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Thu, 09 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Cultural Features in an ESL Classroom in the UAE Coming from the UK and only working with British students, when I arrived in the UAE which is an Arab country following a strong Islamic faith, most of my new work colleagues and students were Arabs and followers of Islam. The last six years of working in the UAE have taught me a valuable lesson about why cultural sensitivity is so important, especially when working with the future generation of a nation, not only am I building rapport as a teacher, but also as a representative of my own country. Table of Contents Learning Environment Lesson Content Appropriate questions Will you consider UAE as a destination to start your teaching career? Related Articles: Listen to this blog...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Key Responsibilities of an ESL Educator in Class When I hear the term role, I often think of a theatrical production. Which role is so and so playing? "What has to do they wear?" is another question for what the teacher does in and out of the classroom. Table of Contents Teaching Abilities Caregiving Responsibilities Mentoring Abilities Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Regardless of the term, I believe the answers are numerous. The teacher must fill many functions. Most of these roles will stay the same regardless of the age of the students, whether they are clients in a mandatory English class paid for by their company or a classroom full of elementary students in a US public school...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Role of the Teacher: Jack of All Trades The one thing l liked most about teaching was the many jackets one gets to wear. To some l was a fashion icon, to others a role model, to others someone they could easily go to and talk about their life and personal challenges. Hence, the code of conduct for teachers stretches even to their communities and homes. Their mere being impacts the lives of the country's generations and helps build a nation, academically and socially. Table of Contents My Role Model Business Idea Source of Motivation Careful Parent Find your role as an English teacher abroad today! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Trish A. My Role Model In 2002, l...  [Read more]

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Job: How Do People See it? Most would simply say that a teacher is that person standing in front of a classroom "teaching", and they wouldn't be wrong. If a little more thought is actually given to the question, people would begin to understand that a teacher is much more than someone reading out of a book or simply following a syllabus, flipping through the pages just to get from cover to cover. The role of a teacher as it has always been being something often overlooked and taken for granted. Table of Contents Importance for Society Knowledge Transfer Teacher's Experience Teaching Skills Are you ready to teach English all over the world? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas British vs. American: Which English Accent to Choose? British English versus American English always sparks a lively discussion. I have read some articles so far as to compare these 2 languages and gather the information from the online resources. Table of Contents Personal experience The history of English Vocabulary challenge Teaching implications and classroom problems Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Zahra J. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Personal experience I am Iranian and have many American and British friends and I have been living abroad for about 6 years. As...  [Read more]

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Can Teachers Increase Their Confidence in the Classroom? Teachers face several and different situations inside their classrooms every day. These situations may be even beyond their comfort zone. A teacher's commitment, confidence, and interest create a more positive pleasant classroom environment that will also radiate to students towards becoming efficient and productive learners. Aside from that, a confident character among teachers would consistently and positively impact not just their learners' achievement, but also their attitude and even socio-emotional growth. Table of Contents Preparation Flexibility and Risks Attention Attitude Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was...  [Read more]

Tue, 23 Feb 2021 Regan McAllister TEFL Information Teaching Ideas The Challenges of Teaching Behind a Mask (and Some Possible Solutions) The pandemic has caused many changes in our daily lives. While I'm lucky to still have the opportunity to teach ESL in person, doing so with face masks has proved to be slightly more challenging. Table of Contents Challenge #1 - Delayed Comprehension Challenge #2 - Mis-Pronunciation Challenge #3 - Lack of Emotional Cues Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Face masks. A year ago, the thought of society operating with face masks seemed like some sort of ominous movie plot. Apocalyptic almost. Yet now they are on the same level as our phone or...  [Read more]

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Strategy of Increasing Teacher’s Confidence in the Classroom Confident teachers can make confident learners. A confident teacher would have a positive impact on his or her students' attitude. Teachers' belief in their teaching capabilities could affect how they perceive, approach and teach their students. Having confidence as a teacher can improve your overall effectiveness as well as your well-being. Unfortunately, students can be quick to spot a lack of confidence, which can lead to issues with classroom management. Table of Contents Be prepared Your classroom, your rules Don't fear criticism in feedback, use it positively Realize your strengths Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: ...  [Read more]

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why TEFL Teachers Should Work on Establishing Rapport Establishing rapport with students is a crucial part of any successful teacher because it allows teachers to teach their students more effectively and in different ways. Rapport is defined as, "the ability to maintain harmonious relationships based on affinity...is more colloquially thought of as what happens when two people "click"—they connect, interact well, and respond to each other favorably" (Weimer, facultyfocus.com). Table of Contents Connection Motivation Communication Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dominic D. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Learning Modes: Young Learners vs. Adult Students For people who are learning a foreign language, their lives might change a lot. They have the chance to talk to more people, get more information, and their brains get trained. As we all know, it's much easier for a child to learn a new language than an adult. Why? What are the essential differences between adults and young learners? Table of Contents Understanding their goals Experience teaching older groups of students Possible Challenges Young students Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate LU C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of...  [Read more]

Cheapest TEFL Cities Check out tefl tesol about Cheapest TEFL Cities 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 W.B. - Germany said: Cultural Sensitivity in the ClassroomA class with students is like a mirror of the country, the culture or your target group. You will see the core of a culture: the spirits and demons, the taboos and allowances. Teaching in a foreign country places you right in the kitchen and the heat is on! Here is where you get to know the country and its inhabitants. As a foreigner it is usually guessing to the real impact of your teaching behavior; this makes you...  [Read more]

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Building a Successful TEFL Teaching Career Even though I am currently teaching, I found lessons from my TEFL courses to help build onto my already growing teaching career. Being a first-time teacher can be stressful, especially if you have no prior knowledge or experience before. Even though I have been teaching for only three months, my courses gave me many insights and suggestions on improving myself to create a positive learning environment. Table of Contents Shaping the attitude Teaching approach Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Angela...  [Read more]

Thu, 07 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas What is Motivation and How to Increase it in the ESL Class? I think being a teacher it is not only to study. This profession includes so many roles such as being a friend, parent, psychologist, etc. It depends on many factors like age, nationality, size of the group of students, or individual student. One more very important factor is motivation. To find out why motivation plays a key role in building rapport between teacher and student first we need to define the meaning of it. Table of Contents Definition OBSERVE REVISE INVOLVE ENCOURAGE Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alina S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Strategies of Teaching Mixed Ability Classroom Although students may be in the same class, they may not necessarily have the same ability level. This can be seen in all classes; however, this can become very noticeable in a class designed to teach a language to someone who is not a native speaker. It is up to the teacher to notice these differences in ability levels and restructure their lessons accordingly. There are a few different strategies that will help with gaps in ability levels, which consist of the use of different materials, providing the same materials with a different task, paring weak and strong students together, and even doing nothing. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Differentiate materials 2....  [Read more]

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences The Anatomy of an Outstanding Teacher So you want to be a teacher. Does the thought of preparing our youth to tackle the world get you all fuzzy inside? Make no mistake, teaching is a noble profession. We put monumental pressure on the backs of teachers to educate future generations. But do you have what it takes to be an excellent teacher? A teacher that stands above the rest, and gives each student the quality education they demand. Table of Contents What Kind of Teacher Do You Want to Be? The Importance of Patience The Importance of Communication Other Key Traits of a Great Teacher Are you ready to take a TEFL course? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate John B. What...  [Read more]

Thu, 06 May 2021 Anna Domiczek Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Puppets as a Teaching Tool in the ESL Classroom Puppets can serve as a wonderful pedagogical tool in the ESL classroom. Young children are very familiar with them since puppets play a large role in the world of children's imaginative play, and they have become widely accepted as a pedagogical tool because they are valuable in serving as an anchor in overcoming the language barrier. Table of Contents Research Proven Teaching Benefits Puppets and Oral Language Skills Students Less Anxious Enhanced Listening Skills Growth of Self-Confidence 8 Ways to Incorporate Puppets into Language Teaching Songs and Chants Descriptions RolePlay Games Conversational Dialogues Grammar Review Teaching Assistant Classroom Management Are...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Factors Influencing Teacher’s Confidence Walking into a classroom for the first time can be an intimidating experience! It can be even more intimidating if the teacher has moved to another country to teach English, as communication can be quite a challenge. Also, the teacher is often in an unfamiliar environment and dealing with cultural differences. Table of Contents Good Personal Skills Development and Experience Understanding the Teaching Routine Engage Study Activate Lesson Materials Establishing Rapport Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Janet K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs...  [Read more]

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Personal Teaching Experience: How I started as a Multiple Intelligences Practitioner The popular saying which states: never judge a book by the cover has once again reminded me to always be optimistic about a new experience. Before I entered the school I had already concluded what a bad experience it would be in this new environment which I would pass on numerous occasions and hear different external noises coming from inside of the school, I imagined how hard the job of a teacher could be. Table of Contents My First Day at School Using Resources Multiple Intelligences Evaluation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Chantal S. Please...  [Read more]

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Creating and Adapting Teaching Materials Nothing ever comes to be without being created first. The same can be said for any lesson, without creating the materials to be used in the lesson it would be difficult for any teacher to deliver their intended lesson to students. Then one would ask the question of why is it important to create and adapt teaching materials if some already exist.in as much as using already available materials saves time and expense, it is not always effective because the materials not be intended for that specific target group and would not deliver the intended impact if not hinder it all together. Therefore materials need adjusting or adapting them to suit the requirements of the students. Table of Contents...  [Read more]

What should I pack for teaching English abroad? Preparing to teach English abroad requires thoughtful packing. Essential items include: Before departure, streamline your belongings, focusing on items directly related to your teaching role and adapting to your new environment. Table of Contents Should I invest in a good quality camera? What clothes should I take when teaching English abroad? Will I need a raincoat when teaching English abroad? What shoes will I need when teaching English abroad? What other things should I consider when packing? Should I invest in a good quality camera? Although mobile phones now have improved cameras built in, taking a separate, high-quality camera is certainly recommended. Mobile phones are only as good as the battery that runs them and these can be...  [Read more]

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 6 Steps for Effective Troubleshooting in a TEFL Classroom When relevant to teaching English as a second language. There are some common problems happened in classes, this phenomenon is normal and it should be understood by qualified teachers, teachers should accept this challenge and be well-prepared. How can we handle the trouble arisen in classes correctly and successfully? This is what we will discuss below. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Problem Awareness 1. Relationship between teachers and students 2. Students' Language Level and Learning Ability 3. Class Size 4. English as the Main Source of Communication 5. Students' Motivation 6. Language Environment Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today!...  [Read more]

TEFL Phnom Penh | TEFL Cambodia If you crave adventure and a lifestyle that’s out of the ordinary, Phnom Penh, Cambodia is the perfect location to launch your ‘teach English abroad’ journey. The transformation of Cambodia over the past three decades from a country characterised by occupation and trouble, to a Southeast Asian powerhouse, is phenomenal. There’s an insatiable demand for English language skills in Cambodia - and a chronic shortage of TEFL qualified people to teach English. What does this mean for people just like you? Simple! It means opportunities galore. Phnom Penh is the capital city of Cambodia and the nation’s international gateway. With a population of around 2.5 million people and a relatively confined central business district, it has a noticeably slower...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences 3 Major Problems Facing Students in Classes of Different Nationalities Imagine yourself in a country with people who do not speak the same language as you. Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to be around people who you do not understand nor do they understand you? Try to put yourself in the shoes of the many students who move to a country and have to learn a new language. Table of Contents Learning to communicate only in English Becoming bored and losing focus Overcoming shyness Are you ready to teach students from all over the world! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Virna B. Learning to communicate only in English When students arrive in a new country they...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 Mar 2019 Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Business English: The Medium of Globalization Without a doubt, English is the most popular second language around the globe. It has served as a bridge of communication in the rise of globalization. Business English has found its way in the global business market and has also worked its way up to the digital age with all of the technological advancements available. Table of Contents Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Clarence A. There has been a significant increase of non-native English speakers using the English language as a specific tool in competing inside the international market. It has turned into the universal language...  [Read more]

What should I pack for teaching English abroad? In the run up to your departure overseas to teach English there will inevitably be plenty of things to organise. You will probably have one or two leaving parties to attend and you might have to clear out your old apartment and office space. Even if you only have to pack a bag in preparation for your trip, you will still need to consider exactly what you will and won’t need to take with you. Should I invest in a good quality camera? Although mobile phones now have improved cameras built in, taking a separate, high-quality camera is certainly recommended. Mobile phones are only as good as the battery that runs them and these can be short lived when using the camera extensively. Bear in mind that many of the places you might visit could be...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Storytelling Activities for the ESL Classroom Storytelling can be useful to enhance students' imaginations as well as improve a wide variety of skills such as listening, comprehension, order, memory, and vocabulary. It is targeted for all ages, but best to start earliest possible to allow students to develop a liking towards reading. Storytelling can come with different forms of follow-up activities to further increase teaching efficiency as well as to check understanding of the students through elicitation. This essay will be focused on mainly storytelling activities for young learners in schools. Table of Contents Activities Experience Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written...  [Read more]

Teach English in Costa Rica Date posted:2018-05-28 | Writer: Whittemore de Costa Rica, S.A. | Email: [email protected] Whittemore de Costa Rica, S.A., an English Academy based in San Jose, is looking for a few good teachers who are TEFL certified native level English speakers, to teach English as a second language at the corporate offices of our clients, and will be in Costa Rica for at least six months. By all means contact us to enquire about the position, but the best time to visit Costa Rica to be interviewed (we do not complete hiring over the Internet), would be the beginning of January, through the end of September. If you don’t have a job lined up by the end of September, there is no reason to come to Costa Rica, unless you like very long vacations. Costa Rica loves the...  [Read more]

Thu, 02 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Teachers Can Increase Their Confidence in The Classroom In the classroom, a teacher's dedication, confidence, and eagerness are often contagious, and the same is true with the lack of these things. If a teacher is enthusiastic and energetic, their students will be as well. Mostly, experienced teachers know how to make the classroom friendly, pleasant and enthusiastic for the students. But does it apply to the new teachers? Table of Contents Yearly Career Teachers Mind Your Body Language Be Patient Be Prepared Pay Attention to Students' Needs Pay Attention to Yourself Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Puneet K. Yearly...  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Top Tips for Creating and Adapting Engaging Teaching Materials Nothing ever comes to be without being created first. The same can be said for any lesson, without creating the materials to be used in the lesson it would be difficult for any teacher to deliver their intended lesson to students. Then one would ask the question of why is it important to create and adapt teaching materials if some already exist.in as much as using already available materials saves time and expense, it is not always effective because the materials not be intended for that specific target group and would not deliver the intended impact if not hinder it all together. Therefore materials need adjusting or adapting them to suit the requirements of the...  [Read more]

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Main Teaching Responsibilities and Roles I have never been a teacher in a formal school set up before and I have no experience or whatsoever, except that I have been involved with young people for almost about nineteen years, daily. In all that period, I have learned and realized the huge responsibility that this profession has and I would like to salute men and women who dedicated their lives to improve many lives throughout the generations. Table of Contents Working with diverse students Providing Safety Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tumelo S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]