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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Sagar 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: The tense system is definitely one of the main problem in studying English grammar. Present, past and future are the three different times and they all have four aspects: simple, continuous, perfect and present continuous. Tenses are the main part of the sentence, therefore it is important for students to know the fundamental rules to build english sentences. Moreover, every tense has a different meaning and usage. This is why students need to understand under what circumstances each tense is usually...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Brazil Ipatinga 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 various tenses the future tense is broken up into: Future simple uses “will” or “shall” to communicate events happening in the future directly; predictions with no evidence, spontaneous decisions, etc. The abbreviation of “-‘ll” can also be used. “Shall” seems more formal, but not as decisive or forceful as “will” Future continuous is for an action that will be ongoing in the future. It uses “will be” Future...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Magnet Nebraska 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: For other uses, see Future tense (disambiguation). In grammar, a future tense (abbreviated fut) is a verb form that generally marks the event described by the verb as not having happened yet, but expected to happen in the future. An example of a future tense form is the French aimera, meaning \"will love\", derived from the verb aimer (\"love\"). English does not have a future tense formed by verb inflection in this way, although it has a number of ways to express the future, particularly the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Alcala De Henares Spain 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: Please note that, while you ask questions about norm and criteria referencing in tests, this material is not included in the unit. I had to consult outside sources in order to answer these questions. Overall, it was useful to review the categories of tests, but I wish there was more emphasis on designing a syllabus, rather than learning abbreviations of testing agencies.I feel as if a common challenge for non native speakers would be the concept of the continuous form as some...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Yinchuan China 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 like analogies as a learning concept so was quite taken with the tree analogy as a breakdown of grammar, vocabulary and functions. I also appreciated the ideas for class lessons which I hope to learn about more in future units. The main concept I got from this unit was that of functions. I have generally thought of language as being made up of grammar and vocabulary. Functions is a new addition for me to consider.This unit covered what we will be seeing in the next units. It showed...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Canada Oakville 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 1 is a simple introduction into Business English. In it, it goes over the content, how it works, aims, objectives, various terminology, it gives a Business English overview, and goes over ESP and Prospects. Finally, there is a task sheet used to test our knowledge. I feel like I learned a lot more of the General Terminology and their abbreviations. I had no idea there were so many. Also, it's good to know that I don't have to be a specialist in a single aspect of the business field...  [Read more]

  The idiom "blue collar" refers to manual labor or industrial work. The term comes from the usually blue overalls manual laborers would wear in factories etc 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. Ok, nearly forgot about this part of the test. Well, I can certainly state that the long list of abbreviations is a bonus – I don't have to google them anymore. The course content looks good and the Prospects section provides a good set of basic...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Dongguan China 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 is quite tricky to remember all the subtle differences between parts of speech. Especially when comes to possessive pronouns and adjectives. Even after reading the materials and listening to the video for a few times. When identifying parts of speech, I was only missing description of commonly used abbreviations and had to look for them elsewhere. (n - noun, v - verb, adj - adjective, etc.) Yet, this lesson gave me a good start in fully understanding English grammar. I will be constantly coming...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Lauro De Freitas Brazil 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 1 introduced the content for the next five units. Included was helpful advice as to how to study the units and the aims of the course. The explanations of the abbreviations of the different types of classes, certificates, and associations were very helpful. I didn?t realize that TEFL only applied to teaching English in non-native English speaking countries. Being new to teaching Business English, I appreciated the reminder that I am expected to teach the students English that they...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Shanwei China 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 learned the verbs in the past. The past simple tense where ed is added at the end the verb, except for the irregular verbs, the past continuous where we use the verb to be plus pp and ing, the past perfect where we use the verb have in in the past form plu ed and the past perfect continuous with have in the past plus been plus pp plus ing. These tenses tell you if the action is still going on, if it continues or if it was performed after of before a time or if two a actions happen...  [Read more]

  There is often much confusion surrounding these acronyms but essentially they mean the same thing. TEFL = Teaching English as a Foreign Language TESOL = Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages The above are generally used interchangeably, however, TEFL is most commonly used within the UK and TESOL is usually preferred in Australia and the USA. Although some countries may favor one acronym over the other, it is important to remember that a TEFL certification and a TESOL certification are exactly the same thing as the training involved is identical. Although TEFL and TESOL training courses are identical and the acronyms are generally used interchangeably, there is a technical difference between the two. The general perception is that speakers of English as a foreign...  [Read more]

  There is often much confusion surrounding these acronyms but essentially they mean the same thing. TEFL = Teaching English as a Foreign Language TESOL = Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages The above are generally used interchangeably, however, TEFL is most commonly used within the UK and TESOL is usually preferred in Australia and the USA. Although some countries may favor one acronym over the other, it is important to remember that a TEFL certification and a TESOL certification are exactly the same thing as the training involved is identical. Although TEFL and TESOL training courses are identical and the acronyms are generally used interchangeably, there is a technical difference between the two. The general perception is that speakers of English as a foreign...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Centre Combined 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. S. - South Africa said: Dictionary TrainingImagine that you are learning english in school for the first time whether you’re young or mature. You start reading a story and all of a sudden very frightening, unknown words appear. Words such as “conversation” or “mystery.” What do you do? To answer that there is no tool more useful and necessary than a dictionary. With over one million words, the dictionary will increase the speaking and writing accuracy, vocabulary, and general ability to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Higher TESOL Programs 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.M. - U.S.A. said: Dictionary TrainingI mentioned in an earlier lesson that I carry a dictionary with me wherever I go. Actually, I carry numerous dictionaries. I presently work for the united states government and work alongside numerous allied countries. I cannot express enough the utility gained from those dictionaries. You will never find me without at least one “Berlitz Phrasebook.” One phrasebook that I carry now is the “Berlitz Mandarin.” The reason I mention it is because one of the most...  [Read more]

Difference between formal and non-formal language Formal language is English language that is formal in nature, ie it is grammatically correct, clearly spoken and polite. It is used when the listener or reader is an important person or if the subject matter is of an important nature. An example of formal english can be found in a courtroom, a news broadcast or on a legal document. Informal language, on the other hand is not necessarily formal or clearly spoken and is used when the listener or reader is a person with whom the speaker or writer is familiar, such as a friend or family member.(1) According to Dean Noble(2), formal language tends to be used in certain social settings. A scene such as a birthday party or a business conference. The social setting has a bearing on the level of...  [Read more]

TESOL certification is a qualification that is commonly expected by employers when seeking positions as an English language teacher across the majority of countries globally. While some less frequented destinations might still offer teaching opportunities without specific qualifications, securing a TESOL certification from a respected course provider is indispensable when pursuing ESL teaching positions that ensure favorable pay and comfortable work conditions. In addition, numerous highly sought-after countries for teaching English abroad have now made a TESOL certification a prerequisite for obtaining a work permit or visa. Lacking this certification would prohibit you from legally accessing employment in these countries, many of which host the most lucrative employers within the TESOL...  [Read more]

Here at ITTT, we will do all we can to ensure your entire TESOL training experience is as straightforward and rewarding as possible. If you have any questions regarding our courses, please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section below. Our FAQ section should clear up most of your queries but if you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us by submitting them via the form provided at the bottom of this page. What does TESOL mean?   The acronym TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. The term is commonly used when referring to certification courses that provide the skills necessary to teach the English language to non-native speakers in your own country or abroad. Read more What is the difference between TESOL and...  [Read more]