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The Global Rise of the English Language - How Far Will it Go? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Whether you like English or despise it, the English language is here to stay. There is no stronger contender right now as a global language, other than English. But how did this happen, why is English now the dominant language in Education, Business and the Media.
Personal Experience
English in My Family
Influence on Other Countries
Modern Situation
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This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Iain Hamilton-G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT.
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English as a Global Language: What Motivates Students to Learn English? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
As an international study major in college, I learned that the United Nations, a non-governmental organization, officially recognizes six world languages: every meeting, written document, and speech are translated into these languages. English is one of them. It is spoken and written by billions of people around the world. Having traveled in eight countries myself, I was surprised to have seen how commonplace it was for countries to translate directional signs in both the official language and in English. A student's mastery of the English language, or in any language, can be a difficult journey to venture. Therefore, this essay will explore what factors may motivate a student to learn English.
English for adults
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English, The Universal Language - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Over a hundred years ago, in the late 19th century, a Polish-Jewish eye doctor named Dr. Ludwig Lazarus Zamenhof wanted to bridge the gaps and misunderstandings between different ethnic groups that he grew up around. Being from a Polish city that, at the time, was a polyglot, multi-ethnic mixture of Poles, Russians, Jews, Lithuanians, and Germans, he saw there was a great deal of distrust between each group, and he believed it was due to the language barriers that each imposed. To create a common ground between every group, he created an international, universal language called Esperanto (Yaffe, 2017). While it was a great idea to create a language that did not belong to any ethnic group and could be used universally, it did not take off in the 20th... [Read more]
The Advantages Of ITTT’s Global Network
Sarah Jennings
TEFL Information
International TEFL and TESOL Training has been providing TEFL/TESOL training and qualifications for 30 years across a vast network of training centres as well as expertly devised online programs.
How the global training network came to be
Graduate services for our course participants
ITTT's websites
Online courses that are eligible for university credits!
ITTT's training network extends to over 25 active training centres in approximately 20 countries around the globe. Prior to reduction of international travel during the corona virus outbreak, ITTT fielded more than 40 onsite course locations in each corner of the globe.
Through our many partners, in-class courses can be taken on almost every continent. Popularity for our courses and employment is the... [Read more]
An ESL Student’s View on The Global Status of English - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Yes, in my opinion, English is for sure a global language. Even as a little girl I was simply intrigued by that language. I like it so much, that I even tried to make up some words. It seems to me that it's a kind of language that can easily go through your ears. It's elegant and very special, al least that's how I see it. Nowadays, it's a world spread language that is taught in schools around the globe. English is everywhere. We can find it to be the main language in computers, mobile phones, video games. Meetings are being held in English, there are restaurant menus all around the world, written in English, there are street signs in English. Youngsters communicate in English via e-mails, social networks, video games and so much more... English has... [Read more]
English as a Matter of Global Citizenship - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Over the last hundred years, the world we live in has changed significantly. Businesses now communicate across borders effortlessly and friends can stay connected using technology no matter where they are on the planet. Although major languages around the world remain important to local cultures, the need for a common global language has risen due to the connection of all continents via technology. English naturally emerged as a global language to fill this void, largely because it is spoken as the native language of the United States of America, which has a very expansive economy.
Demand in English Teaching Experts
Overestimation of Technological Power
Pros to Learn Languages
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English as a World Language - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
English is considered a universal language, mainly because it is widely spoken all over the world. English was originally the language of England. Its expansion became imperative due to the dominance in world trade, religion, technology, tourism, education and so on. UK expansion and incursion of the USA as the first world power saw the migration of the English language all over the world. About 70 countries adopt the English language as their official language and statistics have it that the English language is one of the easiest languages to learn when compared with other languages like Chinese, French, German or Spanish.
English Prevalence
English in Asia
ESL Career Difficulties
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We have been placing teachers in Korea since 2005 with zero complaints, and this is because we at TEIK (www.teachenglishinkorea.org) are a husband-and-wife team (Brad and Yumi) who have both taught, lived, and worked in Korea for TEIK. We pride ourselves on being a boutique recruitment agency that always focuses on our teachers getting the best job opportunity that fits the teacher's qualifications, experience, and preferences. We are a very laid-back, low-pressure ex-pat owned and run agency.
TEIK is the best run recruitment agency placing high-quality teachers at high-quality schools. We only work with schools with an excellent track record for paying their... [Read more]
The Many Roles of English in Global Society - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Language is the primary medium of human social interaction, and interaction is the mean through which social relations are conducted and maintained. It is a vital commodity in a globalized world (Block and Cameron, 2002). Everyone needs and uses language as a means of communication and to express their needs in various aspects of life. So, as the community of the world, people need language to be used as a means of communication. Why do we need an international or global language? Why has it become a global language?
English development
Business world
Culture
Education
Technology
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DoTEFL - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
DoTEFL is the global TEFL course directory where you can search for TEFL courses all around the world. Whether you are looking for a TEFL course online, or want to do your TEFL course abroad, DoTEFL will help you find the ideal TEFL course in your desired location.
They also have regular TEFL discount offers with ITTT and other TEFL course providers, which are well worth keeping an eye on!
In addition to this, DoTEFL has a number of great articles on teaching English abroad and online where you can pick up some useful tips. So, if you’re ready to start your TEFL journey you should check DoTEFL out.
You can read more on the DoTEFL blog or find them on Facebook.
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Top 6 Government-run TEFL Teacher Programs - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Looking to embark on an adventure abroad while making a positive impact as an English teacher? Government-run TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) programs offer an incredible opportunity to do just that. These well-organized initiatives, often backed by various countries' governments, provide aspiring educators with a unique chance to teach English in foreign lands, all while gaining an unforgettable cross-cultural experience.
1. FEI/TAPIF — France: International/USA
Applications and Eligibility
2. NET Scheme in Hong Kong
How to Qualify for the HK NET Scheme
Category One requires:
3. CETP Hungary
Application Process
4. JET Japan
Application process
Eligibility
Duties
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Which countries have a growing demand for EFL teachers? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
For each of five countries in each region we will consider factors such as a general statement of opportunity in the region, monthly salary in US$ equivalent and finally a typical current job posting from the region. It is important to view salaries in the context of a typical citizen's average income. What may appear to be a low salary may in fact put you in a high income bracket (and vice-versa!) All figures were correct at the time of writing but are subject to change.
Asia
Typical job posting
Europe
Typical job posting
Central and South America
Typical job posting
Job Details
Middle East
Typical job posting
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Is TEFL internationally recognized? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Regardless of your educational background, initial professional experience in TEFL is essential for a successful career as an online or overseas English teacher.
Given the absence of an international regulatory body for TEFL training programs, certification standards for teaching can differ across providers. Courses can vary in terms of their content and required study hours. Consequently, it is vital for you to conduct thorough research to find the most reputable course providers.
How do I find an accredited TEFL provider?
How can I tell if a TEFL course is accredited or not?
Does the TEFL school offer courses taught by highly experienced, university-level instructors?
Initially, you should focus on two significant aspects when searching for a TEFL course provider:
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How Can Knowledge of First Language Acquisition Aid Successful Second Language Acquisition? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Successful acquisition of a first language (otherwise known as an L1) has almost a 100% success rate. Aside from a few people that are unable to read or write everyone can communicate fluently in their L1. Successful acquisition of a second language, however, does not occur nearly as often. Why is this so and can anything be learned from first language learning to improve second language fluency.
Variations in the English Language Form
Language Acquisition Process
Second Language Acquisition Process
Teaching Ways
Children and Language Acquisition
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Article archive: 2024, 04 - from: 1
Sarah Jennings
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Obtaining a TEFL certification marks the onset of your journey as an EFL teacher. Truth be told, it’s merely the tip of the iceberg!
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Motivation serves as a cornerstone for language learning success, and while students are expected to bring their own motivation to class, teachers play a significant role in fostering and sustaining it.
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How much can I earn teaching English in Morocco? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
TEFL teachers in Morocco typically see monthly salaries ranging from $700 to $1,000. The demand for English language instruction in Morocco also provides additional earning opportunities beyond the classroom, such as private tutoring, which can supplement income at rates of $10 to $20 per hour. Morocco's deep cultural heritage, from its historic Berber influences to its renowned cuisine and markets, adds to the country's appeal as a destination for TEFL professionals.
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How Can Reading Influence Language Acquisition? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Language acquisition is a process that engages different skills and is therefore influenced by them. Reading, which is among the four main language skills, is considered to be influential in this process in many ways. In my opinion, it is one of the best contributors to the journey of learning a new language and although its advantages seem to be exclusive to reading comprehension, it involves other skills to a high degree as well.
Reading Resources
Benefits of Reading
Speaking Skills
Reading as a Way to Master Speaking
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How Grammar Influences a Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching a language seems to have its roots precisely in teaching grammar: one of the first learning methodologies in history was grammar-translation. Used to translate Greek into Latin, it was inefficient for speech development, yet it remains one of the most popular teaching methods in education. Unfortunately, even from my own experience as a student, this is the preferred teaching method and it wasn't until recently that a more interactive way of learning was introduced in schools.
Reasons to Learn Grammar
Approaches to Teaching Grammar
1. Deductive approach
2. Inductive approach
Young Learners
Adult Learners
Potential problems
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A Road Map to Language Acquisition - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Just as a map is a guide to a territory, grammar is the guide to a language. A language course ought to include such guidance, through which the student perceives direction. The ability to read a map, and, as a result, delineating the goal´s location, facilitates the endeavor to set the student onto the right path. When a learner understands the universal logic of language, he can put his native language into context within every foreign language. This comparison of languages will reveal similarities. To learn that all languages are alike will make the acquisition easier. If the teacher wants the student to understand that languages are closely related he has to present grammar as a common aspect of all languages. Grammar describes principals of... [Read more]
TEFL Peru - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Language Support Specialist
Date posted:2024-04-19 | Writer: Newton College | Email: [email protected]
Newton College is looking for a talent who can be our Language Support Specialist in Upper School (Secundaria).
Requirements
Hold a degree (Licenciatura) in Education, Special Education, Applied Linguistics or related field.
English level: CPE or bilingual
Certification in teaching English as a second language (TESOL), English language teaching (CELTA) or equivalent.
Minimum 3 years' experience teaching a foreign language.
At least 2 years of IB Program experience
Experience working with students who have language-based learning differences or second language learners.
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Actively participate in collaborative spaces with colleagues, including observation of student work/data to adjust... [Read more]
The Difference between Formal and Non-Formal Language - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
When approaching formal and non-formal language it's imperative to keep in mind that people are by nature designed to be different, therefore arguing which is more important is a waste of time. Based on cultural upbringing and life experience both play an important role in regards to teaching a student. Formal and informal language are used daily, though, both habituate different societal spaces and their ratios change. Either can bleed into each other when language becomes really interesting.
The Use Of Formal Language
The Use Of Non-Formal Language
Things to Keep in Mind
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1st Language vs. 2nd Language Acquisition: How and TEFL Instructors Must Learn from the First to Better Teach the Second - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The contrast between primary language acquisition and second language learning interests professional linguists, language pedagogues, and ordinary students alike. To say that the processes are distinct and involve very different learning processes, as well as even altogether different spheres of the brain is an understatement: these are indeed different functions (Limacher, Ute "Language Acquisition Versus Language Learning" ).
Differences between the two types of acquisitions
Language structure and learning process
Personal experience
The Consciousness of language acquisition
Classroom setting
Natural environment
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Peculiarities of The English Language - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
I did not realize how difficult English is until I became fluent in Spanish. I am currently studying French and I am pretty good at French. I have a basic knowledge of Esperanto.
English is difficult for several reasons
English is not a phonetic language
There are exceptions to every rule
Some examples of other exceptions to English rules
Pronunciation
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I will just touch on each of these since a book could be written about each of these.
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English as a Non-Phonetic Language - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences
Like we all know, the English alphabet has 26 letters. These 26 letters can make 44 different sounds or phonemes – 20 sounds come from the vowels a, e, i, o and u; and 24 sounds come from the remaining 21 consonants. A phoneme is the smallest unit of sound that can change the meaning of a word.
The Vowel Sounds
The Consonant Sounds
Syllable Stress
Without Jumping to Conclusions
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If we consider sounds made simply by the letter 'a' for instance, in the word 'apple' – it's /ae/, in 'car' – it's /a:/, in amount – it's /a/, and so on. This, consequently, makes English a non-phonetic language, which means that the pronunciation of a word is not... [Read more]
Mastering the Language of Healing: The Vitality of Teaching Medical English Abroad - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Learning English as a foreign language in healthcare has become increasingly common and essential due to globalization and the growing demand for healthcare professionals in diverse settings. This article emphasizes the significance of teaching Medical English and highlights the need for qualified instructors with a medical background.
The Impact of Language Proficiency in Healthcare
Developing Students' Language Proficiency
Incorporating Authentic Materials
Cultural Competence in Healthcare
Advancement Opportunities for Healthcare Workers
Conclusion
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Memes as Learning Material for the Language Learner - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
There are many tools a teacher of language can use to impart important aspects of the target language like grammar and vocabulary to their students. For example, writing keywords on the board from a text may be a useful way to highlight important words or key information for learners. Furthermore, worksheets can be particularly helpful with grammar exercises, allowing students a lot of repetition and free-hand practice with the language point.
Memes as a Tool
What are Memes?
Activate Phase
Who to Teach With Memes?
Useful or Not?
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Differences Between Mother Tongue and a Second Language - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Anyone who has tried to learn a language as a second language is likely to express at some stage or another how difficult it is. We speak of absorbing our first language and having to work hard for our second. We will often look towards those who have learned more than one language at the same time, bilingual for example, as being lucky and that the path was easier for them. So, is the first language easier to learn and why, and can we use those techniques to learn or teach a second language?
Language of Our Close Environment
Artificial Process
Which Language is Easier to Learn?
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TEFL Other Europe - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ English Language And Literature Teacher
Date posted:2024-04-17 | Writer: CLIP - The Oporto International School | Email: [email protected]
CLIP – The Oporto International School, accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS), was established in 1990 and has approximately 1200 students, aged 3 to 18, from 50+ different countries. All students have an education that upholds the highest academic standards within a globally-minded learning culture. CLIP fosters an innovative, challenging and nurturing environment for learning, where each child is encouraged to develop their unique talents. CLIP follows the EYFS, an adapted National Curriculum for England, the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum and Cambridge AS and A2 studies.
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TEFL Greece - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Language School English Teacher
Date posted:2024-03-29 | Writer: CHRANIOTI LANGUAGE SCHOOLS | Email: [email protected]
Are you passionate about teaching English as a second language? We are hiring a dedicated English teacher to join our team in Néa Smýrni, Attiki, Greece.
Qualifications
Proficiency in English language teaching (TEFL/TESOL)
Experience teaching English as a second language
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to create engaging and effective lesson plans
Familiarity with technology is a definite plus
Benefits
Excellent working environment
Opportunities for growth and advancement
If you are enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of our learners and thrive in a supportive work environment, we want to hear from you!
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The Benefits of a TEFL Certification for English Language Educators - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
A TEFL course, otherwise known as "Teaching English as a Foreign Language," is an essential educational component for any foreign language educator who wishes to teach English in their own country or to non-native students living abroad ("What's the Difference Between CELTA and TEFL?" 2019). To be certified to teach English as a foreign language, a language educator possess at least a TEFL or TESOL certification, with a degree of practical, in-class teaching experience. The most prestigious TEFL courses, such as CELTA (Cambridge English Teaching Language Assessment), are accredited, which means their curriculum has been reviewed and accepted by international committees to ensure that they meet local, national, or international language standards. Most... [Read more]