Best Way To Teach English Online

1. Introduction to Teaching English in Japan 2. Qualifications and Requirements 3. Job Opportunities in Japan 4. Benefits of Teaching English in Japan Teaching English in Japan is a popular and rewarding career choice for many individuals. With a rich cultural heritage, advanced technology, and a high demand for English language education, Japan offers a unique and exciting environment for English teachers. Whether you are a seasoned educator or just starting out in the field, there are a variety of opportunities available to teach English in Japan. To teach English in Japan, most employers require a bachelor's degree in any field. Additionally, obtaining a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) or TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certification is highly...  [Read more]

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  http://www.teflonline.net This video is the first of two that looks at the structure of the Present Perfect tense. Positive: subject +auxiliary verb have/has + past participle I have played. / She has played. Negative: subject + auxiliary verb have/has + not + past participle I have not played. / She has not played. Question: auxiliary verb have/has + subject + past participle Have I played? / Has she played? This verb tense requires the use of the past participle. With regular verbs the past participle is the verb plus ed, for example work - worked. However there are many irregular verbs that do not follow this pattern and have to be learnt from memory. For example, eat- eaten, drink-drunk, teach-taught. Most good grammar books will provide you with lists of irregular verbs....  [Read more]

Federico Riva Destinations TEFL Information Explore the best countries in Europe for teaching ESL: from job opportunities to cultural immersion experiences, find your perfect destination to teach and travel. Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Speaking skills are crucial for language learners. Learn the benefits of fluent speaking in a second language & strategies to improve your English speaking skills in this informative blog post. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, we will look at...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas One of the most important traits a teacher can bring into the classroom is confidence. According to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary Confidence is “a feeling or consciousness of one’s powers or reliance on one’s circumstances” and “ faith or belief that one will act in a right, the proper, or efficient way”. When a teacher is confident in the classroom it will help create a more relaxed and trusting environment. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sarah Z. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. I have found that when I am confident in what I am teaching I am more flexible in the classroom to be able to truly meet my student's...  [Read more]

  In this TESOL review video Jamin talks about his experience taking ITTT’s 120-hour online TESOL course. Jamin is currently living and working as an English teacher in South Korea. He has been working as a teacher for the past 5 years. Despite working as a teacher for several years Jamin found that he still learned several things throughout the course. Jamin recommends the 120-hour course to anyone thinking of taking a TESOL course. 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...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas To begin with, what is discipline? Discipline can be defined by the control gained by enforcing obedience or order. Discipline enables you to have self-control as a teacher. When working in a classroom, using discipline either teaches children to be well behaved or punishing and corrects them. Teachers use discipline to ensure routine is maintained and ensure there is a safe learning environment for the children. Preventive discipline can be defined as the measures many educators take to avert misbehavior by keeping students engaged. A way in which to achieve this is by ensuring the work provided is suitable for the ability and age of the children. Supportive discipline ensures that teachers monitor a child’s...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Learning a new language can be nerve-wracking, especially for young learners who experience a great deal of peer pressure and fear of sounding unintelligent in front of their classmates. This fear is something adults learning a new language experience as well. I have personally experienced it as a native English speaker learning Spanish. Therefore, praise from the teacher they view as an expert in the language they’re learning is vital to the learning process in many ways. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alexandra W. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. I believe praising students is very important. It is essential, however,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The productive skills are Speaking and Writing, They are also known as active skills. While speaking and writing are substantially different in many ways, they both are used for the same purpose to communicate. In many ways writing is the more difficult skills, requiring a greater degree of accuracy. When speaking, any misunderstandings can be cleared 'up on the spot', Whereas this is not possible in writing. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Gayathri D. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Speaking, on the other hand, requires a greater degree of rarely have to think and plan an answer. There are a lot of speaking activities in the...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas There are a number of different ways in which you can work online. In this blog we describe the ways you can do this and briefly describe some of the positives and negatives for each system. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we discuss the types of platfrom available to online English teachers. We then look at ways to add your profile to these platforms in order to attract the maximum number of students to you. Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni...  [Read more]

Juan Pedro Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas 5 fantastic ways to motivate students when teaching online One of the keys to success in learning a language is motivation. We have come to believe that students need to come to class motivated. However, we as teachers play a huge role in motivating students. Online teaching might be a little bit daunting when it comes to motivating students. We have no real contact with them, and building rapport could be harder than in a classroom. Yet, there’s nothing a dedicated teacher cannot achieve! In this post, I will share five fantastic ways to motivate students that I have used in my years as an online teacher. Come and discover them with me! One of the best ways to keep your students...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas There are a number of different ways in which you can work online. In this blog we describe the ways you can do this and briefly describe some of the positives and negatives for each system. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog we discuss the types of platfrom available to online English teachers. We then look at ways to add your profile to these platforms in order to attract the maximum number of students to you. Hoàng Minh Huy TEFL Information Alumni...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Self-assessment is a process through which teachers get to evaluate their work, learning and teaching progress. Self-assessment is a valuable learning tool as well as part of the general assessment process. Teacher self-assessment is important for the following reasons. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate TIEMAKO N. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. It is not enough to just teach the content as it is or as you know it. Self-evaluation is very important because it allows teachers to objectively assess not only their contents/knowledge but the way they teach it. This is an important step because students deserve updated teachers and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Any teacher, new or experienced, might find there are times when he or she lacks confidence in the classroom. Maybe there is a brand-new class of students, human error has caused a fall in confidence, or the teacher is faced with a new topic. Whatever the reason, all teachers have an important job to do, and nervousness must be overcome. While teaching can be a daunting task at times, there are two key ways that a teacher’s confidence can be bolstered and held high: preparation, and experience. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Haley B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Confidence in the classroom is not only important for a...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information In this article an ITTT TEFL course graduate describes the advantages and disadvantages of online TEFL courses and onsite TEFL courses. Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information There are three different ways to earn a TEFL/TESOL certificate. The benefits of each course depend on the needs of the trainee, but each option has something to offer everyone. Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate who shares her experience with lesson planning and explains why it's vital to plan your ESL lessons beforehand. Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information ...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information In this article an ITTT TEFL course graduate describes the advantages and disadvantages of online TEFL courses and onsite TEFL courses. Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information There are three different ways to earn a TEFL/TESOL certificate. The benefits of each course depend on the needs of the trainee, but each option has something to offer everyone. Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information This article was written by an ITTT TEFL course graduate who shares her experience with lesson planning and explains why it's vital to plan your ESL lessons beforehand. Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information ...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Lifestyles of TEFL/TESOL teachers are as varied as the people who teach and the countries they choose to live in. The kind of life you can lead depends on your reasons for becoming a teacher. Many people choose to live and work abroad to escape the hustle and bustle of home. Others are looking for thrills and adventure. The TEFL world caters for everybody from fresh faced graduates to those looking for new experiences and change later in life. We all get that feeling toward the end of a holiday when we’re soaking up the rays and wish that this could last forever. A TEFL certificate lets the dream become reality. Get qualified to teach English and you can live and work in places others only dream of holidaying...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflcourse.net The teaching idea for the future continuous covered in this video involves students picking a card with a picture of an activity on it and inviting their partner to join them. The other student then has to think up an excuse not to as quickly as possible in the future continuous tense. For example: Student A: Would you like to see a movie at the weekend? Student B: Sorry I can't, I'll be washing my hair. Ideas such as this are a great way for ESOL students to put the language they are learning to use in the classroom. Teaching ESOL (teaching English to speakers of other languages) is a fascinating and highly rewarding career choice and one which has a growing number of opportunities at the moment. One of the best ways to become an ESOL teacher is...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT TEFL Information For a lot of people, getting a TEFL certificate is an excellent way to fund their travels around the world and experience other countries in wholly unique ways. Many of these people will find that they enjoy teaching so much that they decide they want to continue in the field. Outlined in this article are some of the possible jobs teachers can take in order to move on in their TEFL career. ## Listen to this blog post: Teacher trainer is a job that you might like to consider after teaching for a while. Helping others to get qualified to teach English is an immensely rewarding job. Duties often include teaching a particular module of the course such as grammar, phonology, lesson planning etc. Teacher trainer jobs can be...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas ESL games are games that can be used in the classroom to practice certain language points and encourage active and creative communication between your students. There are many different games created specifically for use in the English language classroom that can be found online or in any number of resource books. But we are not limited only to those games designed for the class; the majority of games that we played as children or still play as adults can be adapted and used in lessons. Whether games are co-operative or competitive, they are a great way to provide students with a goal to be achieved by using the English they have learned. “Games are fun but are not suitable for the classroom.” There is plenty of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas I believe storytelling is one of the best methods for keeping students engaged while helping them to understand and remember a topic. Regardless of age, everyone enjoys a good story. There are many ways to integrate storytelling into the classroom. One way is to use a story to introduce a new topic. This could mean a funny or personal anecdote relating to the new subject. It could also mean reading aloud from a book or having students listen to an audio recording. Not only will the story grab the attention of the audience, but it will also be a good opportunity to speak somewhat casually with the students, using a variety of vocabulary you expect them to learn in context. An important aspect of storytelling to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Why one-on-one teaching English becomes a trend? Because it is the best way to learn the language! There are many reasons why: it is convenient to both teacher and student in terms of time and location; student progress and development is not in rush - its juts in a perfect pace; the lessons are calibrated base on student’s needs; the teacher is solely focused on one student, and the teacher can be freely creative with the tasks and activities that the student will enjoy. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate John P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. First, it is convenient to both teacher and student in terms of time and...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Budget and Salary TEFL Information Teaching English as a foreign language is one of the most versatile jobs in the world and with modern technology there are virtually no limits on where you can teach. Below is a list of ways you can put your TEFL certificate to good use. English is usually taught as a separate subject in government schools and most EFL teachers will be responsible for teaching predominantly speaking and listening skills. Some schools run English programs where the language of instruction is English for certain subjects such as maths, science, history etc. Also read: The Best Government Programs For Teaching English Abroad Private schools generally offer the same curriculum as government schools...  [Read more]

1. Transform Your Career with Online TEFL Courses 2. Why Choose ITTT for Your TEFL Training? 3. The Benefits of Online TEFL Courses 4. How to Get Started with ITTT's Online TEFL Courses Are you looking to embark on an exciting journey to teach English as a foreign language? Online TEFL courses offer a convenient and flexible way to gain the necessary skills and qualifications to teach English to non-native speakers. With the increasing demand for English language teachers worldwide, pursuing a TEFL certification can open up a world of opportunities for you. By enrolling in online TEFL courses, you can transform your career and make a meaningful impact on the lives of others. When it comes to choosing a provider for your TEFL training, ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) stands out...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences To start with, TEFL is an abbreviation for Teaching English as a Foreign Language to speakers of other languages. This means this was a requirement to teach at a school, and teaching itself is fun and I could learn something new which were the reasons why I chose to study the TEFL. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joshna C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Firstly, the major requirements to teach at an international (formal) school, or in a learning center would be to have a Bachelor's degree along with the TEFL/TESOL certificate. However, some schools are slightly different from their standards and the vast majority of...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This article was written by a course graduate who shares her thoughts on the importance of cultural sensitivity in the classroom and gives tips how you can implement it. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This article was written by a course graduate who shares his thoughts on how to become a more confident teacher in the ESL classroom. Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Are you teaching high schoolers and aren't seeing high participation rates? Here are some of the best ways how to motivate high...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Intrinsic motivation is the type of motivation that comes from within a person. An intrinsically motivated student who is highly motivated will always, all things being equal, outperform the less motivated one. These are the students who simply enjoy what they are doing. They just like learning English. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Scott C. It is the task of the English teacher to create an environment in the classroom which will maximize the opportunity to learn English. The English teacher is the one person who exercises the greatest influence on the student who is engaged in learning English. Once the student is in the classroom it is the teacher's attitude and approach to teaching...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas You are already back after the summer vacation and students should be excited to start a new semester full of interesting activities. But how to impress them from the very beginning if they barely know you? The answer is this: choose one of these stylish outfits and sway into your TEFL teaching like a superstar! If you are an EFL teacher in a university or a high school, this outfit is what you need. These styles perfectly correspond with the atmosphere of institutions like this. Plus, neat-looking teachers are always admired by parents, especially in modest Asian cultures. For a really elegant, classy look choose basic items in pastel colors with classic cuts and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas For the last two years, I have worked as an Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) at a Japanese high school. Along with my teaching job, I have volunteered at a weekly English conversation class, where I teach English to both children and adults. Next year, I plan to transition out of my ALT job and into private ESL teaching. It is most likely that I will do most of my teaching online, where I will be one-on-one with a student. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Bailey J. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. In this case, when looking at my experience with teaching...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflcourse.net An English teaching certification course will cover teaching methodologies, grammar and teaching ideas such as those covered here for the future simple. In the video the teaching ideas are horoscopes, fortune telling and wedding vows. For the horoscope activity students will be given zodiac signs and will create a horoscope for that sign before finding out who in the class the horoscope applies to. The fortune telling idea enables the students to role play using the future simple tense with one student being the fortune teller and the other the customer. Lastly, students create their ideal wedding vows or alternatively they can create silly vows. For many people, gaining English teaching certification is the first step on an exciting and rewarding...  [Read more]