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Past Simple Quiz - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a fun English ESL worksheet to practice the past simple tense for ESL students.
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ESL Winter Quiz - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This winter quiz is perfect for your winter-themed lesson to upper-elementary students.
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Quiz about Clothing and Fashion - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here is a fun quiz about clothing and fashion for your ESL lessons.
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Christmas Time Quiz Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Test your ESL students' knowledge on the holiday season with this Christmas worksheet.
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Adjectives and Adverbs Grammar Quiz - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This grammar quiz is perfect for ESL students practicing adjectives and adverbs in their ESL classes.
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Ireland, Wales and Scotland Quiz - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Start your students out on their geographical tour of the British Isles with this free, printable Ireland, Wales and Scotland quiz.
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Words You Can Use Writing About Scary Subjects - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Are you writing about Halloween? Here is a list of descriptive words verbs & nouns you can use when writing about scary subjects.
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Jobs and Work ESL Quiz - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This ESL quiz contains 14 questions about jobs and work to practice related vocabulary.
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Indefinite Pronouns - Grammar Quiz - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This grammar quiz is perfect for ESL students practicing indefinite pronouns in their ESL classes.
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St. Patrick's Day Quiz ESL Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here is a free St. Patrick’s Day Quiz for ESL learners covering the most important vocabulary words related to St. Patricks Day.
1. St. Patrick's Day is celebrated on the 17th of March.
2. St. Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland.
3. St. Patrick was born in Wales.
4. People say a pot of gold can be found at the end of a rainbow.
5. People wear green on St. Patrick's Day.
6. People say St. Patrick drove snakes out of Ireland.
7. A shamrock is a plant with three leaves that is considered to be a symbol of luck.
8. The colors of the Irish flag are green, white and orange.
9. Parades are held in cities around the world to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
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TEFL Breakdown - What Subjects Will Your TEFL Course Cover? - TEFL Blog
Mark Crocker
TEFL Information
Whether you choose an online format or an in-class option for your TEFL certification course, the overall goal is to provide you with all the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective teacher in your post-course classroom. But what exactly are the skills and knowledge you will learn? While the exact content may vary from course to course, here we break down some of the general topics that you are likely to study.
The Role of the Teacher
Classroom Management
Lesson Planning
Teaching Strategies
Pronunciation
Testing
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The Importance of Games in the Classroom - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
"Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play, children learn how to learn." O. Fred Donaldson (Pulitzer nominated author, and renowned play researcher).
Traditional Approach
Two Styles of Teaching
Effects of Game Play
What Games to Use?
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In a traditional school, students are expected to study the lesson from the book and from what the teacher discussed. It is a straight discussion without activities, and evaluation is through worksheets. They could only play games after school hours. Nowadays, schools... [Read more]
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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English Pronouns Grammar Crossword Puzzle - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a great crossword puzzle to practice the different kinds of pronouns (possessive adjectives and pronouns, subject and object pronouns) with your ESL students.
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Possessive Pronouns Test - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Here's a useful ESL grammar test around the subject of possessive pronouns. You can use this test after teaching possessive pronouns in your EFL class.
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Roles a Teacher has to Possess to Help Students Love English - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
"A man doesn't learn to understand anything unless he loves it" Goethe
Accessor
Observer
Role model
Guide
Participant
Assistant and motivator
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The role of the teacher is very important in our lives. A good teacher provides us with knowledge, motivation, and encouragement while creating interest in his subject. He cares about his students and demonstrates patience. An experienced teacher knows what role or roles to take during his lesson. The most important role is the role of an organizer. The teacher instructs the class through daily activities. He may also split students into pairs for role-playing or encourage mill drill exercise, where students come to each other, ask... [Read more]
TEFL TESOL Courses: Course Topics - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
By choosing an online TEFL certification course you are in no way compromising on the theory of English language teaching as they cover a wide range of essential topics. Our most popular course, the 120-hour TEFL certification, includes in-depth units on all the main subjects you need to know about before you start your first teaching job. A great deal of coverage is given to English grammar subjects and how to teach them in the classroom. These include the tense system, conditionals, modals, passive voice and much more. Initially these subjects can seem a little scary, but there is nothing to fear as our high-quality materials will guide you safely through each topic. Another very important part of teacher training is classroom management skills. Regardless of the age or... [Read more]
Why are TEFL teachers important? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
TEFL teachers hold a unique and vital role in global education. While all educators contribute immensely, TEFL teachers address the specific challenges of teaching English as a second or foreign language. Their specialized training equips them to effectively teach in environments where English isn't the primary language, helping learners overcome linguistic barriers and bridging cultural divides. Their importance stems from their ability to foster communication and understanding in our increasingly interconnected world.
Working knowledge vs Formal Knowledge
What are the training options to become a TEFL teacher?
Types of employment
Summary
Globalized industry has led to an explosion of the use of English as the lingua franca. This trend looks as though it will continue in the near future.... [Read more]
What does a TEFL course teach you? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
A TEFL course equips individuals with the essential skills to effectively teach the English language, regardless of whether they are native speakers. While simply knowing the language was once deemed sufficient, it is now widely recognized that successful teaching requires a structured approach. A TEFL course covers methodologies to teach English language skills, lesson planning for diverse learners, refreshing English grammar concepts, and techniques to enhance classroom engagement. Simply put, it is designed to transform a native or non-native English speaker into a proficient English language instructor.
English grammar and how to teach it
Lesson planning and the ESA method
Classroom management
Evaluation and testing
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Where to teach English Online: Best Websites to Teach on for Both Native and Non-Native Speakers - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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]
Teach with no Degree - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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.
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Reach To Teach Recruiting - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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]
How to teach EFL - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
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
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How to teach English in Asia - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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]
How to Obtain a Work Visa to Teach English in Mexico - TEFL Blog
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
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Teach English Online - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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]
Teaching English in South Korea - Should You Teach in the Countryside or City?
Prachi and Morgan from AlienEating
Destinations Alumni Experiences
Teaching. It's frustrating, exhausting, and a whole lot of kid wrangling.
City Teaching
Rural Teaching
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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.
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Why should I teach EFL? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
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
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What will I have to teach my ESL students? - TEFL Blog
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
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