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Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The purpose of my essay is to outline some of the most frequently occurred pronunciation mistakes made by Russian learners and share some of the teaching ideas based on a few sources and my own experience of teaching and learning English as a foreign and second language. State of the Problem Russian Phonetics vs. English Phonetics Choice of Activities Vowel Sounds Are you ready to teach English to ESL students? Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Olga R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teaching English phonology and pronunciation for Russian learners is always challenging as there are a great number of differences rather than similarities in the...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences I've taken four years of college Russian. Throughout my time at my university, I learned a few things about both learning and teaching a language that have helped me become a better ESL teacher. Creating a Comfortable Classroom Environment The teacher doesn't know everything. Using a Variety of Teaching Aids and Materials Always Be Respectful and Use the Right Language Listen to this blog post Are you ready to teach English abroad? Related Articles: This post was written by our ITTT graduate Leif O. One crucial aspect of learning a language is making sure that everyone in the class is comfortable. While this is true with young learners, this is especially true for adults. Adults don't want to make mistakes. Business professionals have devoted their...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! An informal contraction is a word made of two words that are put together and then made shorter, or simply making two words into one. Let's take a look at these below.   The word contract means to combine and make smaller. Therefore, a contraction is a word made of two words that are put together and then made shorter, or simply making two words into one. Contractions are structure words that are reduced or shortened, e.g. I will = I’ll; can not = can’t.   In this post, we are focusing on "informal" contractions. These are words that people use when speaking casually. They are not exactly slang, but are grammatically not correct.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The following blog post is about an ITTT graduate who shares his story on how learning Chinese helped him to become a better English teacher in China. What do you call someone who speaks only one language? "My insights into their language and culture were incredibly helpful." "Many Chinese are anxious about speaking English with natives - more so than is to be considered normative." "The best ESL teachers are the ones with experience with the native language of their students." Listen to this blog post Now it's your turn to get TEFL certified! Related Articles: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joseph S. A common saying imparted to me by one of my professors goes like this: "What do you call someone who speaks three languages?...  [Read more]

William Noble Destinations Teaching Ideas I have been an online ESL teacher to Chinese students for over 13 years, mostly with primary students but also with secondary and adult students. I am also a father and have homeschooled my daughter over her primary years. Like many teachers, I've enjoyed teaching at this level of education as it lays the foundation in English. As it set the foundation, my teaching helped students to overcome common errors in production skills, speaking and writing. Teaching both my daughter and Chinese students at the primary level also helped me also to understand the different expectations between first language and second language students. Speaking Errors Phonetics Dark L Aspiration Consonant Clusters Suprasegmentals Intonation Psychology Writing Errors...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences In this blog post, we will look at 8 common mistakes made by applicants in their applications for ESL teaching positions. Watch the video about this topic We are going to look at eight of the biggest mistakes to avoid when applying for an ESL teaching job. 1. Follow the instruction given about how to apply 2. Proofread your Application before sending 3. Not attaching a cover letter. 4. Not addressing the letter to a person. 5. Applying in a country where you don't meet the requirements. 6. Applying for a job you're not qualified for. 7. Not providing proof of English proficiency if you're a non-native speaker. 8. Not attaching a photo. Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check out what our course grads...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun Christmas Mad Libs game that's perfect for ESL students of all ages to enjoy! Use for class parties or holiday get-togethers!   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun mad libs activity for your ESL students about New Year's resolutions.     Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Who doesn't love mad libs? This free printable is perfect to create fun stories around Thanksgiving. Hand it out to your students and have them fill in the gaps.   Hand the sheet out to your students. To play, have your students fill in the form with whatever words they like. When they are done, you can do a story time where every student can read one setence of the story and reveal the word they chose for the blank.  Mad libs generates a lot of fun and laughter in the classroom and also lets you students be creative and practice their vocabulary.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a fun Mother's Day mad libs worksheet to share a laugh with your ESL students on this special day.   Hand the sheet out to your students. To play, have your students fill in the form with whatever words they like. When they are done, you can do a story time where every student can read one setence of the story and reveal the word they chose for the blank.  Mad libs generates a lot of fun and laughter in the classroom and also lets you students be creative and practice their vocabulary.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!   The majority of singular nouns are made plural simply by adding an S on to the end of the word. However, there are many different rules depending on what letter the word ends in.   A plural noun is a word that is used to indicate that there is more than one person, animal, place, thing, or idea etc. The majority of singular nouns are made plural simply by adding an S on to the end of the word. However, there are many different rules depending on what letter the word ends in. There are also many irregular nouns that don’t follow the rules and these need to be learned and memorized. The rules every EFL teacher needs to know so they can teach their students effectively are: 1 To make regular nouns plural, add ‑s to...  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! Who doesn't love mad libs? This free printable is perfect to create fun stories around autumn season. Hand it out to your students and have them fill in the gaps.   Hand the sheet out to your students. To play, have your students fill in the form with whatever words they like. When they are done, you can do a story time where every student can read one setence of the story and reveal the word they chose for the blank.  Mad libs generates a lot of fun and laughter in the classroom and also lets you students be creative and practice their vocabulary.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

  Chase from the US joined the in-class TEFL/TESOL course in Phuket, Thailand, to start a career in teaching English overseas. He is certain he made the right choice in coming to Phuket and joining our in-class training center. He was very impressed with the local training staff and how quickly he picked up the different teaching methodologies and classroom management components. He also enjoyed spending a month in Thailand, one of the most exciting countries in the region. He is excited to apply for positions in teaching English overseas. Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! This is a worksheet to practice reported speech (or indirect speech) focusing on the verbs and the change in the time words. Students need to be aware of what each tense changes into and the changes that must be made to the time words.   Register now & get certified to teach english abroad!  [Read more]

The Philippines is one of the most popular vacation destinations in Southeast Asia and it attracts millions of tourists to its many islands every year. The country is also a popular location for teaching EFL as English is an official language that is used extensively in business, government and the media. If you plan on living and working in the Philippines, the following guides should provide some useful information for before and during your stay. You will find all kinds of subjects covered, including the country’s culture and customs, local cuisine, must-see destinations and Filipino languages. SOURCE: foursquare . com/v/philippines/53110e9ce4b03443dd8484c0 Register now & get certified to teach english abroad! SOURCE: blog . giftbasketsoverseas ....  [Read more]

While significant strides have been made in LGBTQ+ rights in many countries, teachers from this community planning to teach abroad may still face some challenges. Certain popular teaching destinations might not openly discuss sexual orientation and gender identity, and in some places, homosexuality is still criminalized. Therefore, it is important to familiarize yourself with the conditions in your preferred countries to ensure your overseas teaching journey is safe and fulfilling. Here, we highlight a few countries that stand out as welcoming places for LGBTQ+ English teachers. Spain Germany Uruguay Argentina Thailand Taiwan Known for its liberal outlook and commitment to equal rights, Spain is a favored destination for teaching English abroad. Legalizing same-sex marriage in the early...  [Read more]

hello everybody so lisa's here and i'm super glad to um welcome you to today's session i'm excited that um it didn't take long uh after the previous one and by the way if you didn't see uh the previous lifestyle i strongly recommend you to do that because um last week we discussed uh teaching in china and i know that many people are interested in going abroad to teach and to discover new cultures so if you want uh to know a little bit more about it um just feel free to check out the previous life and today we are actually going to talk about a slightly different approach to teaching which is online teaching uh it is also super valuable and uh today's session uh will will take approximately 45 minutes so we'll cover um first we'll cover um some of the teaching modes in online teaching...  [Read more]

Teaching English in schools and language centers is an extremely popular way to earn a good living while experiencing life in different parts of the world. In recent years more and more people have also taken advantage of the huge worldwide demand for the English language by teaching English online from within their home country. Whether you would prefer the adventure of teaching overseas or the convenience of working from home, Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is a realistic option for anyone who has a good standard of written and spoken English. If you have already conducted some research regarding teaching English abroad or online you might have come across the suggestion that a full degree is required in order to secure a good quality teaching position. However, this is...  [Read more]

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Reach To Teach is ESL Teacher Placement Agency placing thousands of happy native English teachers into schools around the world. Whether you are looking for a government teaching program or want to work at a private language school, the professional recruiters from Reach To Teach can help you make the right decision and find a suitable teaching position in your desired location! Reach To Teach places teachers into the following regions. If you want to teach English in China and immerse yourself in Chinese culture and learn Mandarin Chinese, teaching with Reach To Teach is the perfect opportunity for you. Reach To Teach currently works with many exciting young learner, adult, and online schools for teachers that want to teach in China. Your salary as an English teacher in China will be...  [Read more]

EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language and is to almost all purposes the same as ESL, English as a Second Language. These two are also equivalent to ESOL which means, English to Speakers of Other Languages. For each of these terms, when we talk about the teaching of them, we add a ?T' to the front of each acronym and hence we arrive at the terms TEFL, TESL and TESOL. As they are basically the same we will refer to just one from here on, TEFL for the Teaching of English as a Foreign Language and EFL for English as a Foreign Language. TEFL qualifications Onsite courses Online courses Combined courses Teaching jobs Almost all TEFL teaching positions require a minimum qualification of a 100 to 120-hour TEFL certification. Courses provided to cover this certification are usually...  [Read more]

hi everyone hello here's linda again from itt and today we're talking about something really really interesting and exciting teaching english in asia and all you need to know how to get to asia the best countries in asia where to teach with the highest demand and also the best sort of recruiters and teaching job platforms where you can find the best jobs for teaching english in asia and i'm super excited about this topic today um i myself i've been uh pretty much based in asia since 2012 2013-ish and um i spent some time in china and um i also and now i'm actually in south korea and i've been here already for a while so it's gonna be six years soon and um so i'm so excited to share my experience with you guys and hopefully maybe some of you can also share your experience if you have...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Visa and Legal Destinations Mexico is a popular destination for many teachers due to its immense job market and seemingly limitless opportunities for those with a TEFL certification. On top of that, it is possible for most teachers to secure a work visa, making it a very attractive location for those seeking a stable career teaching English abroad. Moreover, Mexico does not require its teachers to possess a four-year degree and non-native English speakers can also secure a good quality position. If you are interested in teaching in an exciting location in Latin America, here's how to obtain a work visa to teach English in Mexico. Requirements for a Work Visa in Mexico Visa Application Process for Teaching English in Mexico Waiting for Your Visa to Get Approved Getting...  [Read more]

Teaching English online has become increasingly popular in recent years. One reason for this is the rapid growth in demand for TEFL qualified teachers around the world, particularly in areas where in-class training options are hard to come by. More and more teachers are deciding to go for the online teaching lifestyle as it allows them to set their own working hours and teach from anywhere they choose. Teaching English online provides a great deal of freedom that is perfect for anyone who wants a change from the normal 9-to-5 routine. Teaching English online is a rapidly expanding area of the TEFL market. It is even suggested that beyond 2020 there may be more people learning English online worldwide than face-to-face in a classroom setting. By choosing one of our popular course packages...  [Read more]

Prachi and Morgan from AlienEating Destinations Alumni Experiences Teaching. It's frustrating, exhausting, and a whole lot of kid wrangling. City Teaching Rural Teaching Related Articles: It's also rewarding, eye-opening and will give you more patience than you ever thought possible. I had no idea how much went into this job. One day when I'm in Forbes 30 Under 30, I'm going to personally send a tower of Ferrero Rocher to every teacher in the world. This job is a huge responsibility and it's more difficult than I ever imagined. I urge everyone to dip a toe into the teaching world at least once. I've taught English in South Korea for two years now in both the open countryside and bustling city. It may not seem like there's too much of a difference, but there are a few things to keep in...  [Read more]

Teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) offers multifaceted benefits. Firstly, it presents an opportunity to profoundly impact students' futures, enabling them to elevate their job prospects and support their families. The adventure of teaching overseas attracts many, and with a TEFL qualification, the world becomes your potential workplace. Beyond career opportunities, teaching EFL bolsters students' confidence, paving the way for their academic and professional achievements. Choosing this path means embracing travel, enriching lives, gaining invaluable experiences, and witnessing the transformative power of education firsthand. Ultimately, the fulfillment derived from watching students attain their aspirations creates lasting memories. Teaching EFL allows you to travel Teaching EFL...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas There is a wide variety of TEFL and TESOL courses available worldwide, from online courses to intensive in-class courses. Regardless of the type of certification taken, graduates of these courses will find a huge range of teaching opportunities available to them. Here, we will consider some of the many different teaching situations that you may find yourself in. These range from Kindergarten teaching to teaching English (ESL) courses to university students, and we suggest some of the main roles you will have for each. Young Learners Business English General English (schools and language centers) English for Specific Purposes Academic English Kindergarten Conclusion Are you ready to teach English as a foreign language? Related Articles: Check...  [Read more]

If you have already graduated from one of our TEFL certification courses and have yet to decide on where you would like to teach, or you are thinking about signing up for a course and are looking for an insight into the most popular teaching destinations, then the following guides might provide some welcome inspiration. Below you will find dozens of countries from all corners of the world where there are plenty of good opportunities for teaching EFL. Click on the countries that interest you to access a wide range of travel tips, country facts and other useful information. South Korea is one of the most popular destinations in the world for teaching English as a foreign language as it offers an exciting culture, beautiful natural scenery and a multitude of EFL jobs with high salaries and...  [Read more]

Whether you are just looking to earn some extra cash during a gap-year or are planning a more serious move into the world of education, teaching English as a foreign language has many benefits. The demand for TEFL qualified teachers is continually growing in many parts of the world and opportunities for making teaching a career are abundant. Also, if you decide that it is time to head back home, there are many directions in which your overseas teaching experience can take you. Are TEFL teachers in demand in English speaking countries? Are TEFL teachers in demand in China? Are TEFL teachers in demand elsewhere in Asia? Are TEFL teachers in demand in Europe? Are TEFL teachers in demand in Latin America? Can I make a long-term career out of TEFL? What qualifications do I need to make...  [Read more]

Before delving into the specifics of conducting one-to-one lessons, we need to be mindful of certain preliminary steps essential for effective lesson planning. Initially, you must assess your student's English proficiency level. This is usually achieved through a level test. The level test typically begins with a verbal conversation to gauge the general competency level of the student. English proficiency is often categorized on a five-point scale: A basic level test could involve asking progressively complex questions to pinpoint the level at which the student begins to struggle. Once the level test is completed, the next step is a needs analysis. This process aims to ascertain why the student is learning English, as needs will vary among learners. Younger students might seek to enhance...  [Read more]