Teaching Table

Seating Arrangements in the Classroom Choosing a seating arrangement for a classroom is one of the most important decisions a teacher can make. The proper plan can facilitate the learning process, while a poor choice can all but render a lesson a failure. Nicole Cusik wrote a research paper about the implications of classroom arrangement for her Instructional Strategies and Reflections class at the University of Delaware. This paper can be found at. Her main point states that a teacher needs “to be sensitive to the learning objective of the lesson, as well as the interpersonal dynamic that exists among the students in the group.” There are several options when it comes to arranging a class, including rows, circles, clusters, activity zones, and pairs. Each can work well in...  [Read more]

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  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word "phreaker". This word is a noun and refers to someone who one who gains illegal access to the telephone system. The word become widely popular in the mid-1980s and is likely a combination of the words "phone" and "freak". Modern phreakers are very specialized hackers breaking into the phone system of large companies and corporations. 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. In this lesson I...  [Read more]

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  The first part of my study phase is going to be the board work and I'm going to use the information that I generated in the elicitation part of my engage phase to move on to the actual board work. What I'm going to do is to show the structure of this particular tense. So, the phase study I'm expecting to take about ten minutes on this particular part and, again, the interaction will mainly be the students talking to me. So, how am I going to achieve that with this information? Well, we could ask the students to have a look at the sentences themselves and to tell us what they can see. If we look at each of the first words in here, then at this level, I should hopefully be able to elicit from my students what each of these words have in common and they may well give an answer that...  [Read more]

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  The term materials can apply to virtually anything that a teachers uses to help the teaching process in the classroom. Common teaching materials include items such as worksheets, newspapers, pictures text books and video recordings. These materials are usually classed as either authentic or non-authentic depending on their origin and the ways they are used. Authentic materials refer to materials that have not been designed or adapted for use in an English language classroom such as magazines, newspapers, video clips and song lyrics. Non-authentic materials on the other hand are anything that has been specifically designed to aid the teaching process such as worksheets, text books and instructional CD’s or DVD’s. Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here...  [Read more]

  "In terms of the things that are negative about it, we've already said that it doesn't develop speaking but perhaps the biggest negative point about this particular methodology is that it's very unnatural. Ok, so despite the criticisms of this particular method, and particularly the fact that is unnatural, this particular methodology was in use all the way through the 17th, 18th and 19th century and indeed it's still in use today. However, Gouin in the 1880s and Berlitz in the early 1900s decided that this particular methodology was so unnatural that they wanted to come up with something new. The method that they came up with, they called the direct method. You will also sometimes see it as the natural method. What these two people were saying is that if we wish to learn a...  [Read more]

Building a TEFL teaching portfolio is crucial for showcasing your skills, experience, and teaching philosophy to potential employers. A comprehensive portfolio should include various components that demonstrate your expertise in English language teaching. These components typically include a professional resume, a teaching philosophy statement, sample lesson plans, student work samples, teaching evaluations, professional development certificates, and any other relevant teaching materials. Including a variety of materials in your portfolio allows you to showcase your teaching style, creativity, and effectiveness in the classroom. Organizing your TEFL teaching portfolio is essential to making a positive impression on potential employers. Start by creating a professional and visually...  [Read more]

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TEFL teacher salaries can vary significantly based on several factors. These may include the country where you are teaching, the type of institution you are working for (public schools, private language schools, international schools, etc.), your qualifications and experience, the local cost of living, demand for English teachers, and the specific benefits offered by the employer. In general, teachers with higher qualifications such as a master's degree or a teaching certification like CELTA or DELTA tend to command higher salaries. Experience also plays a crucial role in determining salary levels. The salaries of TEFL teachers can vary greatly depending on the country in which they are teaching. For example, countries in the Middle East such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar are known...  [Read more]

Unleash the adventurer in you while teaching English in South Africa! Immerse yourself in the vibrant and diverse cultural tapestry of this beautiful country while making a difference in the lives of local communities. From the bustling streets of Johannesburg to the breathtaking landscapes of Cape Town, South Africa offers a unique and enriching experience for English teachers looking to broaden their horizons. Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programs in South Africa provide a gateway to not only hone your teaching skills but also to delve into the rich history, traditions, and languages of this multicultural nation. By engaging with students from various backgrounds and exploring the local customs and practices,...  [Read more]

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