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Combined TEFL/TESOL courses TEFL certification courses have traditionally been offered either as 4-week, classroom based courses or as 100% online or distance learning. We understand the benefits and drawbacks to both types of study. In order to offer greater variety and flexibility, we have combined the best of both methods into one unique course. The combined TEFL course comprises of two elements of study: the first being online and the second being in-class study at one of our training centers. The great advantage of this TEFL course is flexibility. The online component of the course allows you the time to absorb the theories of TEFL teaching at your own pace. Attendance at one of our training centres then gives you the opportunity to put this theory into practice. The combined TEFL...  [Read more]

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Working on Student’s Self-Confidence When it comes to an ESL (English Second Language) class, the first thing we should remember is that non-native speakers are normally deprived of the level of confidence they need to fulfill their learning potential in its entirety. This is why it's important for a teacher to provide them with an appropriate background at a stretch of a lesson, favorable atmosphere and an opportunity to move at their own pace. Table of Contents Psychological Aspects of Teaching Praise Do you want to learn new teaching skills? Take a TEFL course today! Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Valentina V. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Thu, 09 May 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Working with Thai Students – Four Fundamental Values It is not easy to describe a nation or a country simply since people should be considered as individuals, but there are definitely some national characteristics in Thailand that make it very different from any other country. When in the Western world, especially in Europe, we need a lot of space and privacy and are often expected to be able to work unprompted, in Thailand things are done collectively. There are no "I's" in a team, literally. Understanding how these teams work and their sometimes not so obvious hierarchy it is much easier to adapt and be accepted as a part of them. Table of Contents Collective thinking Cultural concepts Good relationships Honor and respect...  [Read more]

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Principles of Working on Student Motivation Besides the thousands of things they have on their minds (personal problems, health issues, daydreaming, etc.) and the temptation to just chat with their neighbors in the classroom, students can also be easily distracted by their smartphones. Distraction is not the only obstacle to the class, boredom and absenteeism don't help the class either. Table of Contents 1. Build rapport with students 2. Make the class interesting 3. Have fun! Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course today! To prevent those behaviors, students need to be motivated, which is every teacher's challenge. While all students have different backgrounds and expectations, the teacher still has plenty of...  [Read more]

Fri, 20 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Art of Preparing Working Lesson Plans Doing up lesson plans for my up and coming TEFL classes is something that I am quite excited about. I suppose it is because I see an opportunity for creativity and that gets my juices flowing. I love the engage, study and activate model that was taught to us, both in the TEFL course itself as well as in this course on teaching business English lessons to adults. I would like to share some ideas that I have reaped from this course on how I would prepare a lesson plan for the to engage, study and activate methodology. Table of Contents Engagement Giving New Information Applying New Information on Practice Points to Remember Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related...  [Read more]

Fri, 10 Jan 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Cultural Sensitivity when Working With Chinese Students In 2010, I was on a cultural fact-finding mission. While living as an ex-pat in Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China, I decided I would like to teach English to Chinese students. I thought it would be a fun, constructive way to spend my extra time while my husband was working. So, I took the challenge! I call this a challenge because I had no prior ESL experience at the time. I soon found that understanding the Chinese culture was going to become a priority. Is sensitivity to the Chinese cultural norms significant in teaching ESL in China? A very important puzzle piece in successful teaching in China is defined by their culture. Learning about it and implementing it in my teaching...  [Read more]

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Parents and Teachers Working as a Team When talking about children's education in ESL classrooms there is a lot of courses and resources available for teachers to get trained, skilled, and qualified to promote and guarantee a good learning experience for younger learners. On the other hand, not so much is available for parents to do the same hence most of them are not aware of how they can help ESL teachers. The good news is that not only they can help but their help is essential to improve their child's language skills. Moreover, this essay will suggest three different ways that children's parents can help an ESL teacher to achieve the best performance for their child. Table of Contents Parents' Steps to Engage and Challenge...  [Read more]

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Secrets of Designing a Working Lesson Plan A lesson plan is one of the English teacher's most useful tools. A lesson plan makes a teacher think concretely about what they want the students to have learned by the end of the lesson, and the steps for making that possible within the allotted timeframe. It allows a teacher to estimate how long various activities will take, and to think about what students will ideally learn from each activity. Table of Contents What is a lesson plan for? What materials to implement? How long ahead should you plan? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Katherine V. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching Private Classes vs. Working With Bigger Groups This essay will focus on the differences between one-to-one teaching and group teaching. With both teaching approaches, there are advantages as well as disadvantages. Table of Contents Private Lessons Choice of Activities Group Teaching Communicative Approach Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alida K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Private Lessons Recently, there has been an increase in demand for one-to-one lessons, particularly within the business industry (Teaching Special Groups, Unit 19). Students feel...  [Read more]

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 Hoàng Minh Huy Destinations Alumni Experiences Tips for Working with English Teachers in Vietnam In modern times, Vietnam's government has introduced ambitious educational reforms to elevate English proficiency levels. This has led to an increase in English teaching roles in public and private schools. The growing demand among English users and native speakers has made teaching English in Vietnam an appealing choice. This essay offers advice for effectively working in Vietnam. Table of Contents Active Listening and Observation Cultivating Relationships and Building Rapport Supporting and Contributing Conclusion: Embracing Vietnamese Work Culture Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many...  [Read more]

Fri, 15 May 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Working with Culturally Sensitive Issues in the Classroom When teaching English to non-native English speakers one may often come across a learner from a different culture than one's own. Many certified TEFL teachers may have been drawn to this program because of this exact aspect. Teachers may want to fulfill personal goals of traveling to unique countries and experience different cultural activities. Teachers with their TEFL certificate are extremely likely to find themselves teaching students with a different cultural identity than their own. This is very rewarding for students and teachers alike but comes with certain challenges that should be dealt with appropriately. Every country has subjects and issues that are taboo and...  [Read more]

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Top Tips for Working With Business English Students "Language is any form of sound or sign a living being can produce to convey some form of meaning to another living being", that being said Business Language can be defined or explained differently. "Business Language is the commodity that is being bought and sold in our daily lives, the exchange of goods and currency takes place to just add weight to said Business Language" and as English is the most spoken language in the world, it also makes English the universal Business Language. Table of Contents Language Skills for Business Purposes Basic English and Business English Writing Skills in English Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: Language...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas How to Stay Confident When Working with Challenging Students To me, it looks awkward if a teacher loses his/her temper in front of students, though it's unavoidable sometimes because as far as the students are concerned, a teacher is someone perfect in every way. I have seen students fighting teachers while at high school and it wasn't a good experience to have an encounter with. The reality is, not all days are the same and teachers are also not immune to reacting unexpectedly in any given situation especially where students are involved. No man is perfect. Table of Contents Being sincere Getting a time out Classroom management Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Mon, 24 May 2021 Charlotte Lam Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Tips for Working with Local Teachers in Hong Kong Are you considering teaching in Hong Kong as a native English teacher (NET)? If yes, do you know who you are going to work with? Here are some ways you can effectively prepare yourself and collaborate with the local teachers in school. Table of Contents 1. Listen and observe 2. Build relationships and gain trust 3. Communicate actively 4. Provide support to your collages Are you ready to teach English in Hong Kong? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! 1. Listen and observe Most of the teachers are local in Hong Kong kindergarten. Therefore, you are very likely to partner and work with a local class...  [Read more]

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas One-to-One Teaching vs. Working with a Group I have years of teaching experience and during my teaching years, I have been working with individual students and with different groups and would like to speak about the differences between teaching these two groups. Table of Contents Working with a private student Disadvantages Working with a group 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! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Meri V. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. When I started my career I did it with teaching one to one student as it was...  [Read more]

Tue, 14 Apr 2020 Leo Salazar TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Working from Home and the Importance of Effective Communication With the advent of social distancing as a precautionary measure against the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the associated increase in people working from home rather than face-to-face, effective communication has never been more important. We share advice here on how you can improve your communication skills online. This information is especially useful for those offering online services, such as online English tutors. Table of Contents Listen to this blog post: Create and protect your own workspace Become familiar with the software and hardware Speak clearly, and slowly Be (inter)active Don't neglect your written communication Understand your...  [Read more]

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas TEFL Teaching: ✅ Working in a High School vs. University There are six factors to consider when analyzing the differences between teaching English to high-school students and university students. Table of Contents Self-Study Knowledge The Diversity of Information Learning Intensity The Number of Students in Class Freedom Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads say in our many video testimonials! This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Anh N. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Self-Study Firstly, one of the most noticeable distinctions between college and high...  [Read more]

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Working and Teaching English Abroad Will Influence Your Life I was born in the United States in a big Italian family, where Italian customs and tradition played a key role and influence in my upbringing. My Mom and Dad were travelers of a different kind and would take many hiatus to exotic lands in far off places, leaving us children behind. Table of Contents Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rosella P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. However, one year when I was just a little girl, my parents decided it was time to take the entire family on an 8 months travel...  [Read more]

Sun, 14 Apr 2019 Mark Crocker TEFL Information Alumni Experiences TEFL Options - Alternatives to Working in a State School or Language Center In this day and age, we have access to the world from the tips of our fingers. Through the integration of the internet, humanity has been connected like it's never seen before. As globalization continues and English dominates as the business standard for the world's commerce, this has made learning the English language a very lucrative skill to acquire. So who needs a TEFL certificate and could it be just what you are looking for? Table of Contents What a TEFL Certificate Provides Volunteer Teaching Teaching Online From Home Teaching Online on the Road Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English Abroad? Related Articles: This post...  [Read more]

Lifestyle of a TEFL teacher The reasons people have for starting a career in teaching English are as wide ranging as the people themselves. For some it is a chance to gain valuable experience of the world before heading home and starting a different career. For others, it represents the chance to make a new start, or it is a means to perpetuate a life of travel and adventure. Whatever your reasons for becoming an English teacher you are bound to be curious about the kind of lifestyle you can expect while teaching abroad. For beach lovers there are plenty of opportunities for TEFL teachers in many tourist spots around the world. Locals employed in the tourism industry want to improve their English language skills creating plenty of private tutoring opportunities and some hotels employ...  [Read more]

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. Table of Contents Demand Teaching Quality Socio-economical situation Huge classes School types Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching at a Language Academy in Korea For those of us who have a desire to teach English as a foreign language in Korea but decide to forego a formal TEFL certificate, language academies (or, "hagwons") are one of our most prominent and accessible options. In the year 2018, fresh out of my undergraduate program, I joined the ranks of many enthusiastic (albeit, mostly untrained) teachers bound for privately-run English academies. The opportunity to travel, visa sponsorships, housing benefits, and the job, itself, make hagwons an attractive option to aspiring teachers with no formal training or little practical teaching experience. Table of Contents Teaching Challenges Syllabus Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences English in Early Childhood: Alumni Teaching Experience For two years I have been teaching Italian children in a nursery, a group of 5,2-3 years old. They are still not able to speak well their mother tongue and have a short vocabulary. They have no experience yet in being taught traditionally, may still use pacifier and diaper, so how can you teach so small children English and is it even worth it? Shouldn't they first learn their native tongue? Many parents think so. Table of Contents Difficulties Flashcards Songs Books Gymnastics Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: I am sure they benefit from being exposed to English vocabulary and getting used to the sound of English as young as...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Problems Vietnamese Speakers Face When Learning English Have young English learners in other countries faced the same problems as those who are in Vietnam? Some may appear alike but the others may occur differently. Personally, each individual may engage in varied private troubles. On a small scale of this little essay, it is advised to discuss three main objective factors that the majority of young learners may encounter. They are passive learning style, less communication practice yet heavy-grammar structure, and attitude towards education. Table of Contents Learning Style Grammar skills vs. Communication skills Attitude Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our...  [Read more]

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences The Struggle of Teaching English in Rural Japan Perhaps one of the most commonly used justifications for widespread English language education is "English is the global lingua franca." This statement seems to encapsulate the general sentiment towards the importance of English. With the recent advancements in technology, geographical and temporal barriers have greatly lessened and international relations are no longer restricted to certain fields such as politics and media. The average citizen can now commence personal and economic relationships with the world via the internet. And this, of course, highlights the need for a common language that will facilitate effective intercultural communication. In highly urbanized and...  [Read more]

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How to Become a Great Teacher With an ITTT TEFL Course The TESOL/TEFL course from ITTT has taught me many things that will elevate my teaching. The best things that I learned from this course can be summarized in three statements. First, it is very important to be flexible in all aspects of your teaching. Second, it is crucial to be confident and adapt your teaching as each class progresses. Third, it is vital to develop a rapport and relationship with your students. While there are many different areas of my teaching that were improved by this course, I believe that these three things are the best and most important. Table of Contents Flexibility Confidence Rapport Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related...  [Read more]

Leo Salazar I am a corporate trainer with over 35 years of international business experience in the US, Europe, Africa and Asia. I am a native speaker of English, born and raised in the US, in California. I have helped people of all ages, from students to executives, by focusing on their leadership and entrepreneurial skills. Read my articles Working from Home and the Importance of Effective Communication | ITTT | TEFL Blog Leo Salazar TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Working from home brings both opportunities and challenges. It’s time to get more in touch with family and to appreciate each other, especially during these difficult times. It can also provide a positive environment to grow, learn and focus. Instead of spending valuable time traveling to and from work, you can...  [Read more]

Review from TEFL Student Matt   Matt is from the United States but is working in Japan. His local employer wanted him to obtain an internationally recognized teaching qualification so he took one of ITTT’s courses. He had a great experience working through the course units and found them to be very helpful. He also enjoyed the grammar lessons and the printable materials. He is very satisfied with the service he received from ITTT and thinks the courses are great value for money. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check out ITTT's Blog Posts  [Read more]

Thu, 26 Dec 2019 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences How Teaching in China Influenced me as a TEFL Specialist I, as an out of school English teacher, have been teaching English in China for about one year. My students are coming from elementary schools or middle schools. The teaching is one to one. The background and personality of my students are various. Some students are very interested in learning English and want to take extra courses to improve their English proficiency. Table of Contents Students' Struggles English Speaking Environment Forceful Learning vs. Personal Approach Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nan W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent...  [Read more]

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Personal Experience: Teaching English to Kindergartners in Turkey My personal teaching experience is the reason why I love teaching and hopefully after this essay, you would understand why. Let me begin by giving you a short description of myself. I was born in South Africa, I had a normal childhood and I did not enjoy my schooling career. I am currently living in Turkey teaching English to kindergartens. Table of Contents First Steps Lack of Confidence Self-development and Challengies Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Cihan C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. First...  [Read more]