Verb Patterns

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun board game to practice verbs. You can modify this to all different kinds of tenses or grammar patterns.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas There are many different types of peculiarities when concerning the English language, and this essay is aimed at the difficulties in teaching those peculiarities to learners that are not fluent in the English language. It can be difficult for native English speakers to progressively learn the subtle nuances as children graduating to young adults and navigating complexities of the language as adults; deciphering whether or not these peculiarities warrant further investigation or retention based on usage and context. These oddities of the English language can be exponentially more difficult for those attempting to learn the English language as a second language, having fully grasped the complexities of their own language only to have to navigate the...  [Read more]

Teaching English language patterns is crucial in a TEFL setting as it forms the foundation for language acquisition and communication skills. Language patterns help learners understand the structure of English sentences, enabling them to express themselves effectively. By focusing on patterns, students can improve their grammar, vocabulary, and overall fluency in English. Understanding language patterns also enhances comprehension and enables learners to produce more accurate and coherent speech and writing. To effectively teach English language patterns, teachers can employ a variety of strategies. One approach is to use visual aids such as charts, diagrams, and graphs to help students visualize the patterns in English sentences. Teachers can also incorporate real-life examples and...  [Read more]

In today's interconnected world, the ability to communicate effectively in English has become more important than ever. Whether you're a student looking to study abroad, a professional seeking to advance your career, or simply someone who wants to improve your language skills, mastering English can open up a world of opportunities. At ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training), we are dedicated to helping individuals like you achieve fluency in English through our comprehensive and effective language programs. English has long been recognized as the global lingua franca, serving as the primary language of communication in various fields such as business, technology, science, and academia. As such, possessing strong English language skills can significantly enhance your prospects for...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here is an overview of all the different verb tenses in the English language.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!   Here's a useful infographic showcasing the different verb tenses in the English language.   = used for an action that was completed before some point in the past, for example: "I had written a book."   = used for an action that occurred in the past, for example: "I wrote a book."   = used for an action that was completed over a period of time before some point in the past, for example: "I had been writing a book."   = used for a continuing action that began in the past, for example: "I was writing a book."   = used for a completed action or an action that began in the past and continued until the present, for example: "I have written a...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a simple worksheet for drilling the verb to be.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here is a fun worksheet to practice recognizing the different tenses in English with your young students. Students simply have to color by past, present or future tense.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

1. The Evolution of TEFL 2. Emerging Trends in TEFL 3. The Role of Technology in TEFL 4. The Future of TEFL Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) has undergone significant transformations in recent years. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the demand for English language fluency has grown exponentially. This has led to a shift in teaching methodologies and approaches, with a greater emphasis on communicative language teaching and student-centered learning. In the past, TEFL primarily focused on grammar and vocabulary drills, but now, there is a greater recognition of the importance of developing students' speaking and listening skills. One of the emerging trends in TEFL is the use of task-based learning, where students work on real-world tasks that require them to...  [Read more]

  As mentioned earlier, our example sentence has used a regular verb 'to play'. With the regular verbs we simply add '-ed'. This spelling pattern changes for words that end with a consonant and a Y: 'cry' goes to 'cried', 'try' to 'tried'. Another spelling pattern we have to be aware of is our consonant plus vowel plus consonant. In these instances, we double the consonant used: 'shop' needs the double P; 'ship' needs the double P. With these spelling patterns, and most spelling patterns in general for the English language, there are always exceptions to the rules. So we have to be aware of those exceptions. We also have to impart those exceptions on to our students. We can do so through various exercises and various activities to end our class. To form the negative sentence here,...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a great worksheet about the verb "to be" for elementary ESL students.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a useful worksheet for EFL students to practice using the verb "to be" in affirmative sentences.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

  This video is a sample EFL lesson in a real-life classroom setting abroad. After eliciting key vocabulary from the students, the teacher starts with the study phase of the lesson, which focuses on modal verbs. The teacher is using the modal verbs ?have to? and "can" when teaching the students how to form questions with modals. Note how the teacher also writes all the information clearly on the board so that the students can copy it down. 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]

  This video is a sample EFL lesson in a real-life classroom setting abroad. In the engage phase of the lesson, the teacher elicits vocabulary from the students and gets them talking and thinking in English. It is important to always complete an engage phase before getting started on the study phase of a lesson. 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 focused on the use of course books...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great activity to practice speaking skills, grammar patterns, prepositions and even writing skills. Super versatile!   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

  This video is a sample EFL lesson in a real-life classroom setting abroad. In the video, you can see an engage phase of a lesson about the modal verb "have to". The teacher uses a lot of gestures and objects to demonstrate the grammar point. This is especially helpful for English students abroad to be able to grasp the content of the lesson quickly and effectively. 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! ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Having recently moved to Spain with the full intention of completing a TEFL course and making a new life outside of the UK, whilst studying how to teach English, at the same time as learning Spanish so that I can communicate reasonably, it is this juxtaposition between this my English competence that has underlined for me just how difficult it can be for anybody to learn a new language, having been humbled by the gaps in my knowledge. My Experience in Germany So in what ways does formal differ from informal English? Reasons for Informal Speech Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Justin S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [Read more]

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Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet for practicing the verb to be. Print it out and work on it with your students or hand it out for homework.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

  It also helps us form our tenses. Many of the tenses will use these auxiliary verbs; particularly we have our continuous tense and our perfect tense. There are additional tenses that use auxiliary verbs. We'll get into that when we talk about our individual tenses. Another important aspect of our verbs is that they generally tell us what tense the sentence has been formed in. Take for instance the verb "to live." We could use it as live, lives, living or lived. "I live" or "she lives in Bangkok," meaning the present. "I am living in Bangkok," still the present or "I lived in Bangkok," meaning the past. Another difference with our verbs has to do with whether or not the verb is regular or irregular. With the regular verbs, in order to conjugate the verb into the past, we simply add...  [Read more]

  This video focuses on the modal auxiliary verb "can". In the classroom, you probably initially introduce the word "can" in the context of ability. However, there are more usages, such as possibility, permission, request and advice. 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 was interesting, and I felt really challenged by the EP method of teaching, as I've only been exposed to the ESA...  [Read more]

  Another point that students find difficult to understand is that modal auxiliary verbs have no tense. Some modals cannot be used to talk about the past or the futures. Watch this video to find out more about this topic. 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! I found this unit to be extremely helpful. I learned in more detail the different possible structures of covering content, i.e. EAS and...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great worksheet to help your ESL students understand phrasal verbs with get. It contains a picture dictionary and an exercise where students must fill in the gaps with the correct phrasal verb.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great worksheet to help your ESL students understand phrasal verbs with go. It contains a picture dictionary and an exercise where students must fill in the gaps with the correct phrasal verb.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here are some useful telephone phrasal verbs that will help improve English speaking skills.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun activity to find irregular verbs.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Modal verbs are helping verbs expressing the degree of possibility, ability, permission, or obligation. Let's take a look at modal auxiliary verbs with their uses and examples below.   Modal verbs are auxiliary or helping verbs. These kinds of verbs cannot be used on their own and appear in connection with a main verb. The most common modal verbs are:      can         could        may        might        shall       should      will         would    ...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Students look at Matt's routine and match the verb with the correct picture.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This game can be used to practice irregular verbs. The rules are similar to a regular game of Ludo - the only difference is that when the counter lands on a new square, the students must give past forms of a given verb.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Use the verbs given and write what the people are doing right now.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]