Jean Willis

Best known for the Situated Learning Theory, which suggests that classroom activities that are abstract and lack context are not effective. This leads to the idea that classroom practice activities should be realistic and have a real communicative purpose to be useful.  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Willis Texas 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 topics of Conditionals and Reported Speech. There are 5 main Conditionals. The zero conditional is used to convey facts; the first conditional conveys a real situation in the future possible if a certain condition is met; the second conditional is used to express a hypothetical future consequence based on a condition unlikely to be true; the third conditional a hypothetical past consequence based on a hypothetical past condition; finally the mixed conditional expresses a present...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Willis 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: Firstly, I learned the two productive skills in this unit.They are both crucial to me because they play a vital role in the learning process.Example learners who are visually and auditory, I can extract the result or outcome when the language is produce through this skills. Secondly, I learned that longer time must be allocated because drilling should be repeated as a group and individual to check. Apart from that writing need longer time to compose and meditate what to write and re-writing ugly...  [Read more]

A theoretical framework which led to Piaget’s theory of cognitive development. Piaget described the stages of cognitive development in humans as a chronological series of stages. At each stage the cognitive development increased. The stages were named: 1. sensorimotor stage (0-2 years); intelligence development is seen in motor actions. 2. pre-operation stage (3-7 years) where intelligence is intuitive. 3. the concrete operational stage (8-11 years); intelligence is logical. 4. formal operations (12-15 years); intelligence, especially thinking, involve abstraction.  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Agency Village South Dakota 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 unit is clearly organized that allows to notice the easiest ways how to teach students the parts of speech such as nouns, adjectives, verbs, adverbs, the gerund, prepositions, conjunctions, the articles, pronouns, the infinitive. From the unit I've learnt how grammar lessons can be created for better understanding. For instance, the topic \"gerund\" is always a bit difficult for students, but if a teacher uses the comparative method with suitable examples, it makes student even to know...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Enterprise 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: This unit is about teaching productive skills. Productive skills include speaking and writing. I completely agree with this unit when it mentions that writing is the most neglected skill in the TEFL world. I agree that in class writing assignments are much better than giving writing assignments as homework. My past experiences have proven that writing assignments given as homework are often neglected. This unit breaks down the speaking section between the accuracy activities and the fluency...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Nodaway Iowa 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 was particularly helpful for somebody with little to no experience teaching in a classroom. I had never really thought about how the setup of a classroom can affect the entire mood. Learning about the pros and cons of the different ways to group students was beneficial as well. I will most likely be utilizing pair work as often as possible in order to increase student talk time and establish rapport with them. Little details such as using a student's name at the end of a question in order to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Muddy Indiana 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: A good textbook is a good start for students' language study. Student will be interested in language study in the first place if they find out the English textbook is attractive. That's why it's so important to choose an appropriate textbook. But if we just follow the textbook to teach, at some point student will find it boring, because a textbook can never be 100% fit for our students' needs. That's why teachers' teaching skill matters so much. A good teacher should be able to vary textbook material...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Auburn Kansas 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 aspect of teaching new language. This includes new vocabulary, grammar structures, and language functions. I have learnt what to consider when choosing new vocabulary to teach, such as the appropriacy of the language to the students and the task. I have learnt what things the students need to learn about new grammar structures, such as the different forms and patterns. I have also learnt about different language functions, such as inviting and refusing, which has encouraged me to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL West Allis 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: Some teachers with experience seem to have an ability to think on their feet, and this allows them to believe that lesson planning is unnecessary However, most teachers do not share this view and prepare their lessons. The resulting lesson plans range from the very formal and elaborate to a few hurried notes. But even the notes are still a plan of a kind. For students, evidence of a plan shows that the teacher has devoted time to thinking about the class. It strongly suggests a level of...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Grandfalls Texas 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: Revisiting grammar concepts was very useful, particularly working with the task sheet in which I had to provide examples on how I'd explain different concepts to students. I am looking forward to reviewing a few concepts, such as prepositions and reflexive pronouns, as my knowledge in these two areas are a bit shaky. I plan on using The Ins and Outs of Prepositions by Jean Yates, and Practical English Usage, English Grammar in Use and Advance English Grammar in use, along with How to teach English....  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about Cost Fast 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. - Australia said: First Language Vs Second Language AcquisitionI will begin by exploring what second language learning means, how we acquire or learn language and then examine the differences between form and function and the qualities both treatments bring to the area of learning a second language. Second language acquisition is a term used to describe students who are learning a language other than their native tongue. The settings in which the students learn amongst can make considerable difference to the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cost TESOL Certificate 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. - U.S.A. said: Child DevelopmentThe cognitive development of second language learning in children has been a topic researchers have been interested in for decades now. While many people worry about the negatives affects a second language can have on their child if exposed to at an early age, research shows opposing affects. This research shows that the early bi-language introduction has impacts on children’s cognitive development including executive functioning, metalingusitic awareness, cognitive...  [Read more]

Get TESOL qualified on the beautiful island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands with ITTT. Study in beach paradise on this island chain just 62 miles off the coast of Morocco where the weather is warm all year round and the scenery so varied it is known as “the Little Continent”. One minute you will feel like you are crossing the Sahara Desert as you explore the sand dunes on camel or dune buggy. The next moment could see you trekking through rainforest before moving onto breathtaking mountain views reminiscent of the Grand Canyon or Rocky Mountains. Head to the beaches for sunbathing and other exciting activities such as surfing and windsurfing. The beach at Pozo Izquierdo is the place to be in Gran Canaria when it comes to windsurfing and is the location of the windsurfing world...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Fee TESOL Accredited 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: Classroom managementClassroom management presents one of the most difficult challenges to teachers, and it becomes an even greater challenge when a foreign language is involved. How classrooms are managed plays an important role in teaching and it affects both the students’ ability and desire to learn. For learning to be effective, the teacher must be able to create a good relationship with the students, provide an environment where the students felt comfortable and confident enough to...  [Read more]

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A blend of stunning landscapes, rich culture and history, friendly people and fascinating cities all make India a very appealing destination for a TESOL course. Our TESOL courses in India provide high quality training that can be utilized in India or elsewhere worldwide. India is truly unique in terms of the diversity that it offers. Many cultures and religions happily co-exist in relative harmony and there is a tremendous variety of traditions, costumes and languages on display. The Indian cuisine has rightly become popular all over the world and again offers something to suit all tastes. India is also home to one of the modern wonders of the world, the famous Taj Mahal, as well as other stunning cities, temples, palaces, castles, national parks and beaches. The city of Kolkata (formerly...  [Read more]

Located in the city of loja in loja Province, our Ecuador TESOL training center is the ideal place to earn your TESOL certificate in South America. This provincial capital is home to two major universities which are in the top ten of the whole country and is an important center of arts and culture in Ecuador. loja is known as the Music and Cultural capital of Ecuador and throughout the city you will find artwork on public display as well as any number of musical and cultural events happening in the city’s squares. The Colonial District is the ideal place to spend the day wandering through the quaint cobbled streets taking in the sights and sounds of the city. Although it is not a big city, loja has plenty of restaurants, cafes and bars not to mention shops and local markets to visit....  [Read more]

As Vietnam continues to develop rapidly and become more economically liberal, the demand for learning English has increased dramatically and, as a result, Vietnam has now become an attractive destination for a TESOL course. Our TESOL course in Ho Chi Minh City is highly regarded and after completing the course you will find plenty of job opportunities for teaching English in Vietnam and elsewhere in the region. Vietnam has, in the recent past, suffered an image problem, largely due to the conflict there in the ‘60s and early ‘70s. However, the country is developing rapidly and is attracting more and more visitors due to the incredible beauty of the country, the fascinating culture and the friendliness of the people. There are many beautiful beaches that run along the Vietnamese coast...  [Read more]