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Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great writing exercise for ESL students to practice speaking about their family.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This printable spring worksheet covers six spring-related vocabulary words that the students need to identify and then write on the line provided.   The vocabulary words from this sheet are:    For more advanced students, you can have them write a whole sentence containing each word on the line.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A Lesson plan has many important attributes which most definitely will assist the teacher in teaching (even though there have been theories about lesson planning arguing that it might not be flexible for the students). There is no doubt that coming to class prepared is essential whether with a lesson plan or without. It is very helpful for inexperienced teachers especially those who may lack direction. Reasons to Write a Plan General Suggestions What to Include Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Amelie R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. There are three functions for writing a lesson...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Find the words that end with digraphs -ch, -sh, -ck and -th and write the words in the right columns.   This is a great activity sheet to practice the digraphs -ch, -sh, -ck and -th with winter related words and vocabulary.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Lesson planning is a significant element of everyday life as a teacher in English as a foreign language. A lesson plan acts as a step-by-step guide providing the structure for your lesson. However, too much planning can make lessons rather rigid and stop the teacher being flexible to the needs of the students. Listen to this blog post: Why should you plan your lesson? The following should be included in a lesson plan: Keep to your plan but stay flexible Watch the ITTT lesson plan video guide 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 Mariska F. Before planning a lesson, it is essential to classify the learning...  [Read more]

Crafting a compelling TEFL cover letter is essential when applying for English teaching jobs. This letter complements your CV/resume and serves as an opportunity to highlight your passion for teaching and your suitability for the role. Essential elements of a TEFL cover letter include: Remember, your TEFL cover letter is an essential tool in conveying your commitment and expertise in the field. Make it unique to the position on offer Focus on your personal qualities and not just qualifications Keep it brief, neat, and professional Be yourself and include all the necessary contact details How to layout your cover letter Although it might be quicker and easier to use the same cover letter for every job you apply for, tailoring each letter to each specific job will generally reap better...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Your ESL students have to write sentences following the example in the "going to" future tense.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Use the verbs given and write what the people are doing right now.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Proficiency in reading and writing is crucial for English language learners (ELLs) as it enables them to effectively communicate, comprehend texts, and succeed academically and professionally. Reading skills help ELLs understand English grammar, expand their vocabulary, and improve their overall language proficiency. Writing skills allow ELLs to express themselves creatively, organize their thoughts coherently, and convey their ideas effectively. Therefore, it is essential for educators to employ effective strategies to help ELLs develop these skills. One of the most effective strategies for teaching reading to ELLs is the use of scaffolded instruction, where teachers provide support such as pre-teaching vocabulary, using graphic organizers, and guiding students through the reading...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a writing prompt page for students to write about what they are thankful for.   Print out this fun Thanksgiving "I am Thankful" Turkey worksheet and have your students think about what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving season. Introduce the meaning of Thanksgiving and give some examples of what you can be thankful for.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Let's talk about vacation! This worksheet lets your students talk and write about their summer vacation.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda is a passionate traveler and English teacher exploring the world one country at a time. After studying Mandarin Chinese, she moved to Guangzhou, China, to pursue an internship at a German online marketing company. She loved it so much that she decided to move back to China after finishing her Bachelor’s degree in Management in California. After working in online marketing for a while, she got into English teaching. Teaching English overseas has enabled her to experience life in different countries and fund her passion for travel. She taught English in China for a year and also during my her year in South Korea. She’s been living in South Korea since 2015 and returned to working in online marketing and teaching online in 2016 remotely. On her Website, she shares her tips and...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Have your preschool or Kindergarten students trace and write the uppercase letters on the hearts for Valentine's Day.   Trace and write the uppercase letters.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Look at the pictures and write their names in order to complete the crossword, then find the secret message.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Federico Riva Teaching Ideas The Importance of lesson planning cannot be overemphasized, as the teachers need to map out a plan of what the learners need to learn and how it will be done to ensure effective teaching and learning at a particular period during classes. Designing appropriate learning activities and developing strategies to obtain feedback on learners, is one of the importance of lesson planning. A well-constructed lesson plan for each lesson allows the teacher to teach with more confidence and also helps maximize the chances of having a meaningful and well-organized learning experience in all intent and purpose. A successful lesson plan must address the following components: Teachers should think of some questions as they design the learning activities: However, there are...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet to practice Valentine's Day vocabulary in your ESL classroom. Your students have to write the correct letters below the pictures and match the words and pictures in the box. They then have to write the correct letters below the pictures and read the poem.     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]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet where your ESL students write about foods they like and which foods they don't like.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Planning a lesson is an essential task of the teaching profession. Knowing how and when to plan a lesson can be beneficial for both teacher and students. There are various theories on this topic. The three main approaches are fully planned lesson, freestyle improvisation, and somewhere between these two extremes. As described by Jim Scrivener, planning is essentially a thinking skill. The teacher anticipates situations or problems and tries to come up with a structuring framework. This increases his/her options throughout the course. 1. Choose a Method 2. Consider The Type of Audience 3. Approach to Writing Do you want to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ahmad A....  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet to write about the weather and what pieces of clothing you wear depending on the weather.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a fun worksheet to study and practice daily routines vocabulary. Look at the pictures and write the missing letters in words.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a fun worksheet for students to be able to write sentences about animals with a grammar focus on can and can't.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet about food and drinks for ESL students. The students write about what they like and don't like.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Students read the clues and unscramble the words, then match words and pictures and finally they write the clue number near the correct picture.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Check this free Thanksgiving writing printables out. Share it with your students and have them write down who or what they are thankful for.   Print out this fun Thanksgiving "I am Thankful For" worksheet and have your students think about what they are thankful for this Thanksgiving season. Introduce the meaning of Thanksgiving and give some examples of what you can be thankful for. If you have additional time left, you can let your students color in the pictures on the sheet. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun 5-minute activity for your ESL classroom. Have your students write 3 words per category as fast as they can.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a creative writing prompt about your student's city. Have them write answers to all the questions asked at the top of the sheet.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Writing dates in English can be done in a variety of ways. Here are some common ways to write dates in British and American English.   What is the correct format for dates in English? This is something very important to teach your students when teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL). How to write the date in English usually depends on the following things: Whether you write a formal letter or an informal note; and whether you use British or American English. Let's take a look at the examples below. As you can see, there are a number of ways in which you can write the same date. As a general rule we can say that the more complicated the style of date, the more formal it is. In British English (which is mainly used...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun worksheet to practice the present continuous tense. Students have to look at the pictures and write what the people are doing.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences "Some theorists suggest that lesson planning is not a good idea as it creates a more fixed, teacher-centered lesson" (ITTT TEFL 009 Lesson Planning, pg 1). However, I would argue that without a lesson plan many inexperienced English teachers may often lack direction. I will discuss how to best use a lesson plan to achieve the greatest successes in each lesson. It allows you to logically move through the engage, study and activate stages. How to write a Lesson Plan What to include in your Lesson Plan Now you're ready to write your own lesson plan! Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: Listen to this blog post This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Melissa B. There are many important functions in a lesson plan. The...  [Read more]