Nichii Gakkan Company, is now recruiting dedicated and professional English Instructors for teaching positions all across Japan. Whether you are a recent TEFL graduate starting a career in education, or a seasoned veteran with years of teaching experience under your belt - Nichii Gakkan is a company that can offer you continued support, allowing you to grow both professionally and personally in a dynamic working environment. Have you got what it takes to teach all age groups and thrive in a well established, yet rapidly growing company? If yes, we want to hear from you! Details: - Full time positions, one year...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Computer-Aided Language Learning Computers are becoming more and more common in the classroom. While they should not be relied upon as the main or sole source of teaching, they can be very helpful for students and teachers in the classroom. One of the complaints about Computer-aided language learning (CALL) is that computers can be costly and it requires many of them to teach, but that does not have to be the case. In fact, computers can be cost-effective in that almost all other teaching equipment and their features can be used on one or a few computers. Part I of this essay will discuss the advantages CALL has over other forms of technology. Part II will discuss the useful activities and applications of CALL in the classroom. Table...  [Read more]

Games in the Classroom There are many games that can be used in the TEFL classroom, from simple games that only require a pen and a whiteboard to more elaborate board games. There are some games that have been specifically designed to be used in English language classes, while other, everyday games that we usually play for fun can also be adapted to be used with your students. You can even create your own games! There are many misconceptions about using games in the classroom. Some people believe that studying should be serious and that there is no place for this kind of “entertainment” in the classroom. Others believe that games are only for children and that adults are not interested in playing when they should be studying. Neither of these assertions is true, research and...  [Read more]

Thu, 04 Jul 2019 Chris Rush TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 4 Essential Tools For Teaching ESL Online Do you dream of using your TEFL certification to teach online? Online teaching is booming, and it's an amazing opportunity, but working for an online teaching company also has its pitfalls: it's hard to tell which companies are legit, wage information can be scarce, and you can be treated like a number rather than a person. The internet is unfortunately full of online teachers' horror stories of being treated like replaceable commodities. To make matters even more confusing, social media is crawling with recruiters and teachers posting referral links to work at their companies. It's hard to know who to trust! Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Lesson Content and Student...  [Read more]

Top Tips for Teaching English to Young Learners 02/18/2023 hi welcome Linda here from ITT back this week with another live session I hope you're doing well thank you so much for joining me today I'm happy to see you if you can see me and if you can hear me clearly if everything's working please just leave a high in the comment section and uh maybe also let me know where you are right now where are you watching from today what time is it there how are you doing let me know in the comments we are live on Facebook and on YouTube at the same time and we also always turn our live sessions into podcast episodes so if you're listening to this as a podcast thank you so much for the download and thank you so much for listening we really appreciate that don't forget to like And subscribe um so...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Top Tips for Creating a Responsive Classroom Environment There are many important things for an English as a Second Language (ESL) teacher to consider when designing a seating arrangement for the classroom. Every teacher desires to create an atmosphere where good interaction can take place between the students as well as an atmosphere where attention can be focused on the teacher during times of teacher instruction. Of course, many limiting factors can affect the seating arrangement of the classroom, and the teacher may not end up having the ideal seating arrangement due to these factors. The two primary limiting factors that affect seating arrangement include the class size and the room size. Here we will look at the positives and...  [Read more]

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Learning Differs for Young Learners and Adults Young learners and adults have different needs and goals in the classroom. Young learners want to be engaged and have rapidly changing activities while adult learners will enjoy a more serious classroom setting. It is the job of the teacher to ensure that these needs are met for both age groups. Table of Contents Visual Activities Speaking Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Preston M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Visual If a teacher is teaching classes with young learners, visual cues are very important. Many young...  [Read more]

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How Do We Teach English as a Second Language or English as a Foreign Language? Language as a second language or as a foreign language consists of classroom course material and student-teacher components that require a certain educational environment to be taught. Language acquisition starts from early childhood to the critical age of 13 years. Born into a natural language environment, the child begins to process the language pragmatically thanks to its sound, environment, and natural language skills. Table of Contents Education System Personal Experience Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Skills Required for Productive Classroom Management Classroom management is essential to its overall function and health. There are several skills and techniques that teachers use to better educate the students. A strong teacher-student relationship helps this process immensely. When a teacher pours into a student, the student has a desire to be present in the classroom. They want to be there and enjoy learning more than if they see the teacher as just a "head of the classroom" figure. Of course, there can be a fine line between being too much of a friend versus a teacher. You want to have a good relationship with the students, but they have to know you still are in control. Table of Contents Dark sides of poor classroom management...  [Read more]

Fri, 26 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Understand Lesson Planning and Nail It A lesson plan is a working document that serves as a reference point for teaching. A lesson plan is also a record; it can be referred to in any future lesson by the teacher. It also serves as a guide for a teacher who is covering an absent teacher. It helps the teacher to know how to carry out the lesson. This means that a lesson plan has to be simple and clear for another teacher to understand. Table of Contents A lesson plan consists of the date and time of the lesson. A lesson plan has a learner objective as well as a teacher objective. A lesson plan shows the procedure of the lesson. Engage Study Activate Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Classroom Management – The Key to Creating a Successful Learning Environment For students to benefit most from their time in the classroom, they must feel at ease, focused, and engaged with what they are doing. Before any sort of lesson can begin or homework administered, I believe that creating an atmosphere where the students can feel like they are being set up for success is key. Managing a classroom, from the very first day of introductions, to when problems and issues arise and through to final tests, is key in creating space where students can feel comfortable learning. Table of Contents Managing personalities is difficult in any setting. The unit touches on many of these key points, from tone and gesture to the arrangement...  [Read more]

TEFL terms explained As with most professions the world of Teaching English as a Foreign Language has many of its own particular and sometimes peculiar terms and jargon. Getting to grips with the wide array of acronyms in the industry can sometimes feel like learning a whole new language! So if you have trouble telling the difference between your IWB (Interactive Whiteboard) and your OHP (Overhead Projector), this infographic is a great guide to what’s what in the English language teaching industry. Two of the most commonly used phrases in English teaching, and two that cause most confusion are TEFL and TESOL. TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language and TESOL means Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. Another term, TESL, means Teaching English as a Second...  [Read more]

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 Kavinna Batra Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The 8 Best Classroom Tools Every Teacher Should Use Technology is something that is coming strong! Teachers need to incorporate technology besides from online resources. Teachers can use trusted online resources and different applications to keep students more engaged and to enhance the traditional ways of teaching. Online assessments, grading software, and virtual lesson plans can help teachers save a lot of time. Table of Contents Socrative Quizlet Just Press Record Trello Tomato Timer Google Calendar Google Classroom Class Dojo Which is your favorite tool? Related Articles: There is a range of tools that can be used in a classroom to support student learning, ranging from traditional to high-tech options. For...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Our Complete Guide to Teaching English Online As we talk about teaching English online (TEO), let's first look at some of the basics of teaching English in this way. So, what does TEO generally involve? Table of Contents Watch the video about this topic The three main things you need to teach English online are: Additional requirements for some companies: The two main types of online teaching. 1. Online platforms 3. Fully Independent online teaching The Pros and Cons of Teaching Enlgish online The pros The cons 1. How much can you earn teaching English online? 2. Which platforms hire online English teachers? 3. Where should you look for jobs? 4. Setting up to work independently a. Do you have the...  [Read more]

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 Maddy Payne Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences An Australian Amongst American Textbooks in Japan: ✅ Teaching in a Country that Values American English Assistant Language Teachers in Japan come from different countries worldwide, bringing different kinds of English with them. In my experience, American English is often the most sought-after version of English. Some countries highly value Language Teachers from the USA, which often matches their American-style textbooks and resources. Sometimes people are even overlooked for job opportunities due to their Australian accent and British English background. Well, Japan is no different in this regard. Many Japanese schools hold American English in high regard, so what is it like being an Australian-English...  [Read more]

What will a TEFL employer ask in an interview? During a TEFL interview, employers aim to gauge your teaching aptitude, experience, and cultural adaptability. Common questions you might encounter include: Being prepared with thoughtful answers to these typical TEFL interview inquiries will enhance your chances of making a lasting impression and securing the position. Table of Contents What are the most common questions to expect in a TEFL job interview? What work related questions should I expect in a TEFL job interview? Is there such a thing as a typical TEFL job interview? What are the most common questions to expect in a TEFL job interview? The employer will certainly want to form an impression of who you are as a person, so expect questions such as: What do you like to do in your...  [Read more]