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  Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL) is an all encompassing term that covers the various ways computers are used by teachers and students to aid the process of language learning. As the availability and sophistication of computer technology continues to grow, so does its relevance in the English language classroom. Although computers are not a replacement for the knowledge and skills of a well-trained and experienced English teacher, they do offer a number of ways to help the language learning process. There are many types of software programs available to help students learn and practice new language skills, as well as many websites aimed at English language students. The internet also provides teachers with access to all manner of teaching resources including...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A computer has led to greater strides in education, allowing students and teachers opportunities to use multiple learning tools in ways that were unimaginable some years ago. A computer has gained a well-defined function in English teaching and learning. Computers have enhanced drill on basic skills such as decoding, reading comprehension, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation and so on. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Florence C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The usage of computers in English language teaching and learning started as early as the 1950s. Computers have programs specially designed for teaching and...  [Read more]

Why Cali is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in Cali TEFL Course Options Available in Cali Cultural Integration While Teaching in Cali Top TEFL Providers in Cali: Focus on ITTT Cali is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in Cali, with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in Cali include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in Cali requires a solid understanding of the local culture, helping teachers build strong relationships with their students. ITTT offers flexible TEFL...  [Read more]

Why Calpi is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in Calpi TEFL Course Options Available in Calpi Cultural Integration While Teaching in Calpi Top TEFL Providers in Calpi: Focus on ITTT Calpi is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in Calpi, with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in Calpi include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in Calpi requires a solid understanding of the local culture, helping teachers build strong relationships with their students. ITTT offers flexible...  [Read more]

Why Calpe is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in Calpe TEFL Course Options Available in Calpe Cultural Integration While Teaching in Calpe Top TEFL Providers in Calpe: Focus on ITTT Calpe is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in Calpe, with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in Calpe include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in Calpe requires a solid understanding of the local culture, helping teachers build strong relationships with their students. ITTT offers flexible...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Being a teacher is an art that should be learned with a lot of patience, devotion and a great wish. It should embrace many years of constant self – development, training, willingness for knowledge, stable mind and character. It is an interesting profession that takes time and experience to achieve and accomplish. It is not only about finishing a degree in teaching, but it is also a psychological lifetime training. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tatiana P. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. As a teacher, I can state that working with people is interesting and difficult at the same time, especially when it comes to teaching....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English to foreign students can be challenging, yet one of the most rewarding experiences. Providing education on the English language to young, middle-aged, or older individuals can be an eventful experience, shaping an instructor’s portfolio and personal life. In this report, I explore possible advantages and disadvantages of teaching English to university students in China from a prospective instructor’s perspective. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Dhanisha N. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teaching, in general, can be an action-packed experience. There are often peaks and valleys. Thus, it is interesting and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Computers are becoming more and more common in the classroom. While they should not be relied upon as the main or sole source of teaching, they can be very helpful for students and teachers in the classroom. One of the complaints about Computer-aided language learning (CALL) is that computers can be costly and it requires many of them to teach, but that does not have to be the case. In fact, computers can be cost-effective in that almost all other teaching equipment and their features can be used on one or a few computers. Part I of this essay will discuss the advantages CALL has over other forms of technology. Part II will discuss the useful activities and applications of CALL in the classroom. This post was...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas When teaching young learners, one must be prepared to face the challenge with an open heart and respect. Children deserve our respect as much as adults do, and if we manage, as educators, to offer them our respect and moreover, our trust, they will progress beautifully. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Flavia-Ioana S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. To fully explain some of the difficulties and the ways of dealing with them, when teaching kindergarteners, I will start by taking a look at the most challenging part. In my opinion, sparking their interest and keeping them focused for a longer period, is one of the most difficult...  [Read more]

Why San Antonio de la Cal is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in San Antonio de la Cal TEFL Course Options Available in San Antonio de la Cal Cultural Integration While Teaching in San Antonio de la Cal Top TEFL Providers in San Antonio de la Cal: Focus on ITTT San Antonio de la Cal is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in San Antonio de la Cal, with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in San Antonio de la Cal include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in San Antonio de...  [Read more]

Why La Luz (La Cal) is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in La Luz (La Cal) TEFL Course Options Available in La Luz (La Cal) Cultural Integration While Teaching in La Luz (La Cal) Top TEFL Providers in La Luz (La Cal): Focus on ITTT La Luz (La Cal) is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in La Luz (La Cal), with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in La Luz (La Cal) include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in La Luz (La Cal) requires a solid understanding of the local...  [Read more]

Why Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) TEFL Course Options Available in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) Cultural Integration While Teaching in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) Top TEFL Providers in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal): Focus on ITTT Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal), with job opportunities in schools, language centers,...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences I have eight years of experience teaching English to children in Japan. I was usually the sole teacher in the classroom. I taught at an eikaiwa. An eikaiwa is when the children come to study English after school or on the weekends. Many personal qualities were important for me to develop as an English Teacher, to become successful and confident in the classroom. I will discuss these personal qualities, and how they improved my English lessons for my students. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rachel S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. I learned how to stay calm in all situations, often I taught young children who would cry...  [Read more]

Michela Coticone TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Classroom management creates a set of rules and guidelines that helps to keep an organized classroom environment. Having a good structure for classroom management opens the door for the teacher to engage in the students learning and development. It would be almost impossible for the teacher to be able to do his/her job effectively if a classroom is disorganized and fails to have effective classroom management expectations in place. To practice good classroom management the teacher must be patient and set clear boundaries throughout the course This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sarah C. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas One common problem the EFL teacher may confront in the classroom is a group of learners who are confused, intimidated, or anxious. In a word, classroom stress has the potential to significantly hinder the prospects of a successful learning experience. What are some techniques the teacher can employ to overcome this obstacle or to prevent it from emerging in the first place? This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Brian J. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. A useful way to begin answering this question is by referring back to the two videos presented in unit 10 of this TEFL course. In the first video, one sees a classroom of confused and...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Although all parts of a lesson are important, the engage phase (or warm up) may be the most important. The engage phase is the departing point of the lesson, where you need to draw the attention of the students away from other occurrences of the day and make them focus on learning the English language. Choosing an activity to grab the students' attention can be a challenge, as it needs to work within just a few minutes. Through various studies, music has shown to be an activity which utilizes many parts of the brain at once, and therefore is a great activity to “jump start” the brain, and get students to focus more quickly. This post was written by our TEFL certification...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Teaching Ideas So you have got your TEFL certificate in hand and are about to set foot into your very own classroom abroad. You have planned your lessons, created your teaching materials and marked the right pages in your textbook. There’s only one more thing to consider: challenging students! Here are the 5 common types of EFL students and how to deal with them in the classroom. Every teacher loves students who are eager to learn and enthusiastic about your lesson. However, there’s often a student in a class that demonstrates his/her eagerness in a destructive and disruptive way. This student may call out all the answers to your questions before raising their hand or end up telling you all...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Although all parts of a lesson are equally important, the "engage phase" may be the most important. The “engage phase” is the departing point of the lesson, and where you will focus the attention of the students away from the other occurrences of the day, and make them focus on learning the English language. Choosing the activity in which to grab the students' attention can be a challenge, as it must grab the students’ attention within one or two minutes. The best types of activities are those in which students are fully engaged in a cognitive, critical thinking process. Through various studies, music has shown to be an activity which utilizes many parts of the brain at once and therefore is a great activity...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences We can notice two approaches of teachers to the possibility of teaching to beginner students: the first is the craze, the second is the fear. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Cassandre F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Indeed, an experienced teacher will no doubt look forward to introducing a new language to novices who are most motivated and interested in learning English. But if the opportunity to teach novices materializes, a young teacher still inexperienced will feel apprehension and fear in the face of this ambitious challenge. Fear of not knowing where to start his lessons, fear of failing to instill in his...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas I have never met a person who is not interested in languages because of their attraction. Learning a foreign language appropriately, correctly, and faster is the concern of most non-native speakers, which propelled them to seek effective methods for learning languages. This process yielded a new field of research called Computer-Aided Language learning or CALL, which is "the use of computational methods and techniques as well as new media for language learning and teaching." Consequently, most modern learning languages focus on technology applications, where using computers and electronic devices plays an important role in the learning process. In this essay, I will solely...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Language is rarely uniform. Especially when spread out over a great distance, rifts form in a language which causes dialectical differences, which are sometimes extreme. Such is especially true of the English language: several qualities divide American, British, and Australian English. Many of these differences developed inevitably over time, due to geographic and cultural separation. However, several factors contributed to the language differences between these areas. This paper will examine these differences and the reasons for them, focusing on the dialects of Britain and America. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Rachel B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A language is a tool for people to communicate, so there must be some connections among different languages, include similarities and differences. If we can use their similarities properly and pay attention to differences, different languages can be interlinked. Therefore, the first language not only has a positive impact but also hurts second language acquisition. We call these effects ‘language transfer’. There are two kinds of language transfer, positive transfer, and negative transfer. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Tiffany C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. If the first language has a good impact on second...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Is it appropriate to punish younger children in an ESL classroom? No, there is no need for that. Punishment is such a strong word to use for children when trying to learn a new language. Learning a new language may be difficult for everyone. It requires patience towards the children you teach and patience towards yourself. Punish us not the word that I would use, discipline is. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Kathrina M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. At some point, the children in your class would misbehave during a lesson. Yes, it would disturb the flow of the class. Others can also join the other student and misbehave as...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The following blog post is about an ITTT graduate who shares his story on how learning Chinese helped him to become a better English teacher in China. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Joseph S. A common saying imparted to me by one of my professors goes like this: "What do you call someone who speaks three languages? Trilingual. What do you call someone who speaks two languages? Bilingual. What do you call someone who speaks only one language? American." I have found this to be extremely true for the majority of cases, and, as a young student, it spurred me to want to learn as much of other languages as I possibly could. I grew up in a monolingual home, however, as a child, I spent much of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Teaching offers the chance to change other people's lives permanently for the better. As a teacher, you can help develop someone's subject of knowledge and/or their mind and personality. Teachers are instruments that ignite powerful thoughts in students, helping them unleash their true potential. In addition to being knowledgeable in their area of expertise and having the ability to plan and execute lesson plans, to be an effective and successful teacher you need to possess some personal emulateable skills. To bring a long-term impact in the lives of your students, it's important to have the following qualities; This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Magdaline A. Please note that this blog...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A teacher’s role has the greatest impact on a student’s ability to learn the language. I have never experienced teaching a language to foreign students yet, but I have been a student of a foreign language. The students always tend to feel overworked, or overly informed, and lose their attention and interest in the class, regardless of their own decision to attend the class. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Beatriz E. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. It is very important to define a teacher’s role, not just to be the facilitator or resource person, but to be their language model and influence. Being fully aware of your...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Which methodology uses music to calm us down before learning? It is called Suggestopedia. How does that work? In the 1970’s Georgi Lozanov introduced a new teaching method called Suggestopedia. As psychological theory was developing, one of the ideas that emerged was called the affective filter. The affective filter is a barrier to learning; it's one of the reasons why we are inhibited in our learning of a language. There are two main elements to the affective filter, two sets of factors; these are known as internal and external factors. The external factors to learning may be just simple things such as external noise, people talking to us while we're trying to learn for example....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This essay discusses the various ways in which teachers can more effectively manage their classroom. Understanding these methods and having them as a toolkit for everyday lessons can help to minimize student distractions, increase motivation and concentration and ultimately allow the students to learn as much as possible. I will briefly discuss the 9 key considerations below. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Phoebe C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Looking for your students in the eye has many benefits, such as maintaining discipline, encouraging contributions and illustrating that they are all involved in the lesson. Be...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas English is one of the most common languages in the world. Knowing English can help people communicate with others from different countries and seek opportunities to have a better job or life. English can bring benefits to everyone, no matter how old they are. Therefore, English is becoming essential in many areas and more people, from kids to adults, are learning it as a second language. To help people learn English effectively, teachers play a significant role in their learning progress. There are many types of students and depending on their needs, ages, and personalities, teachers must learn how to adjust their teaching styles accordingly. This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Effective classroom management broadly refers to the overall success of the lessons you are teaching. For a class to run effectively, the teacher must establish the skills required to provide a clear, controlled and inspiring lesson. This includes managing all stages of each lesson, and dealing with any problem behavior should it arise. Classroom management is vital to sustaining meaningful academic learning. A chaotic classroom will not only negatively impact a student’s ability and motivation to learn, but it will also increase teacher stress and the formation of negative student-teacher relationships. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Fiona R. Please note that this blog post might not...  [Read more]