Jessi Oh

  Here we have a set of five words, which all share one sound: the ?oh? sound, as in ?go?, ?show?, ?dough?, ?note? and ?boat?. They?re five different spelling patterns to tell our students so they can identify when to make the ?oh? sound. We can have a simple letter ?o?, ?ow?, ?ough?, ?o? with the magic ?e? which turns our vowel into what we knew as long sounds and the ?oa? as in ?boat?. Now, for a non-native learner, perhaps they can handle something like this. They remember that these spelling combinations help to produce the ?oh? sound and they can go about their business looking at the words and memorizing this knowing that these spelling patterns will produce the sound ?oh?. Now that?s okay until we get to a situation where we can also have words like ?to?, ?cow? and also...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TEFL Ramona Kansas and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: Through these lessons I have gained a much firmer grasp on the methods of teaching. As a beginner teacher, I had a fairly blank slate coming into this course. As I have worked through the units I have been teaching my first classes. This course helped guide me through many of my earliest difficulties and questions. For me, my greatest struggle with english has always been grammar. I love the english language, but I never liked the rules of sentence construction (and tend to write free-wheeling, molding the language to...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Dongying-shi? Are you interested in teaching English in Dongying-shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Check out which city/town you may be more interested in and start your journey| Teaching English as a Foreign Language in a Kindergarten could be interesting, challenging and rewarding at the same time The role of a teacher, conceals in itself the huge responsibility of shaping the world and making it a better place The English language is the most spoken one as a...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TESOL Certification Daly City United States and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: The test doesn't seem to reflect the material in the lessons. Oh well. Lesson plans are helpful as a general guide The test doesn't seem to reflect the material in the lessons. Oh well. Lesson plans are helpful as a general guide  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TESOL Jobs Tripoli Libya and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: Oh my goodness. This lesson was my toughest lesson so far. I have a different point of view on phonetics after completing this lesson. When I teach new words my use of pronunciation is mainly focus on mouth Oh my goodness. This lesson was my toughest lesson so far. I have a different point of view on phonetics after completing this lesson. When I teach new words my use of pronunciation is mainly focus on mouth  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information The following eight couples have traveled the world together and either started out as ESL teachers or supported their travels teaching English in different parts of the world. Some of them are still teaching, others have started their own businesses. Either way, these 8 traveling power couples are an absolute inspiration for ESL teachers and you should follow them right now! Katie and Jake are two budget world wanderers and ESL teachers. They both share a passion for exploring new and exciting destinations across the world. Follow their blog "Untold Wanderlust" to see their very long, round the world adventure whilst teaching. Rosie and Dave are two ‘high-school sweethearts’ who have been teaching and travelling since 2015. They spent two years...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TESOL Certification Ciudad Guayana Venezuela and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: Still finding it hard to find in the lessons where the different stages of ESA are addressed. Oh well. This lesson is basic and seems to make sense except the part on the test about ESA. Teaching active listening is a challenge in light of the fact that when learning a language there is a tendency to tune out when hearing the new language rather than tune in. It just takes patience to help the learner to listen carefully. Still finding it hard to find in the lessons where the different...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TEFL Jobs Ukraine Nikopol and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: I have an experience of teaching in hong kong and learning experience in both hong kong and canada. It gives me the differences of being a student learning a new language in canada and also I learnt what kind of difficulties of a student will face when learning a new language. All these experiences help me to think and plan a better lesson for my students. Because sometimes you won't be able to remember how we learn english when we were young. We just know oh right we need to remember this and that. Like in...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Why are games important? Why do we play games? How do people play games in the class? These are the questions people usually ask. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jessie l. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Normally their concern is what they can learn from the games? In my opinion, playing games in the classroom is not only for fun but also for practicing and reviewing what you have learned. In my class I have always enjoyed playing games, I have used many different games as well. Students may be able to understand a new concept or idea. At the beginning of the class(Engage), you do not have to teach students the grammar in this part. We just have fun and engage the...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Dongxing Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Aba Zangzu Qiangzu Zizhizhou —? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Successful language teaching consists of a balanced combination of the four skills, which are listening, reading, writing, speaking, as well as and an engagement with cultural practices of the countries in which the acquired language is spoken. Music in general and songs in particular offer an excellent and accessible way to combine all four...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Xinhu Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Dongying Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Jessi Honeycutt TEFL Comparative teaching methodologies There is a grander purpose of education in a society and a community. Education is the cornerstone of any social community or society. When you have the education you can understand and have a basis for political, religious, and economic points. Having knowledge is the basis of existence, remembering holds a...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Xiping Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Mianyang Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. No one can deny the fact that grammar isn't hard and complicated to deal with, but on the other hand essential and useful when it comes to improve language performance and correctness. The latter used to be a challenging task, but with practice, it has turned into something entertaining and funny. I do have a great deal of knowledge regarding the content of this...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences There is a grander purpose of education in a society and a community. Education is the cornerstone of any social community or society. When you have the education you can understand and have a basis for political, religious, and economic points. Knowing is the basis of existence, remembering holds a legacy. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jessi H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The role of the teacher is to teach students how to think critically and objectively about the world around them, and to have an influence on the world around them. Another important role the teacher has is to teach the methods of learning so that the student can continue learning...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TEFL Summit South Dakota and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: Common Linguistic Problems (11) I've been here in the philippines now for a little under two years. In that time, I have been observing “Filipino english” quite a bit. The Philippine government recognizes two “official” languages, Filipino and english. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the philippines were under colonial rule of spain. The spanish government dictated that spanish be the official language of the philippines. (There was no national native language spoken, as each region has its own unique...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TEFL Colchester Illinois and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: Thanks to this course I've learnt to change my viewpoint. In fact, until now I've always been on the other side of the classroom! So, while reading particular units I've found myself thinking “oh really? Now I understand why!”. In my opinion being able to understand both the student's and the teacher's point of view is very important, as it enables to be more sensitive and to look for a more balanced lesson. Also, I've discovered the value of praising and eliciting! For example, two days ago I went to a...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TEFL Pooler Georgia and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: One of the biggest things I've been reminded of is that a ‘rule' in language is often a ‘guideline'. Basics rules are somewhat easy to learn, but then going beyond the basics can be mind boggling. The examples and explanations of the parts of english were very well laid out with great examples in the course material. Showing the structures in a formula format really helped and I have found that it helps students too. I also was reminded of how much english, by definition, I had forgotten over the years. The...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Quebec? Are you interested in teaching English in Amos, Quebec? Check out our opportunities in Amos, 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 TEFL 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! Thanks to this course I've learnt to change my viewpoint. In fact, until now I've always been on the other side of the classroom! So, while reading particular units I've found myself thinking “oh really? Now I understand...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TEFL Scituate Rhode Island and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: One of the biggest things I've been reminded of is that a ‘rule' in language is often a ‘guideline'. Basics rules are somewhat easy to learn, but then going beyond the basics can be mind boggling. The examples and explanations of the parts of english were very well laid out with great examples in the course material. Showing the structures in a formula format really helped and I have found that it helps students too. I also was reminded of how much english, by definition, I had forgotten over the years....  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Quebec? Are you interested in teaching English in Marieville, Quebec? Check out our opportunities in Marieville, 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 TEFL 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! Common Linguistic Problems (11) I've been here in the philippines now for a little under two years. In that time, I have been observing “Filipino english” quite a bit. The Philippine government recognizes two...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about TEFL Peak South Carolina and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: said: “Allo mate, gotta fag?” Oh my god, what did he just say?!? Yes, it is the same language, but sometimes it can seem as if it's completely foreign. Nowadays, the world is getting smaller and it is becoming easier and easier to travel. More people from the UK are visiting the united states and more Americans are visiting the UK. Interaction between our two countries is becoming closer and the internet is bringing us together in ways we would have never imagined only 10 years ago. What does that mean for us? It...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Prince Edward Island? Are you interested in teaching English in Cornwall, Prince Edward Island? Check out our opportunities in Cornwall, 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 TEFL 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! One of the biggest things I've been reminded of is that a ‘rule' in language is often a ‘guideline'. Basics rules are somewhat easy to learn, but then going beyond the basics can be mind...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Northwest Territories? Are you interested in teaching English in Paulatuk, Northwest Territories? Check out our opportunities in Paulatuk, 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 TEFL 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! One of the biggest things I've been reminded of is that a ‘rule' in language is often a ‘guideline'. Basics rules are somewhat easy to learn, but then going beyond the basics can be mind...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas ESA is a three-stage methodology where each of the letters represents a particular phase of the lesson. The first one being called the Engage phase, the second the Study phase and the final one the Activate phase. Tamara Jennings Teaching Ideas Are you an English teacher and trying to find suitable material for your lessons? This blog post focuses on media influences in assisting with ESL learning. Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Developments in the study of Psychology starting from the 1950's led to new theories of learning. These theories were translated into new methods. One such method was called Suggestopedia. What does this method involve and how effective does it appear to be? Mudita Yajnik TEFL Information...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Chhattisgarh? Are you interested in teaching English in Manendragarh, Chhattisgarh? Check out our opportunities in Manendragarh, 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 TEFL 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! I have been teaching english for preschoolers for seven years now, and with all of that I felt that being in this course gave me such a great confidence in completing my career as a teacher because I...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Quebec? Are you interested in teaching English in Baie DUrfé, Quebec? Check out our opportunities in Baie DUrfé, 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 TEFL 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! I have been teaching english for preschoolers for seven years now, and with all of that I felt that being in this course gave me such a great confidence in completing my career as a teacher because I have learned a...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Cuifeng Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Jinzhong Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. This essay aims to deal with problems of pronunciation that are peculiar to Czech students of English. As a starting point I will look for the causes of the difficulties in the norms of the L1. I will also assume that difficulties not rooted in the norms of Czech speech are not L1 based problems - which is to say that they may occur to any student or native speaker...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas When using the ESA methodology, there are a number of lesson formats available. In the third of this series we look at a Patchwork lesson. What does a Patchwork lesson look like and for what level of student is it most appropriate? Najwa Sabih Destinations Alumni Experiences Are you interested in teaching English in Turkey? Read this blog post written by an ITTT course graduate about her experience teaching English in Turkey. Federico Riva TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas When using the ESA methodology, there are a number of lesson formats available. In the second of this series we look at a Boomerang lesson. What does a boomerang lesson look like and for what level of student is it most appropriate? Federico...  [Read more]

Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas Developments in the study of Psychology starting from the 1950's led to new theories of learning. These theories were translated into new methods. One such method was called Suggestopedia. What does this method involve and how effective does it appear to be? Mudita Yajnik TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Setting up the classroom is often overlooked by teachers - but it's oh-so important! In this blog post, we take a look at the importance of the ESL classroom setup. Federico Riva TEFL Information Teaching Ideas What are some of the most important reasons for planning our lessons? Covering these ideas will then inform us as to what we should actually put on our lesson plan. In this blog post, we cover both these aspects of...  [Read more]

Margaret Paton TEFL Information Alumni Experiences So, you’ve got your shiny new TESOL or TEFL certificate in hand. What now? Like you, I’m a new starter to this career of teaching English to non-native speakers, so I wanted to share five tips on what not to do in your early days. In short, having been a K-12 teacher might not get you through, be flexible about your availability, you might need a police check and your skills might not be valued in particular countries. Build up some experience, even if it’s voluntary. Even before I enrolled in the ITTT TESOL course, I was already reaching out to agencies who were hungry for native English speakers for tutoring work. There must have been one too many of these sponsored posts popping up in my Facebook news feed, I figure. Maybe I...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Budget and Salary TEFL Information Welcome, I'm Linda from ITTT, and we are doing a live Q&A session today, so let me just check if this is working. Is anybody here if you're here, if you can see me if you can hear me. Please, leave a comment. That would be great so that I know that you are here. And, please, let me know where you guys are tuning in from? I would be super interested to see where you are tuning in from. I'm in South Korea. I'm about an hour and a half outside of Seoul, like in the middle of South Korea in a city called Cheongju. It's not that big. It is quite big, but it's not pretty well known, but um, I've been here for five and a half years already. So, hello, some people are here great! Hi, welcome! Where are you guys? Please, let me know. So yeah,...  [Read more]