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What Are The Qualities that Make ESL Teachers Good? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
I would like to start by first explaining what means to teach, which by a vague definition is to cause the student to learn and acquire the knowledge that is taught in the classroom to meet all the objectives that are previously set by the institution and by the teacher. In other words, the process of teaching is formulated and organized in such a psychological and educational way for both the learner and the teacher to be able to attain some prearranged goals.
Teaching Profession
Teacher's Uniqueness
Are there Good Teachers?
English as a Subject
Learning Types
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The Most Important Qualities in TEFL Teaching - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teaching offers the chance to change other people's lives permanently for the better. As a teacher, you can help develop someone's subject of knowledge and/or their mind and personality. Teachers are instruments that ignite powerful thoughts in students, helping them unleash their true potential. In addition to being knowledgeable in their area of expertise and having the ability to plan and execute lesson plans, to be an effective and successful teacher you need to possess some personal emulateable skills. To bring a long-term impact in the lives of your students, it's important to have the following qualities;
COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION SKILLS
SELF-DISCIPLINE
CREATIVE
PATIENCE
CONFIDENCE
SELF-MOTIVATED
ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
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The 10 Crucial Skills for ESL Teachers to Develop in 2022 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Personal Qualities an English Teacher Should Possess - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Every teacher wants to be good and effective when it comes to teaching, but what exactly are the qualities that make a good teacher? Are there specific characteristics, talents, and skills that a teacher needs to learn and acquire to be called a good and effective teacher?
Teaching Myths
Teaching Style and Important Qualities
1. Knowledge of the Subject
2. Being Approachable
3. Being Caring
4. Being Respectful
5. Being Passionate
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What Personal Qualities are Important for an English Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
A teacher's personal qualities play a huge role in the success of their students! One of the best things I learned from this course was what makes a good teacher, and what a good teacher needs to be aware of when teaching EFL. Depending on whom you ask or what website you look at, you will get different thoughts and opinions on the qualities an English teacher needs to have. In this essay I am going to talk about the personal traits I believe are the most important and why.
Care
Motivate
Manage
Organize
Ask
Treat and Encourage
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What Makes You a Good Teacher? - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The role of a teacher is to help students acquire knowledge so that eventually, they can be competent in understanding and communicating in English. A good teacher is a successful teacher. The success or failure of a teacher lies not only on his/her teaching styles, but more importantly, the learning of the students. To a certain extent, the personality of the teacher may affect the learning of his/her students, but what is more indispensable is the relationship between the teacher and the students. A non-threatening relationship with the students can help to build the students' interests in learning, and create an atmosphere that is conducive and light-hearted for learning. A good teacher is also a responsible teacher who takes time in planning and... [Read more]
Personal Qualities That are Important for English Teachers - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
The personal qualities of a teacher are the characteristics of an individual. These attributes and traits are what make up their personality. Personal qualities are what make a person unique, allow them to navigate a new situation, make new friends and possible connections, or work through conflict or tensions. Important personal qualities for English teachers include listening and being a good listener, thoughtfulness, being personable, timeliness, and adaptability.
Biased attitude toward native speakers
Kindness and patience
Personal learning experience
An ability to listen and understand
Teacher's roles
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The 3 Basic Functions of a Good Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teachers play a number of very important roles in the education process. Education forms a significant part of everyone's lives as it can contribute directly towards future possibilities and the roles we can play in society. This essay will discuss three of the most important roles played by teachers. The first is the role is that of a facilitator of learning and education, the second role is that of the role model, and the final is the role of the mentor and motivator.
1. Educator
2. Role Model
3. Mentor
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Top 10 Qualities Every Great Teacher Should Have - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information
We admire them and now we want to be them but what are those fundamental qualities that make teachers so great? Drawing on decades of experience of working with TEFL teachers across the globe, we have listed the top 10 qualities every great teacher should have below.
1. They're glowing and inspiring.
2. They plan it all out.
3. They are patient.
4. They are challengers.
5. They are creative.
6. They are great talkers.
7. They know their stuff.
8. They are flexible and adaptable.
9. They show and receive respect.
10. They are professional.
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Commitment, Patience and Other Important Qualities any Teacher Has to Possess - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Good communication skills, I can say this is an important quality someone can be so educated but communication skill zero so the education can be useless. Communication skills like visual, nonverbal, verbal by using body language, speaking and so many more. The biggest part of the classroom is communication. Also explaining well if there are activities or assignments and also a good teacher through communication will know which student does not understand and will make an effort to talk to the student and help him or her individually.
Ability to build rapport
Planning skills
Personal interest and love
Minding boundaries
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How Good Classroom Management Depends On Exemplary Teacher Behavior - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
When a class is managed well, there is a minimum of disruptions that distract from learning. This is more of an issue in a class for children, as opposed to adults. Nevertheless, in all classes, maintaining the comportment of the group to facilitate learning is the objective of sound classroom management techniques. Furthermore, it is also important to develop cordial and friendly relations with learners on an individual basis, and with the class as a whole. Having a rapport with students, and creating a classroom community that is based on shared rules and norms that are understood and reasonable for everybody, is an essential part of classroom management. When accomplished, this creates a classroom culture that students feel safe and welcome in. This... [Read more]
What Makes an Excellent EFL Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
If English held no promise of greater opportunity, there would be little reason for a non-native speaker to bother with it. After all, to most of the world, it is a hegemonic foreign language that delights in disobeying its own rules and depicts its non-speakers as the exotic and sometimes less civilized other. If one's native tongue alone could grant unlimited opportunity and unrestricted global mobility, then there would be no reason to learn any other language, least of all one as complicated and othering as English.
International Language
Opportunities
Motivation
Love and Interest
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Where can I teach English without a TEFL certificate? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
What qualities and qualifications do employers of ESL teachers look for? First we need to say that there are no hard and fast rules to answer this question. There are a huge range of requirements worldwide, depending on the country, type of school, nature of the job, type of contract and so forth. The information given here is therefore general.
There are a number of generally recognized requirements that employers are looking for from their teachers. You may need one, two, three or all of the following to get any particular job. It is unlikely you will find a job without any of these:
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Managing a Class as a Foreign EFL Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
When it comes to managing a class, a teacher must be prepared to face many different challenges. This can be especially true for a teacher in classrooms abroad. In addition to teaching a subject, a foreign teacher may also have to worry about the cultural or social norms of a country they may be unaccustomed to, and other problems might arise from language barriers. An EFL teacher can better manage a classroom if they prepare for these in advance, and utilize the appropriate behaviors and routines while running the classroom.
The Importance of Planning Classes
Setting up Goals
Cultural Habits
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Synonym Words for GREAT - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here are some great synonyms for the word "great" that will make your writing and essays more interesting.
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Top 10 Cities in Europe with the Highest Demand for English Language Teachers - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Destinations
While many people wanting to teach English abroad move to countries in Asia or Latin America, Europe is also a popular destination that cannot be ignored. Despite stricter visa regulations and tougher job markets for teachers, there are still many places in all parts of Europe that have a need for foreign teachers. Here are the top 10 cities in Europe with the highest demand for English language teachers.
Madrid - El Foro, The Forum of Spain
Prague - The City of a Hundred Spires
Rome - The Eternal City
London - The Royal City
Paris - The City of Love
Lisbon - City With a Future
Budapest - The Pearl of the Danube
Athens - The City of the Violet Crown
Istanbul - The Second Rome
Moscow - City of the Tsars
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Teaching English WITHOUT A Degree: Yes, You CAN! - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
There are plenty of good options open to teachers without a high-level qualification - let's take a look at how you can teach English abroad or online WITHOUT a degree! #TEFL#BestTEFL #TeachEnglishAbroad Are you ready to teach English abroad or online? Click here and get started today: bit.ly/37gs5vO What is TEFL Certification? Where is it valid: bit.ly/36ma2Fg Check out our wide range of TEFL Courses: bit.ly/3ltqt73 Teach English online from anywhere you want: bit.ly/3ltqEPL
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Who can do a TEFL course? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
Around the world there are always a huge number of EFL teaching jobs waiting to be filled which means there are potential opportunities for almost everyone. So what qualifications, background or characteristics do you require to take a TEFL course?
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How important are English language skills when taking a TEFL course?
How important are academic qualifications when taking a TEFL course?
Are there any age restrictions when taking a TEFL course?
Are there any restrictions to consider when looking for TEFL jobs?
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Review From Tesol Student In Chiang Mai 2 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Heinz from Germany has been an English teacher abroad for several years when he decided to take his in-class TEFL training in Chiang Mai. He spent some time in Thailand in the 1980s and thought it was a good idea to return and take the TESOL training course. He thought the course was well balanced with easy modules and more challenging ones. Even though he had been teaching for years, he was still able to pick up new things during the course and was also able to improve his existing teaching skills.
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English Teaching Qualities - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Teaching is a difficult occupation, Teachers play an essential part in training children, teenagers,... etc. although every great teacher has their own special, unique style, a good teacher must have some special qualities. Which are: knowledge, authority, confidence, empathy, sense of humor and passion.
Knowledge
Authority
Humor
Interest for work
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How do I get a job teaching English in Japan? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
To secure a position teaching English in Japan, a bachelor's degree and a TEFL certification with at least 120 hours are essential for obtaining a work visa. However, in certain circumstances, such as having a working holiday visa, student visa, spouse visa, or specific Japanese visas, teaching opportunities may still be accessible even without a degree.
Japan remains a prime choice for English educators, not only for its attractive salary packages but also for its unique blend of cutting-edge progress and rich historical traditions. If a blend of professional growth and cultural exploration is what you are after, Japan stands out as an ideal destination.
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How much can I earn teaching English in Argentina? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
In Argentina, English teachers can anticipate average monthly earnings between $600 and $1,200 USD. The demand for foreign English instructors is robust across the country, with Buenos Aires, the capital, standing out as the primary hub for ESL opportunities. Significant markets for ESL teachers can also be found in other major cities such as Cordoba, Rosario, Mendoza, and the beach resort of Mar del Plata.
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TEFL Canada - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ Teach Business English In Toronto Canada ann. 2
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Learnlight, a leading provider of blended language and skills training, is currently searching for an experienced Business English trainer in Toronto to deliver face-to-face language training for one of our corporate clients. Learnlight was founded in 2007 with a dream to bridge the gap between the disparate worlds of education and technology. Our obsession was, and continues to be, empowering talented trainers to create transformative learning experiences, because, at the end of the day, we think people are the real ‘killer app’. Since our early years as a digital start-up, we’ve worked with hundreds of clients around the globe. We have opportunities for online teaching as well as face-to-face.
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Tefl reviews - Evaluation And Testing/placement Tests - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
This video is part of our video series on "Evaluation and Testing of Students". In this video, we look at placement tests. This type of test is also referred to as a level test. Its goal is to find out the current level of the student tested. A placement test generally tests all four skills (reading, listening, writing and speaking) and progresses from easy to hard questions.
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The Roles and Responsibilities of an ESL Teacher - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teaching is a very crucial ingredient in education for without the term "Teaching" education would likely not have come to limelight. Teaching is, therefore, the act of transferring or imparting knowledge from a teacher to a learner, with carefully planned out modes of instruction to change a certain pattern or routine. Non-native speakers of other countries such as Russia, China, Iraq Etc may find it a little difficult to understand or learn the English language on their own. It is therefore through a TEFL teacher that their desires are fulfilled. In a nutshell, therefore, a teacher can be seen as one who educates or informs another person with the motive of changing something or giving the learner something new and positive.
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Tefl reviews - Tefl 120 Hour Course Unit 10 - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Unit 10 provides students with the opportunity to see two real English language classes in progress one effective and one not so effective. During this unit you will analyze the two lessons and gain an understanding of how your attitude as a teacher and the way you interact with your students affects their ability and motivation to learn.
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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Tefl reviews - Pronunciation And Phonology/phonemes - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
In this video we'll be looking at the international phonemic alphabet and how it's used in the classroom. There are other phonemic alphabets but this is the most popular and the system, which is most widely used. You may have seen some of these symbols before as any good dictionary will supplement standard English spellings with the phonemic spellings to aid in pronunciation practice. Here we have a situation where we have what are called phonemes and each phoneme represents a sound within the English language. How is this helpful? Well, what it does is help students understand how to say words rather than simply relying on the often archaic English spellings. To illustrate this point let's for a moment put ourselves in the shoes of our students when trying to understand how to say... [Read more]
The Real Meaning of Teaching Skills in the ESL Environment - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Alumni Experiences
Teaching skills do not only refer to lesson handouts and specific classroom ideas/techniques—although both are part of, and important to teach— but also cover qualities teachers should possess, and the various roles the instructor will (at some point) need to fill.
What makes a good instructor?
Motivation strategies
Roles of a teacher
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Tefl reviews - English Grammar Future Perfect Continuous Teaching Ideas Teach English Overseas - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
The future perfect continuous is not used a lot in everyday English usage. However, it does come up in when your EFL students get more advanced and if you plan to teach English overseas it is important to have an understanding of the less frequently used tenses. As the future perfect continuous is not often used it can be a struggle to think up teaching ideas for it. The trainer in this video shows us one idea that can be used for the tense. For this activity the students conduct a survey to find out how long someone will have been doing something by a certain point in the future. For example: Student A: How long will you have been learning English by the end of next month? Student B: I will have been learning English for three years. To find a course that will help you to teach... [Read more]
Tefl reviews - Teaching English Esl Efl Tips/past Tenses Past Perfect Ideas - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
This video is part of our series on the past tenses in English. In this video, we take a look at the past perfect tense and suitable teaching ideas for this tense. We'll ask our students to describe what a person in a picture had just done before the photo was taken.
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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