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  Empowering Teachers with Specialized TEFL Courses The Impact of Specialized TEFL Training Success Story: Teaching English to Business Professionals Success Story: Teaching English in a Refugee Camp Specialized TEFL Courses and Cultural Sensitivity Overcoming Challenges in Specialized TEFL Settings Success Story: Online TEFL Instruction in Remote Areas The Future of Specialized TEFL Training Community Engagement in Specialized TEFL Programs Conclusion: Transforming Lives through Specialized TEFL Training Specialized TEFL courses offer educators the opportunity to enhance their teaching skills in specific areas such as business English, young learners, or exam preparation. These courses provide teachers with the tools and techniques needed to excel in diverse teaching environments,...  [Read more]

Storytelling is a powerful tool in language teaching as it helps to make language learning more engaging, interactive, and memorable for students. Stories can capture students' attention, stimulate their imagination, and create a context for language use. By listening to and participating in stories, students are exposed to authentic language use and cultural elements, which can enhance their language skills and cultural competence. Moreover, storytelling fosters a sense of community in the classroom, as students often collaborate to create and share stories, leading to a supportive and communicative learning environment. Literature offers a rich source of language input and cultural insights for language learners. By incorporating literary texts such as short stories, poems, or excerpts...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Czech Republic? Are you interested in teaching English in Brno, Czech Republic? Check out our opportunities in Brno, 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! Teacher should give more exercise in the class for student to improve their receptive and productive skill for eg. Receptive Skill to read on the subject which the student prefer and write up...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Argentina? Are you interested in teaching English in Formosa, Argentina? Check out our opportunities in Formosa, 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! The teaching materials are often provided for me, so this lesson was not very useful, but it could be useful in the future. I already follow a lot of the advice given, such as supplementing and...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Japan? Are you interested in teaching English in Tsuchiura, Japan? Check out our opportunities in Tsuchiura, 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! The way I teach grammar structure is often asking students to tell me about their day. Each day varies which requires them to expand their vocabulary in order to explain their whole day to me. As I...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Italy? Are you interested in teaching English in Palermo, Italy? Check out our opportunities in Palermo, 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! Authentic material is a great way to get the students motivated to learn the lesson. Using a newspaper makes gets the attention of the students by providing real life situations. A newspaper story...  [Read more]

  In this video Linda explains the differences between "assure", "insure" and "ensure". They not only sound similar, but those three words also make an outcome sure but they are in no way interchangeable. "Assure" is used to speak out a promise or say something with confidence, for example "I assure you that he is a great lawyer". "Ensure" is used to make something certain, such as here: "Please ensure that you will be home at five o'clock today"."Insure" means to protect an object against risk by buying an insurance policy from an insurance company, like here: "I insure my television because it was expensive". Once you have realized the three different meanings and usages, there is no way you'll confuse them again. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Brazil? Are you interested in teaching English in Blumenau, Brazil? Check out our opportunities in Blumenau, 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 7 is short but important as it shifts the focus to the students and demonstrates how teachers can structure the lessons to improve the students' reading and listening skills. First, I learned...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Taiwan? Are you interested in teaching English in Keelung, Taiwan? Check out our opportunities in Keelung, 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! The content in this unit has helped me better understand the different forms of present tense that we have in English. It helped me understand one of the many reasons why English can be such a...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in New Zealand? Are you interested in teaching English in Dunedin, New Zealand? Check out our opportunities in Dunedin, 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 teaching conditionals and reported speech. It began by going through the five conditionals, with their grammatical structure and usage. It then went on to give teaching...  [Read more]

  This video covers the difference between 'adapt' and 'adopt'. Due to their similar spelling, their usage is often confused. 'Adapt' describes the action of taking something and changing it for a special purpose, for example: A screenwriter successfully adapts the book to make it work as a movie. The word 'adopt', on the other hand, refers to the action of taking something and using it or making it your own, such as here: Because they couldn't have children of their own, they decided to adopt a child. 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...  [Read more]

1. Introduction to Storytelling and Narrative-Based Approaches in Language Teaching 2. Benefits of Using Storytelling and Narrative-Based Approaches in Language Teaching 3. Practical Strategies for Implementing Storytelling and Narrative-Based Approaches 4. Assessment and Evaluation in Storytelling and Narrative-Based Language Teaching Introduction to Storytelling and Narrative-Based Approaches in Language Teaching Storytelling and narrative-based approaches are powerful tools in TEFL classrooms as they engage students in a meaningful and memorable way. By incorporating stories, anecdotes, and narratives into language lessons, teachers can create a more dynamic and interactive learning environment. Stories have the ability to capture students' attention, stimulate their imagination, and...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflonline.net This video looks at the structure of the positive form of the Present Simple tense. The negative form and the question form will be covered in other videos. The Present Simple talks about facts, habits and routines. Positive structure: subject + base form of the verb I/You/We/They teach English. He /She/It teaches English. There are a number of rules associated with the formation of the base verb. For most verbs add s to the base form of the verb -- plays, works... Verbs ending in o, s, z, ch, sh add es -- does, goes, washes... Verbs ending in a consonant plus y, change the y to i and add es -- cries, flies tries.... The verb be becomes am/is/are. The verb have becomes have/has. As a certified TEFL graduate you could gain a teaching position in...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflonline.net In this video for a teaching English second language teaching idea the students are given a sheet of paper with a series of pictures and each picture has a prompt with complicated verb structure as well as irregular verbs. The students will have to look at the prompts and order the pictures so as to make a story in the past simple tense. For higher level students you could remove the prompts and leave it up to them to create their own story. Teaching English as a second language is an increasingly popular career move. Not only do get the opportunity to help a variety of people around the world achieve their language learning goals but you also get to experience what it is like to live in another culture, often quite different to your own, which is...  [Read more]

  Launching a New Career in Thailand Overcoming Challenges in South Korea Teaching English in Diverse Classrooms Adapting to Cultural Differences in Japan Impacting Lives in Latin America Building Confidence Through Online TEFL Navigating Job Opportunities Post-Graduation Creating Engaging Lesson Plans Continuing Professional Development in TEFL Conclusion: Empowering Educators Worldwide One success story of an online TEFL graduate involves a career transition to Thailand. With the certification from ITTT, this individual was able to secure a teaching position in a Thai school, immersing themselves in a new culture while making a difference in the lives of students. The structured TEFL courses provided the necessary skills and confidence to excel in the classroom, setting a strong...  [Read more]

With its fusion of all things Asian and Western, there is always something to see and do in thailand’s bustling capital city. You can join the locals on the bank of the Chao Phraya River for a morning session of Tai Chi before heading off to explore one of the floating markets. Then grab a bite to eat from a street vendor or dine out at one of the many world class restaurants that call Bangkok home. You’ll soon see why Bangkok was named one of the world’s Top Ten Cities by Travel + Leisure and the number one visited city by Global Destination Cities Index. Whether you’re interested in exploring the exquisite Buddhist temples or in finding the best place to party at night, there is something for you in Bangkok. Our TESOL training centre in Bangkok incorporates a working English...  [Read more]

  The ITTT Blog offers a wealth of information on all aspects of the TESOL world in one convenient location. By visiting the blog you will gain access to hundreds of fascinating articles written by TESOL experts from around the world, as well as many by our own course graduates. The blog has many sections covering areas such as visas and work permits, teaching salaries, ideas for the classroom, and the different TESOL course options available to you. Another popular section looks at teaching destinations, including all the usual favorites and many places you might not have considered before. Many of our course graduates have contributed articles for the blog, most of whom are now working in classrooms across the globe. We highly recommend checking out these stories as they offer a...  [Read more]

TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) courses are designed to equip educators with the necessary skills and knowledge to teach English effectively to non-native speakers. These courses cover a wide range of teaching methodologies, including traditional approaches as well as innovative techniques such as incorporating drama and storytelling into language instruction. Many TESOL courses now include modules or workshops on using drama as a tool for teaching English. Drama activities engage students in a dynamic and interactive way, helping them improve their language skills while also building confidence and creativity. Educators learn how to incorporate role-plays, improvisation, and other dramatic techniques to make language learning more engaging and effective....  [Read more]

--- In TESOL, it is essential to recognize that students have different learning styles, and as a teacher, you must adapt your lessons to cater to these variations. There are primarily three main types of learners: visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. Visual learners prefer to see information through diagrams, charts, and visual aids. Auditory learners learn best through listening and speaking activities. Kinesthetic learners learn by doing and engaging in hands-on activities. By understanding these learning styles, you can tailor your TESOL lessons to meet the needs of all your students. For visual learners, incorporating visual aids such as charts, diagrams, videos, and images can enhance their learning experience. When teaching vocabulary, using flashcards with pictures can help visual...  [Read more]

Using literature and storytelling in the Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) classroom can be highly beneficial for language learners. Literature and storytelling provide authentic and engaging materials that can enhance students' language skills in various ways. In this guide, we will explore the benefits of incorporating literature and storytelling into the TEFL classroom and provide tips on how to effectively integrate them into your lessons. Incorporating literature into the TEFL classroom offers numerous benefits for language learners. Firstly, literature exposes students to authentic language in context, allowing them to see how words and grammar are used in real-life situations. This exposure helps students improve their vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension skills....  [Read more]