What Is An Esl Classroom

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is The Role of The Teacher in an ESL Classroom? Teachers play an essential role in educating their students. While teachers are known for this, they also serve many other roles. Teachers set healthy environments for the classroom, motivate students to perform well, can provide cultural expertise outside of the student’s traditions, and have a greater understanding of the general difficulty in learning English as a second language. The role of the teacher is to guide the student, allowing them to perform to the best of their ability. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Micheal S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Environment Organization The...  [Read more]

Wed, 27 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Authentic and Non-Authentic Materials: Their Strengths and Weaknesses Imagine you are in a language class and the teacher has given you a task. You are excited. The last time you completed an assignment like this one you gained a greater sense of confidence in the target language. After completing the last assignment the confidence gained from it gave you the courage to strike up a conversation with the waiter at the restaurant where you were dining. He was from the country of your target language. You said “hello” and also read the menu and ordered it in the TL. Why? Where did this confidence come from? I do not want to oversimplify the answer because learning a language takes time and effort, it is a compilation of many things,...  [Read more]

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Overview of Teacher’s Personal Qualities Playing a Significant Role in the Classroom I have always looked up to teachers regardless of the subject they master. Since we are kids, teachers become part of our lives at school. We become familiar with this role since we start attending school till we reach university and as students, we were all at some point in front of different styles of teaching methods and personalities. Whether we feel or not comfortable with a teacher, they are there to educate and to share their knowledge. The role of a teacher has significantly changed over the years and as a result of the role of the students also has been affected in some way. Teachers are part of our growth and development process which...  [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 Two Primary Modes of Learning: Differences Between Young Learners and Adults | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their knowledge of teaching young students and adults. Secrets and Techniques to Teaching Receptive Skills | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares several secrets of teaching productive skills. What is Teacher Self-Analysis and Why is it Significant for Student and Teacher Relationships? | ITTT...  [Read more]

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Teaching ESL Differs from Teaching EFL The terms ESL and EFL are often used interchangeably because at their root they both mean the same thing; English for people who are not native to the language. However, there are many possible differences between learners. Typically EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language whereas ESL means English as a Second Language. This means that generally speaking, those who fall into the ESL category live in a country where English is a primary language. EFL teachers are typically teaching to students in their home country where English is not typically a widely used language. For these reasons, ESL and EFL classrooms differ greatly. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Principles of Acquiring Teaching Skills Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the principles of acquiring teaching skills. The Importance of Storytelling for English Learning in Early Childhood Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to storytelling and its benefits for ESL learners. Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas. Classroom Management Skills and Strategies Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to classroom management skills. Our TEFL graduate explains what techniques and how to use in your ESL classroom. Top Tips for Obtaining a TEFL Certificate as a Non-Native English Speaker Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers 3 Steps to Teaching Mixed Ability ESL Students Effectively Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching mixed ability ESL classrooms. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. Games in The ESL Classroom: ✅ Common Misconceptions Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching EFL students of various ages with the help of games. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. ESL Teacher and Their Role in a TEFL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog...  [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 How is Language Acquisition Influenced by Reading? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Language acquisition is a complex process. Reading is a part of it. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains how reading influences a foreign language acquisition. The Cultural Problem for Learners in an EFL Classroom in Morocco | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL graduate shares their observations of cultural challenges at schools in Morocco. What Benefits do Communication Games in the...  [Read more]

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 7 Ideas on Using Social Media in the ESL Classroom In the modern classroom, teachers need to be flexible with technology and digital materials to help students achieve better results. With the ideas on using social media below, you can diversify your lessons and engage students even more effectively. Listen to this blog post: 1. Keep Me Posted For this activity, you need to create a public page for your class on a social media platform (Facebook/Twitter/other platform). Encourage your students to write posts about something they are currently learning for their families to read. For example, cultures and traditions in different countries, sports, hobbies, music, etc. Ask them to accompany their posts with nice classroom pictures. 2....  [Read more]

Shirin Sophy Shirin Sophy is an ESL teacher and a recent ITTT graduate with more than ten years of experience teaching to students of differing ages and ability levels alongside some professional teams and experienced teachers. Although Shirin enjoys working with various types of learners, she specializes in teaching English to young learners. She can use her positive attitude and tireless energy to encourage her students to work hard and succeed. Shirin lives in Iran and is inspired daily by her husband and lovely son. In her free time, Shirin likes to read, bike, and play with her son. Read my articles Five Fun and Adaptable Games for ESL Classes | ITTT | TEFL Blog Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Here are five fun and adaptable games for ESL classes that work in...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What Teaching Skills Are Required in the Classroom? Teaching means imparting knowledge or skills to the learners, through various modes of communication; using a wholesome mix of audio, visuals, text, body language, pictures, mimes, and many more. Therefore, we can say that teaching is communication and it's always a two-way process. As a teacher, you must have great communication skills. As a language teacher, you need to make sure that your students understand and follow what you say. You should be able to speak with them effectively and firmly in a calm and clear tone, similarly, they should have this trust on you that they will be heard and understood too, that their views are equally important to you. Make sure that the...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Influence of English on a Student's Career Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Does English have an influence on students' future? Read in this blog post. My Vietnamese Experience: Challenges for English Learners in Vietnam Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate talks about the most common issues for the Vietnamese students in English. Common Problems for English Learners in the Philippines Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Problems in English are common to all ESL students. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their experience of working with Filipino students. The Reasons to Get a TEFL Course Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to TEFL certification. Our TEFL...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Is Maintaining Discipline Really That Important to the Learning Process? Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas One important part of any TEFL certification course is learning how to control a classroom. But is maintaining discipline really that important? One of our course graduates takes a look at this question in this post. The Importance of Diagnostic Tests in an ESL Classroom Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas There are many different tests that an ESL teacher can use to ensure their classes are as effective as possible. In this post, an ITTT graduate takes a look at the importance of using diagnostic tests. What is Classroom Management and How Does it Affect the ESL Classroom? Mark Crocker Alumni...  [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 Why I Found Taking a TEFL Course Beneficial | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on taking a TEFL course. Several Reasons to Learn Important Teaching Skills | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why learn teaching skills? Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts in this blog post. Teaching English in Indigenous ESL Classrooms in Remote Parts of Australia | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on working in...  [Read more]

What is the difference between EFL and ESL? Given the widespread use of English in global media, government, and business, it is no surprise that hundreds of millions of people are learning English worldwide. Catering to this immense demand are countless teachers, both native and non-native English speakers, instructing in schools, language centers, private firms, colleges, universities, and online classrooms globally. Although these teachers often have a robust understanding of the English language, they may not necessarily be familiar with the multitude of acronyms used within the industry, including EFL, ESL, TEFL, TESL, TESOL, ELT, and more. What do EFL and ESL actually stand for? EFL and ESL represent the two primary categories of English language learning globally. While...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker ITTT TEFL After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer. Read my articles How and When Should a TEFL Teacher Adjust Their Teaching Style? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas No two classrooms are ever the same so it is important that a teacher is able to adjust their style to suit each individual set of students. In this post, an ITTT graduate discusses how and when to make changes to your teaching in an ESL classroom. TEFL Options - Alternatives to Working in a State School or Language Center | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Innovation in Curriculum Design ✅ Effective Learning and a Problem-Solving Approach Ahmed Taha Alumni Experiences What is effective learning? After context and objectives have been developed, the word "effective" makes sense. Let's take a look at some innovation in curriculum design. Would You Rather Teach One-to-One or a Group? Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on teaching ESL one-to-one or a group. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. A Patchwork Example Lesson Plan For Teaching Productive and Receptive Skills Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL...  [Read more]

Provider TESOL TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Provider TESOL TEFL 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 G.B. - U.S.A. said: Teaching ESL vs EFLIt is clear in the titles ?English as a Second Language? and ?English as a Foreign Language? that there is a difference between the two English learners. Christina Lynne Renoud notes the difference in her book English as a Second Language Listeners? Perceptions of Different Varieties of English on pages four and five. Renoud describes esl students as ?non-native english speakers who are residing in an English using country.? Renoud goes on...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories TEFL Teaching: ✅ Working in a High School vs. University Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching EFL students in high school and university. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. 3 Steps to Teaching Mixed Ability ESL Students Effectively Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching mixed ability ESL classrooms. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. Games in The ESL Classroom: ✅ Common Misconceptions Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog...  [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 Common Issues for Chinese Learners of English | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to the common problems of ESL students from China. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and experience. Problems for English Learners in Indonesia | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the most common difficulties for Indonesian students learning English. Classroom Management Skills and Strategies | ITTT | TEFL Blog ...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers How to Encourage ESL Students Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to the principles of motivation and encouragement of ESL students. The History of The ESA Approach Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is ESA and why it is popular in ESL teaching? Our TEFL digs deeper into the history of this approach and shares their thoughts. Why it is Important to Complete a TEFL Course Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL alumna explains the reasons to take a course in teaching English. The Role of Parents in Education Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How parents take part in students learning? Our TEFL graduate explains their importance and functions. How The Personality of a Teacher...  [Read more]

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Bringing ESL into the Computer Age I play video games. I’m not sure I would classify myself as a gamer, but I like to play and have as long as I can remember. I went to school before the internet was available, so I remember having to manually look up everything. I remember when computers were first introduced into classrooms, and what a difference it made. Now it seems like teaching can’t be done without the use of computers, as they have become such an integral part of the classroom. This has changed the way that ESL teaching is conducted. The question isn’t whether computers are necessary for a classroom or not. There are very few people let in the world who think that computers in the classroom are a bad idea. This isn’t...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker ITTT TEFL After leaving the UK to travel in the mid-1990s, Mark has to date visited over 50 countries across six continents. After completing a TEFL course in Phuket, Thailand, he decided to make it his base and has since worked as an online TEFL trainer and a freelance writer. Read my articles Child Development and Piaget’s Theory - a Brief Summary | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teachers are always looking for ideas that might help them to better understand their students. In this post, one of our graduates explores the child development theories put forward by the Swiss psychologist Jean Piaget. From Student to Teacher - My Language Journey | ITTT | TEFL Blog Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Every TEFL student enjoys their own unique...  [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 Games in The ESL Classroom: ✅ Common Misconceptions | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal experience of teaching EFL students of various ages with the help of games. ✅ Read this article to learn the key-points. ESL Teacher and Their Role in a TEFL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their personal...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Teachers and Their Position in the TEFL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, we will consider different teaching responsibilities and roles in the ESL setting. Our TEFL graduate gives their opinion. How to Become a Self-Assured Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The problem of confidence is common to many people. However, for ESL classrooms it is extremely important that teacher feels comfortable and knows their strong and weak sides. In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their ideas how to work on your self-assurance. The Most Common Obstacles for Japanese Learners of English Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Our TEFL alumna tells about the most challenging things faced by students...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Importance of Stories in Teaching English to Young Learners Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In the education world, the potential and value of using stories and storytelling techniques have always been known and recognized, especially in the context of teaching younger students. Recently, more and more EFL teachers of young learners are integrating carefully selected children’s literature stories to teach English. Children’s literature is such a significant part of English language literature - using it for teaching English can be a very motivating tool for young learners. How to Stand Out Online as a Non-Native English Teacher Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this live...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers The Importance of Games Usage in the ESL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Here, in this blog post, you will find out how to implement games in your ESL setting. Evaluation and Testing for Better Learning and Teaching Results Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Testing is not the same as evaluation. Our TEFL graduate considers this problem in this blog post. How do Business English Learners Differentiate From Other Learners? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on Business English Teaching. Our TEFL graduate shares their knowledge and experience. Why it was a Great Idea for Me to Obtain a TEFL Certificate Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares...  [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 A Sample Lesson Plan For a 2nd Grade Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Here, our TEFL graduate shares a sample lesson plan for teaching 2nd grade. What Are The Differences Between Foreign Language and Mother Tongue Acquisition? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate considers the main differences between first and second language acquisition. Several Ways to Implement Popular Songs in the Young ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina ...  [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 Why Learning Grammar is Important and What are Students’ Common Mistakes? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the importance of learning English grammar and some common mistakes made by ESL students. Our TEFL graduate shares their experience. This is What I Learned from my Online TEFL Training | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our alumna shares their TEFL course experience. They explain how the training helped them to enhance their teaching. ...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers What are some useful ESL teaching resource books? Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas There are many different types of books that are useful in ESL teaching and these fall into three main categories: General teaching theory books, ESL book series, and activity resource books. The best books for a teacher will depend entirely upon the situation they find themselves in and there is no ‘one answer fits all’ solution. Krashen's Hypotheses and Second Language Acquisition Sara Stojanovic TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Dive into Krashen's Hypotheses for Second Language Acquisition. Explore nature vs. nurture, the input hypothesis, and more. Discover the enduring impact on language learning. Harmonizing...  [Read more]