Learner Centred Teaching Methods

1. Introduction 2. ESL Teaching Methods 3. Strategies for Effective ESL Teaching 4. Conclusion Welcome to ITTT's ESL teaching methods and strategies workshop! In this comprehensive guide, we will explore various approaches and techniques to enhance your teaching skills in the English as a Second Language (ESL) classroom. Whether you are a seasoned ESL teacher looking to refresh your methods or a novice educator seeking guidance, this workshop is designed to provide you with valuable insights and practical tips to excel in your teaching career. The key to successful ESL teaching lies in the use of effective methods that cater to the diverse needs of language learners. In this section, we will delve into different teaching methodologies such as the Direct Method, Communicative Language...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video, 120-hour online TEFL course graduate Corrin shows us round parts of Florence, Italy where she works as an English teacher and gives us a glimpse inside one of her classes. Corrin took the course with tutor support which she found really helpful and would recommend the course for those looking to teach English as a foreign language. 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. There are multiple learning methods in a lesson....  [Read more]

Ahmed Taha Alumni Experiences What is effective learning? After context and objectives have been developed, the word "effective" makes sense. When is it most effective? What is it that makes it effective? Who is it that says this? The students? The teacher? Learning is a reflective process that allows a learner to use prior experience to understand and analyze the present in order to influence potential behavior and form new information. (Watkins, p.1, 2002) Some meanings of learning consider it to be a passive method of knowledge acquisition that is evaluated by tasks. Learning is a process that requires both reflection and assessment. The model can be used to explain the process of a single learner actively making sense of a learning...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The teaching techniques and approaches, as well as activities that teachers employ in teaching in the classroom, is known as teaching style (Cooper, 2001). Grasha (2002) defines teaching style as the continuous and steady actions of teachers in their relationship with students in the course of teaching-and-learning. Jarvis (2004) considers teaching style as containing “evidence of beliefs about values related to and attitudes toward all the elements of the teaching-learning exchange" (p. 40). Teachers' styles of teaching represent their behavior in the classroom. These definitions indicate that teaching styles are the methods, activities, and approaches that are employed by a teacher in the classroom or “the...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. ESL Teaching Methods 3. Benefits of ESL Teaching Methods in Korean Classrooms 4. Conclusion Welcome to the world of ESL teaching methods in Korean classrooms! As an ESL teacher, you play a crucial role in helping students in Korea improve their English language skills. In this guide, we will explore various ESL teaching methods that can be used effectively in Korean classrooms to enhance the learning experience for students. There are several ESL teaching methods that can be utilized in Korean classrooms to engage students and facilitate their language learning journey. One popular method is the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach, which focuses on real-life communication and interaction. This method encourages students to participate in activities that...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences I have been a teacher with 51 Talk for three years now and to improve my career and teaching skills I have learned some things on this TEFL course that will help me brush up my skills in teaching. Though I have been a teacher’s aid before, as well as a bright student who used to tutor others during my school years, it was now that I realized how hard teachers used to work for us to become good learners in school and understand the subjects. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Saba S. Also read My Experience Taking the 50-hour Teaching English to Young Learners TEFL Course from ITTT I used to not really like tests that much but now I realize how important they are for teachers to learn about where...  [Read more]

Federico Riva Teaching Ideas The acronym ESA stands for Engage, Study and Activate. The ESA methodology of teaching English as a foreign language is one of the most progressive and productive methods. It draws its strengths from the other teaching methods that were used before it. The ESA method incorporates the good aspects and advantages of the old teaching methods thereby making it a powerful method. Some of the earlier teaching methods from which the ESA teaching methodology drew its strength are the task-based learning, the communicative language teaching, the community language learning, the silent way, the suggestopedia, and the lexical approach. The ESA method has therefore managed to take the positive aspects from the other teaching...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A method of teaching contains the techniques used by teachers to impart knowledge to students. These strategies are determined partly on the subjects to be taught and partly by the nature of the learner. In this task, I will give some examples of different teaching methodologies, compare these techniques, and explain why it is important that teachers, mostly who are teaching in a foreign country should know these methods. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nathalie L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. One of the most effective methods of teaching is ESA (Engage, Study, and Activate); this teaching method allows your student to be...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Traditional English Teaching Methods in India 3. Modern English Teaching Methods in India 4. ITTT's Approach to English Teaching in India English is a widely spoken language in India, and the demand for proficient English teachers is constantly growing. As a result, the methods of teaching English in India have evolved over the years to meet the needs of students seeking to improve their language skills. In this article, we will explore the traditional and modern English teaching methods in India, as well as how ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) is contributing to the advancement of English language education in the country. Historically, English teaching in India has been heavily focused on rote learning and grammar-based instruction. Students were often...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Discussions are strategies designed to stimulate thinking, challenge attitudes and beliefs, and develop skills. It is the oral interaction between people during learning in the classroom, that is, between teacher and learners, or learners and learners with the teacher as facilitator. Discussions incorporate characteristics of learner-centered instruction; learners are at the center of the learning process, teachers guide learners, deep understanding of the topic is a goal, and social interaction is emphasized. Although there exist multiple teaching styles, the discussion method is the most important in the learning environment when it comes to enabling the learners’ deep understanding of the topic. This post was...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Traditional Teaching Methods in the UK 3. Modern Teaching Approaches in the UK 4. Conclusion English language teaching in the UK has a rich history, with a variety of teaching methods and approaches being utilized over the years. As the demand for English language education continues to grow, educators are constantly evolving their teaching strategies to meet the needs of students in an ever-changing world. In this article, we will explore the traditional and modern teaching methods used in English language education in the UK, highlighting the key characteristics of each approach. In the past, traditional teaching methods in the UK often revolved around grammar-based instruction, memorization, and rote learning. Teachers would typically focus on vocabulary drills,...  [Read more]

Ahmed Taha TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Cooperative learning is one of the successful methods of teaching that enhances critical thinking, problem-solving, and reasoning skills. Moreover, it encourages the learners to be more dependant and use their language effectively. Hadassah Roberts Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas As an English teacher, you may find yourself accepting the call to teach in a remote village or town in any part of the world where the inhabitants are more or less secluded from urban society. Often you may also find that the house you move into is a dry cabin. Zareena Younis Alumni Experiences ...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences The seating arrangement is one of the most important topics in classroom management. Classroom management refers to the various skills and techniques that teachers use to keep students organized, orderly, focused, attentive, on task and academically productive during the class. However, this essay is going to explore more on the various methods of seating arrangement and how they influence classroom management. There are three most common seating arrangement methods that can be used by the teacher. These include the traditional rows and columns, horseshoe or U-shape and clusters. These are going to be explained in detail outlining their advantages and disadvantages in relation to the classroom size and shape,...  [Read more]

Ahmed Taha TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas The curriculum has been used in the past as a collection of topics and syllabuses for children and young people to be learned during their school years. However, this definition does not do justice to the wider outcomes required by the real world or to the complexity of what many teachers are actually doing to promote the well-being of children and young people. It fails to define the overall objectives that the program is supposed to serve. Learning is often greatly influenced by when and how success is evaluated and how the effects of measurement are used. Therefore, evaluation needs to be seen as an important part of the process of learning....  [Read more]

Shakira Moss TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Do you want to work as a teacher? These 7 tips to prevent confusion for your students will make a huge difference in your classroom! Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, we discover the world of teaching English for Specific Purposes, in short ESP. Estefany Garduño Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas If you are a teacher of English as a foreign language, this article is perfect for you! Read on to find out more about different learning styles and the multiple...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences What is the role of the teacher in English learning? Although ‘teacher-centered education’ was taught in the past, ‘student-centered education’ is more emphasized in the modern era. Accordingly, the role of the teacher is also changing from the teacher who delivers the knowledge of the subject to the teacher who facilitates students’ successful learning. It is important to recognize that teaching and learning are an integral part of each other. (Harmer, 2007). Teaching practice should not be simply ‘one-way’ delivery of knowledge to students. Teachers should play a role in motivating students to participate in learning. A variety of learning methods should be tried to enjoy the process of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences There is no doubt that it is the Information Age people are currently living in. And it is cannot be ignored that online education is one of the fastest growing teaching and learning methods in recent years due to different reasons and needs, which takes the advantages of the Internet and save both teachers' and learners' time and energy that has been spent on the distance and traffic. Among that, ESL online learning gets a great acceptance from the ESL learners. And here is a discussion about the advantage of ESL online education. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Xue L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Compared to...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Choosing a course was an important task for me given my background in a business career and corporate environment. Teaching was a very new experience and I wanted to ensure I had adequate training to provide a solid foundation with which to grow in a teaching capacity. I made sure to commence an in-class TESOL course which offered the opportunity to practice what I had learned in a real classroom environment. The course I chose was perfect for this as it was taught in a real school and allowed me to use my newly learned skills in the classroom. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Sam B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. One of...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The Oxford Dictionary defines learning ability as the ability to comprehend or understand and profit from an experience (Vocabulary.com, 2019). The reality is that in any classroom, a teacher will be faced with teaching children of varying learning abilities. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Liezl S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Constructivism is a theory about how people learn and acquire knowledge and can be a tool for effective teaching when faced with students of varying abilities. The theory states that people construct their understanding and knowledge of the world, through their experiences and by looking back or...  [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]

1. Introduction 2. Our Services 3. Benefits of ESL Classes for Adults in Singapore 4. Why Choose ITTT for ESL Classes in Singapore If you are an adult living in Singapore and looking to improve your English language skills, you have come to the right place. At ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training), we offer high-quality ESL classes tailored specifically for adults in Singapore. Our courses are designed to help you develop your language proficiency in a supportive and interactive environment. At ITTT, we understand the importance of effective communication in today's globalized world. Our ESL classes for adults in Singapore focus on all aspects of language learning, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Whether you are a beginner looking to build a strong foundation or...  [Read more]

1. Introduction to ITTT 2. Benefits of English Language Proficiency Classes 3. Our Approach to Teaching English 4. How to Enroll in Our English Language Classes Welcome to International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT)! We are a leading provider of English language proficiency classes designed to help individuals improve their language skills and achieve their personal and professional goals. With a focus on practical and effective teaching methods, our courses are suitable for students of all levels, from beginners to advanced learners. Whether you are looking to enhance your communication skills, advance your career opportunities, or prepare for further academic studies, ITTT is here to support you on your language learning journey. Enrolling in English language proficiency classes with...  [Read more]

  Salah completed his TEFL course at the training centre in Egypt and then completed his Certificate in Teaching Business English online. In this TEFL review, he explains how working as an English language instructor has made him really appreciate the materials and knowledge he received while studying with ITTT. 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. Evaluating students from day one is critically important. I believe in education 'targeted' to...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Why Choose ITTT for ESL Tutoring Services? 3. Our Approach to ESL Tutoring 4. Our ESL Tutoring Programs Are you looking for professional ESL tutoring services in Florence? Look no further than ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). With years of experience in providing top-notch English language instruction, we are dedicated to helping students of all levels improve their language skills. Whether you are a beginner looking to learn the basics or an advanced learner aiming to perfect your fluency, our team of qualified tutors is here to support you every step of the way. At ITTT, we understand the importance of personalized learning experiences. That's why we tailor our ESL tutoring services to meet the unique needs and goals of each student. Whether you prefer...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas A common theme that has been present in the 120-hour TEFL course, the 50-hour Business English course and the 50-hours Young Learners course has been that different age groups of students have different expectations of their teacher. Adult learners, for example, have fixed views on teaching and learning styles that they have built off of prior learning experiences. Young learners, on the contrary, typically are open-minded to new learning experiences and teaching methods. Young learners are typically not as motivated to learn English because they may not realize the direct benefits of learning English due to their lack of life experience. To specify, young learners, are anyone between the age of 2 and 13. Young...  [Read more]

Shirin Sophy TEFL Information Teaching Ideas The fact that nowadays, the ESA method is conventional wisdom among all the English teachers around the world highly simplifies and standardizes the process of preparation and lesson planning, specifically for those who are at the beginning of their career path as a teacher. This method simply suggests that every lesson needs to be started with an engagement stage in which the teacher aims to attract students' attention in order to encourage and enhance their active participation during the lesson. Furthermore, the recent textbooks' content is mostly designed based on the ESA method, and there are manifold attractive engagement ideas included in them that teachers can take advantage...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A teacher must possess several skills to teach effectively. The skills required include, but are not limited to, communication, organization, patience, flexibility, adaptability, creativity, in-depth knowledge and understanding of teaching approaches, techniques, and the subject matter. The combination of these skills contributes to the teacher’s success in educating students in any country. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate George S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Communication skills involve reading, writing, speaking, and listening. These skills are the core of an educator to communicate with students, peers, and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences Nowadays being a teacher means more than just executing lesson plans while standing up at the front of the class giving explanations; we were used to this type of teacher when the traditional schools were “teacher-centered” so the students assumed a passive and quiet way to access the knowledge. It seemed not worked out well regarding English as a second language learning, and for this reason, most schools adopted a more “student-centered” approach in the classroom. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Aline S. The “student-centered” approach occurs when the teacher gives students choice and voice and finds ways to provide a learning environment where the interests of students...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of English Conversation Classes 3. Our Approach to English Conversation Classes 4. Join Our Classes in Mexico City Are you looking to improve your English conversation skills in Mexico City? Look no further! ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) offers top-notch English conversation classes that are designed to help students of all levels enhance their speaking and listening abilities. Whether you are a beginner looking to build a strong foundation or an advanced learner aiming to polish your fluency, our classes are tailored to meet your specific needs. Participating in English conversation classes can provide a wealth of benefits. Not only will you improve your speaking and listening skills, but you will also gain confidence in communicating with others...  [Read more]

Shirin Sophy Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Learning, which has always been a controversial issue, is perhaps one of the most significant characteristics of the human race. The earliest learning theory was proposed by the world-renowned Greek philosopher Plato (428 BC- 347 BC), who simply questioned the knowledge acquisition ability in terms of encountering a thoroughly new topic and answered this question in order to hypothesize the theory of recollection. According to Plato's answer to the question of how individuals learn new topics, the soul is fully aware of the knowledge at birth. People simply recall and recollect it. During the 20th century, numerous hypotheses have been developed by psychologists in order to clarify...  [Read more]