Giving Instructions

  Our next consideration is that of giving instructions to our students. In order for those students to effectively carry out an activity, we need to make sure we have given clear and unambiguous instructions. It's also very important to check that the students understand the activity before you start. If you've done that work correctly then the teacher shouldn't need to say anything once an activity has started because the students are very clear about what they're supposed to be doing. So some ideas when giving instructions. As we've mentioned use simple language. Secondly, rather than trying to explain an activity, then do a demonstration which is visual. Thirdly, try to use wherever possible common words that come up within every activity. These would be things like ?look?,...  [Read more]

  There are some other classroom management issues that we need to consider and they may include issues such as writing on the board, giving students individual attention, the use of teacher talk time, the way in which we should give instructions to our students, the building and maintaining of rapport with our students, and finally the one that perhaps most new teachers particularly spend a lot of time worrying and thinking about, is the issue of classroom discipline. So what we'd like to do is to take each of these in turn and look at some of the major issues surrounding these classroom management issues. 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...  [Read more]

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  When it comes to manner of articulation, we have six different ways in which our breath is produced in order to make our sounds. We have our plosives, our affricates, fricatives, the nasal sounds, our lateral sound and the approximants. Let's take a look at each individually and see how they differ from one another. First we have our plosive sounds. As the word might indicate we have basically a little explosion of sound with our breath. The plosive sounds are made through a three-step process. First there's a closure somewhere in the vocal tract. Second there's a buildup of air and finally there's a sudden release of that air like a little explosion. If we look at some of the sounds that are made this way we might better understand why they are called plosives. Examples are the...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Brazil? Are you interested in teaching English in Linhares, Brazil? Check out our opportunities in Linhares, 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 classroom management. We learn how to use eye contact, gesture and the voice during the lessons, what are the possible ways to group the students, how to arrange the classroom....  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in China? Are you interested in teaching English in Qinhuangdao, China? Check out our opportunities in Qinhuangdao, 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! One of the key learning points from this chapter is the importance of building and maintaining good rapport between student and teacher. Good rapport can be achieved through choosing ideas and...  [Read more]

  Here now is a teaching idea for the present perfect tense. If you remember back, one of the main usages of the present perfect tense is to talk about past experiences at an indefinite time. Here, will be having students work in small groups. Each small group will receive a prompt. This prompt has various past experiences. However, not conjugated into the question. The challenge for the students will be to take one of these prompts and to create a question based upon it. For example here they see 'win' and 'a competition'. One at a time, the students will take turns forming the question. 'Have you ever won a competition?' The other people listening to the question in the small group, will exchange their past experiences, either 'Yes, I have,' and perhaps tell a bit about the...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in China? Are you interested in teaching English in Tongren, China? Check out our opportunities in Tongren, 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! In this unit I learned about class management. As a teacher, it is important to use correct eye contact, gestures, and voice when engaging students. When organizing activities, the teacher must decide...  [Read more]

Teaching English grammar to ESL students is crucial for their language development. Grammar provides the structure and rules necessary for effective communication in English. Without a solid understanding of grammar, ESL students may struggle to convey their ideas accurately and coherently. Moreover, mastering grammar enables students to write and speak with confidence, ultimately enhancing their overall language proficiency. By focusing on grammar instruction, teachers can help ESL students build a strong foundation for their language skills. There are numerous resources available to assist teachers in teaching English grammar to ESL students. Textbooks such as "English Grammar in Use" by Raymond Murphy and "Understanding and Using English Grammar" by Betty Azar are popular choices among...  [Read more]

  Our next main issue is going to be that of giving students individual attention. Here many classroom management and leaving potential discipline problems can be avoided by applying some simple rules to giving your students attention. The first one is to think about the way in which you ask questions. Don't ask questions in a predictable order. If you just go around the class asking questions from one person to the next then the person at the end of the class will know that it's going to be some time before you actually get to them. So try to mix up the way in which you're asking questions. In terms of answers to questions don't allow individual students to dominate all of the answers. One of the things that we can do to help this particular issue is to use the students names as...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word tenet. This word refers mainly to princibles of a religion or philosophy. Some synonyms for tenet can include principle, belief or doctrine. The word comes from the Latin word tenere meaning ‘he holds’. 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 contains the principles of managing classes which include eye contact, gesture and the voice, grouping students, classroom arrangement,...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in France? Are you interested in teaching English in Clermont-Ferrand, France? Check out our opportunities in Clermont-Ferrand, 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 was very informative about what problems teachers can face and provided some useful solutions. I have personally run into all of these problems before and wish I had known...  [Read more]

Unlock your potential with our Native English Teacher in Australia program, provided by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). Our experienced instructors are here to guide you through a comprehensive English learning journey, tailored to meet your individual needs and goals. Whether you are looking to improve your speaking, listening, reading, or writing skills, our program offers personalized lessons to help you achieve fluency and confidence in English. With our Native English Teacher in Australia program, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the English language and culture, giving you a unique and authentic learning experience. Our dedicated instructors are native English speakers from Australia, ensuring that you receive top-quality language instruction from...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Russia? Are you interested in teaching English in Shakhty, Russia? Check out our opportunities in Shakhty, 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 explains how to manage a class. The different aspects include: eye contact, gestures, and voice how to grow students classroom arrangements writing on the board giving individual attention...  [Read more]

  Before looking at the methods or approaches themselves, there are some terms that we need to define. These are the approach, the method or the technique. Basically, these are hierarchical. The approach is an overriding set of principles that a method can actually make use of, whereas the technique are the things that we actually do in the classroom to approach that method. So, these three words are going to appear during the presentation. Again, for each of either the approaches all the methodologies we're going to ask four questions. So be it an approach or a method for each of those things: Where did it come from? What's its background? What does it involve when we're talking about actually in the classroom, in other words techniques? What is positive about it? What appears to...  [Read more]

Unlock Your Potential with Online English Language Instruction in Macao Welcome to the world of online English language instruction in Macao! Whether you are a student, a working professional, or someone simply looking to enhance your language skills, ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) is here to help you achieve your goals. Our comprehensive and interactive courses are designed to provide you with the necessary tools and knowledge to excel in the English language. In this guide, we will explore the benefits of online English language instruction, the various courses offered by ITTT, and how you can get started on your journey towards fluency. Additionally, we will discuss the advantages of online learning, the flexibility it offers, and the support you can expect from our team...  [Read more]

  We've seen the present tenses in isolation. Now, let's look at them together. Our first example is 'I play football every week.' This is the present simple tense and it has the structure 'subject I' + verb 'play'. This is quite a simple tense for students to form. However, they have to be aware of the third person singular form 'he', 'she' or 'it', which usually adds an '-s' or an '-es' to the end of the base form of the verb. 'I play football,' but 'He plays football.' Also, the question of negative forms using the auxiliary verb 'do' or 'does' 'Do you play football?' 'I don't play football.' 'Does she play football?' 'She doesn't play football.' The present simple tense is used to talk about habits, routines, facts and general truths and as such it's probably the most commonly...  [Read more]

 Table of Contents Setting Clear Objectives Establishing Classroom Rules Providing Detailed Instructions Encouraging Student Participation Offering Constructive Feedback Creating a Positive Learning Environment Utilizing Visual Aids Incorporating Technology Implementing Differentiated Instruction Fostering Open Communication Channels When teaching English abroad, it is essential to set clear objectives for each lesson. Clearly defined goals help students understand what is expected of them and provide a roadmap for the learning process. By outlining specific learning outcomes, educators can guide their students towards success. ITTT, a leading TEFL and TESOL provider, emphasizes the importance of setting clear objectives in ESL teaching to enhance student engagement and motivation....  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Philippines? Are you interested in teaching English in Dumaguete City, Philippines? Check out our opportunities in Dumaguete City, 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 is a very important part that helps a teacher to manage its class. the 9 main points that are eye contact, gesture and voice, grouping students, class room...  [Read more]

If you've ever dreamed of traveling the world, immersing yourself in new cultures, and making a difference in the lives of others, then a career in teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) or teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL) may be the perfect path for you. With the increasing demand for English language instruction around the globe, there has never been a better time to pursue a TEFL or TESOL certification. At ITTT, we offer comprehensive and accredited TEFL and TESOL courses in Cebu, Philippines, providing you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the field of English language teaching. Whether you are a seasoned educator looking to enhance your qualifications or someone new to the world of teaching, our courses are designed to meet your needs...  [Read more]