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Defining The Global Status of English - TEFL Blog
Wed, 19 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Defining The Global Status of English
The topic "English As A Global Language" is an interesting one given that people in all the continents of the world are learning the English language to become apt in writing, speaking, reading, and listening even though these different countries have their different languages and mother tongue. At times it's to the detriment of the languages or the dialects of these countries leading to the disappearance or extinction of some of these languages. This is the case with most African countries where children no longer speak the mother tongue or the dialect but the English language because it's the language of instruction and socialization in schools. But the question is how or why have the... [Read more]
Top Tips for Teaching English without a Degree - TEFL Blog
Thu, 08 Aug 2019 Jon ITTT
Destinations
Top Tips for Teaching English without a Degree
One question many people considering becoming a TEFL teacher ask is whether it is possible to teach English abroad without a university degree. The answer to this question is simply, yes. While there certainly are some countries and individual schools that do require TEFL teachers to have a degree, in the vast majority of countries it is not a requirement by governments or employers.
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Europe is an ideal destination for those without degrees
Volunteering in Africa is a great way to gain experience
Teaching in the Middle East will require a degree most of the time
Latin America offers plenty of opportunities
Emerging markets in Asia are worthwhile... [Read more]
English as a Communication Method in Global Sense - TEFL Blog
Wed, 19 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
English as a Communication Method in Global Sense
English is learned and spoken by a large number of people worldwide. In Shakespeare's time, the number of English speakers in the world is thought to have been between five and seven million. According to linguist David Crystal, "Between the end of the reign of Elizabeth I (1603) and the beginning of the reign of Elizabeth II (1952), this figure increased almost fiftyfold, to around 250 million" (The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language, 2003). It's a common language used in international business, which makes it a popular second language for many. English as a global language has made it impossible for cultural diversity to develop.English is easy to learn, has a high... [Read more]
Top 5 Countries to Teach English Abroad for History Buffs - TEFL Blog
Tue, 27 Aug 2019
Joanna Dineva
Destinations
Top 5 Countries to Teach English Abroad for History Buffs
Teaching English abroad is a wonderful way to travel and experience new cultures. For those of us who also love to learn about ancient civilizations and learn from the past, there are a few countries that offer the chance to immerse yourself in history. I reviewed lists that ranked the best places to teach English abroad in 2019 based on a number of google searches, salary opportunities, and how many programs they offer and compare them to the lists of countries with the greatest historical significance and came up with a list of the top 5 countries to teach English abroad for history buffs.
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5. EGYPT
4. MEXICO
3. SPAIN
2. CHINA
1. JAPAN
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English as a global language Before English can be given the status of ?global language?, I think the term must be defined so we know the grounds to this statement. I don?t think that the term can be defined only by how many countries that use English as their mother tongue or how many people speak the language as their first. If that were the case, English could easily be compared to Spanish, Mandarin, and Hindi, which in fact have more native speakers of the... [Read more]
The 5 Best Places to Learn French When Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 16 Jul 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Destinations
The 5 Best Places to Learn French When Teaching English Abroad
It's no secret that one of the best ways to immerse oneself into a new culture is by learning the local language. Teaching English abroad is the perfect way to learn a new language, which will also come in handy when looking for a job back home if you decide to return.
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5. Geneva, Switzerland
4. Quebec, Canada
3. Antananarivo, Madagascar
2. Mons, Belgium
1. Montpellier, France
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Consciousness on Classroom Sensitivity - TEFL Blog
Mon, 23 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Consciousness on Classroom Sensitivity
Cultural sensitivity is important to bear in mind as we all face situations daily: whether in our working environment or on a personal level. Within the Western English speaking world, we can see that there is the presence of a dominant culture (such as European American, or Western Culture) and a secondary culture (such as African, Chinese, or Eastern European culture). It is always important to bear in mind that while the English language may be widespread over the globe, the differences in culture even between people living within the same country has a profound effect on how interactions take place. In the environment of the classroom, the same examples can be seen. Whether the students... [Read more]
Why Business English is the Future of Teaching - TEFL Blog
Mon, 02 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Why Business English is the Future of Teaching
Business English may be defined as the English language used for businesses that range from trader stalls to multi-nationals engaging in global trade, plus for professional and governmental institutions. Business English is communication, specifically vocabulary and grammar used in this business and academic world.
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Globalization
Business English vs. General English
Advanced Business English
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The Best Places for Non-Native English Speakers to Teach English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Thu, 05 Apr 2018 Mark Crocker
Destinations
The Best Places for Non-Native English Speakers to Teach English Abroad
Although it is true that there are some countries where employers will only consider native English speaking ESL teachers, either due to government restrictions or simply personal preference, there are still plenty of great opportunities across the world for non-native English speakers. In this article, we look at the best teaching destinations for people who are not from one of the countries generally consider to be native English speaking. Typically, these countries are Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, the UK, and the USA.
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Where to Teach English in Asia
Teaching in Thailand
Teaching in Cambodia
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Teaching One-to-One vs. Teaching in Class - TEFL Blog
Wed, 11 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching One-to-One vs. Teaching in Class
The bulk part of the teacher's work is to adjust the learning material to the needs, goals, and interests of students. Even though some groups' needs may coincide with each other, the group's dynamic is something truly individual in manner. The same goes for one to one students. From this perspective, it becomes evident that the difference between teaching one to one and groups has many layers to it. The number and nature of activities the teacher prepares for the class is different; so is the style of communication.
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Choice of activities
Student's Personal Needs
Teacher's Responsibilities
Course Flow
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What You Need to Know About Japanese Students' Challenges Before Teaching in Japan - TEFL Blog
Tue, 14 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
What You Need to Know About Japanese Students' Challenges Before Teaching in Japan
Japan is a country with a long history, deep tradition, and vibrant culture. Within this culture sits the Japanese language. At first, being a spoken language and then adopting the Chinese Writing System, Japanese has grown and changed into what it is today. If you look at all languages, most Western languages originate from a set family, such as Romance Languages (which became today's Spanish, French, Italian, etc). But Japanese (as most Asian languages) was formed from entirely different roots. These fundamental differences mean that the method of learning these languages has a lot to do with memorization and repetitive practice of the Chinese... [Read more]
TEFL Natal - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Brazil ▷ ITTT course
TEFL Natal | TEFL Brazil
Our TEFL course in Brazil is located in the amazing coastal city of Natal. Aptly known as the ‘City of Sun’, Natal enjoys a pleasant 360 days of sunshine a year, with a comfortable average temperature of 28°C. Natal is also easily accessible from both Europe and North America as its pivotal location in the north east of the country means it receives direct flights from a number of major cities around the world.
Natal is particularly famous for having the best air quality in the whole of the Americas and is also blessed with more than 20 incredible beaches, each with crystal clear waters and beautiful coral reefs. During the weekends you will be free to relax on the beach of your choice and soak up the equatorial sun, although with so many other attractions... [Read more]
Common Problems for English Learners in Morocco - TEFL Blog
Fri, 13 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Common Problems for English Learners in Morocco
Morocco's official languages are classical Arabic, and Berber ( indigenous language in North Africa) Classical Arabic, and second unofficial language in Morocco is the French language taught in General educational curriculum from primary school, and Spanish taught in the north as a second unofficial language, Thus learning a third or even fourth language for a Moroccan learner is not a big challenge, however, there are some difficulties to learn a language efficiently and accurately.
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Demand
Teaching Quality
Socio-economical situation
Huge classes
School types
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Why Buenos Aires is the Ideal Place to Teach English - TEFL Blog
Fri, 21 Dec 2018 Alexis Biro
Destinations
Why Buenos Aires is the Ideal Place to Teach English
Argentina is divided into 24 districts, 23 provinces plus the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires, which is also the capital of the country and where the federal government is located. Buenos Aires is without a doubt the most cosmopolitan city in South America and a city that was built by immigrants from all over the world.
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Unique Culture
Unique Food Options
EFL In Argentina
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Buenos Aires is a city of contrasts. The traditional and the modern coexist everywhere you look. Buenos Aires' one-of-a-kind vibe is something you won't find anywhere... [Read more]
Common Studies of the English Language Variants - TEFL Blog
Fri, 19 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Common Studies of the English Language Variants
The new paradigm of teacher training in the system of higher pedagogical education is the concept of psychological and pedagogical training of a teacher as a holder of world culture. The study of foreign languages expands intercultural, inter-ethnic communication. The use of the linguistic-cultural component in the adaptation of educational language programs allows you to implement the principle of communication, to organize interested communication and interaction of students in the language and, thus, open access to the culture of other people and provide a dialogue of cultures.
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Linguistics and Culture
Preferred Variant of English
Lexical Differences between American... [Read more]
Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL - TEFL Blog
Fri, 18 Nov 2022 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Top 8 Misconceptions About Teaching ESL
In this blog post, we will look at 8 of the most widely held misconceptions regarding the teaching of ESL worldwide.
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Misconception #1: It's really hard to find a job
Misconception #1: You need a degree to teach English abroad.
Misconception #3: Teaching English abroad doesn't pay well
Misconception #4: You need to speak another language to teach ESL abroad
Misconception #5: You have to teach kids
Misconception #6: Teaching ESL is only a job for young people
Misconception #7: You don't need a TEFL qualification, if you're a native English speaker
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Top 6 Government-run TEFL Teacher Programs - TEFL Blog
Fri, 03 Nov 2023 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Top 6 Government-run TEFL Teacher Programs
Looking to embark on an adventure abroad while making a positive impact as an English teacher? Government-run TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) programs offer an incredible opportunity to do just that. These well-organized initiatives, often backed by various countries' governments, provide aspiring educators with a unique chance to teach English in foreign lands, all while gaining an unforgettable cross-cultural experience.
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1. FEI/TAPIF — France: International/USA
Applications and Eligibility
2. NET Scheme in Hong Kong
How to Qualify for the HK NET Scheme
Category One requires:
3. CETP Hungary
Application Process
4. JET Japan
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TEFL Granada - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Spain ▷ ITTT course
TEFL Granada | TEFL Spain
The historical city of Granada is a magical location to take a TEFL course. Granada is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to Spain's most visited attraction, the Alhambra Palace. It is the former capital of Moorish Spain and this is evident in the many palaces, churches, monuments and ancient dwellings that are still home to many of the city’s inhabitants. Today, the city retains much of its ancient charm and is set in a delightfully well situated location. It is also a popular university town with a vibrant nightlife, as well as plenty of interesting restaurants, cafes, bars, theatres and clubs.
Geographically, Granada is unique as it lies between the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Costa del Sol, within the magical region of Andalucía. You will never be... [Read more]
10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an Off-the-Beaten-Path Teaching Experience - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
10 Alternative TEFL Destinations for an Off-the-Beaten-Path Teaching Experience
11/30/2022
Hello, everyone. Linda here from ITTT. Welcome to another live session this week. Thank you for joining and taking time out of your day to spend it with me. I'm very happy about that. Today, we have a very exciting topic. We are going to talk about teaching off the beaten path. 10 alternative TEFL destinations. I'm very excited always when I do live sessions about destinations. It's like a little bit of a virtual tour around the world. I really enjoy these types of live sessions. I thought we haven't had one of those in a while, so why not bring that on today. We are live on Facebook and YouTube. If you're watching this for the first time, very welcome. Welcome to join us. Maybe get a beverage, get... [Read more]
Teaching English WITHOUT a Degree: Yes, You CAN! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Teaching English WITHOUT a Degree: Yes, You CAN!
07/04/2021
hi guys hey linda here from itt back this week with another live session
uh thanks so much for tuning in today i hope you're gonna enjoy enjoy today's um
live stream today's topic i think is going to be really interesting to a lot of people because
we do get that asked quite a lot at itt you know can i teach english
abroad or online without a university degree and the answer is yes you can it's
possible and in this live stream i'm going to show you exactly where the best places are
for teachers who don't have a degree but they do want to go abroad to teach so i'm going to cover specific countries
where teachers without a degree can work and i'm also going to cover
a couple of different online platforms where you can find work... [Read more]
These Are The Best Government Programs For Teaching English Abroad - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
These are the Best Government Programs for Teaching English Abroad
Hi my name is Linda from ITTT, international TEFL and TESOL Training and I'm back again today for another live session. If you can hear me and see me please let me know as I'm trying out a new mic today so if that is working well it would be good to know. So please leave a quick comment to say hi and where you're watching from. I have been living in South Korea for five and a half years, so for me right now it's 10:00 a.m. Friday morning. Let me know where you are tuning in from and what time it is where you are.
Okay cool, hi South Africa, welcome and thanks so much for joining. I guess you can see me and you can hear me so that's really great. Let's just wait for a few more people to join and then we can get... [Read more]
Q&A About TEFL/TESOL: Ask Us Anything! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Q&A About TEFL/TESOL: Ask us anything!
Hello and welcome my name is Linda from ITTT, thanks for tuning in. If you are watching for the first time thanks so much and welcome and if you've seen me before on one of our live streams welcome back and thanks for joining us again. If you can see me and you can hear me please let me know in the comments so that I know that everything is working well and also please let me know where you're watching from, that's always very interesting for me to know.
I am in South Korea so it's actually 10:00 a.m. on Friday morning and I have my morning coffee right here. Where are you watching from? Let me know as I am really curious.
Today we have a live Q&A session so you can throw your questions about TEFL/TESOL and teaching English to me and... [Read more]
The 10 Best Destinations for Teaching English Abroad in 2018 - TEFL Blog
Tue, 27 Feb 2018 Linda Dunsmore
Destinations
The 10 Best Destinations for Teaching English Abroad in 2018
2018 is the perfect year to go and see the world.
Currently, there are around 1.75 billion people speaking and learning English around the world and researchers say that by 2020 more than two billion people will speak and learn English. This means, now is the perfect time to embark on your adventure of teaching English abroad. Whether you are looking for opportunities in Asia, South America, the Middle East or Europe, qualified English teachers are hired everywhere. Even English-speaking countries have a never-before-seen demand for ESL teachers.
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2018 is the perfect year to go and see the world.
10. Teaching English in Taiwan
9. Teaching English in Spain
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Overview of TEFL and TESOL for Teaching English Abroad or Online - TEFL Blog
Thu, 25 Feb 2021 Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Overview of TEFL and TESOL for Teaching English Abroad or Online
All right, looks like we're live! Awesome! This is great. So thanks so much for tuning in today for our actually very first Facebook live and I'm super happy to be here with Jessica today from GoOverseas. We're gonna talk today about all things teaching English abroad, online, and everything in between. All things TEFL and TESOL and all that good stuff and I'm actually tuning in live from South Korea where it's 9 00 am Friday and I think Jessica is in Southern California. Right, yep it's 5 p.m here so just starting to get dark. I've actually just realized I'm probably going to need the light before the session is over so i'm going to run and do that now... [Read more]
These are the Best Government Programs for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
These are the Best Government Programs for Teaching English Abroad
Hi my name is Linda from ITTT, international TEFL and TESOL Training and I'm back again today for another live session. If you can hear me and see me please let me know as I'm trying out a new mic today so if that is working well it would be good to know. So please leave a quick comment to say hi and where you're watching from. I have been living in South Korea for five and a half years, so for me right now it's 10:00 a.m. Friday morning. Let me know where you are tuning in from and what time it is where you are.
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Watch the live session here
So back to today's topic. The best government programs for teaching English abroad. So what does... [Read more]
Overview Of TEFL And TESOL For Teaching English Abroad Or Online - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Overview of TEFL and TESOL for Teaching English Abroad or Online
All right, looks like we're live! Awesome! This is great. So thanks so much for tuning in today for our actually very first Facebook live and I'm super happy to be here with Jessica today from GoOverseas. We're gonna talk today about all things teaching English abroad, online, and everything in between. All things TEFL and TESOL and all that good stuff and I'm actually tuning in live from South Korea where it's 9 00 am Friday and I think Jessica is in Southern California. Right, yep it's 5 p.m here so just starting to get dark. I've actually just realized I'm probably going to need the light before the session is over so i'm going to run and do that now while Linda just explains today’s topic. No problem, cool.
... [Read more]
A Look Inside: TEFL/TESOL and Teaching English Abroad or Online - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
A Look Inside: TEFL/TESOL and Teaching English Abroad or Online
10/16/2022
all right looks like we're live awesome
this is great so thanks so much for um tuning in today for our actually very
first facebook live and i'm super happy to be here with jessica today
from go overseas hi everybody and um yeah we're gonna talk today about
all things um teaching english abroad online and everything in between all things
tefl and tesol and all that good stuff and um i'm actually tuning in live from south
korea it's 9 00 am friday where i am and i think jessica is in southern california right yep it's 5 p.m here so
just starting to get dark i've actually just realized i'm probably going to need the light before the session is over so i'm going to run and do that now while
linda's just there's no... [Read more]
How to find TEFL jobs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to find TEFL jobs?
As there is a strong demand for TEFL qualified teachers in many countries worldwide, most course graduates should have little trouble finding a suitable position. However, to maximise your chances of securing the best jobs there are a few things you should be aware of. Where you should look for work, how to apply for jobs, and how to prepare for that all important interview are all covered below.
Where can I teach English abroad?
Among the many attractions of teaching English abroad is the fact that you are free to choose not only the region where you would like to work, but also the specific country or even city. For some teachers the history and culture of Europe appeals most, while others are drawn to exotic destinations across Asia or Latin America. However,... [Read more]
How to find TEFL jobs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
How to find TEFL jobs?
As there is a strong demand for TEFL qualified teachers in many countries worldwide, most course graduates should have little trouble finding a suitable position. However, to maximise your chances of securing the best jobs there are a few things you should be aware of. Where you should look for work, how to apply for jobs, and how to prepare for that all important interview are all covered below.
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Where can I teach English abroad?
Which is the most popular region for teaching English abroad?
Where can I earn the most money teaching English in Asia?
What other popular spots are there for teaching English in Asia?
Where are the most popular TEFL destinations in the Middle East?
What are the pros and cons of teaching English in the Middle East?
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The Biggest Misconceptions about TEFL/TESOL Discussed - TEFL Blog
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 Federico Riva
Budget and Salary TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
The Biggest Misconceptions about TEFL/TESOL Discussed
Today, we are going to talk about the "biggest misconceptions about TEFL and TESOL and teaching English abroad". We get a lot of questions here at ITT, and a lot of people are confused and I just want to clear a few things up, some myths here and there, and I think I've narrowed it down to eight misconceptions that we're going to look at and you can throw your questions at me at any time.
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Misconception #1: It's really hard to find a job teaching English abroad.
Misconception #2: You need a degree to teach English abroad.
Misconception #3: TEFL doesn't pay well.
Misconception #4: You need to speak another... [Read more]