Novels For Students

Storytelling and literature are powerful tools that can be utilized by TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) teachers to engage students in language learning. By incorporating stories and literary works into their lessons, teachers can create a more dynamic and interactive learning environment that motivates students to improve their language skills. There are numerous benefits to using storytelling and literature in TEFL. Firstly, stories and literature can make language learning more enjoyable and memorable for students. By connecting language to engaging narratives, students are more likely to retain vocabulary and grammatical structures. Additionally, stories and literature expose students to authentic language use, helping them develop their listening, speaking, reading, and...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflcourse.net This video covers the structure of the future perfect continuous. Other videos look at the usage and possible teaching ideas. The structure is as follows: Positive -- Subject + will + have + been + present participle By the end of this week, I will have been teaching English for three years. Negative -- Subject + will + not + have + been + present participle I won't have been waiting long by the time you get here. Question -- Will + subject + have + been + present participle? How long will you have been teaching English in Korea by the time you leave? One thing that worries many people thinking about teaching English as a foreign language is the grammar side of things. Most simply won't have been taught the ins and outs of English grammar while...  [Read more]

Storytelling is a powerful tool in language teaching as it engages learners on a personal and emotional level. Stories help students contextualize language, making it more memorable and meaningful. Through storytelling, students can improve their listening skills, vocabulary acquisition, and comprehension abilities. Furthermore, stories often provide cultural insights and foster empathy and understanding among learners. Incorporating storytelling in TEFL lessons can create a dynamic and interactive learning environment that motivates students to actively engage with the language. Literature offers a rich source of authentic language input for language learners. By using literary texts such as short stories, poems, or excerpts from novels, teachers can expose students to a variety of...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word "hobbit". This word was invented by J.R.R. Tolkien for his 1937 novel "The Hobbit". Today, the word is widely known because of the immense popularity of J.R.R. Tolkien's books and the movies made from them. 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. Unit 3 explains the methodology in teaching English as a foreign language. The are many different methods in teaching English, the most common and...  [Read more]

1. Top Universities for English Studies 2. Benefits of Studying English in the United States 3. Career Opportunities for English Graduates 4. Conclusion Studying English in the United States offers a plethora of opportunities for students seeking a quality education in the language arts. Several universities stand out for their exceptional English programs, providing students with a comprehensive curriculum and top-notch faculty. Among the best universities for studying English in the United States are Harvard University, Yale University, Stanford University, and the University of California, Berkeley. These institutions are known for their rigorous academic standards, innovative research, and commitment to excellence in the field of English studies. Harvard University, located in...  [Read more]

Multiple Intelligences The theory of Multiple Intelligences stems from the underlying notion of different areas of aptitudes and strengths within people’s personalities. This theory pertains to an educational model that measure seven different areas of “intelligence.” Popularized by psychologies Howard Gardner, this methodology allows what he refers to as “individual centered” curriculum within schools. In other words, schools could focus on what needs the students had rather than a broad general curriculum across the board. Many have criticised this methodology for abandoning previously held empirical methodologies. This methodology, claimed by critics, was based on intuition rather than empirical data; thus, making it an inconsistent and unreliable method. Apart from the...  [Read more]

Foreign Language Experience I come from a country, which is with high cultural values and great diversity. There are different languages spoken and different customs and traditions followed all over India. When I was in school, which was English medium school, we had Marathi and Hindi as our second language, Hindi was introduced from grade 3 and Marathi from grade 4, both these languages have almost similar script but there is a difference in the way we speak the language thus the difference in these two languages. It was easy for me to learn to read and write Hindi. It was very difficult for me to learn Marathi, my struggle worsened as my mother too was not able to help me as being from south of India she had never heard or spoke Marathi .It was compulsory in school to score same amount...  [Read more]