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Dining Etiquette in Korea - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English Abroad
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Why Do Parents Need to Learn English too? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
In my opinion, a parent should learn English too. Learning English is a long trip for every kid. Taking China, for example, Chinese parents let their kids accept English language education when they are two or three years old even earlier. Chinese parents want their kids to get more vocabulary, fluently speaking, and get familiar with the English-communication environment. But this situation only happened in language training school which has foreign teachers(English native speakers) and use English during the class. It means that parents pay a lot of money to let their kids have the environment. But most kids only have one-hour of the environment per week. How does the environment work? How can the kids get familiar with English?
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The Global Power of English: Why Do So Many People Want to Learn it? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
One might be forgiven for thinking that English is a ubiquitous language. From the movie industry in the United States to the vast expanse of the internet, it appears that its global standing is exponentially growing year after year. Needless to say, it owes its current position to a British empire that dominated and conquered foreign lands which resulted in countless dominions that spoke the mother tongue on both hemispheres. Its proliferation has ensured that although it might not be the main lingua franca of every region that hosted a queen's flag, it has certainly been used as a secondary language in areas as far away as Asia. In India this is empirically the case where hitherto English would have been the language of the colonial power -... [Read more]
Why are Games Powerful and Why do We Play Them in Class? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Let's begin with this - classroom activities are useful. Teachers need to use suitable games for students based on their level and that way students can train their vocabulary and language.
While being helpful, the marvelous part is that the games are entertaining!
Applicability
Games ideas
1. Students could be engaged using tongue twister, for example:
2. In the middle of the class when students are lacking concentration teachers could use 'turntable' game, for example:
3. By the end of the class where there is still time left, teachers could use the game to review what students have learned, for example, they can do it using 'roll the dice' game like this:
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Opinion Writing: Why do you like the beach? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This printable ESL worksheet is ideal to practice opinion writing. Students have to write about why they like the beach.
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Why Do You Need to Use Songs in Your Classroom? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Sitting in a classroom can be such a boring and dull time for children if the teacher is not playful, fun, and creative with the tasks and activities he/she provides. I understand that teaching requires a whole lot of information to be imported into the heads of the students, but I honestly think there are very many paths to the same goal.
Personal Experience
Ways to Explain the Materials
How to integrate
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Why Do Teachers Need to Work on Their Professional Development? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Why Teacher Career Development? As one of the hundreds of thousands of educators around the globe, I knew that I still have a lot of space that needs to develop on the path of my teaching career.
Reasons to develop professional skills
The importance of being an educator
TEFL/TESOL Training
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Types of Kimchi - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach English Abroad
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Why complete a TEFL course: Why do you need a TEFL course, if you already know how to teach a foreign language? - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
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This is a question I've asked myself. I'm looking at it from the point of view of an established foreign language teacher.
How well do you know English?
Get professional guidance
You'll be more successful with getting your students ready to speak in English.
Being a native speaker is not enough
Your credentials say a lot about you.
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For years, I've been thinking about learning to teach English as a foreign language. I've wanted to teach more than just French, so I could find more work, and because TEFL appealed to me. As a French teacher—which is a foreign language, of course—my thought was that I already knew how to teach a foreign language.... [Read more]
Why Prague is the Ideal Place to Teach English - TEFL Blog
Christine Thompson
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Prague is one of the most popular places for EFL teachers in Europe. The Czech Republic makes it relatively easy for non-EU citizens to secure a work permit and the cost of living isn't as astronomical as in many Western European countries. Here are four amazing reasons, why Prague is the ideal place to teach English.
Variety and Volume of Available Teaching Work
Rich History and Cultural Offerings
So Much to See and Do
Comestibles
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Why Beijing Is the Ideal Place to Teach English - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Destinations
China is the largest EFL market in the world. Beijing is not only the country capital but also one of the fastest-growing cities in Asia and the world. Beijing is a commercial, educational and cultural hub in China and has a lot to offer to anyone coming to visit. On top of that, Beijing is home to thousands of foreign English teachers, many of whom are not ready to leave and have made the city their permanent home base.
Vibrant Culture and History
UNESCO Sites Galore
Unique Food Options
Education Paradise
Competitive Salaries Allow Teachers to Save $$$
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Why Buenos Aires is the Ideal Place to Teach English - TEFL Blog
Alexis Biro
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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
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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 else. Here's why Buenos Aires is the ideal place to teach English abroad.
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Why Do Chinese ESL Students Have So Many Troubles When They Learn English? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
With English being one of the most widely used languages in the world, many individuals are learning English in China. The learners include children, businessmen, etc. Although the learners have their own reasons for studying English, there are three main problems that the Chinese learners face while trying to learn English.
Drilling vs. Understanding
Exams vs. Communication
Selfishness vs. Open-mindedness
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Why Seoul Is the Ideal Place to Teach English in 2018 - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Destinations TEFL Information
South Korea's capital is one of the most important and fastest-growing cities in Asia and indeed the world. Across the city you will find some of the world's largest companies in the technology and automobile industries. On top of that, Seoul is an exciting city with lots of historic attractions, as well as modern museums, hot fashion shows, and a wide variety of music acts. Seoul is also home to thousands of foreign English teachers, many of whom are not ready to leave and have made the city their permanent home base.
Major Trading Hub In Asia
Vibrant Culture and History
City of the Future
Unique Food Options
Education Paradise
Competitive Salaries Allow Teachers to Save Thousands
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Why it’s Important to Create Cultural Sensitivity in the EFL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
If we look at the world today, and if we observe it from a teacher's perspective, there has been an increasing trend for making classrooms more "culturally sensitive" around the world. Creating lesson plans that are rich with information about the diversity in a community where we teach is highly desirable and becoming more and more popular.
Why Do We Need Cultural Sensitivity?
Incorporating Multicultural Awareness
Involving the Students
Showing Patience
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Why Are Teachers Considered to Have Many Roles in the Classroom? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
I chose to write about this subject because I feel that the role of the teacher is a really important part of the classroom and also in the student's life.
The most common role of a teacher in class is to teach some knowledge to their students.
Teacher as a Parent
The Japanese culture views the school as a basic training ground.
The teacher needs to be able to read their students.
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Why the Chinese Accent is so Difficult to Minimize in English - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
As an aspirant teaching English to Chinese children, I chose 'Pronunciation problems of Chinese people' as the most attractive and the most useful topic for my summative task at this moment.
So let's begin from the very beginning.
The Second difficulty in pronunciation is so-called dark L or L's with no vowel sound after them.
How can the teacher help students to correct this?
Different Approaches
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TEFL certification in Georgia - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
1. What is TEFL certification?
2. Why get TEFL certified in Georgia?
3. How to get TEFL certified in Georgia?
4. Job opportunities after TEFL certification in Georgia
TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. It is a certification that provides individuals with the skills and qualification needed to teach English to non-native speakers. This certification is highly valued in the field of education, particularly in countries where English is not the primary language.
Georgia is a growing hub for English language education, with an increasing demand for qualified English teachers. Getting TEFL certified in Georgia can open up a range of opportunities for individuals looking to teach English in this region. The certification is recognized and respected by employers, making it... [Read more]
TEFL certification in Germany - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT TEFL & TESOL
1. What is TEFL certification?
2. Why get TEFL certified in Germany?
3. How to get TEFL certified in Germany?
4. Job opportunities after obtaining TEFL certification in Germany
TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. A TEFL certification is a qualification that provides individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to teach English to non-native speakers. It covers topics such as lesson planning, classroom management, language assessment, and teaching methodologies. Having a TEFL certification is often a requirement for teaching English abroad, as it demonstrates that the individual has received proper training in teaching English as a foreign language.
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Why it is Important to Know the Difference Between ESL and EFL - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Just like any profession, teaching English has specific terms and acronyms that can be used to describe the job. While teaching English to speakers of other languages (ESOL) is an overarching term to describe the job of teaching English to those who do not use English as their native language, ESL (English as a Second Language) and EFL (English as a Foreign Language) must be distinguished. ESL and EFL describe different locations, purposes, and techniques for teaching English. Additionally, it may be beneficial for instructors to experience teaching both ESL and EFL to be a well-rounded and sympathetic instructor.
English as a Second Language
English as a Foreign Language
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Influence on Teaching Experience
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Slang and Idioms: Why They Are Difficult to be Taught? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
As with all living languages, English is constantly evolving, slangs and idioms is an example of that. Slang and idioms are an integral part of written and spoken English; often it is employed by native speakers and has a deeper meaning than the literal phrase. Some might argue that slang and idioms are not 'proper' English and should not be part of the syllabus but people around the world are increasingly getting exposed to Western media. Students might encounter slangs and idioms when consuming authentic materials such as English films and books, where the characters would interact using normal lay speech. Perhaps the students are interested in all these words and phrases that are nonsensical when taken literally and would like to learn about it. The... [Read more]
5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Russia for Teaching English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
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Known throughout the world for its literary giants, such as Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, and Chekhov, and its musical geniuses that include Tchaikovsky, Stravinsky, and Shostakovich, Russia's unrivaled history of the arts is just one reason why it is increasingly popular with visitors from all over the globe. From the vast and rugged beauty of its eastern regions to the bustling cosmopolitan cities in the west, the Russian Federation offers a seemingly endless array of unique attractions to explore.
1. Russia has a huge job market for foreign English teachers
2. Employers don't insist on a college degree
3. Work visas are not hard to obtain
4. Employers routinely hire teachers in advance
5. Russia is a land of adventure
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What are they going to do? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Your ESL students have to write sentences following the example in the "going to" future tense.
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Top 10 Reasons I Love My Mom - Mother's Day Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun activity to do with your students for Mother's Day. Have them think of 10 reasons why they love their mom.
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How do you bring language to life in the classroom? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
When teaching in the classroom, it is very important to branch away from the traditional method of teaching, known as the "chalk and talk" method. This typically involves the teacher dictating the lesson, with students sat listening and writing down the words of the teacher. Not every student is programmed to be able to sit, listen intently to every word you say, write down everything important and absorb the information sufficiently to be able to go on and use the language in a productive way.
Differentiate classroom activities
Help to memorize language points in an unusual way
Give more freedom even when you are teaching grammar
Mind your students' language level
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Do I need a TEFLTESOL certificate to apply to the TAPIF Program? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Yes, a TEFL/TESOL certificate is typically required to apply to the TAPIF Program. The Teaching Assistant Program in France (TAPIF) is a program that allows native English speakers to teach English in French schools. While the specific requirements may vary slightly depending on the region or school, most participants are expected to have a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) or TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certificate. Here are some reasons why a TEFL/TESOL certificate is usually required for the TAPIF Program:
Having a TEFL/TESOL certificate can enhance your experience in the TAPIF Program in several ways:
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How to Get Hired as a Teacher in China: Why the Right Attitude is Essential - TEFL Blog
Anna Bondar
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Being in China for over ten years, I've worked at more than 30 places, combining schools and training centers, kindergartens and private classes, etc. For the past five years, working as a recruiter, I would like to give you a few valuable tips on getting hired for your dream job.
Don't jump on the first job offer!
What kind of job are you looking for?
Types of schools
Let's get hired!
Make sure you're video is fun and lively!
Remember! The video shouldn't exceed 3 minutes!
The final part is The Demo.
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Innovation in Curriculum Design - TEFL Blog
Ahmed Taha
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The curriculum has been used in the past as a collection of topics and syllabuses for children and young people to be learned during their school years. However, this definition does not do justice to the wider outcomes required by the real world or to the complexity of what many teachers are actually doing to promote the well-being of children and young people. It fails to define the overall objectives that the program is supposed to serve. Learning is often greatly influenced by when and how success is evaluated and how the effects of measurement are used. Therefore, evaluation needs to be seen as an important part of the process of learning. Consequently, the study has taken the following general view of the curriculum.... [Read more]
Why Teach in Korea ▷ Infographic - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Koreans are obsessed with education to enable the best future for their children. No wonder that two thirds of Koreans aged 25-34 hold college degrees with mandatory English classes. English teachers in Korea can expect to make between $1,300 and $3,000 per month.
How far exactly will your salary get you in Korea? Most teachers can put away quite a good portion of their salary - even with a salary of $1,900 per month. You can live quite comfortably when teaching in South Korea.
Most foreigners settle in Seoul, the country’s capital, or Busan, the second largest city in Korea. However, you can find charming cities all across the peninsula. The number of expatriate English teachers hailing from English-speaking nations has increased and stood at more than 22,000... [Read more]
What is the best TEFL course to do in Thailand? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
When searching for the top TEFL courses in Thailand, you will encounter numerous providers. However, ITTT stands out for its proven track record and long-standing expertise. Our in-class courses in Thailand have been refined over years, ensuring they offer comprehensive and updated training, making them a top choice for aspiring educators.
Who are the teacher trainers for the TEFL course in Thailand?
Will I get real teaching practice during the TEFL course in Thailand?
Where can I take the TEFL course in Thailand?
What do previous graduates say about the TEFL course in Thailand?
The key to the success of our in-class TEFL courses is the quality of the instruction provided. At all of our centers we only employ trainers who possess a high level of teaching qualifications and... [Read more]
