TEFL Blue Ridge Shores

  The idiom "blue collar" refers to manual labor or industrial work. The term comes from the usually blue overalls manual laborers would wear in factories etc 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. Very nice unit to learn ,as it provides us the most important stuff that each teacher must have it in the class. Also how to be prepared and make sure that everything works well before the lesson start. Finally The advantages and disadvantages for the...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Starbucks 3. Blue Bottle Coffee 4. Joe Coffee Company New York City is famous for its iconic coffee shops that offer a wide range of coffee blends and unique atmospheres. Whether you're a local looking for your daily caffeine fix or a tourist seeking a cozy spot to relax, NYC has something for everyone. In this article, we will explore some of the most popular coffee shops in the city that have become staples for coffee lovers. While Starbucks may be a global chain, its presence in New York City cannot be overlooked. With numerous locations scattered throughout the city, Starbucks offers a familiar and consistent coffee experience for those on the go. Whether you prefer a classic latte or a seasonal specialty drink, Starbucks has something for every taste. Plus, their...  [Read more]

  Alveolar sounds get their name from the fact that the alveolar ridge is being used. Again, that ridge is just behind the front top row of teeth. Here the tongue is on or very very near the alveolar ridge. It's typically the tip of the tongue or what's just behind the tip of the tongue, called the blade of the tongue. Here, we're talking about sounds such as ?t? and ?d?. If you say them at home, you can tell the tip of your tongue is on that alveolar ridge. Again, that's ?t? and ?d?, as well as sounds such as ?s? and ?z?. Again, the blade of the tongue is just near that alveolar ridge but it is very near nonetheless. The two other sounds that make it into this category is the ?l? sound, where the tip of the tongue is very clearly touching that alveolar ridge, as well as ?r? or the...  [Read more]

California is probably the most famous state of them all due to the many Hollywood movies set here. Endless beaches, great surfing and a warm climate also make California a premier vacation destination. The Gold Rush of the 19th century first brought California a huge economic boom and an iconic wave of immigration. Still today, the state is among the most diverse in the country with a population of many different backgrounds and ethnicities. California is also the most populous state in the country and one of the largest as it covers three quarters of the entire West Coast. In the south, just 30 minutes from the Mexican border, lies San Diego. The city has a warm climate throughout the year and is often called ‘America’s Finest City’. San Diego offers splendid entertainment, outdoor...  [Read more]

Georgia is one of the few Southern states that have a shoreline on the Atlantic Coast. That’s why the state is a popular tourist destination throughout the entire year. Moreover, Georgia is rich in history, has vibrant cities and boasts exceptional natural beauty. Combining these factors, you get a great location for your TEFL/TESOL course in the USA. Georgia was part of the original Thirteen Colonies and boasts a variety of unique historic sites and attractions. On top of that, the state’s landscape is dominated by the Blue Ridge Mountains in the north and it’s Atlantic Coast to the east. There is always something new to see and do in Georgia, which is why we are sure that you will enjoy your TEFL/TESOL course in this location. Georgia attracts millions of visitors each year due to...  [Read more]

ITTT’s TEFL course in Guatemala gives you the amazing opportunity to earn your TEFL certificate in a thriving city that rests in the shadow of an impressive conical volcano. Once you have successfully completed the course, you will be in the perfect position to secure a job teaching EFL in Guatemala and elsewhere in Central and South America. Guatemala offers visitors a diverse range of landscapes and experiences. With towering tree clad volcanoes, lush canyons, Pacific coast waves and laid back Caribbean bays. There’s plenty to do, see and explore in Guatemala and whether you are looking for adventure, interested in history or simply want to unwind, Guatemala has it all. Taking our course before teaching in Guatemala is sure to be an adventure you will never forget. For those wanting...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Teaching a group of new students can, and frequently is an intimidating challenge. Working with students who are just meeting you, and have unknown skill levels often creates a chaotic environment. By incorporating pieces of music that are familiar to the teacher and students we can increase rapport, improve confidence, train listening skills, and engage students quickly and more effectively. There are multiple ways to use music in the classroom and to teach English as a foreign language, and each should be tailored to the needs of the students. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Everitt G. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Songs...  [Read more]

  This video covers the difference between 'assent' and 'ascent'. As these two words have a similar pronunciation and spelling, their usage is often confused. Let's take a look at the two words individually. 'Assent' is a noun and describes an agreement or an approval of something. He nodded his assent and she continued. As you can see in the example, 'assent' indicates that he is agreeing. We could also say 'He nodded in agreement and she continued.' While the word 'ascent' is also used as a noun, it has a very different meaning. It refers to the action of rising or climbing up, for example: My legs were tired after I took the ascent to the cabin on the ridge. We could also say 'My legs were tired from the climb to the cabin on the ridge'. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT...  [Read more]

  And now we have our nasal sounds. There are three nasal sounds and basically the pattern of air that's moving out of our vocal tract has to do with two big instances and that is a closure in the vocal tract. Except aside from the plosives and affricates, what we have is air escaping through our nasal cavity. These sounds include ?m?, ?n? and ?ng?. We're moving from the front of the mouth to the back of the mouth. First with the M sound or the ?m?, we're closing both lips and the air is escaping through the nasal passage ?m?. Next we have our N sound or our ?n? sound. There, the closure is inside the mouth but our tongue is closing up near our alveolar ridge and the air is escaping through the nose. Again that's ?n?. Finally we have our NG sound and the closure there is happening...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Most of us take being able to read for granted. We seldom give a thought to how the process of learning to read began in our lives. I am sure most of us will not even recall the age we began to read. For many learners experiencing some form of learning difficulty, this may seem like a mountain with no peak. I am writing this essay based on my experience of having worked with learners ranging from those with various learning challenges to those with extreme learning disabilities. One thing I have learned over the years is that giving up on a child is never an option. One is forced to think creatively and innovatively to address the challenge. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Lynne C. Please...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas I am a teacher in a training center for young learners in China, Beijing. Our school has a praise system, to be more precise our school has its own money that students can use to buy some toys from our school’s shop. To get this money students should listen to the teacher, do their homework, and pass the tests. The teachers can give them money even for each lesson if they want. And it is really useful to maintain discipline in the classroom. It’s the first reason why we should praise the students. The second reason is that if you praise the students it increases their self-esteem and they are more likely to enjoy their course and be motivated during it. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Abraham F. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teaching tools used for learners: One bucket with nontoxic learner-approved clay. Each bucket of clay will have five sticks, each stick a different color. Paper plates matching the color of the clay. Scissors and crayons. Learner approved audio about a rainbow song. The object is to gain the learners' attention. The learning environment created will be interesting, fun, and relaxed. Class level - children between the ages of 8 – 10 class volume 10 learners. Learners will be...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas There are thousands of English coursebooks nowadays, and one might get confused while trying to choose a coursebook for the students. I have faced this problem as well, trying to choose the coursebook for private classes with a 7-year-old student who has already learned some English before. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Elena K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. As far as I am concerned, Oxford University Press is known to be one of the best ESL coursebook «producers» in the world. One of their best courses is «Family and Friends» which had been developed into «Family and Friends 2nd edition», a highly-popular course...  [Read more]

  Hannah took ITTT’s 120-hour online TEFL course without tutor support. In her TEFL review video she gives a brief overview of her experience on the course. During the course she studied classroom management, grammar, lesson planning among other topics. Although she struggled with the final project the feedback she received was good and Hannah highly recommends 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. I feel that lesson plans are...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT Destinations If you want to teach English as foreign language, it is important to make sure you are as well prepared as you can possibly be before entering a classroom. It is equally important to have a good understanding of the country and culture you are hoping to make your home while you are teaching. Below we look at some important aspects of etiquette in different countries in Africa. Africa is a vast continent with many different countries, cultures and religions. Common to them all is the high regard in which teachers are held. English teachers should always dress and behave professionally and take the time to understand the details of social etiquette in their new home. Showing the soles of your feet is insulting to others and...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Say the word ‘hat’ to yourself out loud. Now say ‘mouth’. Was it easy? If you are a native English speaker you did it without thinking. You didn’t have to contort your face into all sorts of funny shapes or feel self-conscience during the process. The reason is that you already know the phonology of those two English words. You may not understand exactly how you said those words; whether they were plosives or voiced or non-voiced, whether or not the tongue was forward touching the teeth or raised touching the soft palate. You don’t need to know. You have heard and said these words hundreds if not thousands of times in your life. You already can say them easily without thinking. But what if you are...  [Read more]

  Place of articulation deals with the placement of the vocal organs when producing a sound. Before we can cover the particulars of places of articulation, we'll need to take a look at the various vocal organs and their locations. Moving from the front to the back we'd begin with our lips. We can use both lips in order to create a sound or we can use one of our lips with one of our rows of teeth, usually the top, in order to produce another sound. We also have other sounds, which use both of the rows of teeth. Further back we have what's called the alveolar ridge. That's the bit of the mouth that may get burnt when we're eating a pizza that's a bit too hot and the cheese burns just behind there our top two teeth. That again is the hard bit just behind our top teeth, called the...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Educators have debated on the topic of classroom management since the first class began. In the same way curricula and teaching cultures vary, as do the intricacies of classroom management. A topic that is, in my opinion, not taught enough in the realm of TEFL, is finding ways to manage a full classroom of young students for an entire day. As the trend for “kindergarten” prep courses rises in China, the void for managing 20+ five-year-olds has been dark and silent. Because many principals in these prep centers refuse to allow Mandarin in the classroom and the fact that these students do not initially understand basic commands in English, this creates a sense of chaos that hampers the learning process. This...  [Read more]

  Our tefl training center in Corinth works in partnership with a local recruitment company and we’ll provide employment assistance for any location in which you wish to teach. Our center and the accommodations are safe, comfortable and clean. All course materials and an airport pick-up are included in the course fees. Located on the Peloponnese Peninsula and very near pristine beaches, Corinth is rich with archeological sites. Outside of Athens, Corinth is the most visited site on the mainland of Greece. The center is only 50 miles from Athens and we have beautiful countryside with fantastic ruins just around the corner. This tefl training course represents a unique opportunity to absorb Greek history and culture. Corinth has all the amenities you’ll need in order to enjoy...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences This essay on the Multiple Intelligences is based on my past 26 years of teaching experiences at the elementary and middle school grades, as well as teaching in teacher education in higher education at the university level. I have conducted much research on the area of Multiple Intelligences, however, this essay will be based on my memory and experiences of teaching utilizing the Multiple Intelligences; thus, references are not included as they have been an accumulation throughout the last 26 years of teaching. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Gahan B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Howard Gardner, a professor in...  [Read more]

  Our tefl training center in Cebu is only minutes from pristine beaches and crystal blue waters. Cebu is one of the most highly developed provinces in the Philippines and it serves as the heart of education, trade, and commerce for the central and southern portions of the archipelago. The city has a lot to offer anyone who chooses to stay a while. It has established itself as a popular tourist destination and presents unique opportunities for those who wish to stay and teach here. Cebu has also amassed an array of eateries, shopping outlets and golf courses. While completing the course, trainees are never far from modern conveniences and of course the surrounding area is very safe for independent travelers. Enrolling in our tefl certificate program in Cebu is an excellent way to...  [Read more]

Beautiful natural landscapes along the river, state-of-the-art galleries and exhibition halls as well as a premier nightlife and entertainment selection are what make Ann Arbor an exciting destination. If you choose our training center in Ann Arbor, Michigan, you will not be disappointed. This is the perfect location to start your international teaching career. The University of Michigan is among the best educational institutes in the country and does not only offer high-quality education but is also specialized in the high-tech field. During our extensive in-class tefl/tesol course, you have the opportunity to work with experienced teacher trainers and explore the city and its exciting surroundings to the fullest. Whether you are a sports fan, an outdoor lover or a culinary enthusiast,...  [Read more]

  Our tefl training center in Alexandria, Egypt offers trainees one of the most fascinating locations in which to complete a tefl teacher training course. Egypt is home to the fertile Nile basin, Valley of Kings and the Pyramids at Giza, while Alexandria itself hosts the perfect mixture of ancient culture and progressive urban life. Cairo and Alexandria are Egypt’s two largest cities; both are rich in modern infrastructure so most creature comforts are readily available. Outside of these urban areas, Egypt has managed to hold on to an agricultural society that hasn’t changed much in more than 2,000 years. In addition to Alexandria, Cairo is a mere two-hour bus journey away. Besides the Pyramids of Giza, Cairo offers a plethora of great museums and other attractions. Between the...  [Read more]

Join our in-class training program in Orlando and you will spend four wonderful weeks in one of Florida’s most exciting places while becoming tefl/tesol certified. Explore Orlando and its surrounding beaches and attractions in your free time and you will not regret choosing our Orlando training center. The many theme parks are a major reason for Orlando’s popularity and that’s no wonder since the city is home to world-famous Disneyworld, Animal Kingdom and The Wizardly World of Harry Potter. Dive in the cool blue at water themed parks like Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon or Wet n’ Wild. Orlando also offers a range of interesting historic landmarks and museums you absolutely should not miss. Orlando, florida, is a place blessed with great sunny weather throughout...  [Read more]

  Beijing is a metropolis like no other and taking your tefl course here would allow you to see a side of the city that average travelers will never see. Located in the Xi Zhi Men downtown area, just a short distance from Tiananmen Square, our tefl training course in Beijing will prepare you to work in china or anywhere else your teaching career leads you. Should you wish to teach in Beijing, jobs are abundant and those having earned a certificate from the world’s largest tefl course provider are guaranteed to find meaningful employment in Beijing, or anywhere else in the country. We can use our contacts in the city to help you locate potential employers and you can also take advantage of our network of contacts throughout China. Beijing’s estimated population, spread over...  [Read more]

  Get qualified to teach English with our TEFL course on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands located just 62 miles from the coast of Morocco. Gran Canaria is a fantastic place to study towards your TEFL Qualification and there is so much to enjoy while you complete your course with us. You will find so much to entertain you in Gran Canaria, that whenever you are not working towards your TEFL certificate, you will feel like you are on vacation. When you cross the island’s sand dunes by camel or dune buggy you can be forgiven for thinking you are crossing the Sahara Desert. Alternatively, you’ll be transported to countries such as Peru as you explore the rainforest. Gran Canaria’s environment is so diverse the island is known as “The Little Continent”....  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas As a teacher, we often find ourselves daunted with the task of capturing our students’ interests and also equipping them for the future. Not only do we seek to train better students, but we also want to produce better citizens, workers, and future teachers. Teaching is still held the same purpose throughout all these years: bettering our future through the lives of our students. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Madison R. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Although our methods need to continually be more thought-provoking, entertaining and motivating, our objective has not changed. We need to incorporate storytelling into...  [Read more]

  Now an example of a straight arrow ESA lesson for our engage phase. What we're going to do is to show the students a video of animals and they are going to say what they like about those animals and try to create a list of some more. So, remember what we're trying to do here is to get the students talking and thinking in English. We're using a typical engage activity, which is to create a list and we try to make sure that all the students have been involved in some way in creating those lists. Moving on to the study phase, the first part is going to be the board work and the teacher is going to try to elicit from the students what each of those animals can and can't do. Typically, what the students will say is just single words, so "run," "jump," "fly," etc. What we would then...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In the following essay, I consider something like a continuum from task to the game to assessment, but only in the bookend learning moments of “input” and “output.” I often think of learners in my classrooms as a gray box—not quite a “black box,” the inner workings of which are completely mysterious, but a thing into which we only ever have uncertain, provisional insight. We can do all sorts of theorizing about language acquisition and psychometry but will never have anything as exact as a litmus test. However accurate my notion is, it motivates me to focus on things that are much more knowable and observable: the inputs and outputs of a learning situation. This post was written by our TEFL...  [Read more]

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey as an ESL teacher in Ban Phe, Thailand? Look no further! International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) offers an array of opportunities for passionate individuals seeking to make a difference in the lives of others while immersing themselves in the vibrant culture of Thailand. With our comprehensive training programs and ongoing support, you can kickstart your teaching career with confidence and expertise. Ban Phe, nestled along the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf of Thailand, is a picturesque coastal town known for its stunning beaches, fresh seafood, and laid-back atmosphere. As an ESL teacher in Ban Phe, you will have the chance to explore a unique blend of traditional Thai culture and modern amenities. Whether you're strolling along the...  [Read more]