Esl Teaching Ideas

  This video presents a teaching idea for reported speech. The activity includes having the students walk around the classroom asking other students for various bits of information. At the end of the activity, the students will report back the answers in reported speech. 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. In class management you must be able to inspire confidence, be flexible and change his/her role according to the activity and situation...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflonline.net The teaching idea covered in this video is a fun group game that should generate a good deal of student talk time using the Present Perfect tense. The students will be in small groups and each student will have the question sheet with a number of pictures and word prompts. Students take turns forming their question with the aid of the prompts. The groups then give their answers using the Present Perfect. The prompts include: win/a competition, go/scuba-diving, meet/ a famous person The questions would be: Have you ever won a competition?, Have you ever been scuba-diving?, Have you ever met a famous person? Group members would answer, Yes I have...., No I haven't... After a given amount of time each group share their answers with the class. The...  [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 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. This course has been extremely smooth, engaging and completely beneficia. I was wise to undergo EFL training with ITTT as the learning process...  [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 continuous tense and suitable teaching ideas for this tense. The past continuous is very conducive to using pictures and talking about actions. We give our group of students cards with images and ask them to create sentences for what the people in the picture were doing at a certain time in the past. 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...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflcourse.net The teaching idea for the past perfect continuous tense covered in this video is an adaptation of a present perfect continuous idea. The past perfect continuous is rarely used so it can be quite hard to think up original and interesting ideas for it so adapting ideas for other tenses where suitable is useful. For this idea students are given situation that was happening in the past and the other students having to say what they think had been happening before that event to cause it. For example: Yesterday you were crying (because you had been watching a sad film). If you are thinking about becoming an English teacher you should consider getting yourself properly qualified. In addition taking a TEFL certificate course will open up a large number of ESL...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our series on the past tenses in English. We start off the series with the past simple tense. In this video, we focus on useful teaching ideas for this tense. A great idea to practice this tense is a picture story. Here, the teacher provides the students with various photos or images and the students are asked to piece them together to make a story in the past. 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. The Present Tense can be...  [Read more]

  This video looks at various teaching ideas for the 'going to' future tense. Pictures are a great tool for lower-level students to look at evidence based on the pictures and making predictions using the 'going to' future. Other ideas might include weather predictions, as well as planning a party or holiday. 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. As mentioned in Unit 1, a teacher should be able to motivate a student?s learning, be lively,...  [Read more]

  The zero conditional is the most basic form of the conditionals in the English language. This is a teaching idea for the zero conditional that can also be adjusted for any other types of conditionals. 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. ...  [Read more]

  This teaching idea is very similar to the activity we can use for the future continuous. We pair up our students, give them diaries and have them find the day on which both of them are free to meet. This video shows you exactly how to execute this activity in the classroom. 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. Receptive skills(reading and listening) and productive skills(speaking and writing) are necessary to lean any language in the worl. This...  [Read more]

  Connecting with Other Teachers Utilizing Online Platforms Engaging in Professional Development Creating Interactive Lesson Plans Incorporating Technology in Teaching Promoting Cultural Exchange Implementing Differentiated Instruction Encouraging Student Collaboration Assessing Student Progress Fostering a Supportive Learning Environment One of the most valuable resources for English teachers abroad is the network of fellow educators. By connecting with other teachers, whether through local meetups, online forums, or social media groups, you can share ideas, lesson plans, and teaching strategies. Collaborating with peers can provide fresh perspectives and insights that can enhance your own teaching practices. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) offers a platform for...  [Read more]

  Building a Supportive Network Sharing Resources and Lesson Plans Collaborative Teaching Strategies Cross-Cultural Exchange Opportunities Professional Development through Collaboration Team Teaching Benefits Creating Engaging Classroom Activities Together Peer Feedback and Reflection Organizing Joint Workshops and Training Sessions Promoting a Positive School Culture Collaborating with other teachers can help create a supportive network in the teaching community. By connecting with colleagues, you can share experiences, seek advice, and offer support when facing challenges in the classroom. This network can provide a sense of belonging and camaraderie, enhancing your overall teaching experience abroad. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) emphasizes the importance of...  [Read more]

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  This presentation is going to have a look at the idea of receptive skills and how we can go about teaching receptive skills lessons. There are two receptive skills and they are reading and listening. If we think about first of all, why do we read or listen, then there are probably two main answers to that. Firstly, it could either be for entertainment or it could be for a specific purpose. Within the reading and listening areas there are a number of sub-skills that we can teach our students. Firstly, what we can do is to show different examples of reading. So, let's say, for example, that we have just bought ourselves a new video camera and along with that video camera came a whole book of instructions. In order to find out how to get that camera working, then we would need to...  [Read more]

  The Origins of Total Physical Response (TPR) Benefits of Using TPR in Language Teaching Incorporating TPR in ESL Lesson Plans TPR Techniques for Different Learning Styles Challenges and Solutions in Implementing TPR TPR Certification and Training Programs International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) and TPR TPR in Practice: Real-Life Classroom Examples TPR for Special Populations in ESL The Future of TPR in Language Education Total Physical Response (TPR) is a language teaching method developed by Dr. James Asher in the 1960s. It is based on the idea that language learning is most effective when it involves physical movement and response. TPR draws on the natural language acquisition process of young children, who learn to understand and speak their native language by responding to...  [Read more]

  The Importance of Resource Sharing Online Platforms for Resource Sharing Collaborative Teaching Strategies Creating Engaging Lesson Plans Incorporating Technology in ESL Teaching Adapting Resources for Different Learners Utilizing Authentic Materials Professional Development Opportunities Building a Supportive Teaching Community Impact of Effective Resource Sharing Effective resource sharing is crucial for ESL teachers to enhance their teaching practices and provide quality education to their students. By collaborating with other educators and sharing resources, teachers can access a wide range of materials and ideas to create engaging and effective lessons. ITTT, as one of the leading TEFL and TESOL providers worldwide, emphasizes the importance of resource sharing in the field of...  [Read more]

TEFL Lemon began in 2014 as an ESL blog on the WeChat platform in China, quickly becoming the biggest ESL blog on WeChat. TEFL Lemon provided English teachers with ELT articles to read and share, as well as free ESL lesson ideas, ESL games and fun speaking activities which TEFL teachers could use in their classes. English teachers in China could also download free ESL flashcards on a variety of themes. Following their success on the WeChat platform, in 2018, TEFL Lemon decided to build their own website to offer their ESL Flashcard Games for Kids, ESL Warmers, ESL games and speaking activities for teens and adults for free to TEFL teachers around the world. You can visit their website here. Not only do TEFL Lemon offer teachers brilliant ESL games and teaching ideas, but they also have...  [Read more]

Unlocking Opportunities with ESL Training in the United States 1. The Importance of ESL Training 2. Benefits of ESL Training in the United States 3. ITTT's ESL Training Programs 4. How to Get Started with ITTT's ESL Training In a globalized world where English is the lingua franca of business, travel, and academia, proficiency in the language has become a valuable asset. For non-native English speakers looking to enhance their language skills, ESL (English as a Second Language) training is a crucial step towards achieving fluency and success. In the United States, where English is the primary language of communication, ESL training opens doors to a myriad of opportunities, from academic pursuits to career advancement. ESL training plays a vital role in helping non-native English speakers...  [Read more]

1. Building a Strong Network 2. Benefits of Networking in ESL Teaching 3. How ITTT Can Help You Connect 4. Conclusion In the field of ESL teaching, networking plays a crucial role in professional development and growth. By connecting with other educators, sharing resources, and collaborating on ideas, teachers can enhance their skills, stay up-to-date with the latest trends, and build a supportive community. Building a strong network is not only beneficial for personal growth but also for creating a positive impact on students' learning experiences. Networking in the ESL teaching community involves reaching out to fellow teachers, attending conferences, joining online forums, and participating in professional development workshops. By actively engaging with other educators, you can...  [Read more]

  Building Professional Relationships Benefits of Networking in ESL Collaborating with Other Educators Online Platforms for ESL Networking Joining ESL Organizations and Associations Attending Conferences and Workshops Peer Support and Resource Sharing Collaborative Lesson Planning Mentoring and Coaching in ESL Impact of Networking on Career Growth Networking in the ESL community involves building professional relationships with other educators, schools, and organizations. By connecting with like-minded individuals, teachers can share resources, ideas, and experiences to enhance their teaching practices. ITTT, as a leading TEFL and TESOL provider, encourages educators to engage in networking activities to broaden their knowledge and skills. Networking in the ESL community involves...  [Read more]

  Introduction to TPR in ESL Teaching Understanding Total Physical Response The Role of TPR in Language Acquisition Incorporating TPR in ESL Lesson Plans Benefits of Using TPR for Different Learning Styles TPR Activities for ESL Classroom Engagement Overcoming Challenges When Implementing TPR TPR for Teaching English to Young Learners TPR and Classroom Management Conclusion: Maximizing TPR in ESL Teaching Total Physical Response (TPR) is a teaching method that involves students responding to language input through physical movement. It is particularly effective in ESL teaching as it engages students in a kinesthetic way, making language learning more interactive and dynamic. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) recognizes TPR as a valuable tool for language acquisition. Total...  [Read more]