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Check out tefl tesol about Company Distance 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: K.N. & J.A. - Singapore said: I’ve gained a lot from this course especially that it covers almost everything in the area of teaching. I’ve been under the belt of teaching for years but nothing can compare to the training I got from this course. It really made a big difference in my view of teaching. It’s more interesting now and I’m quite excited for the next semester of teaching english. This course made me realized that I did a lot of wrong turns in my teaching for the past semester, things...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification minas Gerais Santa Luzia 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 offers information on testing and where it can be useful in a teacher's timeline for a semester. It seems to me that testing and evaluation is important every step of the way during a semester, from diagnostic testing (to see how proficient in English each student is and where individuals may struggle) to progress testing (to see how your lessons are being digested by the students/how tangible the teaching is for them and also to see where a certain student may need...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Ghana Accra 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 ways in which to evaluate students' knowledge level of the English language as well as their progress throughout the learning process. I learned that three of the basic ways to do this are tutorials, evaluation by students and tests. A placement test allows the teacher to measure the students language level or ability. Progress tests allow the teacher to track students' progress throughout the course of the semester or school year. These tests are meant to cover material that has...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Japan Fujimi 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: Wow, this unit was a doozy for me with regard to language. I have not, to my recollection, ever been taught the sub-categories of present tense. As a writer, I use all of them, but I had no idea that the auxillary verb I use (be or have) changes the type of present tense you are using, nor was I aware of the specific situations in which they are used. What I found most fascinating, however, were the common errors (not to be confused with mistakes!) that students make; these were the exact types of...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Downs 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: In watching the videos of the two lessons, clear examples are provided in how to conduct a productive lesson. In lesson one, the teacher's attitude made a profound effect on the class as a whole. His negativity and lack of interest in the students created an atmosphere of confusion and intimidation. Maintaining a positive and engaging attitude is key for student participation. In lesson one, the teacher would seem to have an unproductive class for the remaining semester. Students do not learn from fear...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Venator Oregon 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: Evaluation for both teachers and students are important. Using the diagnostic test, we can do a teacher's evaluation and help teacher to design the next class for students more appropriate. What I have learned from this unit is that there are several types of test that can be held in class for students benefit. They are placement test which is held before the EFL course, progress test to know the learning progress of the students, achievement test that can be held every semester or at the end of a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Tierra Del Mar Oregon 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: From this unit I have learned about various tests for English students. In a school setting there are four tests I may have experience with each having its own purpose. Diagnostic tests are given at the start of a course to see where students are. Progress tests are given throughout the semester to chart the students progress throughout the length of the course. Practice exams are given to provide students with practice for external exams. External exams are not typically given in schools, but...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Pickens Mississippi 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: From personal experience of learning another language at university, the content covered would have taken anywhere between half to a full semester depending on a student's effort and aptitude for the subject. It covered all the important parts of a sentence's structure. The contents are explained consicely but it may be difficult to convey to a beginning learner of the language. It is then up to each teacher to help convey the information in a manner that is easy for the student to understand and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification China Gejiu 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: My classes are attended by between forty and fifty seventeen year old boys so managing the learning environment is an import aspect to ensure effective learning. The use of body language, eye contact and tone of voice have become important methods to communicate in the classroom. During this Semester I have worked hard to establish a rapport with the students and maintain order in the classroom. Consequently information provided in Unit 3 contains points to consider. As noted in this Unit...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Yarmouth 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 covers, very briefly, the process and manner of evaluation of students studying English from placement of a learner in the correct level, through diagnostic tests to check areas of study which may need more work, to progress tests to evaluate what has been retained by the students and practice tests to prepare said students for the achievement or external exams they will encounter at the end of the course/semester. The unit also gave some valuable information on evaluation by the students by...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Ordos City 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: While it is very import to have a plan for the class lesson, it is equally important to be flexible in order for the students to have the maximum learning experience. Teachers with little experience should have a more in depth lesson plan, while experience teachers are more likely to only use a few notes to stay on track. Maintaining a flexible structure is the key to having a successful lesson and semester as a whole.In this lesson the unit shows the logical uses of of coursebook and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Cuba Victoria De las tunas 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 Ten contains information on various methods to evaluate students. The discussion includes assessment instruments conducted in English Language classes and those conducted externally. For example Cambridge evaluations offer assessments for general life style 'Skills for Life' and specific topics such as 'Business English'. Evaluation tools available to teachers have many uses including entry level, progress, diagnostic and practice. I believe an effective teacher is continually...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Brazil Camacari 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 had a lot of information to offer about the reasons for assessment (which isn't always testing) as well as the various ways to go about it. Prior to the course, a placement test is invaluable, as differentiation in ESL classes is exceedingly difficult. Progress tests, in my experience, are entirely dependent on the consistency of classes (mine are only once a week and rarely more than two weeks in a row). However, the facility of those tests is greater than I believed, and I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Old Furnace Delaware 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: Trouble shooting is an important unit to refer back to. First lessons can set the mode for the rest of the semester. Teachers must establish rapport, build respect amongst students and for themselves. Find out the interests of the class, aspirations of individuals and the level of english. The \"warmer \" activities are great. Pass the ball, memory, pictionary are all good ways to start the lesson and a fun start to the day. Teachers will always be juggling different levels and class sizes. Most...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Case 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 has emphasized the importance of evaluating students. The word 'test' is often associated with grading and causes fear or anxiety in many students. However, there are many different types of tests and therefore different purposes. A placement test is used to determine the student's level of the language which allows the teacher or school to place the student in the correct class. Similar to placement tests are diagnostic tests. They are given prior to the start of a class to help the teacher...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Seattle Washington 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 have had both kinds of teachers, those from video 1 and those from video 2. The thing about the effect of attitude of a teacher on his students is that there should be a certain amount of self awareness on the teacher's part. If the students in video 1 had given feedback, the teacher would then have another perspective to let him know how he is doing. Unfortunately, sometimes these feedback surveys are made only after the whole semester of classes and it is too late. Thus, I feel that...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Italy brescia 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 focused on the basics of creating a Lesson plan, the reasons behind why the creation of a lesson plan is useful and beneficial for the teacher, the students as well as other teachers. In addition to the lesson plan, which had many suggestions about how to organize a lesson while maintaining flexibility included learner aims, teaching goals, time/date, class level, time for activity, materials needed, monitoring or not, class size, lesson phase and anticipated issues as well as solutions -...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Dunhua 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: The first day of ESL/EFL class is one of the most important days for teachers and students. It sets the tone for the rest of the course or semester. Good first impressions are vital for establishing a rapport. You need to make sure you connect with your students. You and the students will both feel excited and a little anxious, so having a well-prepared first lesson helps create a positive learning environment for everyone.This Unit was not very difficult and interesting too. It provided...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Fuzhou Fujian 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 we have gone over the evaluation and testing of students, which we have actually come to at the perfect time, as where I am teaching now, it is almost the end of the semester for the school year so lots of exams. We have learned all the different kinds of exams and certificates and their purposes, weather for an English teacher, of someone seeking employment or even wanting to enter a University.I am not sure at this point of the answer to question number 14. In the reading on...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Puerto Montt 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: In this unit we are examining modal auxiliary verbs and the passive voice in detail,as well as verbs and the passive verbs and relative clauses.The rules of using is not that simple,and there are a lot of grammar things about them.We should be really careful and patient when we are teaching our students.What's more,grammar things are not that easy for students to learn and absorb,so we teachers should teach them step by step.Course books and materials use depend on the style of the...  [Read more]