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TEACHING METHODOLOGY: What is CLIL, and how to apply it in online ESL classes? 06/17/2021 hey there it's lizzy here and i'm super glad to welcome you to today's live session um today i'm going to talk about um methodology and uh the reason i chose this topic is that um in my previous live streams many um viewers many um many of you who watched my uh previous live streams uh requested to dwell upon this point so i decided that it's a great topic to discuss over this live session uh and by the way um i am an online esl teacher uh so i always try to implement um this teaching methodologies uh in my online esl lessons so everything i try to deliver via these live streams is actually based on my personal experience um i also try to find some useful tips on the internet uh so uh it's it's not...  [Read more]

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What is The Difference Between Teaching ESL and EFL? While English is a popular language used globally, people learn and use the language differently, a feature that informs the techniques employed in teaching the language. A Chinese immigrant living in the United States with his parents, for example, will learn English as a Second Language (ESL). Such a learner would learn in an environment where English is the primary language for interaction. The case is different with a French boy learning English in a school in Paris. The boy in this context learns English but is likely to continue using his French mother tongue while out of class. As such, he learns English as a Foreign Language (EFL). The two learners in this hypothetical...  [Read more]

Sahil Gazi Sahil is an avid traveler, amateur photographer, and TEFL teacher. Originally from Bangladesh, he has been living, exploring, and teaching in Spain since 2016. Read my articles Lingo in Limbo - What does it mean for Teachers? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Sahil Gazi TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Lingos are of significant interest to linguists because they exist within the subsets of linguistics, by observing the significance of individual words or sentences through semantics and their meaning in a broader social context through pragmatics.In this scenario, the subject is in a particular group of lingos. They are a repeating phenomenon, and, as such, they are referred to as being in a "limbo." Linguistics for ESL Teachers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Sahil Gazi TEFL...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The History of The ESA Approach My first exposure to learning a foreign language was back in the 1950s watching French lessons on the National Education Network, the predecessor of PBS. The only thing I can remember from the experience was the word Ecoute, listen, which I did little of. Latin classes in Junior High, followed by Spanish courses in High School and College did little to help me as an adult. The teaching methods used were both classical, grammar-translation and Audio- bilingualism, both tried and true relics of the past, and in some cases the present. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Richard G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. What is...  [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 Teaching Grammar Through Student-Centered Games | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to the problem of teaching grammar. Our TEFL graduate explains how to use a student-centered approach to explain grammar points. What are an English Teacher’s Responsibilities and Roles? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Our TEFL graduate overviews teacher's work and explains what responsibilities and roles they possess in the classroom. Problems for English Learners in China versus...  [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]

Federico Riva Read my articles The Role of Diagnostic Tests in an ESL Curriculum | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Explore the pivotal role of diagnostic tests in ESL curriculums, bridging learning goals through analysis and application. What are some useful ESL teaching resource books? | ITTT | TEFL Blog 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. Is getting a TEFL or TESOL certificate difficult? | ITTT | TEFL...  [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 What is The Difference Between Teaching English to High-School Students and University Students? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How teaching high-school students differs from teaching university students? Read in this blog post. What Distinguishes a Good English Teacher from Others? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how good teachers differ from the rest. Anticipated Problems: Japanese Speakers and Their Issues in ESL |...  [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 Methods for Managing Your ESL Classroom | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on classroom management techniques. Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas and thoughts. 6 Ways to Use Flashcards to Boost the Learning Speed | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to flashcards in the classroom. Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas. What are the Best Teaching Skills to Implement in the ESL Classroom? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching...  [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 Top Tips for Teaching English to Younger Students Online | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their experience of working with ESL children online. They explain all possible difficulties and benefits. What is Challenging in English Pronunciation for Japanese Native Speakers? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to the problem of pronunciation. Our TEFL graduate shares their experience of teaching Japanese native speakers....  [Read more]

Which TEFL course should I take? Although you are free to sign up for any course that catches your eye, there is one thing you should always bear in mind: the minimum qualification required by most ESL employers worldwide is a 120-hour TEFL certificate course. The good news for our trainees is that there are a number of ways in which this can be achieved with ITTT. Travel to learn or stay at home? The first distinction in TEFL course type depends upon whether you want to travel to a training center to complete your studies or stay at home. If you wish to travel, then an ‘onsite’ course is best for you. Should you wish to complete your training at home then an ‘online’ course is best. What are onsite TEFL courses like? The four-week 120-hour TEFL certification course can be...  [Read more]

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Mon, 05 Aug 2019 Bri Freeman TEFL Information Alumni Experiences How To Start Your Own ESL Teaching Service The number one question I had to answer before deciding to start Practical English Teacher was “Do I want a new boss or to be my own boss?”. I spent months asking myself this before I finally decided to do it. There’s a lot of security and credibility that comes with working for a larger ESL company. And I’m not knocking anyone who wants to do that but if you’re like me and you’re looking for some advice on where to start with your own ESL Service, let’s talk. Starting Out First and I would say most importantly, ask yourself, what is your teaching style? What is your expertise and how can you use that? People tend to say “I just don’t have a business mind”...  [Read more]

The Best Teaching Ideas for TEFL Teachers Important Personal Qualities an English Teacher Must Have Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on what personal qualities are important in the ESL classroom. What Should an Effective Lesson Plan Include? Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to lesson planning principles. Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion. The Use of Songs in the ESL Environment Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Songs can be a great alternative to other types of materials. Our TEFL graduate shares how to use them in your ESL class. Why and How to Acquire Cultural Competency in the ESL Classroom Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Understanding other cultures is very important...  [Read more]

What is an ESL teacher? Globalization and the increasing demand for English speaking professionals all over the world, especially in emerging regions, has brought about a new, steadily growing sector: English as a Second Language (ESL). An ESL teacher is, therefore, an educator who works with English Language Learners (ELLs) whose native language is not English. The goal of the ESL teacher is to help the students reach a certain level of fluency in English, on both a spoken and written level. How is an ESL teacher different for a foreign language teacher? ESL educators are not to be confused with foreign language teachers. ESL teachers do not share the same native language and are specifically trained to offer explanations and directed teaching methods to non-English speakers. This...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Why is English Considered a Global Language? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate contemplates upon English being a global language. My Teaching Experience in Japan Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts and experience of working in Japan. You'll find out what are the common issues faced by the Japanese native speakers in English. Common Problems for English Learners in Tanzania Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate talks about their experience of working in Tanzania. Learning Grammar as the Most Essential Part of Language Learning Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to...  [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 Decided to Take a TEFL Course | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their experience of taking a TEFL course. The Challenges of Teaching at a University in China | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL alumna shares their thoughts and experience of working in a Chinese university. What Benefits are Derived from Observed Teaching Practice? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What is OPT and what...  [Read more]

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 5 Steps to Teaching the Degrees of Comparison in an ESL Classroom ESL students face the rules for the degrees of comparison early on in their English learning path. However, this topic may become daunting and lead to constant mistakes later on due to problems like confusing different degrees, doubling up, formulating unbalanced comparisons, etc. In this blog post, you will learn five easy steps you should take to teach this grammar point in your ESL classroom. What Are Adjectives? Before you start digging deep, elicit some ideas of what adjectives are from your students. When you see they understand what adjectives are and don't confuse adjectives with other parts of speech, you can continue further. You need your...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained What is it like teaching English in Bangladesh? Sahil Gazi TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Are you interested in moving to Bangladesh to teach English as a foreign language? This article takes a look at what you will expect. 5 ESL Classroom Halloween Decor Ideas Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL experts share five Halloween decor ideas for your ESL classroom. Get inspired and create incredible atmosphere of this fun holiday. 7 Easy Ways to Make Money Online as an English Teacher Elizaveta Pachina Budget and Salary TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by an ITTT TEFL expert who shares 7 ideas on how to make money online as...  [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 Important Personal Qualities an English Teacher Must Have | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on what personal qualities are important in the ESL classroom. What Should an Effective Lesson Plan Include? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to lesson planning principles. Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion. The Use of Songs in the ESL Environment | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Songs can...  [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 What is The Difference Between Teaching ESL and EFL? | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate explains what is the difference between EFL and ESL teaching. ESA Principles of Teaching Reading | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate explains how to adjust ESA method to teaching reading. Teaching Practice: Great Privilege and Responsibility | ITTT | TEFL Blog Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post was written by our...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Why Games Are Important in the Classroom Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on why games are important in the classroom. Game On – Using Icebreaker Games in the ESL Classroom Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by a recent TEFL course graduate who shares their thoughts on games and how to use them as icebreakers in the ESL classroom. Why I Prefer Teaching ESL to Individuals Rather than Groups Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Once qualified as a TEFL teacher you will have many opportunities to teach in different environments. In this post, an ITTT graduate explains why they prefer teaching individual students rather...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Importance of Effective Classroom Management Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This post was written by an ITTT alumnus who shares their thoughts on the necessity to be an effective classroom manager. Career Opportunities With a TEFL Certificate Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This article is written by our TEFL graduate. They share their thought on several perks of being TEFL certified. The Drastic Problems of Chinese Learners in English Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate explains what are the main problems for Chinese native speakers in English. Teaching ESL Classes vs. EFL Classes Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post was written by our TEFL graduate who...  [Read more]

Wed, 18 Nov 2020 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Online Teaching: ✅ 7 Activities to Enhance Your Online ESL Lesson with Miro If you have already switched to online ESL teaching, you've definitely been using an online board. There are many good options out there, but I prefer using Miro over the others. Miro is a convenient online whiteboard with lots of fun and interactive tools to use during the class and outside. In this blog post, I'd like to share several interactive ideas to enhance your online ESL lesson. Listen to this blog post: 1. Small Talk At the beginning of the online ESL lesson, start with a warm-up conversation. Ask your students about their mood, day, weather, etc. Just do some small talk of any kind. To support the...  [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]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Building and Maintaining Rapport in the ESL Classroom Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Classroom interaction is in part dependent upon the relationship that exists between the students and the teacher. This relationship involves the rapport that exists within the classroom. In this blog we will consider some techniques to help build rapport in the classroom. Sample ESA lesson: Patchwork ESA Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas When using the ESA methodology, there are a number of lesson formats available. In the third of this series we look at a Patchwork lesson. What does a Patchwork lesson look like and for what level of student is it most appropriate? ITTT Course Graduate: My Personal Experience...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories 3 Apps for Digital ESL Lesson Plans Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL expert shares 3 useful digital apps for ESL lesson plans. You will learn about Evernotes, Trello, and Notion, a 2020 favorite planning app. Create your own system or choose a template, plan ESL classes with a team or manage your freelance TEFL work. What to Expect When Learning a Language Online Dana W TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Online learning has become extremely popular over the last several years. Many people take college courses and several other types of learning classes online, especially now during this global pandemic. If you’re considering online learning, you may have...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Is Teaching an Innate Gift or an Acquired Skill? Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL alumna answers the question on teacher's skills and their origin. Can you become a good teacher or you have to be born with necessary personal qualities to be a good teacher? Read in this blog post. My Personal Teaching Experience in Xi’an, China Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their story of teaching abroad. They worked in China, one of the most popular destinations for ESL teachers. Lesson Planning: Benefits and Drawbacks Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Are there any disadvantages in lesson planning? Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion in this blog post. ...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences TEFL Course Review and Analysis: Is it Really Useful? The ITTT 120-hour online TEFL course is intended to provide the novice ESL teacher with the fundamentals for building an ESL teaching career. The course is divided into a total of twenty individual units. Half the units are concerned with the process of teaching English to non-English speakers. The other half of the syllabus is concerned with class content – i.e., what gets taught during an ESL class. Each unit is made up of a didactic section, a self-review section, and then a quiz – and the quiz gets submitted electronically to ITTT. An average grade of 75% or better is required on the quizzes. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ray S. Please note...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories Utilizing New Technology in an ESL Setting to Limit Smartphone Use Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL alumna shares the ways they implement new technology in order to limit the use of smartphones in an ESL pre-school classrooms in Saudi Arabia. The Main Problems of ESL Learners From Japan Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this article, our TEFL graduate considers the most common issues faced by the EFL students in Japan. Ways to Encourage ESL Students: Common Fears and Challenges Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This blog post is devoted to the problem of students' encouragement. Our TEFL graduate shares the most common challenges and fears ESL students suffer in their learning process. ...  [Read more]