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  There are some other classroom management issues that we need to consider and they may include issues such as writing on the board, giving students individual attention, the use of teacher talk time, the way in which we should give instructions to our students, the building and maintaining of rapport with our students, and finally the one that perhaps most new teachers particularly spend a lot of time worrying and thinking about, is the issue of classroom discipline. So what we'd like to do is to take each of these in turn and look at some of the major issues surrounding these classroom management issues. 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...  [Read more]

Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) is a widely used method in TESOL that focuses on developing students' ability to communicate effectively in real-life situations. In CLT, the emphasis is on meaningful communication rather than just memorization of grammar rules. Students engage in activities such as role-plays, discussions, and problem-solving tasks to practice using the language in authentic contexts. This method encourages students to be active participants in their learning process and helps them develop both their fluency and accuracy in English. Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) is another effective method that emphasizes learning through the completion of tasks. In TBLT, students are given tasks to complete that require them to use the language in order to achieve a specific...  [Read more]

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Computer Aided Language Learning With the advent of the internet and its increasing importance in the classroom, Computer Aided Language Learning, or CALL, has become a viable and useful source for both teachers and students. CALL first became prevalent in US classrooms in the late 1070’s. Since its introduction it has gone from a primitive, structured Q&A program, to full-fledged language programs such as Rosetta stone. Although programs like Rosetta Stone have experienced success, many experts believe that CALL should be used to augment rather than replace face-to-face learning environments. This was one of the big questions facing ESL teachers in the late 90s, how to integrate CALL and its resulting technological concerns successfully into the classroom. Such things as whether an...  [Read more]

Classes of Mixed Ability You walk into your first class in a new school. You begin with introductions and to your dismay you find a great disparity in the students’ English skills. There are students who have spent time abroad and others who are struggling with Basic English sentence structure. The focus of this article will be to weigh the advantages of 2 teaching strategies for classes of mixed ability introduced in the International TESOL Teacher Training (ITTT) course: grouping similar ability levels and pairing strong with weak students. The first strategy is to separate students within the class so that they have similar levels as the students they do activities with. The main advantages of this strategy are the ability to separate material and to focus on needs separately. When...  [Read more]

  Kathryn enjoyed her experience in Thailand. Prior to the in-class course, she never taught English and saw a quick development during her training. She is now confident to start working as an ESL teacher in Thailand and around the globe. 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. In this unit, I learned to recognize several present tense verb conjugations. For me, this is much more difficult than grammar and the identification of words in a sentence....  [Read more]

Learning Teaching Skills Teaching is a challenging job not only because of the bulk of responsibility of training the students to be academically able but also because of the fact that somehow, we are expected to take part in preparing them to be socially and emotionally stable. In class, how can we let the students recognize that it is not just the quantity of instruction that is essential but they, themselves are? What skills should we learn as teachers so that we can meet this challenge that is put onto our hands? The following ideas have been tried, proven, and practical teaching techniques that may answer the above concern. Utilizing the above teaching skills demonstrates the goal of authentic teachers: that they “… teach from the heart not from the book.” (author unknown)...  [Read more]

  This TESOL review is from Polina. She is from Greece and recently completed our 120-hour online TEFL/TESOL training course right next to the beach at home. She found the course to be very interesting and learned a lot of new things. She is excited to use her new learned skills at the end of the year when she is going back to the capital city of Athens to work with new clients. 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 gives a good insight in...  [Read more]

In a monolingual classroom, where all students speak the same native language, teachers can leverage this shared linguistic background to facilitate comprehension and communication. They can use students' first language to explain complex concepts, clarify instructions, and provide additional support when needed. On the other hand, in a multilingual classroom, where students come from diverse language backgrounds, teachers need to rely more on visual aids, gestures, and simplified language to ensure understanding among all learners. They may need to employ strategies such as language scaffolding, peer tutoring, and differentiated instruction to cater to the varied language proficiency levels present. Effective classroom management is crucial for creating a conducive learning environment in...  [Read more]

  Here we look at the difference between "less" and "fewer". This set of words is often used incorrectly and we decided to take a closer look at the difference to help you avoid mistakes. The key difference is that the word "less" is used to refer to uncountable things while "fewer" is used to refer to countable things. Keeping this in mind will help you figure out which word to use in all situations. Remember the '10 items or less' line at the supermarket" Well, it's actually a mistake. If you are purchasing several items then these items are countable, which means the checkout should be called the ?10 items or fewer" line. Other examples of the difference between the two words are "I have been to fewer countries than you" (countable),"I have less money than you" (uncountable)....  [Read more]

Teaching Grammar The acquisition of new grammar presents interesting challenges for both the student and the teacher. There are factors that need to be considered from the student's point of view, as well as the teacher's point of view. Grammar should be taught and learned a natural form. Teacher should avoid using technical terms related to grammar. The aforementioned factors can cause other difficulties that will be discussed in this article. Learning grammar in a natural form depends mostly on the way on which the teacher presents the grammar. The teacher must present the grammar using natural situations and examples that the students can relate to. In order to achieve this it is necessary, that the teacher plan ahead, know his students well, have a firm grasp of the grammar topic and...  [Read more]

As a former Incan capital, the city of cusco is steeped in the history of this lost civilisation and serves as the gateway to the famous Machu Picchu, one of the new Seven Wonders of the World. cusco is a bustling city of more than 400,000 and there is always plenty to see and do. Within the city are a number of museums, markets, cultural and historical sites which give a fascinating insight to the past and present of Peru. Outside of the city you can take a number of trekking and adventure tours to the surrounding places of interest such as Machu Picchu, Sacsaywaman, Q’oricancha, and the Sacred Valley. Our training centre in cusco, Peru provides the perfect atmosphere for studying towards your TESOL qualification. The centre has modern facilities with well-equipped classrooms. teaching...  [Read more]

Assessing language proficiency in a TESOL classroom is crucial for several reasons. It helps teachers understand the level of each student, tailor lessons to meet their needs, and track their progress over time. By assessing language proficiency, teachers can identify areas where students may need additional support and provide targeted instruction to help them improve. Additionally, assessment allows teachers to evaluate the effectiveness of their teaching methods and make adjustments as needed to enhance the learning experience for their students. There are various types of assessments that can be used to measure language proficiency in a TESOL classroom. These include formative assessments, which are ongoing and help teachers monitor student progress, and summative assessments, which...  [Read more]

  Introduction to Total Physical Response Method The Origins and Development of TPR Principles and Techniques of TPR Benefits of Using TPR in ESL Teaching Implementing TPR in the Classroom Challenges and Limitations of TPR TPR for Different Learning Styles TPR in Combination with Other Teaching Methods Training and Certification in TPR Conclusion: The Future of TPR in ESL Teaching The Total Physical Response (TPR) method is a language teaching approach that emphasizes the importance of physical movement in learning a new language. This method is based on the idea that language learning is most effective when it is combined with physical actions. TPR is widely used in ESL teaching and has been proven to be an engaging and effective way to help students learn and retain new vocabulary...  [Read more]

In the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), it is crucial for teachers to recognize that students have diverse learning styles. These learning styles refer to the individual differences in how people acquire and process information. The three most common learning styles are visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. Visual learners prefer to see information in order to understand it, auditory learners learn best through listening and speaking, and kinesthetic learners learn by doing and experiencing. By understanding these different styles, TEFL teachers can effectively tailor their teaching methods to meet the needs of all students in the classroom. TEFL teachers can employ a variety of strategies to address the varying learning styles of their students. For visual learners,...  [Read more]

In a TEFL classroom, it is essential to recognize that students come from various cultural backgrounds, have different learning styles, and may require additional support due to learning disabilities or language barriers. Understanding these diverse learning needs is the first step in effectively supporting all students in their language learning journey. By acknowledging and embracing these differences, teachers can tailor their instruction to meet the unique needs of each learner. To support students with diverse learning needs, TEFL teachers can implement a variety of strategies. This may include differentiating instruction to cater to various learning styles, providing visual aids and hands-on activities, offering additional support through peer tutoring or one-on-one sessions, and...  [Read more]

  This video is a review of the conditionals in the English language. We take a look at the zero conditional, first conditional, second conditional, third conditional and mixed conditional. This video is specifically aimed at teaching the conditionals 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. When teaching FL, teachers should build a rapport with students and establish rapport between students, find out about students,find out...  [Read more]

Teacher Self Analysis My early experiences of learning in the State education system of the UK clearly affected my career and attitude to education. In the main, I was taught by root, this had the affect of making me become bored and if I am honest, I did not take full advantage of my education. Later realising I still had some untapped potential I enrolled on a course in Higher Education. I expected the same teaching methods that I had experienced earlier in my life, but instead found a more progressive, student centered approach. My motivation was high and I achieved my Certificate in Education. I took these varied experiences with me when I entered teaching some ten years ago. I soon found that most learners at the college were I worked were poorly motivated, lacking drive and...  [Read more]

Motivating Students Motivating students in a language class is a perennial problem for English teachers. Motivation has become more commonly recognized as perhaps the major determining factor for successful learning in general, whether one is an adult learner taking distance education courses or a high school student pushing one’s way through the battery of required courses need to graduate. In any learning setting, the dynamics of motivation will be different. What will help a high school student sustain motivation may not apply to an adult learner or child, for example. The problem is that in many ESL/EFL learning environments, there is an attitude among educators and administrators that “it is up to the student” to be successful. When students fall behind, or are not progressing,...  [Read more]

Assessing the language proficiency of TESOL students is a crucial aspect of effective language teaching and learning. It helps teachers understand the level of their students, tailor instruction to meet their needs, and track progress over time. Language proficiency assessment also enables teachers to identify areas of strength and weakness in students' language skills, allowing for targeted instruction and support. Moreover, assessing language proficiency provides students with valuable feedback on their language development, motivating them to improve their skills. There are various types of language proficiency assessments that TESOL teachers can use to evaluate their students' language abilities. These assessments can be divided into formative assessments, which are ongoing and help...  [Read more]