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Teach English Through Movies: Best Tips to Make Your Classes Engaging - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Nowadays educators and CEOs are doubtful about the efficiency of the current educational contents and system. The question which keeps us alert about our performance as teachers is "Are we preparing our students to face the working demands of the century?"
Reasons to Use Movies
Ways to Become a Facilitator
Working With Kindergarteners
Working With School Kids
Young Adolescents and Older Teens
Preparing for The Movie Class
During the Lesson
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Laura A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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The Most Important Teaching Strategies and Techniques ESL Need to Use - TEFL Blog
Jon ITTT
Alumni Experiences
Upon completion of my TESOL course, the best thing I have learned is actually plural and not limited to one item. Most importantly a TESOL instructor needs to be able to reach all students with varying needs, styles and preferences of learning in order to ensure the highest degree of probability that his or her students learn English, while keeping all students in the class as engaged as possible at all times.
Activities to use in the classroom
Using technology in the classroom
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dina P.
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Teaching Roles and Functions in ESL - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching can be defined as the action of a person imparting skills or knowledge, giving instructions, the job which requires teaching, the profession of great responsibility and specific character. The teacher is not only the person who gives knowledge but can be a model of competence. The role of the teacher is significant as they teach more than lessons in a book, try to teach how to think and how to choose the right above the wrong, to differentiate deeper things than peoples' outlook. The teacher is a manager of creating a special atmosphere in the classroom conducive to learning, this person guides the south of the difficulties.
Social Responsibility
Psychological Responsibilities
Management
Delivering Information
Planning and Other Things
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TEFL Other Latin America - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Special Education Learning Support Teacher
Date posted:2024-03-28 | Writer: SMS - Santo Domingo | Email: [email protected]
St. Michael’s School in Santo Domingo seeks an experienced Special Education/Learning Support Teacher who can provide research-based best practices for implementing effective learning support services in the secondary school.
St. Michael’s School is a 1st through 12th-grade school with rigorous academic demands and a sound character education program. The school’s international curriculum is delivered in the English language, and complemented with Lengua Española and Estudios Sociales classes offered in Spanish in compliance with MINERD requirements. Founded in 1991 by educators Christian Virginia Heinsen, Michelle Morel, and Roxanna Soto. St. Michael’s is committed to forming well-rounded... [Read more]
Tefl reviews - How To Pronounce Thrasonical - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word thrasonical. This word is a synonym for boastful or bragging. It orginates from the fictional character Thraso, who is a soldier in the comedy Eunuchus, a play written by Terence over 2,000 years ago. Due to his bragging nature, Thraso was the inspiration for this word.
Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next.
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How Stories Transform English Learning in Early Childhood - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences
Stories are a powerful tool for engaging students in learning. Stories are capable of meeting young learners at their level by making language concepts engaging and interesting. They provide the sort of context and emotional stakes that are important for thorough language acquisition in a subtle way that doesn't always feel like sitting at a desk and learning through drills. This is why stories are an especially important tool when it comes to teaching young learners. Stories can provide motivation to learn, real-life examples of language usage, and an out-of-classroom opportunity to continue learning.
Engaging Young Learners
Real-Life Language Usage
Fostering Independent Learning
The Enduring Power of Stories
Are you ready... [Read more]
How to Increase Motivation in the Young Classroom - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Increasing motivation in the young classroom exponentially increases language learning success by increasing participation, desire to discover more language, student-initiated thinking in the new language, and confidence. Motivation can be amplified in many constructive ways. Some of these ways are building rapport, implementing a reward system, incorporating the students' interests into the lessons, designing games, using puppets, using praise and encouragement, and giving motivating feedback.
1. Build Relationships
2. Praise and Reward
3. Find Engaging Themes, Activities, and Materials
4. Give a Feedback
5. Record The Progress
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Why Created and Authentic Materials in the Classroom Are Effective - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Authentic materials and created materials are some of the most effective materials an instructor teaching English as a foreign language can use. You can use both created materials and authentic materials in teaching a wide variety of students and the result will remain the same. Teachers can choose to use these materials rather than the course book materials. In going through the TEFL certification course, you learn the different group levels of students you could be teaching. In this summative task, I will discuss the benefits for each group level learning English and in using the created and authentic materials to teach the students English.
Designed Materials
Materials for Children
Types of Authentic Materials
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Should I teach English in a small town? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
While many aspiring English teachers naturally lean towards urban centers for the sheer volume of job opportunities and bustling city life, there is a distinct allure to teaching in smaller towns. If you sign up for programs like South Korea's EPIK or France's TAPIF, your placement location may be predetermined. However, for those with the freedom to choose, the benefits of small-town teaching can be substantial and rewarding. Here is why teaching English in a less urbanized setting might be the right fit for you:
Less pollution and noise
Less traffic on the roads
Seeing students and families outside of class
Unusual traditions
Learn about the town and community
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TEFL Other Europe - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Lower Secondary Middle School Teachers ann. 2
Date posted:2024-04-08 | Writer: Brilliant Stars International School | Email: [email protected]
We are looking for an enthusiastic lower-secondary / middle school teacher happy to mentor students to be masters of their own learning. Individuals who have experience in and a passion for learning themselves, with a mother tongue of English (or equivalent). Individuals who want to be part of a supportive team with a child-centred and highly hands-on approach to teaching and learning. Experience teaching an international curriculum and Montessori is appreciated, but not essential. The role is flexible, but we are primarily looking for a teacher for our English, History & Geography lessons.
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Outdoor Activities for Better Language Acquisition Process - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
'Teacher, Can we please have a class outdoors?' this question was asked by a lot of my students, and 'No' was my typical answer. Why do students want to have an outdoor session? Is it really useful? What outdoor activities could be done to help when teaching English? These questions ran through my mind every time one of my students asked me to have a class outdoors. So, I decided to find answers to these questions.
Reasons to have classes outdoors
Choice of activities
World around us
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Ahmed A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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TEFL Other Latin America - page 1 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs in Other Latin America
3rd Grade Homeroom Teacher
Writer: Robert Muller L.I.F.E. International School | Email: [email protected]
Our Homeroom teachers are offered 2-year contracts for our two 10 month academic years from August 2024 to June 2026 . Contracts for continued employment will be offered for additional years based on performance, as we love to have teachers who are interested in being around for longer.The majority of our students enter our school with little to no English, and we are therefore looking for teachers with a bilingual/ELL/immersion background. As a Homeroom Teacher, you would be responsible for providing instruction in Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, and Science. Your students would also have Technology, Art, Kaqchikel, Spanish, and PE with other teachers,... [Read more]
Classroom Management as a Skill in the Modern ESL Classroom - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Classroom management is the skill of organizing and managing the class, having a friendly, relaxed manner, and maintaining discipline. Good classroom management allows students to increase their motivation. Motivation has an impact on a student's academic performance. The main purpose of assigning jobs is to teach them some responsibility.
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Satinder K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
While they do learn how to be responsible by taking care of their belongings and keeping their desks clean and organized, a classroom job helps students keep the room smoothly.... [Read more]
TEFL Phuket - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Thailand ▷ combined course
Our training centre in Phuket provides what might well be the most popular TEFL course in Thailand. We average over 24 trainees per course and have proven ourselves to be one of the best course locations worldwide. In the classroom you will receive unsurpassed training, while after the course you will receive an internationally recognized certificate to teach English as a foreign language, as well as lifetime assistance finding employment worldwide. Outside of the classroom, Phuket never fails to provide trainees with breath-taking scenery and a variety of experiences not to be forgotten.
Phuket is Thailandâs largest and most popular island destination, however, despite rapid growth along its west coast, Phuket still has plenty of lush jungles, picturesque mountain vistas, peaceful... [Read more]
Teaching English at a University in China - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teaching English is a challenging undertaking, and your students are looking to you for guidance. I am writing this summative to the reference to my teaching journey in China at a university. I was a master's student in English language and Applied linguistics at Central China Normal University. One day, I have been offered by the dean of the English department, if I can teach English in the department to some group of Chinese students. It was my first experience of teaching abroad and enthusiastically, I accepted and started teaching English. Therefore, I have taught the English language in various levels, ages, and different nationalities such as Africa, France, Bahrain, Turkey, Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Algeria.
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TEFL Japan - page 1 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs in Japan
The TEFL jobs market in Japan is possibly the largest in the world. With tens of thousands of TEFL teachers required year after year. Teaching in Japan is often a pleasant experience. Expect to work hard and earn well. There are many online resources for finding TEFL jobs in Japan. If you run a quick search on Google, you’ll find hundreds of TEFL jobs in Japan at any one time. TEFL jobs are plentiful in every city and town. Choose your preferred location before hand and the chances are you will find a TEFL job there. Should you need to, seek direct school contacts from online language school directories. For further particulars, visit Teaching English in Japan. View job offers on the following pages to gain an insight into TEFL jobs in Japan.
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Difficulties in English Phonetics and Phonology: How Foreign Learners Can Master it - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
First and foremost I'd like to address why phonetics issues very early piqued my interest in teaching English for foreigners. Ever since childhood, I was surrounded by people with substantial articulatory and auditory phonetic problems, not so much with the acoustic ones.
Natural Problems
Study Issues
Self-consciousness
Firstly, I attended the sign language and lip-reading courses.
Are my efforts worthwhile?
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Asbiorn B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
Firstly, those auditory problems were inherited biologically by people around me and couldn't be helped much... [Read more]
TEFL Phuket - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Thailand ▷ ITTT course
Our training centre in Phuket provides what might well be the most popular TEFL course in Thailand. We average 12 trainees per course and have proven ourselves to be one of the best course locations worldwide. In the classroom you will receive unsurpassed training, while after the course you will receive an internationally recognized certificate to teach English as a foreign language, as well as lifetime assistance finding employment worldwide. Outside of the classroom, Phuket never fails to provide trainees with breath-taking scenery and a variety of experiences not to be forgotten.
Phuket is Thailand's largest and most popular island destination, however, despite rapid growth along its west coast, Phuket still has plenty of lush jungles, picturesque mountain vistas, peaceful farmland,... [Read more]
Which countries pay the best TEFL salaries? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
The highest TEFL salaries are offered in countries aiming to attract the most qualified teachers. While 'the best' can vary by country, high-paying TEFL jobs typically require advanced qualifications, such as a degree in education and a TEFL certification, as well as considerable teaching experience. Countries known for offering competitive TEFL salaries include the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Japan, South Korea, and China. These nations often also provide additional benefits like housing, flights, and health insurance, which contribute to the overall financial package for English teachers.
Top ten paying countries for EFL teachers
Figures taken from a range of teaching positions posted on a number of EFL job sites.
1. The United Arab Emirates, sometimes simply called the... [Read more]
How to apply for TEFL jobs? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
TEFL related teaching jobs are available in almost every country worldwide and due to a huge demand for qualified teachers, jobs are all but guaranteed in some areas. To ensure you have the widest range of positions to choose from and the best chance of landing that dream job, there are several things you can do to put yourself at the head of the queue.
How do I apply for TEFL jobs online?
What are the pros and cons of applying for TEFL jobs online?
What are the pros and cons of using a TEFL recruitment company?
What about national TEFL recruitment programs?
What are the pros and cons of applying for TEFL jobs locally?
Should I take a TEFL course in the country where I want to work?
Should I use more than one method of TEFL job hunting?
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TEFL Other Latin America - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ High School English Teacher 2
Date posted:2024-04-04 | Writer: The American School of Guatemala | Email: [email protected]
The American School of Guatemala/Colegio Americano de Guatemala (often referred to as CAG) was founded in 1945 and is an independent, non-profit, non-denominational, college-preparatory institution that offers a rigorous academic program modelled after the best educational practices and methodologies of the United States of America.
With enrollment of approximately 1,770 students, the school focuses on continuity in a P-12 one-school model, committed to student-centred learning and community connectedness. The school seeks educators who value cultural context and find ways to innovate on the teaching and learning experience at CAG.
Overview of the Position
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TEFL Florence - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Italy ▷ ITTT course
Taking a TEFL course in the fascinating city of Florence or Borgo San Lorenzo could be the start of a dream come true. With something to please everyone, Italy has proved to be a highly popular destination for TEFL courses, and the Florence area is a particularly popular choice for many students.
The birthplace of The Renaissance, Florence holds one of the greatest concentrations of artistic achievements to be found anywhere in the world, with original works of Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael and Botticelli all on display here. Another sight that you will not want to miss is the breathtaking view of Brunelleschi's terracotta dome which hovers majestically above the medieval rooftops of the city. You will also want to enjoy the rolling hills surrounding Florence, the history of its smaller... [Read more]
Why I Did Volunteer Teaching in Nepal and You Should Too - TEFL Blog
Dan Sloat
Destinations Alumni Experiences
Volunteer teaching in Nepal is thoroughly rewarding! The need for engaging and enthusiastic teachers is so great and the positive impact you can make, even in a short period, is significant. Personally, I had a modest classroom of 16 students comprising a broad range of ages and competency. Those kiddos were quite a handful, but being their teacher was an incredible privilege. Their maturity was striking and yet, at the end of the day, they are still growing boys. They would get rowdy at times and often pulled pranks on each other. I loved their curiosity, their excitement for learning, and their playful spirits. Between lessons they would often draw pictures for me. I suppose I'm the snowman-looking character, left of the car, in this one on... [Read more]
The Art of Teaching Younger EFL Students - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
I have 3 years of experience in teaching English in a few kindergartens in Beijing, China and some experience in teaching adults in a training center.
Differences Between Teaching Children and Adults
Principles in Teaching Kids
Learning Atmosphere
Teacher's Responsibilities
My Personal Experience
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When I started in kindergarten, it was very difficult because I didn't have enough information about how to make a proper lesson plan. I didn't have enough materials, games, songs, and it took me a lot of time to collect all the necessary information for teaching and creating my teaching plan. Without experience, it wasn't easy for me to build a good rapport between me and my... [Read more]
Best TEFL Courses - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Take a look online and you will find a large number of course providers offering TEFL certification. However, there are many reasons why we think that ITTT stands out from the crowd and offers the very best TEFL course options on the market. Take a look at these key points and see if you agree.
ITTT is a long-established and respected course provider that has been offering high-quality training courses since 1998;
All our staff members have experience of living abroad and have taught English in countries right across the world;
Our training courses are open to all fluent English speakers regardless of their nationality;
At ITTT we believe in providing opportunities for all fluent English speakers, which is why no previous teaching experience or degree is required and we have no upper age... [Read more]
CELTA and Trinity Courses in Mexico City - Inclass Courses - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Mexico is a diverse and exciting country that is also one of the biggest employers of foreign English language teachers in the world. If you plan on teaching English abroad, Mexico is surely one of the best destinations for taking a CELTA course before you apply for your first job.
Throughout the country you will come across breathtaking relics of the country’s ancient past that goes all the way back to the Aztec Empire and beyond. Mexico City is the country’s dynamic capital where you will find a vast melting pot of cultures from all over the world.
The city is a wonderful mix of old and new, with modern developments and peaceful parks and gardens alongside ancient monuments and other relics of the city’s long history. Our training center is suitably located in an old colonial style... [Read more]
TEFL Mexico - page 1 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs in Mexico
Teach English in Merida, Mexico
Writer: Language Learning Solutions | Email: [email protected]
You will be part of a team offering classes to children, teenagers, and adults in a friendly and comfortable environment.We work with all levels on the CEFR from A1 up to C1 Advanced, classes are assigned during orientation.Teachers are expected to teach 20 hours per week plus we provide 2 additional paid and supported planning hours.Salary and benefitsWe offer a minimum 10-month academic year contract, a competitive local salary and 20 teaching hours per week plus 2 additional paid and supported planning hours. Orientation sessions are given to all new teachers so that you feel prepared and confident for the start of the academic year.Our teacher’s wellbeing is very important to us, so... [Read more]
TEFL Germany - page 1 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL Jobs in Germany
As the most populous country in Europe with over 82 million people, TEFL jobs in Germany can be found year round and throughout the country. Obviously there is more demand for TEFL teachers in the more populous locations, but do not discount finding a position in smaller towns and even rural villages. Working conditions are favorable and the Germans willing students. The jobs listed here form a sample of typical TEFL jobs in Germany. Use the contact details to approach schools directly. If you can demonstrate an interest in German language or culture, you may find this is viewed positively. Consolidate your job search by checking online TEFL job sources frequently. Research where you would like to teach and the seek schools contact details in your chosen location. Web-savvy language... [Read more]
How Will Brexit Affect TEFL Teachers? - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Visa and Legal
In June 2016 the UK voted to leave the European Union and the "British exit" has since be referred to as "Brexit". Three years later there is still a lot of uncertainty surrounding possible repercussions, whether they end up positive or negative because the process is far from complete, detailed agreements are not finalized, and Brexit may even end up being canceled – even if only temporarily. People working in Europe as EFL teachers outside of their own country may feel unsure about their future, and those who are intending to work in European countries will be finding it difficult to plan, but what are the various outcomes that could occur over the next few months and years?
Teachers From Europe Working in the UK
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TEFL New York City - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL USA ▷ combined course
There is no other place quite like new york City and our TEFL course there combines the professionalism of our training staff with the heart pounding excitement of one of the largest metropolitan neighbourhoods on Earth.
New York City’s attractions speak for themselves: the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, the Chrysler Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, Yankee Stadium, the Metropolitan Museum of Natural History, the list goes on and on and on. If you like the theatre, you will love Broadway. If you are keen on sports, why not visit Madison Square Garden? Whatever you choose, you won’t be disappointed.
The city’s incredible diversity, rich culture and impeccable style will delight even the biggest sceptics. Our centre is conveniently located... [Read more]