Teach English In Singapore

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Singapore Singapore 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 learned how to management the class and having a friendly, relaxed manner and maintaining discipline. Managing classes is not management your class but also how to contact use your eyes and gestures and then need to solve the problem students? behavior. I felt managing class is basically for teacher. If you can manage your class, you will be quality of a teacher.This unit taught me how to become a good teacher. How to use eye contact, my gesture and the voice. I've also...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Singapore Singapore 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 a variety of essential parts of speech. It helps understanding the construction of a sentence. It makes it much easier to explain how logically (though exceptions exist) a sentence is structured. Personally, it has refreshed a lot of grammatical rules I have studied in the past and since forgotten. It is important to master these various parts of speech in order to teach and answer any learner?s query regarding the construction of a sentence.Unit 5 goes into detail about how...  [Read more]

Singapore is the world’s only island city-state and is located on the tip of the Malay Peninsula in Southeast Asia. The city was founded as a British trading post by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1819 and continues to be an important center or global trade and investment today and it is one of the original “Asian Tigers” alongside Hong Kong, South Korea and Taiwan. A population of over five and a half million people lives side-by-side on an area of 277 square miles and sixty-three islands. Although the city is highly urbanized, with the majority of people living in high-rise apartment buildings, the government’s “Garden City” policy has created beautiful tree-lined street and there are plenty of green spaces to enjoy. Singapore has a long history of immigration, with the British...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Dakar Senegal 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 allowed me to focus on a very important part of this course. The focus here on in-classroom orientated information brought a very practical element to an otherwise theoretically based course. The correct utilisation, planning and diversity of equipment that the teacher has available can only help to enhance and stimulate the learning experience for the students.Looking back on unit fourteen, I learned that it is ok to not always go by the book. Stopping and making sure students...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Courses Singapore 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.P. - Canada said: The content of this unit mainly featured vocabulary, grammar and functions. This unit showed the connection between vocabulary, grammar and functions. For vocabulary, the unit highlighted how to select vocabulary for your students, while understanding what needs to know about vocabulary. This unit also outlined and stated techniques for vocabulary teaching. Also the unit looked at determining factors for introducing grammar structures with techniques for presenting and practicing them...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Qinhuangdao 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: M.Z. - Australia said: This unit covered the present tense in English. First, we covered present simple. As the name indicates, these are the most simple sentences - I am a boy, We do not eat dinner, Do you like cats?, etc. Next is present continuous - this tense indicates something currently happening or something temporary. Examples of these type of sentences are I am running, You are not watching TV, Are you having dinner?, etc. One thing to not is that there are many non-action verbs which cannot be...  [Read more]

  Located on the Malay Peninsula, Singapore is a thriving, modern metropolis and the world’s only island city-state. Formerly a British colony, Singapore was once known as the “Jewel of the British Empire” and even though the city has changed significantly since achieving independence, its British history can be seen all over in its place names, monuments and architecture. Singapore sees visitors from all over the world, with direct flights from hundreds of countries as well as ferries bringing passengers from the numerous ports in the region. It is also a major shopping destination for people from other Southeast Asian cities and the world famous Orchard Road is home to many shopping centers and hotels. Singapore has plenty of interesting things to see and do. A visit to...  [Read more]

Once known as the “Jewel of the British Empire”, Singapore is a thriving city-state on the tip of the Malay Peninsula. Evidence of its British colonial history can be found all over the city in its architecture and monuments. Although Singapore is a highly-developed city-state, the city has plenty of green spaces to counteract the urbanization of the island with almost ten percent of the land set aside for nature reserves and parks. Singapore has four official languages including Malay, Mandarin and Tamil. English is the language of instruction in the education system and is also the language of government. Singapore is an easy place to get to with direct flights from hundreds of locations around the world, as well ferries from ports elsewhere in the region. You can even get there by...  [Read more]

This region, encompassing Malaysia, Singapore, Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam offers a wealth of different experiences. Highly developed Malaysia and Singapore, stand in stark contrast to Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam, whom only relatively recently normalised their relationships with the US. You can expect Islam and Buddhism, communism and capitalism. It really is a fascinating region where you have to learn to expect the unexpected! The market for teachers is both phenomenal and varied in nature. Malays seek to send their children to university in English-speaking countries; in Singapore, English is the lingua franca of commerce, and dexterity is seen as a must. In Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam there is huge demand for TESOL teachers due to the inrush of western development capital, and the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Grayville Illinois 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: As an english as first language speaker from Singapore, I'm not considered a native speaker of english. It was thus interesting to see the range and types of tests that prospective employers overseas would need from me. The Cambridge CPE in particular interests me. It has occurred to me that actually, teachers are also constantly being evaluated by the results of their students' tests. This could provide a rather stressful situation. While tests are an inevitable part of life, I feel that they don't...  [Read more]

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 Lianjiang 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: M.G. - Singapore said: This unit has been particularly helpful to me because I am most likely going to be using my TEFL certificate to teach children one-on-one. I am hoping to teach online, a relatively new industry which poses unique challenges and opportunities. Most of the information about creating a lesson plan for children is even more important and applicable to this format because it is even harder to keep someone engaged over Skype than in a classroom. It is also important to receive reminders about why...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Pingxiang 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: M.G. - Singapore said: This unit discusses the needs of special groups, namely beginners, individual students, children and business English. I summarise below: Beginners: They range from absolute beginners with zero English, some of which who may not even know the Roman alphabet, young beginners where it may not be their choice to study, so motivation might be low, through to adult beginners who have chosen to study so motivation may be higher. keeping things clear, consistent, simple, visual with constant...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Agency Accredited 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 .L. - South Korea said: British english vs American EnglishThere are many different dialects of english spoken today, the two major groups being British english and American english. Some of the differences between British and American english today, range from spelling and grammar to punctuation and time/date formatting. The use of American and British english is strongly determined by the location of the speakers. American english is the form of english used mainly by people in the united states of...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Inexpensive TESOL Cities 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: C.V. - Singapore said: I have really enjoyed this course. It’s helped me substantially more than I’d initially expected it to. Right from Unit 1, Teachers and Learners, with the discussion on various roles of the Teacher, I started to recognize how much I needed to learn. The Worksheets are also well designed to help in isolating, developing and expressing the central ideas, but also to help me to think of practical ways I could apply what I was learning in my own ESL classes. The lesson on...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Centre Offering 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.A. & K.N. - Singapore said: Pronunciation problem in SingaporeIt is very important as a teacher to enable students to master their four major language skills such as listening, speaking, reading and writing. These skills support one another. But in the world today the most important thing to consider is their acquisition and production of the english language through speaking because it is the biggest thing people will notice. Even though we need to keep the balance, it is a must for students to...  [Read more]

Your journey starts here. A career in teaching English abroad is achievable for anyone who has a good knowledge and use of English in addition to a TESOL qualification. Before you start your TESOL training it is important that you have some knowledge of what teaching English abroad entails and what options are available for you to get there. Here we will look at those options and the requirements needed to achieve them. First and foremost you should choose a TESOL course which suits the type of work you hope to undertake and is recognized in the country or countries you hope to teach. All ITTT TESOL courses are suitable for teaching English overseas in a variety of settings. The typical minimum qualification requirement for employment is a course covering 100-120 hours of study. This can...  [Read more]

Indonesia has placed the turmoil of the nineties firmly in the past. The currency has now stabilized, and once again Indonesia is a hot destination for TESOL teachers. The archipelago is a world of contrast. Rapidly evolving big cities, stand in stark contrast to the seldom travelled, unspoilt, tropical wilderness. Home to a wealth of cultures, the colors, smells, and the people all make for a kaleidoscope experience. A population of two-hundred and thirty four millions fit into a landmass of seven-hundred and forty thousand square miles. Indonesian is the official language, with Javanese, Sudanese and English spoken by a minority, though one shouldn’t expect English to be widely spoken outside of the big cities. It is a predominantly Muslim country, with a minority of Hindi devotees,...  [Read more]

While passion for teaching may be the primary motivation for many of our trainees venturing into English teaching abroad, financial considerations still remain a vital subject. Your salary will influence your lifestyle, the experiences you can afford, and your potential savings each month. In our FAQs on this page, we explore average earnings across all the most popular teaching destinations and highlight the typical perks and bonuses you might encounter in various regions. How much can I earn teaching English abroad?   ESL teachers can potentially earn up to $5,000 USD per month in the Middle East and parts of Asia. Regions such as Europe and Latin America generally have less high paying jobs but are still a big draw because of the culture and lifestyle they offer. ...  [Read more]

Situated within the east of the country, Tashkent is the Republic of Uzbekistan’s capital and largest city. It is also Central Asia’s most populated city with a population of about two and a half million people. Tashkent was made the capital of the country when Uzbekistan became independent after the Soviet Union’s collapse in 1991. Tashkent is a fascinating and dynamic capital where the long history and rich culture of Uzbekistan can be seen in the city’s interesting architecture, in particular the exhibition halls and metro stations. One of the best ways to experience the way of life in Tashkent is to pay a visit to one of the many local markets which serve as social centers for the local population. Tashkent has an excellent public transport network that makes it possible to...  [Read more]