Teaching Props

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Realia is a term that refers to any real life object that a teacher uses as a teaching aid in an English language classroom. The greatest benefit of using real life objects as teaching tools in the classroom is that they can help the student connect the theoretical vocabulary being taught, to the actual object itself. One simple example of this process would be to have a box full of various clothing items in the classroom to use as props when teaching the related vocabulary. Other examples include the use of kitchen utensils for teaching restaurant staff, or using specific documents to aid the teaching of business English.  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs India Sonipat 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: Teaching different groups is something that english teachers will get us to and we need to find different strategies in order to approach them and let them learn from you as much as possible. For example, teaching english will require shorter span activities, games and props/flashcards/others to input and practice the langue. Teaching adults might be less challenging since they are self motivated, however, it requires preparation as usual. Teaching can also be one to one or a group of students and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Ridgeland 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: When teaching English to students that have had little to none past exposure, it can be tricky to phrase the explanation in comprehensible concepts. This holds particularly true if the teacher also has no background exposure to the students' native tongue. A key component in mastering these dilemmas is reinforcement via the 'Engage-Study-Activate' straight-arrow, 'Engage-Activate-Study-Activate' boomerang and 'Engage-Study-Study-Engage-Study-Activate' patchwork lesson techniques. Students benefit...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Eagle Harbor 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: Teacher attitude is very important in the success and engagement of students. The teacher should help make student feel comfortable, getting to know their names, use games, mimi's, humor and keep the lesson moving with a variety of activities. Teachers need to have plan and have a variety of ways to help use the concept they are teaching and be flexible to adapt to what students need. Teacher also need a sense of humor to help student feel comfortable and able to take risks to learn, the teacher...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Democratic Republic Of The Congo Kolwezi 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's topic is \"teaching aids and materials\". It starts with a list of the most commonly used materials and devices used in teaching classes throughout the world. For each one of them, a description follows along a pointers list on how to effectively use this particular item, when, why and what to be careful of. The second part is a huge list of resources, taken from CALL@Hull, along with their www links, that a teacher can use to extract material for the lesson....  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Fengcheng 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: A.W. - France said: Tips for teaching beginners ? Have clear realistic aims ? Arrange the classroom, be mindful of board work. ? Be visua ? Give clear, simple instructions ? Use choral repetition ? Use pair and group work ? Ask lots of questions ? Encourage students to speak English in class as much as possible ? Don?t use mother tongue ? Revise constantly ? Set homework Tips for motivation ? Do not overcorrect, be sensitive, respond to students as individuals ? Don not have the book open all the time ? Create a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Greece New York 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 briefly covers what materials are necessary for teachers to conduct their lessons and accomplish their teaching objectives. A few examples of the kind of teaching materials discussed in this unit are authentic , created and those associated with course book oriented activities. Though there are pros and cons to all of these options, the ideal course plan would include the usage and variation of all of these materials. How and when to use them might depend on circumstance however. Some pros...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Nanakuli Hawaii 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 pros and cons of using created materials, authentic materials and course books. As well as covering pros and cons unit describes how can a teacher supplement and combine methods to provide the most effective teaching experience, what kind of materials are best for what level of students. Important note, in my opinion, is the idea that you, as a teacher, must be aware of the students' level when choosing materials, ie authentic materials are usually better for advanced students unless...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Shahrekord Iran 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 topic has allowed me to develop my phonological skills for teaching children the correct pronunciation of English words. The different teaching aids helped me to plan and think about how to best deliver pronunciation to the class to make it clear and easier for them. The phonic alphabet also helped me understand how to use is is my teaching. Furthermore has shown me that ere is no correct way to split teaching pronunciation whether it be a whole lesson or then and there when the ildren need...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Bucaramanga Colombia 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 learned about the importance of course books and lesson materials. There are many advantages and disadvantages to course books but I think that as a first year teacher course books would be very useful to me. I would have to make sure that along with the course book that I also came up with my own activities and materials to supplement the books as well as to keep the interest of the children. Finally, I would have to be able to deviate from the book when my students need extra...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Uhrichsville Ohio 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 learned common methods and techniques of teaching throughout the years, why they were developed, and the pros and cons of each one. The ESA teaching method of Engage, Study, and Activate was studied in depth in this unit, since this method is particularly good for new teachers and trainees, and it also incorporates the positive aspects from many of the previously discussed teaching methods. Also, in this unit I learned how to devise a simple lesson plan based on the ESA method and...  [Read more]

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