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TEFL Review from Student Van Anh   In this TESOL review video, Van Anh from Vietnam shares her experience of taking a TEFL course with ITTT. She has been an English teacher in Vietnam for many years. She took the TEFL course from ITTT to further improve her teaching skills and classroom management skills. The course provided her with all the right tools to make the improvements happen. Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 Federico Riva TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Claudia Vu For ITTT, our community of students and alumni is the most important to us. That's why we'd love to share what our course grads have to say! This will not only have others make a better decision in whether TEFL/TESOL is for them, but it will also help the ITTT community grow bigger and stronger! Table of Contents 1. What's your name? 2. Where are you from? Where do you currently live? 3. Which ITTT course(s) did you take? 4. Why did you take a TEFL/TESOL course from ITTT? 5. What was your favorite part about the course? 6. You've finished your TEFL/TESOL course - now what? What are your plans and goals? 7. What's your no. 1 tip for other TEFL/TESOL course takers? What should they...  [Read more]

Travel Tips for The Netherlands SOURCE: https://foursquare . com/v/amsterdam/4b41feebf964a52036cb25e3 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Etienne Van Rooyen My name is Etienne van Rooyen, and I live and work in Hachinohe City, Japan. I'm from the Gold Coast, Australia, and have lived in Japan for over two and a half years and going strong! I work on the JET Programme as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT), teaching at one high school (which is rare for those who have or are working for JET). I graduated with an undergraduate degree in "Langues and Linguistics" with Japanese language studies and English linguistics majors. Alongside teaching, I spend my time staying active with my newfound love of winter sports like skiing and ice hockey. I am also an avid videogame/movie fan, reader, cook and pianist. Read my articles The Three Main Types of High Schools in Japan | ITTT | TEFL Blog Etienne Van Rooyen TEFL Information...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Effectiveness of Using Games to Educate Over the span of time, many educators from around the world have been using different techniques to encourage and productively teach students about any topic at hand. Oftentimes, various games or activities are incorporated, along with academic courses, to create more fun and encouraging the atmosphere for students to effectively acquire more knowledge from. Over the years, the format for classroom games has changed drastically, and now there are many more options that incorporate the use of technology and interactivity. Although this can be very challenging, and time-consuming, interactive games tend to motivate, collaborate, and encourage student participation in the learning process....  [Read more]

TEFL in Ha Noi, Vietnam Date posted:2008-07-09 | Writer: Golden Key Education & Training Investment | Email: [email protected] Golden Key Language Centre in Ha Noi is looking for TEFL qualified teachers for General English classes at all levels for children, teenagers and adults, including some prepartion courses for students to take TOEFL IBT, TOEIC, IELTS tests. We provide state-of-art, well-equipped classrooms for small classes of a maximum of 15 students per class. Salary is around $1500 per month for a workload of 80 hours. For more information or to apply please contact Ms Anh Nguyen Van – via email at the address given on the job heading page. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our...  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Build Confidence in Chinese Business Students Self-confidence has been seen as a major contributor to a person learning a language. As a teacher and a counselor, I agree with Jack Welch's quote: Giving people self-confidence is by far the most important thing that I can do because then they will act. Confidence exists of three realms: who I am, what I can learn, and what I can do. These are steps that can be taken to help Chinese Business English students improve confidence in these realms. Table of Contents What is self-confidence? Who am I? What can I learn? What can I do? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate William N....  [Read more]

Job For TEFL Qualified Teacher in Canada Date posted:2015-05-04 | Writer: Rocky Mountain English College | Email: [email protected] Are you passionate about teaching English? Do you enjoy spending time outdoors? Rocky Mountain English College (RMEC) is seeking a TEFL qualified teacher for our 2015 ESL and Outdoor Recreation summer program. The program combines ESL instruction with outdoor recreation and cultural immersion experiences. The program runs from July 1st to August 31st 2015, though the teacher may start a week or more early for preparation. Teacher responsibilities: - Plan and teach interactive English lessons to small adult classes - Guide/lead outdoor activities and cultural immersion field trips - Support students and communicate with staff in a professional manner...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Vietnam (2) Date posted:2012-07-11 | Writer: Apple Education | Email: [email protected] Apple Education is seeking 5 full time EFL teachers to work in Ha Noi starting in August 2012. The job involves teaching students between the ages of 6 and 10 years old for an average of 15 hours per week. Benefits include a salary of 1000USD to 1800 USD per month (after tax), depending on TEFL qualifications, experience and hours worked – salary and benefits paid in Vietnamese Dong. Business visas and work permit assisted by Apple Education for the duration of the contractResponsibilities:Average 15 teaching hours per weekTeaching students at the age of 6 to 10Prepare lesson plan every week and mark students’ homework, tests if necessaryRequirements• Native English speaker•...  [Read more]

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 Linda Dunsmore Destinations The 20 Most Inspirational Travel Quotes It comes as no surprise that we at ITTT are absolutely obsessed with traveling! After all, all of our staff has had at least some sort of teaching experience abroad. That's why we've compiled a list of our 20 most inspirational travel quotes. Disclaimer: they may cause some serious wanderlust! Table of Contents 1. "We take photos as a return ticket to a moment otherwise gone" – Katie Thurmea 2. "Travel far enough to meet yourself." – David Mitchell 3. "Fill your life with adventures not things. Have stories to tell not things to show." – Unknown 4. "With the right mindset and spirit only sky is the limit." – Unknown 5. "Don't die without embracing the daring adventure...  [Read more]

Teacher for Small Primary School in Khao Yai, Thailand Date posted:2020-10-22 | Writer: TESOL Tree | Email: [email protected] Use your TEFL skills to teach in Thailand. A private family run school interested in improving the English of the students especially in terms of conversation and listening. It has good facilities. Teaching with the use of Powerpoint lessons.You will be welcomed and treated well by teachers and students. There are 4 foreign teachers based within the school.The LocationThis small town (Pak Chong) is around 2 hours from Bangkok and 1 hour from Korat. There are regular bus, van and train services. Pak Chong is situated in the Khao Yai national park area of Thailand 1 hour from the city of Korat. Still a very Thai town although has a shopping area with western...  [Read more]

TEFL in China - Shandong Date posted:2002-03-19 | Writer: Cambridge - Shandong | Email: [email protected] Positions: Shandong, China Position available to teach English, develop core curriculum and help manage English schools in China for Chinese children ages 3 to 5. Company plans to raise schools in several locations in Shandong province - beginning in Jinan, the capital city. Classroom teaching required during initial development stages of school, but if desired, could possibly be reduced to less teaching and more management of other instructors and curriculum after school grows and you help to recruit more foreign teachers. Nice job for a creative person interested in hands-on involvement from the bottom up. Potential for great income if willing to stay with school as it develops....  [Read more]

Class Onsite TEFL Check out tefl tesol about Class Onsite 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 A.M. - U.S.A. said: New technology in the ClassroomThe latest buzz in teaching these days is all about the 21st Century classroom. This means technology integration is extremely important as well as teaching and preparing students who are ready to go into the work place after graduation. Along with this, teachers should be preparing students in English as well as professionalism, work ethic, critical thinking, team work, technology, leadership, creativity, cross-cultural...  [Read more]

The World Of TEFL and TESOL Explained Productive and Receptive Skills in the EFL Classroom - Potential Problems with Receptive Skills Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas The receptive skills of reading and listening, generally get less attention than the other skills of speaking and writing. Here we look at some of the reasons they are avoided and why e should overcome these fears. Productive and Receptive Skills in the EFL Classroom - Writing Skills Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas What are some of the considerations needed for students to complete a writing lesson? Here we outline some of the types of activity you can produce and major issues to be aware of. Course Books and Materials: Use of the Wipe Board Federico Riva ...  [Read more]

Archives for February 2022 Coursebooks and Materials - Authentic and Created Materials Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, we will consider the classification of ESL materials into, authentic and created. We will then look at some of the major advantages and disadvantages of using each of them in the ESL classroom. The Three Main Types of High Schools in Japan Etienne Van Rooyen TEFL Information Alumni Experiences There are three types of senior high schools in Japan. Each senior high school (grades 10, 11, and 12) has a different purpose and students attend it. Understanding this helps us learn how English language learning in Japan is differently yet similars each school. With this knowledge, as an Assistant Language...  [Read more]

Older Posts TEFL Alumni Interview with Elleda Spitzer Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews In this TEFL review video, Elleda from the US shares her experience of taking three TEFL courses with ITTT. Elleda felt that she learned a ton of new skills and is now equipped with the right knowledge to succeed in any classroom - abroad or online. She would 100% recommend ITTT for TEFL/TESOL certification as she now feels ready to conquer the world of teaching English. TEFL Alumni Interview with Claudia Vu Federico Riva TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews In this TEFL review video, Van Anh from Vietnam shares her experience of taking a TEFL course with ITTT. She thinks the course is very well designed and covers a wide range of topics. She especially...  [Read more]

Our ITTT TEFL and TESOL Alumni Stories The Three Main Types of High Schools in Japan Etienne Van Rooyen TEFL Information Alumni Experiences There are three types of senior high schools in Japan. Each senior high school (grades 10, 11, and 12) has a different purpose and students attend it. Understanding this helps us learn how English language learning in Japan is differently yet similars each school. With this knowledge, as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) you can adapt your lessons plans, materials and style to fit your school/s. Nightly Reading Homework: Best Practices in 6 Steps Ahmed Taha Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This blog post explains what the teacher can do and what parents and other caregivers can do to ensure that this assignment is truly beneficial...  [Read more]

Posts in Category TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews TEFL Alumni Interview with Regan McAllister Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews In this TEFL review video, Regan from the US shares her experience of taking a TEFL course with ITTT. Regan is teaching English in Northern Japan and decided to take a TEFL course in order to have more knowledge on how to structure her lessons. She found that the course was very helpful and the online format allowed her to study at her own pace while working full time. TEFL Alumni Interview with Elleda Spitzer Federico Riva Alumni Experiences TEFL Reviews & TESOL Reviews In this TEFL review video, Elleda from the US shares her experience of taking three TEFL courses with ITTT. Elleda felt that she learned a ton...  [Read more]

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Teaching Skills Influence Students Language Learning Results In the process of teaching, teachers need to understand each of their students to manage the class effectively. for example, how to group students in a way that maximizes group performance or how to arrange reasonable class activities for students to understand the purpose of the lesson and achieve the main goal that the teacher given in every lesson. Table of Contents Required Skills Resource Ideas Results of the Course Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Van Le T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Required...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Punishment and Behavioral Modification Within the Classroom Should teachers punish students for bad behavior? In my psychology class at university, we learned that there are many ways to curve or modify behavior, one method involves 2 different types of punishment. When we think of punishment in a classroom we typically think back to corporal punishment, which would be classified as Positive Punishment (when something is added to diminish behavior). This is quite frankly unacceptable in a classroom. This can have a great and direct psychological effect on the student's motivation to learn a language. Even if the behavior is not related to language learning, a student might subconsciously relate the punishment with learning...  [Read more]

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Use of Songs in the ESL Environment The use of songs in teaching English to children is an effective method that many parents and teachers are now teaching their children. Because of the benefits that teach him through song. Children love to listen to children's music because of their cuteness and closeness. Therefore, if children start to familiarize themselves with English songs, they will surely learn easily. The fun, lovely melody of the song will help your child not be bored. Also, it will help children practice pronunciation more accurately. English songs often use familiar, familiar phrases in everyday life. Therefore, music helps children to have good listening and reflexes when communicating with foreigners. Table of...  [Read more]

Fri, 12 Jun 2020 Kavinna Batra Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The 8 Best Classroom Tools Every Teacher Should Use Technology is something that is coming strong! Teachers need to incorporate technology besides from online resources. Teachers can use trusted online resources and different applications to keep students more engaged and to enhance the traditional ways of teaching. Online assessments, grading software, and virtual lesson plans can help teachers save a lot of time. Table of Contents Socrative Quizlet Just Press Record Trello Tomato Timer Google Calendar Google Classroom Class Dojo Which is your favorite tool? Related Articles: There is a range of tools that can be used in a classroom to support student learning, ranging from traditional to high-tech options. For...  [Read more]

Sun, 21 Jul 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Multiple Intelligences: How is This Theory Important in Education? Howard Gardner, Ph.D. was born in 1943 in Scranton, Pennsylvania in the USA. He is a Cognition and Education Professor at Harvard University and the author of hundreds of articles and more than 30 books translated into several languages. He has received numerous awards and honorary degrees worldwide. Table of Contents Idea and Significance of the Theory Base of the Theory Importance of the Theory Today Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Natália S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Idea and...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Read my articles Live TEFL Talk: How to teach English in Asia | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Are you interested in teaching English in Asia? TEFL expert Linda from ITTT shares the ultimate guide to teaching English as a foreign language in one of the most intriguing regions of the world! Live TEFL Q&A: We Answer All Your TEFL/TESOL Questions | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva TEFL Information Check out this live session where we answer your most burning questions about teaching English, TEFL/TESOL, and everything in between! Advanced English Grammar for Non-Native ESL Teachers | ITTT | TEFL Blog Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you a non-native English teacher? Is your English level quite advanced, but you...  [Read more]

Teach EFL in Kayseri, Turkey Date posted:2003-01-24 | Writer: TED Kayseri College | Email: [email protected] NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHERS Posted By: TED Kayseri College, Turkey < [email protected] > We are seeking for Native English Teachers (to start on 1st September 2003) for positions in our college in Kayseri, Turkey.I've attached the detailed information you need. If you are interested, could you please send your CV and a photo. Head of English Departmant Ali Guldas [email protected] General information for native speakers working and living at TED Kayseri College Housing ? Kayseri is located in the center of Turkey, east of the capital Ankara. 1. Accommodation is provided on the school campus, so access to school is very convenient. The school is also located...  [Read more]

TEFL in Turkey - Kayseri Date posted:2003-02-21 | Writer: TED Kayseri College | Email: [email protected] NATIVE ENGLISH TEACHERS TED Kayseri College, Turkey We are seeking for Native English Teachers (to start on 1st September 2003) for positions in our college in Kayseri, Turkey.I've attached the detailed information you need. If you are interested, could you please send your CV and a photo. Head of English Departmant Ali Guldas [email protected] General information for native speakers working and living at TED Kayseri College Housing - Kayseri is located in the center of Turkey, east of the capital Ankara. 1. Accommodation is provided on the school campus, so access to school is very convenient. The school is also located approximately five minutes walk to the main...  [Read more]

TEFL Job in Ayudhaya, Thailand Date posted:2010-06-02 | Writer: Language Services | Email: [email protected] Language Services in Ayutthaya is opening for interviews to recruit TEFL qualified native English speaking applicants to fill positions at a primary school in a quiet district of Nakhonsawan. We offer a contract through to February next year teaching 18 hours per week. Benefits include a competitive salary, free lunches and assistance finding accomodation. We also have volunteer positions in Ayutthaya for native English speakers to gain teaching and cultural experiences as volunteer teachers. These positions include benefits such as free accommodation and flexible working hours.   Type 1:Full-time Positions (For experienced and qualified applicants)Two positions are...  [Read more]

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Biggest Differences Between British English and American English While both Americans and the British speak English, there are a few variations in the language which can cause some confusion for non-native speakers. Therefore, it is important to take a look at the most notable differences between these two versions of the English language. Table of Contents Spelling Grammar Pronunciation Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joseph Bart van der K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Spelling One of the key differences in the spelling of words. British English usually has...  [Read more]

Tue, 08 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Ways Teachers are Accepted in Different Countries "Teachers can change lives with just the right mix of chalk and challenges." are the words of Joyce Meyer. Table of Contents How do we see teachers? Teachers' Actions Teachers' Personal Qualities Some of the roles that a teacher plays in a classroom are: Among the many great teachers India has produced, the following eminent personalities are worth mentioning. Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Snehal A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. How do we see teachers? A teacher is often seen as a role model, who inspires and...  [Read more]

TEFL Bangkok | TEFL Thailand A World Called Bangkok There's a reason why Bangkok was named as one of the world's Top Ten Cities by Travel + Leisure and the number one visited city by Global Destination Cities Index. It's a city of fabulous restaurants, frantic non-stop shopping, pristine temples and Thailand's best museums. It's teeming with both modern life, city malls and traditional cultural enclaves and floating markets. If you're in to night life, the City of Angles is second to none. It's arguably the single best city in Thailand for Thai food – one of the world's great cuisines – whether you're eating on the street or at five star restaurants. Bangkok is easy to know, but hard to define. Perhaps that's the reason why some who come end up staying for years. The city is a...  [Read more]