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Teaching ESL vs. EFL - What’s the difference? - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
ESL is English which is usually taught to students in an English speaking country. EFL is English which is taught to students in a foreign, non-English speaking country. As it is true of many European countries, where is common to learn to speak more than one foreign language. For these reasons ESL is typically the term used in the United States, an English-speaking nation, whereas EFL is more often the term of choice in countries where English is not the native language.
What's ESL? What's EFL?
Teaching ESL versus teaching EFL
ESL Students Need...
1. Hands-on English lessons suitable for their immediate needs.
2. Explicit cultural instruction.
3. Bridges towards integration.
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What's in My Egg ESL Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This Easter-themed ESL worksheet is interactive and helps your student with their writing skills.
Instructions for the teacher:
Prepare plastic eggs that can be opened for your students. Go thorugh the instructions with your students and also tell them to go through the instructions with their parents.
Instructions for the parents:
Your child has brought home a plastic egg. Please help your child choose something to place in the egg. Next, help your child write three clues that he or she will read to the class. The class will then have to guess what is tn your child's egg.
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You have a TEFL/TESOL certificate… now what? - TEFL Blog
Federico Riva
TEFL Information Teaching Ideas
Having gained your initial certification in ESL you will want to start thinking about how to develop your career. It is never too early to start this process and training and learning should be seen as a lifelong progression. There are many ways to enhance and develop your skills, a number of which are outlined below. The suggestions are not exhaustive and you should do further research to find further options.
Collaborative Learning and Professional Networks
Technology Integration and Digital Literacy
Reflective Portfolio and Documentation
Reflective Practice and Self-Assessment
Other teaching opportunities
Research and Classroom Innovations
Continuing Education and Advanced Certifications
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Older vs. Elder – What’s the Difference? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Older and elder are two similar sounding words that can sometimes be used incorrectly by both native and non-native English speakers. Let’s take a look at how they should be used correctly.
When teaching the English language you often come across words that sound and look similar. Sometimes these words can be used interchangeably to mean the same thing and sometimes they cannot. In this example older and elder can sometimes be used to say the same thing, but they have to be used differently.
The adjective old has a base form, a comparative form, and a superlative form: OLD, OLDER, and OLDEST.
Examples of the three forms:
These can all be used when talking about things and also people. For example:
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Specially vs. Especially - What's the Difference? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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In many situations, the two words "specially" and "especially" are used with the same meaning, but this is not always correct. Let's take a closer look at the difference between "specially" and "especially".
The word "specially" means 'for a particular reason' and is used with an adjective in the past participle form, for example:
The word "specially" means 'particularly' and it is used at the beginning of a phrase but never at the beginning of a whole sentence, for example:
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The Importance of a Lesson Plan and its Structure - TEFL Blog
Elizaveta Pachina
Teaching Ideas
Standing in front of a class, a teacher procrastinates by asking each student random questions and scribbling on the board, but something is wrong. The students seem restless and the teacher looks uncomfortable. The teacher then springs into action by quickly shuffling through a stack of papers on their desk while the students look around blankly at one another. Their attention is dwindling.
"By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail." - Benjamin Franklin
Misconception
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Study Abroad vs. Teaching Abroad - What's Better? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
hello good morning or good evening good afternoon good good whatever wherever you are hi my name is linda i'm from itt um welcome to another live session this week i'm super excited to be here today um and to talk about this interesting topic and before we jump in as always a short intro um please don't forget to like and subscribe if you are interested in interested in teaching english abroad online all things tefl and t-saul i highly recommend liking and subscribing um we are live on youtube and on facebook at the same time so if you haven't liked our page if you haven't subscribed to our youtube channel yet now is the perfect opportunity you're already here you have nothing to lose and we share a lot of interesting and helpful content every day for people who are teachers people who... [Read more]
What's The Time? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun board game for your students to practice the time.
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Do & Make: What's the difference? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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The verbs "do" and "make" are among the most used words in the English language. These two words often confuse English learners because they often use one verb for both in their native language (like "hacer" in Spanish). To help your students understand this better, take a look at the following chart below showcasing the difference between "do" and "make".
"Do" and "make" are two verbs that frequently confuse students learning English. The following explanations will help you better understand the difference between "do" and "make" and when to use each one.
1. "Do" is used when talking about work, jobs or tasks:
2. "Do" is used to refer to non-specific activities, for example:
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What's the weather like today? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun worksheet to practice the weather with your beginner ESL students. Have your students read the sentence and draw the correct weather accordingly.
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Further vs Farther - What's the Difference? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Further and farther are easily confused as both words can be used to say “at a greater distance”. To be sure you are using them correctly take a look at the following explanation.
How to Use Further
Further Examples:
How to Use Farther
Farther Examples:
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What's included in the TEFL course cost? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ TEFL FAQs
When evaluating the cost of a TEFL course, it is important to know what is included in the fee. At ITTT, our TEFL course prices transparently cover all necessary components for your training. Unlike some providers, the advertised price on our website includes all essential resources, examination fees, and the cost of your certification. You won't encounter any hidden charges. Simply put, our fee ensures you have everything you need to successfully complete your training and receive your TEFL certificate.
What is included in an online TEFL course?
What is included in an in-class TEFL course?
Are there any extra fees I might need to pay?
An online TEFL course with ITTT provides a comprehensive training package for aspiring English teachers. Upon enrolling, students receive a unique login... [Read more]
Weather vs. Whether - What's the Difference? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Weather and whether are a pair of homophones which means they sound the same, but they have different spellings and meanings. Here we explain how to use these words correctly.
WEATHER Definition and Examples
Weather can be a noun or a verb.
WEATHER Examples:
WHETHER Definition and Examples
Whether is a conjunction, which joins two words or phrases together.
WHETHER Examples:
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Everyday vs. Every day - What's the Difference? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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The two expressions "everyday" and "every day" are frequently used in English but often confused. Take a look at the below infographic to find out the difference!
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Study Abroad Vs. Teaching Abroad What's Better? - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
Do you want to live abroad and experience a new culture? Studying abroad and teaching abroad are both excellent ways to do this! But which one of the two options is better for you? Let's find out in this live session! #TEFL #BestTEFL #TeachEnglish 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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In-class and online TEFL/TESOL courses: What’s the Difference? - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
TEFL Information
There are three common ways of earning your TEFL/TESOL certificate; in-class, online or a combination of the two. But how do they differ and how can you decide which course is the right one for you?
In-class TEFL/TESOL training
Online TEFL/TESOL courses
Combined TEFL/TESOL courses
Which course is best for you?
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The first option is the in-class TEFL course and this is best for people who like a structured study environment and have the ability to attend a four week on-site course. Trainees on in-class courses benefit from more than 120 hours of study time, the advice of experienced and qualified teacher trainers, foreign language learning experience, welcome meal and excursion,... [Read more]
What's the difference between online courses, in-class courses and combined courses? ▷ Infographic - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
ITTT offers three ways of earning your TEFL certificate. These are in-class, online and a combination of the two. But how do they differ and which course is the right one for you? The first option is the in-class course and this is best for those who like a structured study environment and have the ability to attend a four week on-site course. Trainees on the in-class courses benefit from the more than 120 hours of study time the course involves, plus the advice of experienced and qualified teacher trainers.
You will also receive six to ten hours of observed teaching practice giving you the chance to earn valuable practical experience and feedback on your teaching. Upon graduation of the in-class course you will receive an internationally recognised certificate and lifetime job... [Read more]
4 Things To Love About Teaching ESL
Sarah Jennings
TEFL Information
Working as an English teacher offers a unique opportunity to explore the world while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others. One of the most significant benefits is the chance to immerse oneself in different cultures and environments. By teaching English abroad, educators have the opportunity to live and work in diverse locations, gaining first hand experience of local customs, traditions, and languages.
1: Exploring the world
2: Making a difference
3: Financial Benefits
4: Personal Growth
English is taught as a second language in diverse ways across all countries, adapting to local contexts and educational systems. Methods range from immersive language programs to traditional classroom instruction, incorporating technology, cultural exchange,... [Read more]
Do or Does ESL Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a worksheet to practice the difference between do and does in English.
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All About Me ESL Poster - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This worksheet is the perfect ice-breaker for EFL-ESL students! This All About Me poster enables you to do a complete lesson on "getting to know" your students.
Print out this ice-breaker ESL sheet and ask your students to fill it out with their own details. You can ask them to present it to the class after they are done to get to know all other students.
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ESL Authority - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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.
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TEFL Jobs - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ESL Teachers
Here at ITTT, we do everything we can to ensure that your overseas teaching experience runs smoothly - from beginning to end. Our TEFL support service will offer you all the advice you need, on everything from applying for TEFL courses to deciding where to teach; and most importantly, this support is available to you throughout your TEFL career. ITTT's support service is your one-stop reference point when it comes to teaching English overseas.
ITTT is dedicated to providing you with assistance throughout your overseas teaching career. No matter where you are in the world, our TEFL support service will provide you with valuable advice and tools - such as lesson plans - in order to assist you during your time as an EFL teacher. You can rest assured that even after you finish your TEFL... [Read more]
Appearance Worksheet for ESL - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun ESL worksheet to practice talking about someone's appearance.
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ESL Breakfast Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun ESL worksheet to talk about breakfast. Read and draw. Use colored pencils too.
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Spring is here ESL Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun worksheet for younger ESL students to talk about spring.
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If I Were An Elf ESL Worksheet - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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Get ready for the holiday season in your ESL classroom with this fun "If I Were an Elf" ESL worksheet.
Simply print out the worksheet and hand it out to your students. Have your students come up with a name for their elf, a job for their elf, the favorite part of their elf and draw what their elf looks like.
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Christmas/Winter ESL Writing - ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ITTT
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This is a fun ESL writing exercise about Christmas/winter. Students take a look at the picture and describe what they see.
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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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Songs in the ESL Classroom for Younger Beginners - TEFL Blog
Linda Dunsmore
Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas
Music-based learning is an effective technique to develop English proficiency within an early youth classroom. Classroom-based singing can create a fun learning environment and lead to the development of musical skills, social interaction, and English vocabulary.
Simple Rhymes
Examples of Suitable Rhyme Songs
Involving the Class
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The most effective method for younger learners is the use of various simple rhymes. Rhymes are simple in nature and may easily be adapted to the current material that is being taught. The teacher and students will benefit most from a circular seating arrangement as it allows both... [Read more]
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
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