TEFL The Plains

1. Introduction to TEFL Resources and Materials 2. Benefits of Using TEFL Resources 3. Types of TEFL Materials Available 4. How ITTT Can Help with TEFL Resources Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. One of the key aspects of successful TEFL instruction is having access to high-quality resources and materials. These resources can range from lesson plans and worksheets to interactive activities and multimedia tools. Finding the right resources can make a significant difference in the effectiveness of your teaching and the engagement of your students. Using TEFL resources and materials can offer a wide range of benefits for both teachers and students. For teachers, having access to...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of At-Home Workouts 3. Getting Started with At-Home Workouts 4. Sample At-Home Workout Plans In today's fast-paced world, finding the time to hit the gym can be a challenge. However, with the rise of at-home workout plans, staying fit and healthy has never been easier. In this article, we will explore the benefits of at-home workouts and provide you with tips and sample workout plans that require no gear. Whether you're a beginner looking to kickstart your fitness journey or a seasoned athlete wanting to switch up your routine, at-home workouts can be a convenient and effective way to stay active. One of the primary advantages of at-home workouts is convenience. You can exercise anytime, anywhere, without the need to commute to a gym or invest in expensive...  [Read more]

1. Introduction to ITTT 2. Benefits of ITTT TESOL Teaching Resources 3. TESOL Courses Offered by ITTT 4. How to Access ITTT TESOL Teaching Resources Are you passionate about teaching English as a foreign language? Look no further than ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) for all your TESOL teaching resource needs. As a global leader in providing high-quality training and resources for English language educators, ITTT offers a wide range of teaching materials and tools to help you excel in your teaching career. Whether you are a seasoned professional or just starting out, ITTT has the resources you need to succeed in the classroom. ITTT TESOL teaching resources provide numerous benefits to educators looking to enhance their teaching skills and engage their students effectively. From...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of Equipment-Free Home Exercise Plans 3. Tips for Starting an Equipment-Free Home Exercise Plan 4. Sample Equipment-Free Home Exercise Plan In today's fast-paced world, finding time to hit the gym or attend fitness classes can be a challenge. However, staying active and maintaining a healthy lifestyle is crucial for overall well-being. One solution to this dilemma is implementing an equipment-free home exercise plan. These plans are convenient, cost-effective, and can be easily tailored to fit your individual fitness goals and schedule. There are numerous benefits to incorporating equipment-free home exercise plans into your routine. Firstly, they eliminate the need for expensive gym memberships or specialized equipment, making them accessible to everyone....  [Read more]

  The 'going to' future tense is used to indicate future plans with intentions and predictions based on evidence. It is a very common future tense used in both spoken and written English. 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. Again, this unit is an upgrade from the previous ones. English is more complicated than I realized. There are so many rules and exceptions, unlike other languages. English is so very precise. I know English and I'm a little...  [Read more]

  The first conditional is used for likely results of possible future situations, as well as promises, threats, warnings or back-up plans. This video is specifically aimed at teaching the first conditional in an ESL setting. 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. Unit fist aims to briefly overview the course of Teaching English to Young Learners. It starts from discussing the content of the course and explaining how the course works. We learn that...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video ITTT course graduate discusses her plans for the future. Anik completed her ITTT course while working in Afghanistan and is looking forward to teaching English in Indonesia in the future. Earning a TEFL or TESOL certificate with ITTT is an excellent way to open up employment possibilities all over the world. 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. A good teacher will always engage the class and be respectful of cultural...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of English Teaching Resources in Australia 3. How ITTT Can Help 4. Conclusion Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) have become popular career choices in Australia. With the increasing demand for English language education, the need for high-quality teaching resources has also grown. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using English teaching resources in Australia and how ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) can assist educators in this field. Using English teaching resources in Australia can greatly enhance the learning experience for both teachers and students. These resources provide educators with a structured framework for lesson planning, curriculum development, and...  [Read more]

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  In this ITTT video former trainee Ben talks about his experiences during the final week of his four week TEFL/TESOL certification course and what he plans to do now that he has gained his teaching qualification. 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. This unit as a helpful overview of rules about parts of speech, because it has been a while since I taught English. Especially, I found helpful contrasting possessive pronouns with possessive adjectives...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Doing up lesson plans for my up and coming TEFL classes is something that I am quite excited about. I suppose it is because I see an opportunity for creativity and that gets my juices flowing. I love the engage, study and activate model that was taught to us, both in the TEFL course itself as well as in this course on teaching business English lessons to adults. I would like to share some ideas that I have reaped from this course on how I would prepare a lesson plan for the to engage, study and activate methodology. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Bonnie B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The engaging portion of the lesson is...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas When I first started as an EFL teacher two years ago, my senior colleagues would often advise me to create a lesson plan well in advance of an upcoming lesson. Having had no formal teaching experience back then, it surprised me because I assumed that simply creating lesson materials for students was sufficient. I did not think that lesson plans were necessary because when I was a student, I had never seen any of my teachers referring to them on the job. It seemed to me that teachers were natural improvisers and could deliver lessons without any referenced document. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Qi Lin L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In the next year, I’ll be working as an English Teaching Assistant in Zadar, Croatia on a Fulbright grant where I’ll be working with university level students as well as with middle school students. I’ll be hosting workshops for middle school students on life and culture in America. I hope to utilize storytelling activities to both engage the class and provide an opportunity for language acquisition. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Gabrielle K. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. For the engage phase, I might ask students to tell the class, in English, about their favorite Croatian holiday, having them include descriptions...  [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]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of ESL Lesson Planning 3. Components of Effective ESL Lesson Plans 4. Tips for Creating Engaging ESL Lesson Plans Welcome to our ESL lesson planning ideas page, provided by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). Lesson planning is a crucial aspect of teaching English as a second language, and it can greatly impact the effectiveness of your classes. In this guide, we will explore the benefits of ESL lesson planning, the key components of effective lesson plans, and provide you with practical tips for creating engaging and successful lessons. Effective lesson planning offers numerous benefits for both teachers and students. By carefully structuring your lessons, you can ensure that your classes are well-organized, engaging, and tailored to the needs of your...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Every great teacher knows that the secret to a successful lesson is a solid plan. There is more to teaching than what happens in the classroom. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Madisen H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Teachers spend lots of time outside of class analyzing student needs and getting creative to prepare the ideal lesson for their students. Many important things should be included in these plans. Lesson planning contributes to both the day-to-day success of a class, as well as its long term success. Without lesson plans, classes would be disorganized and unproductive. Also Read: Can I teach English abroad...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Being an ESL teacher is not an easy task, especially if you work as a freelancer TEFL teacher online. In this case, you have to be even more organized to provide better services to your students. This blog post offers you 3 apps for digital ESL lesson plans that will save you a lot of time. I know that many teachers still prefer to write their notes and plans on paper because it's the best way to make imagination flow. However, there is a considerable disadvantage with this approach: even if you are a very organized person, in time, it becomes challenging to figure out your thoughts on scattered lesson plans. A digital planner can help you...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of using digital platforms for TESL lesson planning 3. Popular digital platforms for TESL lesson planning 4. How to effectively integrate digital platforms into TESL lesson planning In today's digital age, technology has become an integral part of education, including Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) lesson planning. Digital platforms offer a wide range of tools and resources that can enhance the teaching and learning experience for both educators and students. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using digital platforms for TESL lesson planning, discuss popular platforms available, and provide tips on how to effectively integrate these platforms into your teaching practices. There are numerous advantages to incorporating digital...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences In a society where it is much easier for us to become increasingly distracted by some of the banalest things (such as videos of cats playing the keyboard on YouTube), my generation, in particular, needs to establish a strong sense of organization and focus to ensure that these distractions do not leak into our work lives, causing a decline in our professionality and work ethic. Therefore I believe lesson planning is an effective tool in helping to create a stronger sense of organization within the teacher, both in and out of the classroom. In addition to providing a general layout of the teacher’s lesson (including grammar points and step-by-step instructions for particular activities that are more complex...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas When teaching English as a foreign language, teachers need to create lesson plans. Lesson plans not only to help the teacher succeed in teaching her students but also helps the students learn the language more effectively. With lesson planning, teachers can set goals for students, stay organized when teaching, and learn how to be flexible when it comes to spending more time on a topic than previously predicted. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Brittany L. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Each lesson should include goals of what the teacher wishes her students to accomplish during that class session. This can include learning...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina TEFL Information Alumni Experiences Teaching Ideas Lesson plans are a guiding document created by teachers for a specific learning objective for a target group of learners. Lesson plans are essential to every teacher, whether you teach young learners just starting or adult students business language. Lesson plans are necessary because they are a guided plan, visual and written documentation to work from, and a historical record. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Jennifer C. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Lesson plans are guided plans created for your specific students. It starts with a learning...  [Read more]

  Massir is from Tunisia and has been teaching English in Omar when he decided to take our 120-hour online TEFL certification to advance in his career. He was able to use the techniques learned in his classroom and saw significant improvements. 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. On the lesson plans, there are so many details that I haven't thought about. And it is a new idea for me that not to plan TOO detailed. And also there should be self -...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Lesson planning is, at least to some degree, a vital function of teaching. The degree to which a lesson plan is necessary is often directly proportional to the teaching experience of the teacher. The less experience the teacher has the more necessary and beneficial the lesson plan is and vice versa. Lesson plans give the class structure, hold the teacher accountable, and function as a helpful aide, overall adding to the effectiveness of the class and the student’s opportunity to learn. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Katie A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Unit 9 from this course points out that lesson plans can range...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A lesson plan is the instructor’s road map of what students need to learn and how it will be done effectively during class time. Then, you can design appropriate learning activities and develop strategies to obtain feedback on student learning. Having a carefully constructed lesson plan for each 3-hour lesson allows you to enter the classroom with more confidence and maximizes your chance of having a meaningful learning experience with your students. A successful lesson plan addresses and integrates three key components: Learning Objectives, Learning Activities, Assessment to check for student understanding. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Elorm D. Please note that this blog post...  [Read more]

Mark Crocker Teaching Ideas For many new and experienced EFL teachers, one of the most challenging aspects of their career is coming up with lesson plans that are both engaging and effective. Even if your employer provides a specific textbook to follow as a curriculum, you will often find that this can be rather dull for the students unless you spice things up by adding in some fun and original ideas from an outside source. By searching online you will find a huge amount of sites offering all manner of resources of varying quality and relevance. To save you the hassle of searching through them all, we have listed our 5 favorite websites that you can use to find quality lesson plans free of charge. This very useful website offers teachers a wealth...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas In my experience and the experience of my teacher colleagues, lesson planning has never been among the most interesting or engaging activities. The reasons are always different: some believe that lesson planning is not effective because a teacher cannot predict the direction of the lesson. Others think that it is a complete waste of time because the process of planning a lesson may seem boring and time-consuming. As a beginner teacher, I had a false belief that lesson planning is not important for an ESL teacher, especially if the group of students has a high level of English. However, after teaching for a longer period, I have realized that only with a certain amount of planning can an ESL lesson be not only...  [Read more]

  In this video, we break down the difference between "bazaar" and "bizarre". These two words often cause confusion because of their spelling and similar pronunciation. The word ?bazaar? refers to a market, usually found in the Middle East, such as in this example: The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. ?Bizarre?, on the other hand, is an adjective and a synonym for "strange". "Everyone stared at the student who wore the bizarre outfit to school," is a good example for the word. We hope that this explanation clears up any confusion about the two words. 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...  [Read more]

TESOL Teaching Resources: A Comprehensive Guide to Enhance Your Teaching Skills 1. Introduction 2. Benefits of Using TESOL Teaching Resources 3. Types of TESOL Teaching Resources 4. How to Incorporate TESOL Teaching Resources in Your Classroom Are you a TESOL teacher looking to enhance your teaching skills and provide your students with the best learning experience possible? Look no further! International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) offers a wide range of TESOL teaching resources to help you become a more effective and engaging educator. Using TESOL teaching resources can have a significant impact on your teaching effectiveness. These resources are designed to help you create dynamic lesson plans, engage students of all levels, and improve overall learning outcomes. By incorporating...  [Read more]

Jon ITTT Alumni Experiences Lesson planning is an indispensable part of successful lessons. Generally speaking, lesson plans have various functions that are conducive to the classes. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Juan W. First and most importantly, lesson plans can help teachers think and deliver classes logically through different stages of the classes. It can also give teachers hints needed. When teachers plan lessons, there are several aspects that need to be taken into consideration, such as lesson objectives, possible difficulties and skill and so on. Second, It’s a record of classes that have been done and materials have been used. On the one hand, even though teachers have good memory, it is almost impossible...  [Read more]