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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Gaobeidian 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: S. D. – U.S.A. said: In this unit I learned many different teaching aids which can be used to make lessons more interesting. For students, they are expected to have different forms of teaching materials, they are excited to watch short-films or mini-videos related to the target language in the class.so most of time I usually provide videos to make them happy and get more involved in discussing activity. Most of time I prefer to use IWB as a screen, but we have to test your lesson works before the class, or...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Meadow Utah 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 methods, approaches and techniques when it comes to teaching a language. From the most traditional methods, to the most interactive approaches, we can see that mostly everything has been tried and many things now considered outrageous are still in use to this day. However, what makes a good teacher is not the method, but their ability to use most of these methods and techniques at the appropriate time, so that the student actually has the best possible experience. We need to remember...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Kirwin 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 was pretty simple. It was about everything a good teacher needs to consider regarding coursebooks and other materials. It mentions authentic and created materials, as well as the differences between them, then provides some examples and sources one can use to make more. The last part was about choosing a coursebook. I think the most important thing to remember from this chapter is the reminder to not get lazy. Teachers can get into a routine of doing one chapter after another. Some textbooks...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Discounted 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: F. A. – U.S.A. said: I gained a lot from this course. Starting with lesson different stages and what activities to include in every stage. I learned how to organize my class, rearrange the seating, manage class dynamic and encourage students to participate. I worked as english teacher before and did it once for fun, but now I know to make it fun and efficient for students to gain the most. I enjoyed the grammar lessons and lesson plans the most. One of the difficulties students face is learning grammar rules,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Ismailia Egypt 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 contained a lot of useful language teaching theories, methods and techniques. It makes me more confident to plan a interesting English lesson, because there are so many interesting activities and fun games to use. and I also learnt how and when should I give feedback to student and how to correct their work. In a conclusion, I really benefit a lot from this unit, am looking forward to study next unit.Teaching receptive skills is very important. It's an effective way of teaching...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Willow Canyon 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 discusses conditional and reported speech. This is a topic that I can use with my more advanced students and on that will make for an interesting subject for games or activities. I did not know that there were as many forms of the conditional as there are, and while I most likely will not use the terms for them in the classroom, I have a better understanding of what makes them different as well as what uses they have. Reported speech is a subject that I did not thing to cover. I will...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Bowerbank 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 unit was short and sweet, to end the TESOL course. It had very good advice for first lessons. That was something not really told to me and I had some bumpy first lessons when I first started teaching. Your first couple of lessons should be fun and a way to formulate trust in the classroom. ESL students need a 'safe' place to practice English and make mistakes. This is how we learn so I establish right from the start that no one makes fun of anyone in this classroom. This is the place we make...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Yachiyo 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: In this unit, I have seen that common problem situation in the classroom.There are a lot of things to do about make participate to students in the classroom. I think, it is the most important thing for teachers who are really volunteer to teach something to student. Briefly, I have been really so much pleasure to be member of ITTT course. I have enjoyed a lot thank you for everything !! :)In this unit we focussed on teaching a new language.The unit is very clear and the layout makes it...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Carleton 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: Unit 9 covers the lesson planning process. Lesson plans are used as tools to aid planning, keep organized and as a record for future reference. Self assessment and weighing the pros and cons of each lesson is essential to future success in the classroom. Maintaining organization and a fluid work order streamlines learning in the classroom and makes the most out of time availability. However, the lesson plan is a guideline, NOT a limitation. The best rules for writing a lesson plan are: keep it...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Benxi 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 is another very interesting chapter teaching equipment. There are different types of teaching aids or teaching equipments. But in English or other subjects and language there are some basic teaching aids which will help facilitate the student's understand of the subject matter. The most important is to make your lesson very interesting which captivate the the student's attention. In this chapter we have seen different materials which could be available or made available for the teachers. Some of...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Xiangfan 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 introductory lesson on teachers and learners was insightful in the way that it outlined the ideals that both teachers and students should strive for. I agreed strongly with the qualities that make a good teacher; most notably, prioritizing the learners' needs over their own desire to teach well. I think a good teacher not only motivates their students, but also is approachable and makes students feel comfortable. Likewise, I think a good teacher can create a good learner. I also enjoyed...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Hailun 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: These are the building blocks of good speech. In order to sound very fluent, a student must possess good grammar. It is absolutely essential to sounding natural. That being said, grammar even for native speakers is not always the greatest. It is something that people can be very lackadaisical with. Like most sections that have been in this unit, it is good to see things broken down because it allows for better instructing. When I see the errors that students typically make, I can almost imagine the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Salem 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: In this unit, I could see how the ESA methodology is critical and can make the students participate and learn better and faster. This method makes the students feel comfortable and confident, and the most important thing it makes them feel interested and motivated in the class. I could see how the simple gesture that is just smile can change the teacher's image and alter the atmosphere of the class.I can understand why students learning English as a second language would get confused by these...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Elblag Poland 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 many more present tenses than most other languages. The dozen tenses make it difficult and confusing for an English learner to pick up. By only teaching the more common tenses it makes it easier for the student to learn. A teacher teaching English should have a good understanding of the tenses to better be able to teach the material and answer questions that may arise.this was a nice way to finish with a troubleshooting unit, also the insight into the first lessons of each group...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Parana Argentina 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 saw the Past Tenses, which is their use and correct aplication. I saw the Past Simple, Past Continuous, Past Perfect and the Past Perfect Continuous, all of the forms and rules, and also the most common mistakes students make, when learning these tenses. I was also introduced to a few sample activate teaching ideas to use in class, to help introduce these concepts to students and help them better understand the Past Tenses.it is quite important to underline some...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Elk Creek 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: It?s helpful to think about mistakes and errors as not being the same. A mistake is not necessarily a big deal. We all make mistakes when speaking or writing - even native English speakers. An error, however, is more important to correct, because they probably won?t resolve themselves. I also thought that the multiple methods of teaching English were interesting. Do most teachers actually know what method they?re using when they teach? My Chinese teacher does a great job of varying lesson content,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Plymouth Minnesota 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've only observed one high school English teacher use an interactive whiteboard, aka IWB, and the device is very slick. Most teachers, to include the professor I work with at the community college are still using a chalk board approach, or writing and erasing on a whiteboard. In other words, the information found in the unit makes a point about the cost of the IWB, which is probably why I've only seen its use one time. The good news is, because I've been using a whiteboard, or the good ol'...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Quilpue Chile 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 covers all of the different types of equipment that is typically used in the classroom, such as DVD/CD players, video cameras, and overhead projectors. It states the purposes for using each of them and how to use them in the most affective ways. It also talks about other resources such as dictionaries and online sources. The unit provides several website resources to use for literature and poetry, media, and teaching.This unit was very helpful to reviewed the different present...  [Read more]

  Edina decided to take a TEFL certificate course with ITTT after joining an NGO providing English teachers to students in Turkey. In this TEFL review video Edina talks about the many benefits of taking the course, including the extensive materials covering grammar, classroom management and lesson planning, the post course support and the fact that the certificate is recognised around the world. 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. Even though I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Huixian 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: Overall this unit discussed the various conditionals as well as the reporting of direct speech. Both of these subjects are rather nuanced which makes the understanding of them rely on minute details, thereby making the explanation of how to properly use them rather difficult. I found this particularly difficult overall so this lesson's guidance was very useful. This section discusses the zero, first, second, third and mixed conditionals. As well, it details how to properly change verb tenses when...  [Read more]