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  Okay, so we're going to use this pro-forma as our lesson plan and we're going to fill one out as though we were planning for an actual lesson. So, we start off with some basic information about the class. So, the name of the teacher, date and time and the class level. In this particular case, our class is going to be an elementary class and the room will be room 3. Having looked through the registers we see that the expected number of students for this particular class is going to be 10. This will help us in creating our worksheet copies. The context of the lesson for this class is going to be present continuous tense and it may well be the first time that this particular level of class has been introduced to this tense. So, our focus is going to be fairly general and it's going...  [Read more]

Karah Musani Teaching Ideas One of the most daunting things about teaching online is setting up your online classroom. You have to set up the lighting, buy props, make sure the camera is at the right angle, and find a suitable headset. It can be expensive and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here is what I’ve learned about setting up a cheap, organized online classroom. Whiteboards are your best friends. They are the most versatile prop you can buy. You can use them to teach students how to read, draw a concept your students don’t understand, write a sentence such as “I don’t ____ running,” and get them to fill in the blank, and even play Pictionary. Natural lighting is best, but if this isn’t at your disposal, you can use...  [Read more]

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Linda Dunsmore Teaching Ideas Teaching English online is becoming a more and more lucrative career for many TEFL and TESOL certified teachers out there. You can work from home or go full digital nomad and travel the world while teaching a couple of classes of English a day. To help you create fun and interactive lessons, we have compiled a summary of 5 amazing props with investing in for teaching English online below. Who doesn’t love playing with plush toys? Having a good selection of the most common foods and animals can go a LONG way when teaching English online. Using plush props is a lot of fun and can be used in so many different ways: you can use them to teach numbers and counting, you can use them to talk about different colors and also...  [Read more]

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Linda Dunsmore TEFL Information Alumni Experiences There are many options for teacher training. Online TEFL courses are very popular, but we need to examine very carefully the pros and cons when we decide between online and onsite TEFL training. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Alejandro M. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. One of the main pluses of online TEFL courses is flexibility. You can continue with your normal life, not interfering your activities because you schedule your studies in the most convenient time for you. You don´t have to quit your job for attending classes. However, you must set aside time for such study although you...  [Read more]

Anastasiya Akpinar Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Teaching online wasn't something totally unknown when many schools turned to distance education in 2020. Even before, many teachers had face-to-face or group lessons via different online programs. As well as webinars, courses, and conferences, online teaching took its usual part in modern life. So what has changed so drastically after the online school project has started? Why was it so confusing and hard to get used to? The answer is within us: daily routine, habits, style of teaching and studying were changed into a digital way. Some teachers and students found it easy and exciting to continue in this direction. Some of us couldn't get used to distance studying at all....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to manage a classroom of pre-schoolers effectively. ✅ Read this article to learn the three easy steps. Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on how to teach vocabulary to ESL students effectively. ✅ Read this article to learn the three easy steps. Caroline Chartier Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences As time goes on, everything evolves, including technology. And with the rise of new technological innovations, education has done it’s best to adapt to such innovations to cater to the needs of its students. Today, I will be talking about the pros and cons of online and onsite TEFL learning and which one is the most suitable. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Allister J. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. As far as pros go, the biggest one is flexibility. When students take their courses online, they are in complete control of how, when, and where they intend to complete them within an allotted time frame. Such an option is...  [Read more]

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Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas In a world where teaching English online has become the norm, stress levels among teachers seem to have risen significantly. ✅ The truth is that teaching online doesn’t come naturally to most teachers, no matter how experienced they are. Take a look at these common issues and a few tips for reducing their impact. Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas When teaching English at home or abroad it makes sense to use every option available to help you plan and deliver the highest quality lessons possible. ✅ In this post, we look at a range of different online apps that are designed to do just that, from organizing and planning to in-class activities and homework. ...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas In a world where teaching English online has become the norm, stress levels among teachers seem to have risen significantly. ✅ The truth is that teaching online doesn’t come naturally to most teachers, no matter how experienced they are. Take a look at these common issues and a few tips for reducing their impact. Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas When teaching English at home or abroad it makes sense to use every option available to help you plan and deliver the highest quality lessons possible. ✅ In this post, we look at a range of different online apps that are designed to do just that, from organizing and planning to in-class activities and homework. ...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker TEFL Information People of all ages cringe at the thought of a job interview, but with the right preparation there should be little to fear when applying for EFL teaching jobs. ✅ This post looks at the most common TEFL interview questions you are likely to face and some ideas on how to answer them. Mark Crocker TEFL Information Although many people who complete a TEFL course and head overseas to teach decide to head home after a year or two, there are plenty of others who choose to carry on their TEFL career in the teaching field. ✅ In this post, we look at some of the options available to experienced EFL teachers. Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]

  In this ITTT TEFL review video Ben talks about his experiences during the first week of his TEFL/TESOL certification course in Phuket. He gives some insights as to what the course involves, both the theory and practical components of the 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 moving onto the next. In this Unit it was about managing a classroom. It talked about the importance of eye contact and gestures. It's important to maintain eye contact but not to much in...  [Read more]

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  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word firebrand. This word has two different meanings. The first meaning is quite literal and describes burning wood. The second meaning is rather figurative as it refers to a person who is usually inflicting change as a result of being passionate about a certain topic or cause. 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. Personally, enjoyed going through this unit and reading about the different roles...  [Read more]

  Jessica from Holland completed the 120-hour TESOL course with tutor support and videos. Jessica tells us in this TESOL review that she found the course to be very useful and felt that she learned a lot from taking it. Not only does the course come with useful teaching tips, graduates also receive lifetime employment support to help with finding a job on completing the course. Jessica recommends the course for anyone wanting to start a career in English language teaching. 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...  [Read more]

  Many people are unaware quite how accessible a career teaching English as a foreign language is while others are simply not aware that it is even possible to live and work abroad in almost any country in the world. Not only is possible but it is relatively easy to achieve in a short period of time. By following the 6 steps outlined in the video, you could be working abroad as an EFL teacher before you know it. 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. ...  [Read more]

  This video covers the difference between 'lose' and 'loose'. As these two words have a similar pronunciation and spelling, their usage is often confused. 'Lose' spelled with one 'o' is a verb and means to fail to keep, to fail to win or to fail to make money. Such as in these three examples for each meaning: 1) To fail to keep: I will lose weight but also my hair. 2) To fail to win: I'm expected to lose this game. 3) To fail to make money: I will lose a fortune. The word 'loose' spelled with double 'o', on the other hand is not a verb but an adjective. It means not tight, or free from constraint. A suitable example sentence for the word 'loose' would be: 'These trousers are loose.' We hope this explanation helped you and next time you'll know exactly which word to use. Below you...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflcourse.net This video explains the usage of the future perfect continuous tense. This tense is used to talk about how long an action/event will have been going on by a certain time in the future. Although the future perfect continuous is rarely used in everyday English, if you are looking to teach English as a second language, you will need to be knowledgeable on even rare grammar points such as this. So if you are considering entering the world of English teaching the best way to equip yourself with the necessary skills is to take a comprehensive TEFL course and ITTT's online TEFL courses give you a good foundation in the areas of English grammar that you are most likely to encounter when you first set out to teach English as a second language. More information...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflcourse.net The future perfect continuous is not used a lot in everyday English usage. However, it does come up in when your EFL students get more advanced and if you plan to teach English overseas it is important to have an understanding of the less frequently used tenses. As the future perfect continuous is not often used it can be a struggle to think up teaching ideas for it. The trainer in this video shows us one idea that can be used for the tense. For this activity the students conduct a survey to find out how long someone will have been doing something by a certain point in the future. For example: Student A: How long will you have been learning English by the end of next month? Student B: I will have been learning English for three years. To find a...  [Read more]

  Lesson planning is an important part of being a teacher. While experienced teachers may appear to not require a plan it is only because they have probably taught a lesson so many times that the majority of their plan is in their head. They will still have a good idea of how they want and expect the lesson to proceed. Inexperienced teachers will need the structure a good lesson plan provides. A good plan acts as a guide to your planning. It helps a teacher consider the direction of the lesson and possible pitfalls and diversions. It also helps a teacher keep on track during the lesson but should not be so restrictive that it prevents flexibility in class. A lesson plan also serves as a record of what you have taught before enabling you to easily see what to review at later dates...  [Read more]

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Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas There are many interactive tools that can be used during teaching to enhance a lesson and keep students engaged. There are also a few tools that are a teacher’s lifeline during a lesson. Course materials that range from props and pictures of vocabulary words to simple worksheets and lesson plans are integral to teaching a good lesson. They can provide basic aid to a teacher or help keep the students’ attention. But, when overused or used during the wrong times, course materials can become problematic and disadvantageous. Different things that a teacher brings to a lesson can make or break an ESL lesson. This post was written by our ITTT graduate Emma H. There are some course...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, several common problems of Japanese students in English are overviewed. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to the most effective classroom management techniques. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL alumna overviews the importance of a TEFL course for future. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the pros and cons of teaching adults and young students. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their experience of teaching Italian students. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the pros and cons of teaching adults and young students. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This blog post overviews the teacher's role in the classroom daily life. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching English online is now becoming more and more popular. However, there are some challenges in this teaching method that are listed in this blog post. ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, several common problems of Japanese students in English are overviewed. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to the most effective classroom management techniques. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL alumna overviews the importance of a TEFL course for future. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on the pros and cons of teaching adults and young students. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas ...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas If you’re anything like me the thought of teaching online can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. One of the first thoughts that I had when I thought of myself becoming an online teacher was, what do I need to have to ensure that my students are learning efficiently and effectively? At first, this question was difficult for me to answer because I knew to teach online was vastly different from having a classroom. This led me to do some research and become a little creative to determine what materials I could use to teach English online. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Danielle C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The first...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas The very moment I started thinking about the TEFL/TESOL course, many options came up in my mind that’s an online TEFL course or on-site course. Another thought I had in mind was after completing the course should I teach English in a classroom or online? Although both options have pros and cons, there are several distinct differences between teaching English in a classroom and teaching online. While undergoing my TEFL/TESOL 120-hour course with ITTT, considering both options, I think classroom teaching will be suitable and important to my lifestyle. There’re factors which I took into consideration which are listed below: This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Nkwain N. Please note that this...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their story of becoming an English teacher. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their thoughts on outdoor activities as a matter of ESL lessons enhancement. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas This article is devoted to the problem of lesson planning. Our TEFL graduate shares their personal point of view. Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In this blog post, our recent TEFL graduate shares their ideas on carrying out ESL classes through movies. ...  [Read more]