English For Special Purposes

  Our next category in our series of teaching special groups in ESL is English for specific purposes. This video focuses specifically on teaching business English. How is business Enligsh different to general English? Will you be able to teach business English? Find out in this video. 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. As a native speaker, it is indeed an eye opener to know that there are so many classifications for present tense. Some of it is...  [Read more]

Professional development workshops and conferences are excellent resources for TESOL teachers to enhance their teaching skills. These events offer opportunities to learn about the latest teaching methodologies, technologies, and research in the field. They also provide a platform for teachers to network with colleagues, share best practices, and gain new insights into language teaching. Many organizations, such as TESOL International Association and local TESOL affiliates, organize regular workshops and conferences that cater to the professional development needs of language educators. Online courses and webinars have become increasingly popular among TESOL teachers looking to improve their teaching skills. These virtual learning opportunities offer flexibility and convenience, allowing...  [Read more]

--- Specializing in teaching English to specific age groups with a TEFL certificate is not only possible but can also be highly beneficial for both you as a teacher and your students. As a TEFL-certified teacher, you can choose to specialize in teaching English to young learners, teenagers, adults, or even specific demographics within these age groups. Each specialization comes with its unique challenges and rewards, but with the right training and approach, you can become a highly effective and sought-after English teacher in your chosen age group. Teaching English to young learners, typically aged between 3 to 12 years old, requires a special set of skills and strategies. With a TEFL certificate specializing in young learners, you will learn how to create engaging and interactive lessons...  [Read more]

When it comes to teaching English to speakers of other languages (TESOL), the setting in which you teach can greatly influence your approach, resources, and overall experience. Two common settings for TESOL instruction are private language schools and public schools. Let's explore the main differences between teaching TESOL in these two environments. Teaching TESOL in a private language school often involves smaller class sizes, which can allow for more personalized attention and tailored instruction. Private language schools tend to have a more flexible curriculum, allowing teachers to adapt their lesson plans to meet the specific needs and goals of their students. In contrast, public schools typically have larger class sizes, which can present challenges in terms of individualized...  [Read more]

Assessing student progress and proficiency in an English language classroom is crucial for several reasons. Firstly, it helps teachers understand how well students are learning and where they may need additional support. This information allows educators to tailor their teaching methods to better meet the needs of their students. Additionally, assessments provide students with feedback on their learning, which can be motivating and help them track their own progress over time. Regular assessments can also inform decision-making at the institutional level, such as curriculum development and resource allocation. There are various types of assessments that can be used to evaluate student progress and proficiency in an English language classroom. These include formative assessments, which are...  [Read more]

  This video covers the difference between 'adapt' and 'adopt'. Due to their similar spelling, their usage is often confused. 'Adapt' describes the action of taking something and changing it for a special purpose, for example: A screenwriter successfully adapts the book to make it work as a movie. The word 'adopt', on the other hand, refers to the action of taking something and using it or making it your own, such as here: Because they couldn't have children of their own, they decided to adopt a child. 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...  [Read more]

  The Importance of Specialized TESOL Courses Advantages of Specializing in TESOL Specialized TESOL Courses Offered by ITTT The Role of Specialized TESOL Training Career Opportunities with Specialized TESOL Courses Online Specialized TESOL Courses Practical Aspects of Specialized TESOL Courses Specialized TESOL Courses for Specific Student Groups Specialized TESOL Courses for Specific Regions The Future of Specialized TESOL Courses Specialized TESOL courses play a crucial role in preparing educators to meet the diverse needs of English language learners. These courses go beyond general TEFL training to provide in-depth knowledge and skills for teaching specific student groups or subjects. ITTT, as one of the leading TEFL and TESOL providers worldwide, offers a range of specialized...  [Read more]

1. Overview of ESL Teaching in the UK 2. Challenges Faced by ESL Teachers 3. Strategies to Overcome ESL Teaching Challenges 4. Conclusion English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching in the United Kingdom is a vital component of the education system due to the increasing number of non-native English speakers in the country. ESL teachers play a crucial role in helping individuals, both young and old, develop their English language skills for academic, professional, and social purposes. With the diverse student population in the UK, ESL teachers must be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach English language learners. ESL teachers in the UK encounter various challenges in their profession, ranging from cultural differences to language barriers. One of the...  [Read more]

  We now consider what we might call the technology that we could use within the classroom then that could include things such as cassettes, the use of CDs, the use of DVD and video. Some general issues surrounding the use of these types of material, make sure whenever you're using any of this type of technology though you know how it actually works when using it for a listening activity, for example. How long does it take for the whole tape to play through? How long does it take to rewind and so on. Other issues that you might need to think about is if you're using a cassette player or CD or something that you set the volume level before you actually start the lesson so that when you switch on you don't shock everyone with a very loud sound or that they can't actually hear it....  [Read more]

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business English The study of business English relates specifically to learning and improving English ability for use in international trade. It is studied by non-native speakers who wish to communicate with companies in English speaking countries. In addition, it is used between non-native speaking companies who communicate using English as a shared second language. In principle, the same structures are used to teach business English as other areas of TESOL teaching. However, the contexts and vocabulary will differ. Areas of vocabulary will vary depending on the needs of the student but will generally fall into the region of general business vocabulary, trade, finance and international relations. Besides specific vocabulary, there is often a focus on communications skills...  [Read more]

The journey to becoming a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) teacher often comes with numerous questions that may not fit neatly into specific categories. This section addresses a variety of miscellaneous FAQs related to TESOL certification and teaching English abroad. Whether you're curious about job search tips, classroom management strategies, or what to pack for your teaching assignment, you'll find answers to these and other common questions here. This comprehensive guide aims to provide clarity and support as you embark on your TESOL journey, ensuring you have the information you need to succeed. an I teach English in countries with different dialects?   Understand the importance of dialects and accents in teaching English as a foreign language...  [Read more]

Pronunciation Problems for Chinese Students of English As a global language, English has been popularly taught as the second language in China for quite a few years. Now there are more Chinese people learning English on various purposes, such as applying for a higher paid job, studying and living abroad, or establishing business with western countries. According to my experience of learning and teaching English, it is harder to master English pronunciation than English grammar for Chinese students. Chinese grammar may appear quite simple compared to that of many highly-inflected Western languages (e.g. Russian, Latin, etc.), or even the low-scale verb conjugations, for instance, of English (e.g. "swim, swam, swum") because of the lack of inflections. Even though there are similarities...  [Read more]

The Role of the Teacher If only the role of a teacher was as easy as being a ‘medium through which students learn’. In today’s day and age, no matter what country the role takes place in, a teacher is so much more than a resource for information. When I was young, I wanted to be a teacher when I grew up, simply because I wanted to write on the chalkboard! My teachers seemed to be the greatest printers, curving their letters just so, and I wanted to do it also! Now, after ‘higher education’, and three different career paths, I have come back to wanting to be a teacher, but my reasons have changed. I was fortunate in my years of high school, to have teachers that really cared about me as an individual, and I want to give this back. This is where the difference between...  [Read more]