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Mon, 10 Feb 2020 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 5 Great Activities For Black History Month in the EFL Classroom It's Black History Month! Now, Black History often falls short in EFL classrooms but if you are able to include it into your EFL curriculum abroad (and you should!) here is an important reason to do so: Table of Contents 5 Great Activities for Black History Month in the EFL Classroom 1. Class Meeting 2. Read Alouds 3. Biographies 4. Black History Biography Necklaces 5. Interactive Board Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: You get to focus on the amazing culture, history, and contributions of Black people, something a lot of EFL students would never otherwise learn. 5 Great Activities for Black History Month in the EFL Classroom 1....  [Read more]

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 Jon ITTT TEFL Information Teaching Ideas 6 Useful Classroom Technologies Unless you are working in some really impoverished regions of the world, the chances are you will have access to some form of classroom technology. This may be as basic as a chalkboard and tape player or as advanced as a class of children with tablets that connect to an interactive whiteboard. In this article I look at some of the most common forms of technology that you are likely to encounter in the TEFL classroom. Table of Contents IWB (Interactive Whiteboard) OHP (Overhead Projector) CD/tape player Mobile phones and MP3 players DVDs and video cameras Computers and tablets Are you planning to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video...  [Read more]

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 10+ Activities for Teaching English Summer Camp Holding a summer camp can be an intimidating challenge for new and experienced teachers alike. For these kinds of English camps, teachers typically create up to 10 lesson plans for the duration of the camp. Summer camps can last anywhere between one week and a month or even longer. The main goal of an English camp is to have a fun and memorable time with the students while practicing their English. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: It's all about fun… and props! Water Balloon Toss The Flyswatter Game Have Handouts Ready Powerpoint/Computer Games Board Games When Your School Doesn't Have a Budget or Supplies Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out...  [Read more]

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Tips for Improving Your Classroom Management Teachers' ability to manage their time, relationships, attitudes, material, students' rapport, and the progress happening in their classroom is referred to as the art of classroom management, which undoubtedly is one of the most significant requirements and features of a successful teacher. All of the decisions a teacher makes in terms of lesson planning, seating arrangement, monitoring, reacting to critical moments, working with other people, and all of the actions based on these decisions eventually lead to lessons that can be fruitful or dull based on the quality of these decisions. In order to manage a successful course, a teacher also needs to have management skills...  [Read more]

Tue, 26 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Best Activities to Implement in the Classroom Flashcards are a proven way to learn new information. Their use however, does not need to be monotonous or boring. Make your own, play a game, show the card, and combine it with art, put them in sequence, or create and fill-in sentences. These ideas will stimulate both sides of the brain by combining thinking and doing. This will also keep the students attentive. Table of Contents 1. Make your own 2. Giant flashcard game 3. Show the world and draw 4. Sequence 5. Use in a sentence Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Corby K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences 3 Creative Zoom Lesson Plans for Children Due to the pandemic, distance learning has replaced traditional classroom instruction worldwide. Teachers in Hong Kong are attempting to find ways to instruct their students while at home under quarantine. To help you stay inspired when instructing online, I'm going to share some enjoyable games and activities to play with kids using Zoom in this post. If you've never used Zoom, you must give it a try with your students; you'll be pleasantly surprised. Table of Contents Show and tell Draw and guess Board game Conclusion Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Because...  [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. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: 1. Small Talk 2. Mood Board 3. Picture Comics 4. Kanban Table 5. Mindmap 6. Stickers 7. Emoji reactions Are you ready to switch to online ESL teaching? Take a TEFL course to stand out! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! In this blog post,...  [Read more]

Older Posts 10 Crucial Teaching Skills Every Online Teacher Should Have Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas In this blog post on crucial teaching skills we will look at the specific skills of: Pronunciation, Grammar knowledge and Teaching methodology. TEFL Ice Breakers: What You Need to Know Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Ice breakers as the name implies are activities (often games) used to introduce the teacher to the students, to each other and vice-verca. These activities allow the group to get to know each other in a friendly, fun atmosphere as we will describe. Ice breakers can be used for all levels of ESL student. TEFL for Beginners: Top Tips to Know Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog we discuss some of the...  [Read more]

Tue, 09 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 3 Tips on Managing a Large Class This article will explain how varying class grouping, visual aids, and student-to-student interaction can help manage a large class. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Possible Challenges 1. Grouping 2. Visual Aids 3. Student-to-student interaction Eager to teach abroad? Get TEFL certified! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Natasha A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Possible Challenges Teaching English to a large class can seem like a daunting task, because the students may have different levels of English learning at the beginning of the class, and will likely...  [Read more]

Use Your TEFL Skills to Stay for Free at Beautiful Hotels in Europe Date posted:2019-05-24 | Writer: Angloville | Email: [email protected] Volunteer abroad as an English-Speaking Mentor and use your TEFL skills to discover 7+ European countries for free, having your board and lodging in beautiful hotels covered.  Join more than 8,000 people from all over the world for an Angloville experience this year. Featured in: Lonely Planet, Forbes, Fashion Magazine, Travel Magazine, Glasgow Guardian DETAILS OF POSITION: As an English speaker, you will stay in one of our beautiful venues in Malta, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Ireland or England for 1 to 8 weeks and use your TEFL skills to help European language students improve their English through a series of...  [Read more]

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Teaching Ideas ESL Interaction Patterns and Seating Arrangements How the seats are arranged in a classroom can convey numerous implicit messages about the pedagogical approaches and methods employed in a specific school and the teacher who works there. A well-designed seating arrangement not only facilitates the interaction between the teacher and the learners but it also enables the students to interact together, which is a paramount feature of a student-centered class effectively. There is a wide variety of interaction patterns that each can be appropriately applied considering the aim and objective of a lesson and the ongoing task; however, a well-adjusted seating arrangement may pave the way for the flow of the information during...  [Read more]

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A Sample Lesson Plan For a 2nd Grade Classroom This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Trang V. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Table of Contents Preparation PROCEDURE Engagement Study STAGE 2- Attending To Form (20') Activate STAGE 3- Practicing And Enjoying Activities (20') STAGE 4- Review Vocabulary With Song (15') STAGE 5- Developing Strategies For Vocabulary (25') Do you want to teach English abroad or online? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Preparation Also Read: Moving Forward: My Personal Teaching Experience, Changing Careers PROCEDURE Engagement STAGE 1 - Understanding...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 10+ Activities for Teaching English Winter Camp Having to organize and hold a winter camp is a daunting task, especially for new teachers who haven't done it before. For these kinds of English camps, teachers typically create up to 10 lesson plans for the duration of the camp. Winter camps can last anywhere between one week to a month or even longer. The main goal of an English camp is to have a fun and memorable time with the students while practicing their English. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: It's all About Fun… and Props! Making Sock Snowmen! Making Christmas or New Year's Cards Have Handouts Ready Powerpoint/Computer Games Board Games When Your School Doesn't Have a Budget or Supplies Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

Organization Accelerated TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Organization Accelerated 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 D.W. - U.S.A. said: Classroom managementClassroom Management is defined in this course as the skill of organizing and managing the class, having a friendly relax manner and maintaining discipline. I believe that Classroom management is a key component to being a successful teacher. It has everything to do with your attitude and interaction in the classroom. Most every new teacher struggles with Classroom Management in the in the beginning because they fail...  [Read more]

Tue, 19 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How to Pay Attention to All Students if Your Classroom is Big Paying attention to the big classroom is quite challenging but can be achieved. During my high school days, we were more than 50 in class. Orderliness was almost impossible considering the number of students that didn't receive proper attention. The approach used by my teachers then was effective to a certain extent. The Teacher would call on random individuals to answer questions, especially those that sit at the back( in order to avoid being picked on). The random approach had its disadvantages also, as it created fear in students struggling in his/her studies. Table of Contents Establishing rapport is an essential part of the class at the initial stage. Moving...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How to Establish Rapport with Students A teacher has an important responsibility to get to know his or her students to ensure that they are engaged with the lesson on a daily basis. Learning another language is not easy so it is imperative that a teacher does everything in his or her power to get to know their students and become as familiar with them as possible. One of the most effective ways a teacher can begin to do so is by establishing rapport with their students. Table of Contents When should a teacher build good relationship? First day activities Planning lessons In addition Are you ready to teach ESL students? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kathyrine...  [Read more]

Jobs Teaching English in Central and Eastern Europe Date posted:2018-10-01 | Writer: Angloville | Email: [email protected] Use your TEFL skills to volunteer abroad with Angloville as an English-Speaking Mentor and discover 5+ European countries for free, having your board and lodging in beautiful hotels covered. As an English speaker, you will stay in one of our beautiful venues in Malta, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Ireland or England for 1 to 3 weeks and help European language students improve their English through a series of conversations and fun-packed activities. You are not required to be a formal teacher but simply a partner for conversation while having a multicultural experience.  All programmes are conversation-based and consist of 1 on 1 and small...  [Read more]

Tue, 18 May 2021 Charlotte Lam Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 6 Fun Zoom Teaching Ideas for Kids Due to the pandemic, distance learning has become the new form of teaching all over the words. In Hong Kong, teachers are trying to figure out ways to teach their students while having quarantine at home. In this post, I'm going to share some fun activities and games to play with kids by using Zoom so that you won't run out of ideas when teaching through an online platform. If you've never used Zoom before, you must try it with your students, and it definitely surprises you. Table of Contents Before having lessons, set up zoom ground rules! Discussion questions ideas: Below are some fun activities ideas to play with the kids: 1. Scavenger Hunt 2. Show and Tell 3. Draw and Guess 4....  [Read more]

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Seating Arrangements in the English Language Classroom One important factor to consider when teaching English abroad is how you arrange the seating in the classroom. Space in a classroom can be limited at times so it's important to maximize what you have available. There are multiple ways to arrange a classroom and knowing which ones will provide the most benefit is important. To ensure the best environment for the students and teacher it is essential to have an understanding of the options, as well as when and how to use them. Table of Contents The Basics of Classroom Layout The Pros and Cons of the Row Layout The Pros and Cons of the Stadium Layout The Pros and Cons of the Horseshoe Layout The Pros and Cons of the...  [Read more]

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Classroom Management: How to Regulate a Large EFL Class Managing a class involves organizing and controlling a class. It also involves having a relaxed manner and a sense of discipline. The class has to be interesting for the learners. A large class can be fun if managed well by the teacher. Table of Contents The first thing to do as a teacher is to fix the arrangement of the classroom Lesson stage Teaching materials Clear rules Appropriate activities A teacher should use the board effectively in a large class Giving responsibilities to the learners can help the lesson to be organized in a large class Attention grabbing techniques Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Seating Arrangements and Their Effects on Learning A seating arrangement sometimes called a seating plan is used by teachers to organize their classrooms. It indicates the placement of desks and chairs that work best for both the students and the teacher. Here we will be seeing the different seating arrangements and how each of them affects learning or classroom dynamics. Table of Contents Typical Classroom Now let's look at the 3 main seating arrangements, their pros and cons and their effect on classroom dynamics Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Emilie J. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs...  [Read more]

Summer Camp Jobs For EFL Teachers in Vietnam Date posted:2014-03-31 | Writer: American Paradise Camp | Email: [email protected] Have fun in Vietnam using your TEFL qualification. American Paradise Camp (APC) is Vietnam’s first international English language summer camp for children between the ages of 8 and 16. We are looking for Camp Counselors to join us in a full time summer seasonal position that will happen from June 10th – August 10th. APC offers over 30 different activities to choose from in water activities, sports, and creative and performing arts.  Our program provides plenty of opportunities for children of all ages and interests to have a great time and to learn new skills and make new friends from around the world. We are located on beautiful...  [Read more]

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Flashcard Activities: ✅ Top 5 Ideas to Replace Incessant Drilling For nearly a year, I have taught four to six-year-olds residing in the outskirts of Beijing. My students do not sit at desks. They instead sit side-by-side on a line of chairs, all of which face an interactive whiteboard complete with pre-designed flipcharts. As my students are still learning essential words for everyday English use, drills and flashcards are crucial within our lessons. However, drilling can quickly lose a young learner's interest. To remedy the monotony, I have used the following five activities: One-Step, Monster, Bomb; Hopscotch; Fly Swat Race; Tic-Tac-Toe; and Rock, Paper, Scissors Tournament. Each game proved...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Empowering ESL Educators: A Guide to Free Teaching Tools Navigating the realm of ESL teaching is both rewarding and challenging. To equip educators with versatile and effective resources, a myriad of free tools has emerged, revolutionizing the way English as a Second Language (ESL) is taught. These tools not only streamline lesson planning but also enrich classroom engagement and student learning experiences. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into an array of invaluable free resources tailored specifically for ESL teachers, empowering them to craft dynamic and impactful lessons that resonate with diverse learners. Table of Contents Zoom Miro Google Docs Canva Calendy WeTransfer Microsoft Loop...  [Read more]

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 5 Communicative ESL Speaking Activities Your Students Will Love Speaking activities are essential for English learning as they give a chance to learn new linguistic points, including grammar and real-life listening skills. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Speaking Cards Collaborative Discussion Interview Giving Directions Speaking Boardgame Are you ready to teach online or in-class? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Unfortunately, teachers often omit communicative tasks in the classroom because they feel that it is difficult to manage them. There is also a lack of time to practice speaking; many course books provide ESL...  [Read more]

Fri, 26 Oct 2018 Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas 10 Tips When Teaching English as a Foreign Language to Children Most EFL teachers abroad will - at some point in their career - teach children. The English education market catered to young learners is a billion dollar business and many countries hire teachers to fill this need. What you can do to brace yourself besides taking our 50-hour specialized TEFL course in Teaching English to Young Learners is to take the following 10 tips to heart. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Don't Think it's a Piece of Cake Involve Your Students in Hands-On Activities Don't Talk for Long Periods Children Learn Through Personal Interactions Cater to Multiple Intelligences Review, Review, Review Encourage Self-Correction Use Learned Information...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas 5 Activities With Flashcards to Boost Your ESA Strategy 5 activities with flashcards it's one way to make a class more interesting especially when teaching kids. Table of Contents 1. Missing card 2. Jump over 3. Tower building 4. Sit on the flashcard 5. Pass the flashcard 6. Hide and seek Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Manling Z. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. 1. Missing card This activity you will have to teach first the words and make sure the kids know the words and when they see the picture they can be able to identify what it is, so what you have to do is spread...  [Read more]

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 Federico Riva Teaching Ideas Simple Flashcard Activities to Have Fun During the Class Throughout this course, my favorite units have been the ones that teach us how to lead an effective lesson and have a fun classroom environment. I love all the suggestions and teaching ideas they give, and it excites me to think about using those for my future lessons. For that reason, I chose the topic of five activities with flashcards. This essay will be a perfect opportunity for me to delve further into my favorite part of this class and plan some fun things to do. When I move abroad I plan on teaching young children, mainly kindergarten-aged, so my five activities will be geared towards young learners. They need way more energy, fun, and excitement in their lessons than...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Lesson Planning as a Matter to Self-Organization at The Beginning of Your Teaching Career Lesson planning is very important for all teachers but is especially useful for a teacher at the beginning of his/her career. A lesson plan is an aid for teaching, a working document, a record, and a guide for what should be included in the lesson or entire subject during the term. Table of Contents Understanding the goals A record of work Structure for the lesson Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Costas P. Understanding the goals Aid to planning will help the teacher decide what he/she wants the students to achieve by...  [Read more]

Teach Young Learners EFL in Shanghai, China Date posted:2010-01-11 | Writer: Pearson Longman Schools, Shanghai | Email: [email protected] Due to rapid expansion, Pearson Longman School Shanghai has created additional opportunities on its teaching team. We are the fastest growing English Language provider in China and are part of the largest publishing group in the world. PLS offers its teachers the most modern and up-to-date teaching facilities and materials, each class room is provided with an interactive white board that enables the students and the teachers to actively interact via multi-media. Lessons contain animated songs, games and activities that enable the young learners to enjoy the learning experience. What we offer: • Competitive Salary • Extensive Training...  [Read more]