Alternative Teaching

Exploring alternative paths to teaching English in Asia without a degree can open doors to exciting opportunities for individuals passionate about language education. While a bachelor's degree is typically a requirement for teaching English as a foreign language in many countries, there are alternative routes for those who may not possess this qualification. From teaching English online to pursuing TEFL certification, there are various avenues to consider for those eager to embark on a fulfilling teaching journey in Asia. 1. Teaching English Online: In the digital age, teaching English online has emerged as a popular and flexible option for educators without a degree. Platforms such as VIPKid, Cambly, and iTutorGroup offer opportunities for individuals to teach English to students around...  [Read more]

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Mark Crocker Budget and Salary Many English language teachers working overseas need to send home a portion of their monthly salary to pay off outstanding obligations, such as a student loan or a property mortgage. However, with so many money transfer options available, how do you know which is the right method to suit your personal circumstances? Taking into consideration factors such as transfer fees, exchange rates, and transfer time, we have put together the following guide to help you make the right decision. The first option you might want to consider is using a standard bank. In many countries, international bank transfers are relatively inexpensive and the transaction will clear within a couple of days. This is typically the case in South...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Teaching Ideas The grammar worksheet is an integral part of any English class. It’s straight-forward and gets the job done. Nevertheless, both teachers and students always welcome alternatives to the, often so boring, worksheets. Here you go - ten alternatives to boring English worksheets! These days, a lot of learning occurs visually and many more students respond to visual learning. Have your students make their own videos or research and show videos relating to an English grammar point to the class for a great alternative to a worksheet - it will really get your students excited! Also Read: 7 Activities for Teaching Passive Voice in the ESL Classroom Yes, interactive notebooks can be a lot of work, and teachers often lack the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Are there alternatives to punishment? In this essay, we will explore what punishment sought to achieve within a classroom environment versus its applicability when seeking alternatives. Particular attention will be placed on measures that teachers may promote to achieve a class-culture that favors deterrence above sanction. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Aaron T. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Before we can understand what punishment promotes and if possible alternatives are available, we must first know what punishment is within the parameters of a classroom. “Punishment involves some kind of unpleasantness or infliction...  [Read more]

  Former trainee Pam completed her TEFL/TESOL training in Phuket Thailand. In this TEFL review video Pam talks about her experiences during the second week of her four week course. She outlines some of the input sessions of the course including the grammar and teaching skills components as well as the teaching practice sessions. 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. I believe that this unit has been very resourceful as it has shown me an array of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Educational games are methodical tools for achieving a learning goal. A successful learning game should combine motivating player’s life and interesting learning content. Games should not just be practical gaps fillers in the learning process but also serve to impart certain knowledge and to consolidate skills through exercises. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Toufik Z. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Games have a lot of advantages, such as they address sides of students who often lack a predominantly cognitive learning process and the information is taken actively by them, however not intentionally sought but incidentally...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Visa and Legal The famous Italian culture, stunning landscapes and delicious cuisine are just a few of the reasons why Italy continues to be one of the most popular destinations in Europe for teaching English abroad. Unfortunately, obtaining a work visa to legally teach English in Italy can be a challenge for non-EU citizens. However, if you have your heart set on it, all is not lost as there are alternatives to explore. One popular option that suits many people is to apply for a student visa which allows you to study a course of your choice and work up to 20 hours per week as an ESL teacher in a local language school. To apply for a student visa for Italy the first step is to visit the website of your nearest Italian Consulate to...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Like we all know, the English alphabet has 26 letters. These 26 letters can make 44 different sounds or phonemes – 20 sounds come from the vowels a, e, i, o and u; and 24 sounds come from the remaining 21 consonants. A phoneme is the smallest unit of sound that can change the meaning of a word. If we consider sounds made simply by the letter ‘a’ for instance, in the word ‘apple’ – it’s /ae/, in ‘car’ – it’s /a:/, in amount – it’s /a/, and so on. This, consequently, makes English a non-phonetic language, which means that the pronunciation of a word is not dependent on its spelling. Now in order to pronounce a word correctly, we need to get three factors in it right - vowel sounds,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Students from different cultures face various problems. Our TEFL graduate shares their experience of teaching Colombian students. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL alumna shares their experience of teaching in Hong Kong. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on what personal qualities are important in the ESL classroom. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to lesson planning principles. Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion. Elizaveta...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Students from different cultures face various problems. Our TEFL graduate shares their experience of teaching Colombian students. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL alumna shares their experience of teaching in Hong Kong. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on what personal qualities are important in the ESL classroom. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to lesson planning principles. Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion. Elizaveta...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas As a teacher you are in charge of a classroom of children, it can be relatively hard to meet all students needs and maintain control. A lot of teachers develop alternative ways to manage students. This can be by establishing classroom rules right from the start and to maintain these rules right throughout the year. Popular discipline techniques are positive discipline, these techniques use positive reinforcement to encourage students to behave, this is a much better way, rather than negative reinforcement, with punishment and humiliation. The teachers turn to problem-solving and then use classroom discussions, so opinions are heard and self-awareness which resolves the problem...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Did you say games in a classroom? Is that even possible? Many people around the world cannot imagine or accept that education can be fun too. However, it is very important to motivate, entertain and vary the class activities in order to avoid class boredom. Entertainment in class is also important because it helps to establish rapport in the class (it creates a relaxed, fun and motivated environment) and it works as an evaluation tool (gives us information about the student's’ knowledge). One particularly telling definition of games was explained by Diane Ackerman, a famous American poet and essayist, who stated that “Play is our brain's favorite way of learning”. This post...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Punishment is used in the classroom as a means from the teacher to gain control. It can work but the teacher has a huge responsibility in the way she executes punishment. Reinforcing good behavior should be the primary strategy in a classroom but if punishment is necessary, then the teacher needs to consider a few crucial elements to punishment. It is important to teach students alternative behavior instead of what the student is doing at the moment. The teacher should be clear about what she expects from the student or the student won’t change his behavior and will also be confused about the appropriate behavior. It is also common practice for a teacher to threaten to punish the whole class for the bad behavior...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to lesson planning principles. Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Songs can be a great alternative to other types of materials. Our TEFL graduate shares how to use them in your ESL class. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Understanding other cultures is very important for ESL teachers. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how to develop skills in it. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why storytelling is useful with ESL students? Read this article written by our TEFL graduate....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to lesson planning principles. Our TEFL graduate shares their opinion. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Songs can be a great alternative to other types of materials. Our TEFL graduate shares how to use them in your ESL class. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Understanding other cultures is very important for ESL teachers. Our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how to develop skills in it. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why storytelling is useful with ESL students? Read this article written by our TEFL graduate....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post is devoted to some exciting and engaging games which were shared by our TEFL student. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate considers punishment as ineffective method and offers some alternatives to it. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article was written by our TEFL graduate. They share their thoughts on the importance of reading. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on the problem of teaching grammar. Our TEFL graduate clarifys what does it mean to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Students with lack of motivation are unlikely to succeed in their English learning. Our TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to increase students' interest and will to learn. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Here, in this article, you can find some ideas and tips on creating and adjusting materials to your students' needs. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this article, our TEFL graduate shares their effective methods of teaching vocabulary. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post contains information on learning techniques. ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas There are 3 main areas which a Good teacher must master before creating a fully autonomous environment inside their classroom. Providing students with clearly defined rules and procedures is the first behavior management strategy. This involves the classroom rules. Second discipline strategy is promoting positive student behavior through rewards. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Devin E. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. This simply means rewarding students for good behavior and conditioning them to think and act appropriately and they will be compensated positively. The last one, there must consequences for disruptive behavior....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the alternatives for punishment. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the common pronunciation problems students face in Azerbaijan and the reasons why they take place. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the use of computer technologies in the classroom. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on using games in the classroom. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on how to motivate EFL students. Ramon Perez Teaching Ideas In today’s blog, we will briefly discuss what a lesson plan is, the 5 elements mentioned above, and go into depth about what a lesson plan may consist of. Ramon Perez Teaching Ideas The following post will discuss a few alternatives to help teach difficult or abstract concepts inside a...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to use flashcards in teaching. Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their experience of teaching in Shanghai, China. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the alternatives for punishment. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the common pronunciation problems students face in Azerbaijan and the...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of Online ESL Teaching Certification 3. ITTT Online ESL Certification Programs 4. Why Choose ITTT for your Online ESL Teaching Certification Are you looking to start a career in teaching English as a second language (ESL)? Getting certified is a crucial step in achieving your goal. With the rise of online education, pursuing an online ESL teaching certification has become more accessible and convenient than ever before. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) offers a range of online ESL certification programs designed to help you become a qualified ESL teacher. Obtaining an ESL teaching certification online comes with a multitude of benefits. Firstly, online certification programs provide flexibility, allowing you to study at your own pace and schedule....  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of Virtual English Teaching 3. Qualifications and Requirements 4. How ITTT Can Help Virtual English teaching has become increasingly popular in the United Arab Emirates, offering an innovative and convenient way for individuals to learn English from the comfort of their own homes. As a leading provider of TEFL and TESOL training, ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) is dedicated to preparing educators for the virtual classroom setting. With our comprehensive courses and support, teachers can gain the skills and confidence needed to excel in this dynamic field. There are numerous advantages to virtual English teaching, both for educators and students. For teachers, the flexibility of working remotely allows for a better work-life balance and the...  [Read more]

Ramon Perez Destinations There are tools that can help you improve your teaching experience in China. In this blog post, we will discuss a few apps that can aid in making our day to day journey a little easier. Ramon Perez Teaching Ideas In today’s blog, we will briefly discuss what a lesson plan is, the 5 elements mentioned above, and go into depth about what a lesson plan may consist of. Ramon Perez Teaching Ideas The following post will discuss a few alternatives to help teach difficult or abstract concepts inside a class, without having to rely on translation. Jon ITTT TEFL Information ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Parents play an integral role in the students learning of the English language. Parents are a large part of the foundation for the support system of the learning process. The student spends the majority of their time with the parents, so the environment and tone the parents set will influence the student’s ability and willingness to learn. If the home is supportive of English learning, it will aid in assisting the student in learning English more effectively then if the home or the parents was not supportive. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Angela H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Parents can be supportive by ensuring...  [Read more]

  This is a TESOL review video by ITTT course graduate Andreea. Andreea was unable to attend onsite classes and found that the online TESOL course was an ideal alternative. ITTT offers both online and in-class courses ensuring that there is a course to suit your schedule. 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. Another highly interesting unit. I found this a lot easier then the present tense module, maybe it is just because i seemed to have understood...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Destinations TEFL Information Learning a new language is one of the many possible benefits when teaching English overseas. However, how do you go about learning a new language? Here are our top 5 tips on how to learn a new language when teaching English abroad. Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Working online from anywhere in the world is an attractive way of life for many people these days. If you are a qualified English teacher you should check out this post on how to find a job as an English teacher online. Mark Crocker Destinations Many teachers who choose Europe as their destination for...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of Online TEFL Courses 3. ITTT's Online TEFL Course 4. How to Enroll in ITTT's Online TEFL Course Are you looking to start a career in teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL)? Consider enrolling in an online TEFL course in Toronto. Online TEFL courses offer flexibility, convenience, and quality training for aspiring teachers. In this article, we will explore the benefits of online TEFL courses, specifically focusing on the course provided by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). Online TEFL courses provide numerous benefits for individuals looking to become certified English teachers. Firstly, online courses offer flexibility in terms of study schedule. With the ability to access course materials and lectures online, students can study at their own...  [Read more]

1. Affordable Online TEFL Courses 2. Benefits of Taking an Online TEFL Course 3. Accreditation and Quality Assurance 4. How to Choose the Right TEFL Course Are you looking for affordable options to earn your TEFL certification online? Look no further! In today's competitive job market, having a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certification can open up a world of opportunities for you. Whether you are looking to teach English abroad or online, getting certified is the first step towards a rewarding career in education. Taking an online TEFL course is a convenient and cost-effective way to obtain your certification. With flexible study schedules and affordable tuition fees, online TEFL programs offer a great alternative to traditional in-person courses. You can study from the...  [Read more]