English Category

  Our next category in our series of teaching special groups in ESL is English for specific purposes. This video focuses specifically on teaching business English. How is business Enligsh different to general English? Will you be able to teach business English? Find out in this video. 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. Unit 9 explains why lesson planning is a great tool to set goals, measure productivity as well as keeping record of what a...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word assertation. This word is a noun and describes the act of asserting. The word comes from the Medieval Latin word 'assert?ti?n' meaning “to affirm or assert”. 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. Unit 19 talked about teaching special groups categorised as follows: beginners, individuals (one to one), young learners, business English, monolingual and multilingua. In terms of the first...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Brazil? Are you interested in teaching English in Colombo, Brazil? Check out our opportunities in Colombo, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! There are 9 roles of a teacher in the class, and each role is of equal importance. A teacher is obliged to meet the expectations of their students, manage the classroom effectively, be a role-model to...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Egypt? Are you interested in teaching English in Suez, Egypt? Check out our opportunities in Suez, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Unit 16 focused on different parts of grammar like if/then conditionals and reported/direct speech. I learned about the different types of conditional speech which can be broken down into five categories:...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in United States? Are you interested in teaching English in Syracuse New York, United States? Check out our opportunities in Syracuse New York, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This unit talks about the different approaches of teaching English to the different group of students from children to adult who are all categorized as beginners....  [Read more]

  In this episode, Linda takes on the pronunciation of the word "futile". Enjoy the episode! Linda is a German/American ITTT alumna, teaching English in South Korea. Be sure to like and share this video if you find it helpful. Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here and get started today: https://www.teflcourse.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION 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. This Unit?s focus is on the Teaching of Special Group. This...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Romania? Are you interested in teaching English in Bucharest, Romania? Check out our opportunities in Bucharest, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This lesson taught me of the different learners I will encounter as well as the different classes I will teach. I was a little fearful of teaching kids and young adults, but this lesson really...  [Read more]

  The acronyms IELTS and TOEFL are commonly used in the English teaching world. IELTS = International English Language Testing System TOEFL = Test of English as a Foreign Language Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here and get started today: https://www.teflcourse.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION 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. This unit covers the qualities of good teachers and good learners, details the varying levels of proficiency in...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in New Zealand? Are you interested in teaching English in Tauranga, New Zealand? Check out our opportunities in Tauranga, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This unit has been about teaching special groups. The first group mentioned was teaching beginners, which included tips for teaching beginners, possible problems, and motivational aspects....  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Spain? Are you interested in teaching English in Elche, Spain? Check out our opportunities in Elche, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This unit focused on the different types of groups that a teacher may have to teach and tips for planning successful lessons. Teaching beginners first involves determining the category of beginners. ...  [Read more]

  When our answers are not correct then, obviously, they need to be corrected but it is quite important that we go through a process of correction that will help students. Quite often they've made a mistake simply because of something like reading the incorrect answer out or misrepresenting what they've actually written down. So, always give the opportunity when a mistake has been made for the student to self-correct first. We can often do this in a nonverbal way to show them that they're not actually correct. We might repeat back what they've said to us in a questioning manner or we may just make a gesture to make sure that they understand that they're not correct. So, we allow for a process of self-correction. It may be that the student has actually got the answer wrong and so we...  [Read more]

  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. This tense is used to talk about a past action and a related past action before that. We relate two past actions to each other. 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. This unit covers the grammar language points including modal auxiliary verbs and passive voic. Relative clauses and phrasal verbs are also addressed in this uni....  [Read more]

For individuals looking to teach English in Australia, it is crucial to understand the licensing requirements in place. These requirements ensure that educators meet certain standards and qualifications to provide high-quality instruction to students. In Australia, teaching English as a foreign language falls under the broader category of teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL). To work in this field, you must meet specific criteria set by the Australian government and educational institutions. To teach English in Australia, you typically need a TESOL certification. This certification demonstrates that you have received training in teaching English to non-native speakers. While specific requirements may vary depending on the state or territory, most institutions require at...  [Read more]

In TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages), students come with a wide range of proficiency levels in English. Understanding these levels is crucial for effective teaching. Proficiency levels are often categorized into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, but within each category, there can be further variations. It's important for teachers to assess students' proficiency accurately through tools like language assessments, interviews, and observations. This assessment helps in identifying students' strengths and areas needing improvement, enabling teachers to tailor instruction accordingly. Once proficiency levels are identified, teachers can tailor their instruction to meet the diverse needs of students. For beginners, focusing on basic vocabulary, grammar, and...  [Read more]

The demand for English language proficiency is on the rise worldwide, with Peru being no exception. As globalization continues to connect people from different corners of the world, the ability to communicate effectively in English has become increasingly important. In Peru, the importance of English proficiency is evident in various sectors, including education, business, and tourism. This article will delve into the current state of English language proficiency in Peru, the factors influencing it, and the efforts being made to enhance it. English language proficiency in Peru has been a topic of interest in recent years. While Spanish is the official language of the country, English is widely recognized as a valuable skill for personal and professional development. According to the EF...  [Read more]

The main entry requirement for many ESL teaching positions is a 120-hour certificate. Generally speaking this certification is available to anyone who: Having this certification does not guarantee that you can get a job however, as most employers have specific requirements depending on the country, job specifics and local employment laws. We will now look at the additional requirements and some further relevant details. 1. They may only employ citizens of certain countries: 2. They are sometimes only looking for native English speakers: This is linked to the previous point, in that you may need to be from a country where the first language is English. There are more countries than the previous list in this category, as it now includes India, Pakistan and Nigeria for example. (Note:...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of Using ITTT English Teaching Materials 3. Features of ITTT English Teaching Materials 4. How to Access ITTT English Teaching Materials Are you looking to enhance your English teaching skills and resources? Look no further than ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) for cutting-edge English teaching materials designed to elevate your language education experience. ITTT offers a wide range of English teaching materials that cater to the diverse needs of language educators. Whether you are a seasoned teacher looking to refresh your lessons or a new instructor seeking comprehensive resources, ITTT has you covered. By incorporating ITTT's materials into your curriculum, you can benefit from: - Enhanced Teaching Effectiveness: ITTT's materials are carefully...  [Read more]

  Different types of visas for teaching abroad Visa application process and requirements Visa restrictions and limitations Visa renewal and extension options Importance of visa compliance for teachers Common challenges in obtaining a teaching visa Resources for visa assistance and support Benefits of obtaining a work visa Impact of visa regulations on ESL teaching Conclusion: Navigating the visa process successfully When considering teaching English abroad, it's essential to understand the various types of visas available for foreign educators. These can include work visas, student visas, and cultural exchange visas, each with its own set of requirements and restrictions. ITTT, as a leading TEFL and TESOL provider, offers guidance on the most suitable visa options for prospective...  [Read more]

  TEFL International provides one of the most practical and professionally presented TEFL courses available in Australia. Our TEFL training center in Sydney is a wonderful option for anyone looking to gain TEFL certification. Course participants can gain experience teaching in Australia and then go on to teach in Asia, or nearly anywhere else in the world for that matter. Being Australia’s largest city, Sydney is a multi-cultural city with a very cosmopolitan feel. Australia is a popular destination for TEFL training. A variety of different landscapes can be seen throughout a continent and diverse natural wonders such as the famed Uluru (Ayer’s Rock) and the Great Barrier Reef are not too far away. Sunshine soaks beach goers almost year round and Sydney’s locals will charm you...  [Read more]

TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. It is also commonly used to refer to the qualification that teachers need in order to be eligible for most good quality teaching jobs in countries all over the world. If you want to take advantage of the huge worldwide boom in English language learning, you will certainly want to have this certification on your CV/resume. Equally, if you are learning the English language you will also want your teacher to have a TESOL qualification to ensure they have the knowledge needed to provide a good standard of tuition. As mentioned, a TESOL certificate is the standard qualification required by employers for anyone who intends to work as an English language teacher at home, overseas, or online. The main benefit is that as a...  [Read more]