Why Do They Celebrate Halloween

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: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a worksheet to learn facts about Halloween. It is a reading task and there also are some activities to check the pupils' reading comprehension. The students also can learn about the origins of Halloween and how the Ancient Celtics used to celebrate it.   Here are the exercises for after the reading:   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This printable ESL worksheet is ideal to practice opinion writing. Students have to write about why they like the beach.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Even though some people might disagree with the idea of praising students in the classroom, I hold a strong belief that it is of paramount importance. Praising assists teachers in making students aware of what they have attained. It can be done verbally, through body language or in writing. Nevertheless, praise should be timely, honest, and measured. It could be mutually advantageous for teachers and students. The former will benefit from cementing a healthy relationship with the latter; and the latter will be able to strengthen his or her confidence. Conversely, it could have a detrimental effect on both. For this reason, I will exemplify the advantages and challenges in praising that I have come across in my career as an English Teacher. My teaching...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet to practice Halloween vocabulary with your EFL students.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

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 ESL students all over the world need professional teachers! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ning G. The first issue is that learners pay too much attention to memorizing a new vocabulary while ignoring the phonetic symbols. In China, memorizing English words is the 'standard...  [Read more]

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? My Experience At first,...  [Read more]

In the TEFL classroom, celebrating cultural diversity is crucial for creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Recognizing and valuing students' diverse backgrounds can foster mutual respect, empathy, and understanding among classmates. By embracing cultural diversity, teachers can help students develop a global mindset and become more open-minded individuals. Moreover, incorporating cultural elements in lessons can make learning more engaging and relevant for students, enhancing their motivation and interest in the English language. There are various strategies that TEFL teachers can employ to incorporate cultural diversity in their lesson plans. One effective approach is to use authentic materials such as literature, music, and films from different cultures to expose...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas In this blog post, we are going to have a look at some of the reasons why we plan lessons. We suggest there are three main reasons why we need to plan our lessons. Watch the video about this topic Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! First and foremost perhaps, is that it's going to create a logical sequence for our lessons. If we didn't have a lesson plan it is quite possible that we could go all over the place and it would become confusing for the students. By having this plan, what we've created is a structure that we can work from. In effect the lesson plan itself is a working document, which we can refer to it at various times in a...  [Read more]

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]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Bring Halloween into your classroom with this fun printable Halloween party word find activity sheet. Practice spooky vocabulary with your students for the ultimate Halloween lesson!   This fun printable Halloween party word find activity sheet is ideal for any ESL and EFL classroom. The students can work on this worksheet either at home or in the classroom. You can have them work on it individually or do it as a fun activity for the whole class!   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

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 Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Hristina M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. In my personal learning experience, I have encountered many strategies and techniques and I have found that I, as...  [Read more]

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 Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joyce P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Being an educator is not an easy profession, because for me teaching is not just a profession, instead, it's a calling. Everybody can study and graduate with an education course but it takes courage facing struggles on preparing...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Young learners and adults tend to have different modes when it comes to English learning due to several factors. This article is going to demonstrate some of the factors. Young learners But due to the nature of young learners, some problems need to be paid attention to too. Adult learners Problems involved in adult class is also obvious. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Fanchun M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Young learners are a special group of people in English learning and have to be treated differently because they are unique in several ways. First, young learners tend to be self-...  [Read more]

  Hello. This presentation is going to cover this section on lesson planning and what we're going to do is to have a look as to why we go about planning a lesson, what do we actually put in it? We'll create an empty lesson plan pro-forma and then having done that what we'll do is to fill in that lesson plan for a particular teaching point. So, our starting position is going to be: "Why do we plan lessons at all?" There are a number of reasons why we need to plan a lesson. The first and foremost perhaps is that it's going to create a logical sequence for our lessons. If we didn't have a lesson plan, it is quite possible that we could go all over the place and it would become confusing for the students. By having this plan, what we've created is a structure that we can work from. So,...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Alumni Experiences 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. Are you ready to take a TEFL course? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post 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]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! 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.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

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]

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. Germany is a popular destination for teaching English as a foreign language due to its strong economy, high demand for...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Destinations 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 Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a printable worksheet around Halloween vocabulary. Students match the pictures to the correct word.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Ahmed Taha TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 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]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun practice on hobbies and Present Simple. Once the activity is completed, it can be used for speaking purposes.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Sometimes non-native English speakers are discouraged in their pursuit of teaching English as a foreign language. With the right TEFL certification course and training, anyone who is a fluent English speaker can also be a great teacher. There is really no reason for non-native English speakers to worry as the following alumni report will clearly show. Listen to this blog post: English Proficiency Nobody Knows Everything You Can Relate to Your Students You Can Anticipate the Students' Problems Non-Native English Speaking Teachers Rule! Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our ITTT graduate Lola H. I chose this topic because I...  [Read more]

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]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences One of the biggest challenges in schools today is the task of motivating students and creating interesting lessons for them. To achieve this, several key factors come into play. Building Relationships and Trust Personal Perspective Setting Goals and Clear Program Individual Motivation Maintaining Dynamic Lessons Teaching Methodologies Variation and Engagement Interesting Materials and Activities The Importance of Motivation Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this blog post are solely those of the author, an alumni of ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). They do not necessarily...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Learning English as a foreign language can sometimes become overwhelming. When people seek to learn English, their reasons can vary immensely. It could be because they want to travel to an English-speaking country, or it is possible that they are interested in English literature, or maybe it's their job requirement. In any case, their time in the class is important to them. Besides lots of expectations, there are also many inhibitions to overcome, and little time. Games are the most powerful tool to help release pressure, boost motivation and create a fun, friendly, positive learning environment. Games are very effective to increase confidence. Games can be used to practice target vocabulary and grammar. Games bring students together. Are you ready to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The one question that hinders many individuals in the educational profession, is what makes a terrific classroom? Is it the motivated students, the motivational teachers, or the resources? While all these elements are extremely crucial when looking at the dynamics of a classroom, they all lead to one thing, which is the importance of discipline in a classroom setting. What is Discipline? How keep your classroom disciplined? Grouping Instructions and rules Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jasmine Q. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Discipline can be simply defined as the practice of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teachers play an important role in our life to become successful in career and business. A good teacher helps us to become a good human being in society and a good citizen of the country. Teachers know that students are the future of any nation. The Future What are responsibilities as teaching? Guidance: Dedication: HOW CAN ANYONE PUT A VALUE ON SOMETHING LIKE THAT? What are your strengths as a teacher? Why we Assess the power of Effective Teacher? Conclusion: Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sumbal S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. So, the future development of any nation is in the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English as a foreign language with little to no experience is a daunting task and one that should be seriously considered. There are many aspects to teaching that I was expected to know and implement while teaching English in another country. I had to learn how to teach in about two weeks and although I learned many techniques and strategies, one of the most important tools and one of the most effective was including games in the classroom. Games as a tool for learning Applicability Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Patricia C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. I was slightly skeptical...  [Read more]