English Teaching Sites

  This video covers the difference between 'cite' and 'site'. These two words often cause confusion for English learners due to their similar spelling. The word 'cite' is used as a verb and means to make reference to someone or something, like citing experts in a paper. The word 'site', on the other hand, is used as a noun and describes a location or place, like the site of an earthquake or the site of a war. We are sure you won?t confuse the two words again. 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...  [Read more]

  Georgia is among the US states with the most exciting attractions including history, nature, and urban adventures. That’s why Georgia is a great location to take your TEFL/TESOL course. Georgia offers a great selection of historic attractions is it was among the original Thirteen Colonies. Moreover, the state boasts over 60 major parks from the northern Blue Ridge Mountains all the way to its splendid Atlantic Coast. Some say Georgia is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts with countless unique opportunities to engage in leisure activities in nature. If you sign up for our TEFL/TESOL training course in Georgia, you will not only earn one of the most valuable teaching qualifications out there but also spend a month in an exciting US state. Go out and about in Georgia and you will...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Class TESOL Online 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: J.D. - Germany said: Songs in the ClassroomLanguage has many elements of music within it. When we speak there is a natural melody in our words. Speech has rhythm and cadence, accents and dynamics. Sometimes we speak in short staccato syllables and sometimes in smooth legato phrases. The voice itself has a harmonious quality that makes it either pleasant or painful to listen to, depending on the speaker. It seems only natural that we should take advantage of these similarities and use music when we teach english....  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Maguindanao Sultan Kudarat 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 informs on the various teaching aids available and equipment that can help in planning and teaching. It shows that preparation in learning how to use and what to use is essential. There are particular needs for each piece of equipment and the teacher needs to know the one chosen in advance to enable a smooth lesson. It talks of the advantages and disadvantages of each teaching aid. It also gives many internet sites which can be helpful to both teachers and students. I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Pollachi India 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: I enjoyed this topic, though I do believe the equipment in the classroom are often more expansive than that suggested in this unit, but it does provide a basic overview, and talks about the usages, yet typically I have found that most teachers nowadays tend to use the likes of OHP for games and watching movies with children during special occasions such as holidays. Not so often do I see such equipment used during traditional classes, even when I was at university here, they almost never used the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Guadalajara 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: N.W. - Australia said: This unit outlines all the different teaching aids and tips for using them effectively. I can't remember all of them, but It gives a really good list of online resources to enhance the teacher's ability to have plenty of resources available for preparation. A lot of those sites, have been blocked by the Korean department of education, so I've not been able to use them in the past, but I did see a lot of new sites that I hadn't discovered before. All of these resources given in this course I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Schleswig 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, the subject of teaching equipment and materials are examined in greater detail, including the principles of board-work, and an additional 12 types of teaching equipment that contribute to the language learning experience. Lists of various sources for both teacher and EFL student are provided in great length, including, but not limited to, online dictionary sources, media, learning lessons and exercises as well as internet-based sites. I have learned that there are many more teaching...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Doha Qatar 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 dealt with the various resources available to an aspiring teacher of English.The advantages and disadvantages of the interactive whiteboard and overhead projector indicates the expectations when lesson planning is done.The use of the computer in teaching English has endless possibilities and the various sites one can visit from grammar to lesson planning is innovatingThis unit mainly covers the vocabulary, grammatical structures and functions. Although it doesn't describe the topic...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Mariupol Ukraine 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: Understanding the practical use of course books and teaching aids in a classroom setting. Knowing the advantage and disadvantages of different teaching aids. Knowing that student react differently to visual aids over written aids. Understanding the advantages and disadvantages of resource books in a classroom. Creating activities in the Activate phase of the lesson.The most beneficial part of this unit was the links to various sites for teaching material and ideas. I have been on both...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Pennsville New Mexico 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: My teaching experience has given me the opportunity to work with the majority of the teaching equipment mentioned in Unit 17. While I enjoy working with the OHP, I feel it?s not a staple in the classroom anymore. I have never worked with the interactive whiteboards but agree that a proper training (just like for most electronic devices) would increase the potential for the materials created with it. I do agree that teachers should make sure the devices and materials work as well as having a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Valle Arizona 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 comprehensively covers issues relating to the use and relevance of materials and teaching aids in the classroom. The variety of teaching aids enables the teacher to provide his/her students with alternatives to reliance on the textbook. It has been shown that visual aids, such as overhead projectors and the like, increase the interest and effectiveness of a lesson. Resources found in the classroom often include a white board (or IWB), cassette or DVD player, video camera/smart phone,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Deblois Maine 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 good section in that it provided clear instructions on the limitations associated with teaching aids. Without know the positives and limitations, it would be easy to misuse or to not include some beneficial technologies. I am concerned about the links being the best current available. The problem with many resource listings is that they are current at time of writing but are not updated. The fact that cassette recorders are included smartphones are not included leads me to believe that the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Richlands North Carolina 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 far as teaching resources and types of resources, this unit didn't teach me anything I didn't already know as a teacher. I use a whiteboard daily as well as an overhead screen. My school doesn't have a Smart Board, though I'm familiar with it and think it is a fabulous tool to get students more interactive with the lesson. Small individual whiteboards are also quite useful in the classroom for kids to participate along with the lesson. The best part of this unit was the list of on-line...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Russia Yelets 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 topic of professional development. When teaching in a foreign country, it is important to be aware of the cultural issues of the country. Employment could be found online through advertising sites, or it would be ideal to visit the particular country you wish to find employment in to get the \"feel\" of the country and the job. C.V.s should contain all the essential information about yourself and all the relevant qualifications and employment history, but it is best to keep it...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Mangaung South Africa 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 has helped me understand better on how to plan out a lesson and become more familiar with the ESA straight arrow teaching phases. It has taught me not to script my lessons or else it may become rigid but be more flexible when teaching my classes. The sample lessons in the unit is a very good example that I can refer to in the future when planning out my lessons.I realized that there are similarities with the aspects to consider in teaching young learners and adults,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Saint-Denis Reunion 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 explains the many different present tense forms used. It explains their usages, how to form sentences, and also gives us some sample exercises to use with our students. In this lesson we review Present Simple, Present Continuous, Present Perfect, and Present Perfect Continuous. We learn how to form each tense in the positive/affirmative, negative, and question form.Again Unit 6 the business English world was helpful with resources, examples and general info. I got some...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Chilhowie Viriginia 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 serves as a guide to equipment and teaching aids. A teacher's most useful resource will almost always be the board. However, a number of other useful resources are usually available, including: visual aids, worksheets, CD players, video, dictionaries, course/resource books, etc. Furthermore, computers (and especially the internet) are increasingly the standard go-to for teachers looking to supplement a lesson. Youtube and BBC's \"Learning English\" are particularly useful for both teachers...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Tusten 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: In this unit I found out so many good web sites, where i can find a very good and useful information for myself and my lessons. To improve my writing, listening and reading skills. Also there are list of books which can help me to review all grammar rules. Its very important to use in your lesson bunch of teaching aids which can help you to encourage students in the beginning of the lesson and in the end of the lesson to make sure all students on the same page and they do understood your lesson. For...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Kadoma Japan 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: From this unit I might not have learned that much, but I did gain access to a whole lot of (online) knowledge. I visited all the sites that were referred and bookmarked many of them for future use. The overview and explanation of equipment was, for the most, pretty obvious. An exception was the tips and tricks regarding the use of an interactive whiteboard, since I have never used one before.Unit#13 is about phonology and pronunciation. Also, it explains how to teach phonology and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification India Khammam 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 seventeen focuses on the various teaching aides and equipment that can be used within a classroom. There are many different types of ways teachers can help stimulate learning by using whiteboards, overhead projectors, and other electronics. Teachers can also use visual aids in order to help students better understand certain concepts or meanings. Visual aids are always a good resource to use to avoid direct translation as just relying on translation is not adequate enough as words in...  [Read more]