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Check out tefl tesol about Company TESOL Course 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: A.K. - New Zealand said: I have personally gained a lot from this course, in terms of the structure of the english language. Being a native speaker myself, I have learnt the necessary skills to communicate in english, but have previously lacked any real understanding of why english is structured the way that it is. Having to learn the rules has been slightly frustrating at times, especially as there are so many contradictions to the rule, and often the way I speak does not correspond either. It has been an...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Nanjing 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: As with the last unit, this unit does an excellent job of breaking down the skills of writing and speaking. With writing, I very easily forget about spelling, punctuation, and even pronounciation. Since I assumed pronounciation was only concentrated on in speaking, I was surprised to find it in the writing section, but also understand why it's there. If students can't read what they're writing, they are less likely to understand what it is they're writing. I wouldn't want to write Japanese if I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Barquisimeto 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: M.T. - U.S.A. said: The last unit guides us through how to cope with the first lesson and how to solve problems within a classroom. The theme has been brought up several times through out the course but this unit is dedicated to it. The most important thing to remember is that as soon as people step into a classroom is to establish rapport so everyone can feel comfortable. If everyone feels comfortable then it will be easier to learn. It is also important to remember that the students are people and every...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Fès 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: L.B. - Japan said: This section is devoted to class management during the lesson. This is the teacher's talk, the work of the students. I liked the topic of discipline in class. The problem of discipline in the class is of concern to many - both beginners and teachers with experience. If you manage the class correctly, then in the class: Pupils devote more time to studying - the teacher does not distract himself from remarks to students, to various retreats, he does not have a late start of the lesson because of the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Jinzhou 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 3 Developing a course for young English learners. Testing their English level and why they need this language. Production of and limiting factors that affect a syllabus. Different types of syllabi and how to design. Course assessment methods and exams and types of. Course evaluation. What have I learned? What is required to develop a course. Relatively straightforward when the course is already available and tested but if not? Lots of info here to guide me through the process. Students level...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Turkey Gaziantep 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: attitude is an important factor in language learning. the positive upbeat attitude of the teacher ensured that the students also became upbeat and successful in the learning process. introductions are also necessary in class, the teacher introduces himself and asks the students to do the same and to also write their names so everyone is familiar with each other. when a teacher has planned his lesson well and is familiar with his plan and does not need to refer to his notes constantly, he...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Mount Carmel Tennessee 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 last unit clarified some of the ways to deal with potentially difficult teaching arrangements-such as a large group or a group with mixed English levels. It is vital to establish rapport with the class in order to understand their different levels and needs. One idea I may use that I have observed teachers use it to start with all students having little name cards on their desks. Although this does not establish rapport, it may help by forcing them to write their names in English and if I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Eden Wisconsin 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 this Unit, two different lessons are taught by the same instructor. The first, is an example of a poorly presented lesson in grammar to ESL students. During the lesson the instructor does not build rapport with the students and doesn't bother to learn their names. He also delivers the lesson without smiling throughout the entire lesson. He begins the lesson speaking quickly and talking about grammar concepts that are beyond the students understanding. It is clear that the students are confused but...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Cumberland 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: Watching videos was very interesting to me in the sense that it showed me how the positive attitude of a teacher can contribute to the effectiveness of his lesson. Students turned to be active if the teacher made a good rapport like joking, calling them by their names and giving everyone a chance to participate. Pairing them was also good then giving them individual attention. I really liked the use of pictures (eliciting), demonstration of a verb and word linking such as a bird........can.........  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Spain burgos 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: It was immediately evident which video was an example of a \"bad\" teacher, purely because of his demeanor while teaching. I believe everyone has had a teacher who seems like they don't want to be there, and it is true that your attitude as a teacher has a major effect on the students' attitudes and motivation. Not only does the second lesson engage the students more with fun activities and useful, interconnected debates, but the teacher actually interacts with his classroom and encourages them to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs United States Clearwater 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 covers the dynamics that happen in a classroom and the reasons that they might vary depending age and cultural demographics. The relationship between student and teach might seem like common sense at times due to the fact that almost everyone reading this will have experienced learning in a classroom, but it does a good job of breaking down specific issues and different types of students and teachers in a way that allows for concentrated reflection on specifics rather than a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Japan Sanda 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 attitude of the teacher and the relationship he or she creates with students is just as crucial as the information the teacher is planning the lesson around. If a teacher does not come into a class positive and confident in the students' success, the students will pick up on condescending gestures and will not participate effectively. Giving positive feedback is critical, and when a student has done something incorrectly, working with the class to produce the correct answer can help everyone...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Peru Ayacucho 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: A teacher must know when to use eye contact with students. Teachers should also use commonly understood international gestures.He/she should also have a good voice clarity and projection. The teacher should know all students names and make sure the students know the names of the others.The classroom desks could be organized in orderly rows, be in a horseshoe shape or students could be at separate tables.Sometimes the teacher will speak to the whole class and sometimes the students will work in pairs...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Lake Ka-ho Indiana 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 lesson provides an overview of teaching receptive skills in the ESL classroom. It offers tips for getting the students more engaged in listening and reading activities that otherwise might intimidate the students or not interest them. Both of these are huge problems every teacher will come in contact with, especially with younger students who might not be as engaged or motivated as adult learners. I frequently encounter problems with my young students when it comes to finding topics that...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Lagos Nigeria 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 lesson was primarily based on the theory behind teaching. It was insightful to read about all these little bits of teaching that most of us never even noticed while during our own schooling. I think this lesson truly gets you to think like how a teacher does. Having to monitor everything is super important, and it's something the students shouldn't have to take note on. Only if your teacher is bad at managing a classroom, while you notice what is wrong. It's a big job.This unit is...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Pingdingshan 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 discusses how to conduct appropriate and effective skills for managing a classroom. It discusses of things such as the appropriate gestures, eye contact, voice, and calling students names. Other things that are discussed are types of effective managing students by organizing the classroom, how to give instructions, and establishing a rapport but maintaining a disciplined environment. There is a balance that must be maintained in, which it is important to discipline the students but...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Nigeria Ife 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 was a great unit. While the differences between the two videos were stark and obvious they were also illuminating in showing how much a teacher's attitude really does dictate the course of a lesson. Even though he was the same instructor he was almost indistinguishable from the first to second video. The first video was at times excruciating and almost hard to watch as you could see how uncomfortable and disconnected the students were and how badly the teacher did not want to be there. The second...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Suwon 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: S.H. - U.S. said: Pronunciation seems to be one of the most neglected aspects of teaching the English language. Although it can be very beneficial for students to learn as much as possible about the correct pronounciation and articulation of words / phrases, many teachers do not see the need in covering this important topic at all. That can have different reasons, but mostly teachers skip pronunciation lessons because they do not feel comfortable enough with it themselves. This problem does not only affect non-native...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Courses Louisiana 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: C.T. - Thailand said: The unit gives the basic knowledge about lesson planning. It?s good to know that lesson planning are not completely strict. Teachers has a right to chose the way they write it but in case an employer doesn?t enforce the teachers to write lesson plans in this or that manner only. Talking about flexibility of a teacher I?m absolutely agree that we need to have this ability because it?s common phenomenon when something goes wrong, not like you?ve planned. According to my own experience I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Shunde 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: E.N. – U.K. said: This time different teaching equipment got presented. It varied from tape recorders to videos, book, blackboards, and many more. Not all equipment must be present all the time, but one thing every classroom needs to have is a board. There are different types: e.g. flipcharts. These can be used when no board is available or the room isn?t big enough for a board. Blackboards are the common boards where teachers and students can write on with chock. Many people dislike chock, so many teachers use...  [Read more]