Good Rapport With Students

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]

  So, having elicited this particular structure, what I'm now able to do is to move on to the actual study activities. Typically, they will be in the form of worksheets to check that the students actually understand this information. So, I might prepare three activities. They may not do them all but, for example, I could prepare these three study activities. So, the first one is going to be a fairly straightforward matching activity, where perhaps they match the subject to its correct verb "to be" in that part of the sentence. The second one is going to be a gap fill. For example, I might use this verb here and ask them to complete a sentence using that verb, so that I can check that any spelling changes that take place are correct and the final one is going to be an unscramble,...  [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]

  In this video Linda breaks down the difference between ?anyone? and ?any one?. While this set of words is often confused, the difference is actually quite simple. Watch the video for detailed explanations and examples on the two words. 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 5 is all about classroom managemen. Classroom management is the skill of organizing and managing the class, as well as having a relaxed manner in the classroom while...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word firebrand. This word has two different meanings. The first meaning is quite literal and describes burning wood. The second meaning is rather figurative as it refers to a person who is usually inflicting change as a result of being passionate about a certain topic or cause. 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. During this TESOL course we have already studied who the good teacher is; how the...  [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]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word "ulterior". This word is an adjective and used to refer to something that is rather distant or situated far away. It can also indicate something that goes beyond something that is discussed or openly said. The word derives from Latin ulter and was first used in the English language in the 1600s. 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 examines the importance of managing classe....  [Read more]

Building rapport with students is crucial for TEFL teachers as it creates a positive and supportive learning environment. When students feel connected to their teacher, they are more motivated to engage in the learning process. Establishing a strong rapport can also help in managing classroom behavior and fostering a sense of community among students. Additionally, a good rapport can improve communication and understanding between the teacher and students, leading to better academic outcomes. There are several strategies that TEFL teachers can use to build rapport with their students. One effective approach is to show genuine interest in students' lives and cultures. Taking the time to learn about their backgrounds and experiences can help in building trust and respect. Additionally, using...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Colombia? Are you interested in teaching English in Popayan, Colombia? Check out our opportunities in Popayan, 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 certain qualities that establish both an effective teacher and a good student. A teacher should be able to motivate their students but also have a good subject base knowledge, care about...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in China? Are you interested in teaching English in Qingyuan, China? Check out our opportunities in Qingyuan, 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! It is essential to demonstrate the characteristics of a good teacher. The core of a good teacher is to care more about the learning of the student, than anything else. Bearing in mind that each student...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Turkey? Are you interested in teaching English in Isparta, Turkey? Check out our opportunities in Isparta, 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, it covers how to encounter different type of problems or challenges that a teacher mostly deal with in the class. First lesson would be the most challenging for a teacher as he or she...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in China? Are you interested in teaching English in Xinyang, China? Check out our opportunities in Xinyang, 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 all about classroom management and teacher/student interaction. When building rapport with your students, and managing your classroom, never underestimate the power of eye contact, body...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Brazil? Are you interested in teaching English in Varzea Grande, Brazil? Check out our opportunities in Varzea Grande, 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 One goes over the most basic fundamental parts aspects of teaching, namely the teacher and student relationship. It starts out by detailing the qualities of successful teachers,...  [Read more]

  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]

  In this video Linda breaks down the difference between "everyday" and "every day". Due to their spelling, it can be quite hard for non-native English learners to understand the difference between the two. This video explains exactly how to differenciate between both expressions. 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 about troubleshooting provided me information on common problem situations in the TESOL/ESL/ELL class and gave some...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in China? Are you interested in teaching English in Xintai, China? Check out our opportunities in Xintai, 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 about the role of the teacher and learners in a classroom. It discussed characteristics of a good teacher, and characteristics of a good student. A good teacher is kind, patient, motivating,...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Indonesia? Are you interested in teaching English in Jayapura, Indonesia? Check out our opportunities in Jayapura, 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 provides good information on classroom behavior and environment. How to accommodate students needs, give them attention and get them to participate. When to use group work, pairs or...  [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 Costa Rica? Are you interested in teaching English in Cartago, Costa Rica? Check out our opportunities in Cartago, 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 teaches concepts and principles in establishing rapport with students, the seating arrangement of the class, managing class activities, teacher talk time vs student talk time, and...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in United States? Are you interested in teaching English in Charlotte, United States? Check out our opportunities in Charlotte, 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! Troubleshooting Common problem situations In this unit we will look at some of the most common problem situations that the teachers can encounter in the classroom and also...  [Read more]