Collocation Challenge

  Amber took the four-week in-class course in Buenos Aires because she was looking for a new challenge. Teaching English abroad will enable her to travel the world and gain new experiences at the same time. In this TEFL review, she says how much she enjoyed her month-long stay at the center in Buenos Aires and especially enjoyed teaching adults. She is excited to start her first teaching position. 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. One of the most...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Birchwood Park Delaware 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: When introducing new language; vocabulary, grammar or language functions, there are a number of things to consider. In regards to vocabulary it is important to consider the following issues; how appropriate the words are for the student and the task, how frequently they are used and how versatile the words are, and how teachable the is word. It is important to remember what students need to know about the vocabulary, for example the meaning, use and collocation. In regards to grammar it is...  [Read more]

A device or software application that can produce concordances. The use of concordances within English language teaching includes things such as: 1. Collocations, which are groups of words most commonly associated with each other, 2. Finding common sentences to see how language is actually used, and 3. Checking our language against known correct forms.  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Brazil Teofilo Otoni 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: There are so many teaching tools and so much equipment that I sometimes get panicked at the thought that I'm falling behind the rest of the world. My self-confidence comes back as soon as I recall that I master on of the most important teaching skills, I'm able to prepare a lesson on a lap, just with a pen and paper. Still, I enjoy using scientific videos, cartoons, excerpts, short movies, ads, radio programes etc. Surely, they are inspiring for learners and teachers alike. I've picked some...  [Read more]

Lewis believed in a different approach to that of teaching English as a set of grammar structures into which vocabulary could be placed. He shifted the emphasis through 180 degrees, suggesting that the basis of language should be ‘lexis’, i.e. groups of words which are naturally put together (collocations). By learning about the lexical chunks of language these could be used for real communicative tasks rather than striving for grammatical mastery.  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Germany Salzgitter 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: This unit focused on some of the challenges a teacher may face. Issues a teacher may face included class size, differing language proficiency levels,students reticent to speak, and students wanting to speak in their L1. One of the major solutions that goes across the board to all classes is establishing rapport. This helps regardless of the challenge as it encourages students to trust and follow your lead even in moments of confusion. Other solutions such as pair/group work, team leaders and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Brazil cabo de santo agostinho 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: When teaching languages the range of differences and similarities are as wide as the waters that cover our Planet! In this unit we discussed the considerations a teacher should have when teaching diversified learners, ranging from basic, to intermediate, to advanced; from multiple age levels, genders, educational levels and backgrounds, in possibly multiethnic environments. A real challenge. We discussed the advantages and challenges of teaching beginners, focusing in teaching...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Goshen New York 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: Each ESL teacher will be faced with a set of challenges unique to their particular classroom(s). ESL teachers can be prepared with sets of techniques recommended for almost every potential problem that could arise. For example, if teaching a classroom in which students are at mixed English language levels, teachers can use different tasks for the same materials. If students are reluctant to participate in an ESL classroom, teachers can give them assignments for home as opposed to in front of the class,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Daraga Philippines 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: Unit 17 was interesting overall. It was about equipment in the classroom as well as teaching and visual aids. As far as colosseum equipment, they names certain things like DVDS and CDS, as well as white boards, cassette players, tvs, OHP. radio, and video camera. This unit went into even more depth explaining how all of these were used in the classroom which i found very helpful.This unit gives an overview of possible problems that a teacher can encounter when teaching various groups....  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Russia Magnitogorsk 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 first lessons section of this unit has great information on one's approach to teaching a new class for the first time. Teaching a class for a first time, especially an English class, can be daunting and come with its own set of challenges. The tips provided in this unit are helpful in easing the stress with teaching a class for the first time. I also enjoyed the section on teaching classes where you have students of different levels. From experience, I know this can be a challenge...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Monroe Iowa 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: This unit was a challenge, mostly due to the idea and use of phrasal verbs. I think that will be one of the most challenging aspects of grammar to introduce. The most effective way to enforce those verbs will be to use them within the classroom setting as much as possible, and to perhaps drill some of them within simple sentences for the students to memorize. The modals were enjoyable, and I can see how they will be helpful in fine-tuning the way the students will learn to make requests or statements of...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification South Africa Bloemfontein 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: When meeting your students for the first time it is important to establish a good rapport with them as quickly as possible. There are several activities you can do with your class to get to know your students and at the same time determine their level of English. Since learning does not come naturally to most students it is important to make the learning environment and process a friendly and enjoyable experience. Teachers are often faced with larger classes and the different...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Russia Moscow 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: In my opinion one of the biggest challenges in being an EFL teacher is having suitable materials. Some countries like South Korea have a wealth of materials, and budget to have a class. A country like Egypt or Saudi Arabia may not have as many materials. So it's important to utilize what you have. Often times teachers wont be able to pick out their course book before hand, due to budget constraints or course curriculum dictated by the administration of school. So creating appropriate non...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Osage Beach Missouri 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: Teaching to special groups has its own challenges in store, you need to know exactly what kind of group you are teaching in order to be able to prepare a lesson that will be successful. We don't need to know in detail the industry of the students, their mother language or anything of the sort. However, we must be engaging, understanding and adaptable to all the different scenarios, in order to be able to reach our students and help them in their learning journey. Identifying the strengths of...  [Read more]

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