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Minh Huy Hoang Visa and Legal Destinations TEFL Information Discover essential tips for aspiring TESOL teachers looking to excel in Vietnam. From certifications to cultural insights and job search strategies, learn how to navigate the unique landscape of teaching English in Vietnam for a rewarding and successful experience. Linda Dunsmore Visa and Legal TEFL Information Discover the unique advantages and opportunities of teaching English abroad at age 40 and beyond. Uncover the global demand, cultural sensitivity, and lifelong learning experiences awaiting you in this exciting teaching journey. Linda Dunsmore Visa and Legal Destinations TEFL Information Alumni Experiences It’s not fair to have to consider LGBTQ travel destinations based on your sexuality - but that’s the...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Unlock a world of opportunities in Business English education with our comprehensive guide. Learn how to get certified, refine your resume, find the best teaching jobs, and succeed as a freelance teacher. Join us as we explore the dynamic field of Business English instruction. Federico Riva Budget and Salary TEFL Information Teaching Ideas One area that often causes unnecessary stress when planning to teach English abroad is ensuring you have all the documents you will need to make the move. This live session will cover the process so that nothing stands in the way of your dream! Federico Riva Budget and Salary Destinations TEFL Information Are you interested in teaching English in Europe? TEFL expert Linda from...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Budget and Salary If saving some of your earnings while teaching English abroad is important to you there are a few things you can do to help make it happen. Have a look at these simple tips that range from where in the world to teach to where to do your shopping. Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Are you looking to pay off college debt or simply save a substantial amount while teaching English abroad? Here are the best regions for TEFL teachers to earn the highest salaries.  [Read more]

Anastasiia Ovchinnikova Visa and Legal Budget and Salary Destinations Alumni Experiences Are you considering China as a TEFL destination? Read our TEFL expert's story to find out where to go - a small town or big city - to enjoy your stay in this beautiful country most. Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Japan has been a popular destination for teaching English abroad for many years. This is mainly due to the country's vibrant culture, the great food and friendly locals. Japan has a lot to offer and it can be overwhelming to find the ideal city to move to. This post looks at the 10 best cities in Japan for teaching English abroad. Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Vietnam is one of the most popular destinations for EFL teaching in the world. If you are...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun gap fill worksheet for the lyrics of the song "Last Christmas" by Wham.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Hong Kong is a popular destination for EFL teachers from across the world. If you are interested in joining the thousands of English teachers in the city, check out this guide on salary and budget for a teacher living in Hong Kong. Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Taiwan is a popular destination for EFL teachers from across the world. If you are interested in joining the thousands of English teachers in the country, check out this guide on salary and budget for a teacher living in Taiwan. Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations Mexico is one of the largest EFL markets in the world. If you are interested in joining the thousands of English teachers in the country, check out this guide on salary and budget for a...  [Read more]

International TEFL and TESOL Training, in conjunction with TEFL International, provides internationally recognised and accredited TEFL courses in a wide variety of interesting and exotic locations, right around the world. At ITTT we are proud of our in-class TEFL certification courses and what we are able to achieve in four short weeks of training. The majority of our trainees arrive with no prior knowledge or experience of teaching English, yet by the end of the course they leave us feeling confident in their ability to take on teaching positions in countries all over the world. Please click on the following links for further detailed information relating to our courses: Please click on the links below for further information about our individual course locations. Or click here below if...  [Read more]

Absolutely. Whether you are fresh out of high school or university, or seeking a break from a routine job, a gap year offers a unique opportunity for self-discovery and growth. Teaching English abroad during this time can be incredibly rewarding. Not only does it allow you to immerse yourself in a new culture, but it also provides valuable work experience and a chance to impact others positively. As you navigate this journey, you will gain introspection, cherish present experiences, and set clearer visions for your future. So, considering a gap year to teach English can be one of the most enriching decisions you make. Why should you teach English abroad during your gap year? How should I prepare for my gap year? How do I find a suitable TEFL job? What about teaching English online? What...  [Read more]

We offer a world-renowned TEFL/TESOL certification course that equips you for the professional task of teaching English overseas, or in your home country. Our TEFL certification courses last for four weeks in a variety of exciting sites around the world, and have a very practical emphasis. There is no need to speak any language other than English, as our courses concentrate on training you to teach English with the international standard communicative approach - where English is the only language used in the classroom. Our TEFL certification courses are certainly demanding; however, we do everything within our power to encourage TEFL students to pass the course and to promptly acquire a teaching job abroad. 1 Teaching Practice This is the most practical and fundamental area of any TEFL...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a great way to prepare students for their beginner's speaking and listening exam.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Chongqing GEM Business Information Consulting Co., Ltd has opportunities available at training centres in Chongqing. GEM was founded in March 2011 and since then we have become one of the most influential service platforms for foreign nationals in the southwest of China. Our company is centrally located downtown in Yuzhong district, Chongqing, China. We specialize in providing professional information consultation for document application (work permit, residence permit of foreigners in China); Business agency (establishment of overseas-funded enterprises); connections to local services, career placement services, and any other services needed by expats in Chongqing. We serve a multicultural client base encompassing mature, emerging and developing markets. Our clients range from large...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is an ESL worksheet with gap fill and vocabulary exercises from Dua Lipa's song "don't start now".   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a sheet for younger students to practice the basic prepositions. Have them put the right preposition in the gap and then color the sheet in.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

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 Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rebekah I. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas As we know in any case when we are going to teach a new language, it is really important to pay attention to some particular skills, that is the root of the language. Types of Skills Types of Reading Approach to Reading Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Gevorg S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. These skills are receptive skills and productive skills. Reading is one of the basic skills of learning a new language. And first of all, I would like to define reading. The process of reading a printed text louder or silently is called reading. For readers, it is important to know and understand the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Phonemics according to the Merriam Webster dictionary is a branch of linguistic analysis that consists of the study of phonemes. In other words, it could be explained as the study of the sound system of a given language and the analysis and classification of its phonemes. Phonemics awareness, on the other hand, is the ability to examine language independently to its meaning and to manipulate its component sound[1]. Difference between phonemes and phonics Universal way of acquiring a language Why phonemes are important? Correlation between phonemic awareness and spelling ability Teachers' Role Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lystra H. Please note that...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary Destinations The following guide will help you answer the question: How much can I earn (and save) while teaching English in Russia? You will also find information on the local cost of living in order to figure out how much to budget for when moving to Russia. Listen to this blog post: The Typical Salary for English Teachers in Russia How to Earn Extra Cash While Teaching English in Russia The Cost of Living in Russia Cost of Living in Russia: Food Cost of Living in Russia: Leisure Activities Cost of Living in Russia: Transportation Cost of Living in Russia: Travel in Russia and Beyond Sample Monthly Teacher Budget How Much You Can Save When Teaching English in Russia Are you ready to teach English in Russia? Related Articles: Check out what our course...  [Read more]

When interviewing for a TEFL position, it is essential to discern the professionalism and credibility of potential employers. Key questions to pose include: By strategically asking these questions, TEFL candidates can ensure they are aligning with reputable schools and positions that fit their career aspirations. What tasks will I be expected to undertake outside of normal teaching hours? What is teacher turnover like at the school? What kind of classes will I be teaching? What is the payment schedule? What teaching resources do you have? Don't forget to adjust your questions to suit each specific job! Exactly what is expected of teachers varies considerably from one school to the next. You may be expected to complete reports on your students, attend regular staff meetings,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Education and teaching are always changing. Thus, teachers are constantly thinking of new ideas and techniques they can implement in their classroom and teaching plan to more effectively educate their students. Presently, the notion of games within the classroom is widely popular among teachers. One may think that this relationship between games and learning is ironic, as most individuals classify games as a hindrance to education. However, through its engaging attributes, the tendency to boost class morale and motivation, and overall improvement within student's creativity, games in the classroom that inspire education are very effective when teaching. Engagement Power Attention-Grabbing Power Revision Applicability Ice Breaker Do you want to teach...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Productivity could be described as what someone or something creates or in other words produces. In the world of education, and reference to students, most tangible progress can be seen and heard through two specific means of production, the productive skills of speaking and writing. However, it is important to ask, how important are these productive skills? From the perspective of the teacher, they must understand that in the instances that individuals wish to converse with one another there is a cause, they have a purpose, a need to say something, a need to listen to something, or they are interested in what is being said. (ITTT, 2011) When a teacher can understand this, they can conjure and create a meaningful reason for a student to want to...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Alumni Experiences People say: "Children today, the world tomorrow ". So, what is child development and how do you develop foreign language abilities for children? What is Child Development? How do you develop foreign language abilities for children? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Anh P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Child development is the sequence of physical, language, thought and emotional changes that occur in a child from birth to the beginning of adulthood. During this process, a child progresses from dependency on their parents to increasing independence. At the same time, child development is...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences "Our lives gain meaning only when we tell our story". -David Steindl-Rast. In our case, stories not only add meaning to our lives in general but are very important in rendering language learning interesting and creative as our specific subject essay will demonstrate. Stories are an effective model for learning the English language through which we can develop the four language skills writing, speaking, listening, and reading. So why and how stories can enable us to effectively learn the English language? Why stories are so important for English learning in early childhood? How stories can be important for English learning in early childhood? Or how can we use them to develop the four language skills? Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL...  [Read more]

  As you would expect from one of the leading TEFL course providers in the business, ITTT enjoys a very strong presence across all the main social media platforms. You will find our Facebook community to be a major source of advice and information from our own expert team, as well as a virtual army of trainees and course graduates who use it to connect with other like minded people around the English teaching world. With over 100,000 followers, our Facebook page is a must visit resource for trainees and practicing teachers of all nationalities and backgrounds. You will also find us on other major platforms including YouTube where our channel contains a huge number of videos covering many aspects of TEFL. If you are looking for inspiration on how to teach English grammar points or...  [Read more]

  ESL Authority is an informational website designed to help make teaching abroad easy to understand no matter your nationality, degree, or experience. Founded by a former teacher, the website began as a resource for anyone interested in or currently teaching English abroad. The TEFL industry as a whole can be complicated and confusing, especially for someone looking to find their first job - ESL Authority was designed to make finding reliable information easy. The current version of ESL Authority offers users tips on finding a job via hiring guides, teaching resources and tips from the blog, and regularly updated jobs from the most popular teaching destinations in the world. Website: https://eslauthority.com/ Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ESLAuthority/ Youtube Channel:...  [Read more]

  If you want to find out more about TEFL courses and teaching English abroad before you sign up for a course, check out our free downloadable information packs. The ITTT brochure is a great place to start as it contains a wealth of information regarding our wide range of training courses, so you can make an informed decision about which one is the right fit for you and your future plans. Is an in-class TEFL course in a tropical location the best way for you to start your overseas teaching adventure, or would an online training course suit you better? Download the free brochure now to find out more. Once you have swotted up on our various TEFL course options, you should then take a look at our free e-guide to TEFL which covers the wider world of teaching English abroad. From the...  [Read more]

  If you want a one-stop shop for all things TEFL related, you should head over to the ITTT Blog where you will find a vast amount of interesting information. The blog contains all manner of fascinating posts from professional TEFL experts and our very own course graduates. You will find helpful tips on visas and work permits, salaries and budgets, and general TEFL course information. There is also a section on teaching locations that looks at many of the most popular destinations from a wide variety of angles, as well as some great teaching ideas that you can use to transform your own classroom into a modern, fun and productive environment. A large part of the blog is given over to our TEFL course graduates who take the time to write about their experiences of teaching English...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Look at the ship. What are the pirates doing? Fill in the gaps with the verbs in brackets. Use the Present Continuous. Then match the descriptions to the numbers in the picture.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Here's a useful word list with long vowel sounds to use with your ESL students.   Long vowel sound spelling patterns are quite difficult for students to learn. First they must understand that more than one letter can be used to represent one sound and then learn the various ways that the sound can be represented in print.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Studying and learning standard English grammar is an experience that most native speakers must also do. Furthermore, even after learning grammar in an English education system, many native speakers still make grammatical errors in their everyday conversations, and especially so when writing formal documents. Is clarity is over norms and rules? Is focusing on mistakes effective? Variations Do you want to teach English abroad? Take a TEFL course! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Natalie F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. However, grammatical errors such as saying, "I and my friend went to that movie," instead of "my friend and I," are still socially...  [Read more]

  Our Facebook page provides an important hub where our students and course graduates can connect with each other and share advice, tips and information on all aspects of TEFL. One of its many benefits is that it is made up of people from all nationalities and backgrounds so everyone should be able to find what they are looking for. Feel free to join our online community and put your questions, recommendations, and course reviews out there to not only find the answers that you are looking for, but also to help others like you to make the right choices to suit their situation and future teaching plans. Our Facebook page is also a great place to access other content, such as our webpage, YouTube channel, special offers, photos and much more. We currently have well over 100,000...  [Read more]