Teach English in Changle Zhen - Yuncheng Shi

Any teacher of a foreign language can greatly benefit from completing a TEFL course. In the world of teaching English, there are many skills, techniques and cultural insights that a TEFL course can help a teacher navigate successful lessons and skills. This is especially true for new teachers of the English Language that may have little to no experience teaching in new and different cultures. A new teacher that undertakes a TEFL course will also be introduced to basic foundations of teaching methods, while also having the opportunity to learn and review some of the practical applications of the many rules and proper usage of concepts such as the forms of tense, clauses, modal verbs, grounds and other application structures in teaching the English Language. Completion of a TEFL course can also boost the confidence of newer teachers by providing these foundations. If a new English teacher were to attempt to navigate a class without a TEFL certificate, there is a good chance that they would lack some of the basic skills of teaching in a environment that is culturally different from the teacher's native. A good example of this would be about the concept of shame or saving face in some cultures. If a teacher spends time correcting all mistakes during the activate phase of a lesson in a manner which could hurt the confidence of the students, this could impede the overall learning experience and diminish the established rapport between the students and the teacher. A TEFL course helps teachers to learn when and how to properly correct students in an encouraging manner. Another example of the benefit of a TEFL course is if a new teacher is assigned to teach an intermediate class. A group of students that have learned the basic rules of English could potentially be confused by the new teacher if he or she only relies on the ability to speak fluent English. A native speaking English teacher, while fluent in the English language, may not inherently remember the technical rules and structures of the English Language (with the possible exception of individuals that have college degrees majoring in English Studies). Again, this could affect the self-confidence of both the teacher and students. Another advantage of completing a TEFL course is learning about the many resources and the use of effective lesson planning for a class. Depending on the location and budget of schools and educational institutions that provide English Language classes, there are a multitude of learning resources available to help students achieve a better grasp of the English language. These resources can help to encourage and motivate students, while keeping the class focused on the learning process. A TEFL course provides suggestions on how best to utilize such resources. A teacher must also understand that flexibility is important for a lesson plan, as well as how to prepare one. If a lesson plan is outdated or needs supplemental information and resources, a teacher must learn to recognize the necessity and improvise accordingly. Techniques for such a situation are also covered in the course materials of a TEFL certificate. For English teachers that may pursue other, more advanced teaching certifications in the future, a TEFL course can help to lay a solid foundation in the world of teaching English as a Foreign Language. For example, some teachers may need or desire CELTA training and other higher levels certification for their English teaching careers. The TEFL certificate may be required as the first step in attaining a higher level certification such as this. Understanding the basics in a TEFL course can help teachers to progress to this at some point in their personal careers; the TEFL certificate can indeed be the doorway to future prospects. Finally, another advantage to completing a TEFL course is that by doing so, it adds credibility to English teaching schools. Teachers that have TEFL certificates show that they have invested time and effort to achieve the certificate as part of their training. While being fluent in English is a good trait to have, the extra training offered through a TEFL course gives a rounded structure to the teacher/classroom dynamic. This is why most, if not all English teaching schools, require teachers to attain a TEFL certificate before being considered for employment . This also shows the school's local community that the educational establishment is legitimate and genuinely invested in the students that attend. In conclusion, there are many great advantages in completing a TEFL course. It is important for teachers to review and implement the concepts, techniques and procedures offered in the course. It also gives newer teachers a basic foundation into their English teaching careers, while simultaneously opening the door to a rewarding career with potential to progress to higher levels of teaching English to the world. A TEFL course also shows that a teacher has made a commitment to teaching English in a professional manner which will benefit themselves, students and the institution that offers learning of the English language. John Maxwell Golden Jr.