How To Teach English To 4 Year Olds

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Spain lleida 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 5 covered the different Teaching Themes, which includes; Songs, chants and music, games, stories, arts and crafts, seasonal activities and drama and movement. I learned that you have to choose wise your teaching themes, depending of the age and level of the students, e.g.; Stories which are designed for 13 years old learners might be not appropriate for 4-6 year olds. Games, songs and crafts which are meant for teaching 6 years old learners can be very embarrassing for 13 years old...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Japan Isesaki 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 unit 2, we are very briefly introduced to 4 different learning and developmental theories (maturationists, constructivists, environmentalists and cognitive develpmentalists) before going into a comparison about how people learn L1 and L2. We hear about mythologies of teaching different age groups (group 1 for 5-9 year old, group 2 for 9-13 year olds) based on what children within these age brackets usually like and dislike. Furthermore, the unit looks into different learning environments and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs South Africa Umlazi 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 covered the different theories regarding language acquisition (4 major ones: maturation, constructivism, environmentalism, and other theories). Most teachers and researchers are of agreement that learning a new language is a combination of all of these theories. Children learn both by nature (maturation) and nurture (environmentalism), and many other factors. It is also important when teaching young learners that the age range is taken into consideration, for 5-9-year-olds will be...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Canada Richmond 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 4 main groups of learning and developmental theories. The maturation theory determines that the physical and mental development of a child is based on heredity. The environmental theory conversely believes that a child's development is influenced by their surrounding. Constructivism and cognitive development combine both previous theories (nature+environment). Teaching young learners ages 5-9 will imply the use of various short physical activities (Engage and Practice) and drilling. The...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Alger Michigan 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 the present verb tense, one of the 3 verb tenses in the English language (Present, Past, and Future). The present tense is divided into 4 main tenses: the simple present tense (e.g. I brush my teeth everyday), the present perfect tense (e.g. I have eaten Chinese food before), the present continuous (e.g. I am brushing my teeth), and the present perfect continuous (I have been eating Chinese food since I was six years old). Each of the tenses has it?s own form and usages. It was...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Australia Melbourne 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: Ok, so, well...I have to admit there were a few points I haven't thought of before. Helpful. However, question 18 took me by surprise. I thought all of the listed factors were important. Nr 1: Well, I thought students' personalities – even though they should not rule the seating arrangements – would be good to keep in mind and not seat together 2 students openly disliking each other. Nr 2: That is a no brainer, yes, the amount of space has to be considered. Nr 3: Students' ages....  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Lexington 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: This unit has covered 'teaching special groups'. More specifically it discussed teaching beginners or young learners and the special techniques/methods needed for each group. For example a group of young learners aged 4-5 years old will need more variety in the lesson and lots of visual aids and even some slapstick element to keep their attention. The teacher must speak clearly and slowly, often repeating sentences and instructions. Activties should be simple and not too long, like singing...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Fast TESOL Centers 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: K.B. - U.S.A. said: Child DevelopmentChild development refers to the emotional, physical, and mental changes that occur in a child in the early years of his or her life. Changes during this time are drastic and far more significant than any other time. The development of the brain will create personality characteristics, learning abilities/disabilities, and language skills. It will also determine what the child’s brain will be capable of later in life, as unused synapses are pruned away. Child...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Companies Respected TESOL 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.M. - Korea said: Games in the classroomIntroduction: This article will attempt to point out the positive effect of games and how to use them in the E.S.L. classroom, but will also show some of the pitfalls that can and should be avoided. I will also focus more on a Kindergarten environment specifically. Games…in class? The classroom has traditionally been an area of serious study. Although numerous teachers through history has been exceptional, they all have this in common – they capture the...  [Read more]

Learning modes: Young learners vs. adults he role of a teacher is a vast and varied one and there is a considerable amount of factors that will affect this role. One of the main factors that really effects how and what we decide to teach is the age of the students. For instance you could not walk into a classroom full of eight year old primary school children with the same lesson plan designed for teaching a group of 3rd year degree students. Other then the differences that would occur in academic ability, between these two groups, people of different ages have very different needs, competences and cognitive skills. For example, it is through play that much of children's early learning is achieved. (1) ‘The physical, socio-emotional and intellectual development of children is dependent...  [Read more]

Online vs. Onsite Courses Becoming certified to teach English as a second language can be done onsite or online. On online course was the most efficient, economical and in many ways the superior way for me. This article explains my background and situation. It also touches on the process I went through to get to this, the final lesson. Online is not for everyone. It takes an open and creative mind to step into the world of computers and electronic tutors. An imagination and discipline were keys to my approach. Imagination was profound when I would take time away from class and Google some blogs about teaching English. Dave’s Café was just one of these places where you could find endless discussions on the joys and perils of teaching English in other countries. These stories were the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Complete TESOL Cities 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.P. - South Korea said: Classroom ManagementIt has been my privilege to be in management all of my professional life, whether it was with Wal-Mart as a retail manager, Steven L. Foulston, P.A., as a legal administrator and paralegal, Rubio’s Fresh mexican Grill as a restaurant manager, or UPS, as a shipping and receiving manager. It didn’t matter what type of business it was, I learned the importance of people and how to manage the company effectively. Basically, I learned all of the skills necessary...  [Read more]

Rome is one of our most popular TESOL course locations. The combination of culture, history and the large number of English teaching jobs throughout Italy make it an ideal choice for a TESOL course. Our TESOL training center is in a perfect location, close to the Vatican and public transport and offers very modern training facilities and professional staff to ensure you have a memorable time during your course. It is easy to imagine sitting outdoors on a pleasant evening enjoying a refreshing ice cream, while sitting on the world famous spanish Steps, or overlooking the Coliseum and just watching as people stroll on by… This wonderful mix of the old and the new, of culture and history and the unique delights that Rome offers, makes it, unquestionably, one of the most beautiful,...  [Read more]

Rome is one of our most popular TESOL course locations. The combination of culture, history and the large number of English teaching jobs throughout Italy make it an ideal choice for a TESOL course. Our TESOL training center is in a perfect location, close to the Vatican and public transport and offers very modern training facilities and professional staff to ensure you have a memorable time during your course. It is easy to imagine sitting outdoors on a pleasant evening enjoying a refreshing ice cream, while sitting on the world famous spanish Steps, or overlooking the Coliseum and just watching as people stroll on by… This wonderful mix of the old and the new, of culture and history and the unique delights that Rome offers, makes it, unquestionably, one of the most beautiful,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cheap Value TESOL 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.B. - South Korea said: Teaching EFL in a KindergartenTeaching EFL in a kindergarten – the thought strikes fear in some people and in others (such as myself) it screams life, fun, energy, excitement, games, joy and a rewarding job! In the following essay, I will draw on my personal work experience to argue the pros and cons of ‘Teaching EFL in a Kindergarten.’ Let’s begin by taking a step inside a Korean Kindergarten Hagwon or english academy with monolingual students. Students at a Kindergarten are...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Fee TESOL International 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: K.D. - U.S.A. said: english as a Global LanguageAs years have passed english has become even more popular in countries throughout the world. Thanks to how history played out in the settling of nations and trade and commerce routes english has taken root and is growing like an insistent weed. Think about it, if the British had not been looking for gold, glory and God they might never have colonized in Africa and english might never have been introduced to the continent. Each major continent (save Antarctica)...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Company Easy TESOL 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.N. - Australia said: english as a Global LanguageEnglish holds the top spot in the hierarchy of world languages. That doesn't mean it's spoken by the most people – that gong goes to China – but english is the most influential language in the world, and at present is the only language which can claim to be the global language. My first glimpse of this phenomena came while speaking with an austrian visitor to Australia, and discussing his native language, German. I thought to ask him what language he had...  [Read more]

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If you crave adventure and a lifestyle that’s out of the ordinary, Phnom Penh, Cambodia is the perfect location to launch your ‘teach English abroad’ journey. The transformation of Cambodia over the past three decades from a country characterised by occupation and trouble, to a Southeast Asian powerhouse, is phenomenal. There’s an insatiable demand for English language skills in Cambodia - and a chronic shortage of TEFL qualified people to teach English. What does this mean for people just like you? Simple! It means opportunities galore. Phnom Penh is the capital city of Cambodia and the nation’s international gateway. With a population of around 2.5 million people and a relatively confined central business district, it has a noticeably slower pace of life than you’ll find in...  [Read more]