Teaching Teenagers

  Cilene from Portugal has been an English teacher for 12 years teaching children, teenagers and adults. She took the 120-hour online TEFL course with tutor support and videos from ITTT and in this TEFL review video Cilene tells us how, despite her prior experience as a teacher, she was able to use the course to revise topics she already knew and also learn new things to enhance her classes. While taking the course she was working with a company teaching groups of students of different levels which allowed her to implement the things she was learning into her lessons. Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here and get started today: https://www.teflcourse.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Rach Gia Vietnam 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 was very well done. As it consisted of various informations about teachiing, mostly in point form, it was quite easy to understand and memorize. I do believe that the test was a bit too hard, as it asked precise questions about unimportant concepts, and, therefore, gave the impression that these informations were the most important ones in the unit.This unit was a lot easier than the previous few, and several of the questions on the test are just common sense. However, it does...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Arendtsville Pennsylvania 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: To recap, Unit #19 covered teaching special groups of students. These included beginners, individual students, children, business english, and multilingual & monolingual classes. I taught previously in China and it was mainly individual student arrangement. I taught children to teenagers to older men and women wanting to improve their business english. Therefore, I am not that familiar with classroom teaching, though I did teach groups of 6 year olds in Shenyang, China briefly - which...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Banjul Gambia 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 have learned more about past tense and how it is used correctly. For example for past continuous you will add \"ing\" after the verb \"verb plus ing\". For past perfect continuous it would be \"had not been plus ing\" this time it was made more clear to me on how to differentiate the two. On the irregular verbs i learned that not all end with \"ed\" for example \"buy\" past tense is \"bought\".Unit 19 Teaching Special Groups gives a lot of explanations, details how to teach...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Russia Yelets 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 the topic of professional development. When teaching in a foreign country, it is important to be aware of the cultural issues of the country. Employment could be found online through advertising sites, or it would be ideal to visit the particular country you wish to find employment in to get the \"feel\" of the country and the job. C.V.s should contain all the essential information about yourself and all the relevant qualifications and employment history, but it is best to keep it...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Turkey Van 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 describes methods to teach different types of students.I taught children, teenagers and business English in my previous language training school, which is great experience for me.I have a resonance in the content.I majored in Business English but lacked practical experience.When I gave business English classes, I had the fears of no experience in this field.My students were the supervisors of departments and in their company with different needs and English level.Every time I tried to dress...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Taian 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: To teach a new language you must ensure the students are exposed to it, Understand its meaning, How it's constructed and be able to practice and produce it. Grammar, Vocabulary and functions are all important and only work together. The ESA methods helps to introduce a new language. Pictures, Debates, gapfills, and role plays along with other exercises are all effective ways to help the student to learn and progress.This unit about teaching special groups was interesting to me. I felt like...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review, Mohammed talks about he was looking for a change in career when he signed up for an online TEFL course with ITTT. Many people seeking a change in career turn to teaching English and ITTT's courses are a great way to take your first steps in an exciting new career. 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. It was a good Unit, and I could get a bit more motivated to maybe in the future teach English in the business area since there...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Monroe 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: This unit covers teaching English to different categories. Young children are natural language acquirers. All they really need is to see that English class is fun! Teenagers are right in the sweet spot between childhood and adulthood. They may need to go back and learn some basics, or they might be years into their English language learning. When it comes to teaching adults, get them talking about themselves and asking questions with others students. In many business situations, they?ll need to be...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Germany Ulm 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 special groups is the subject matter of this unit. There are a wide range of groups requiring special attention when planning your classes. The groups whose characteristics are described in this unit are: beginners, individual students, children, business people and multilingual classes. The main features of every group is explained in detailed so the unit provides you with an excellent overview of the kind of student any teacher is going to cope with. In this respect, I have benefited a lot...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Jingzhou 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 ESL tutor, one has to identify various teaching groups inorder to provide quality teaching experience. There are several types of learners; the absolute beginner, students who have no English background learning. false beginner, who have been exposed to English but did not retain much of the language. the adult learner, beginners who often make their own decisions to learn English and are highly motivated to learn. the young beginner, young students who lack motivation to learn the language...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jasper Tennessee 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 a reflection of this unit, I may say that by considering each one of these structures (Boomerang ESA structure, Straight Arrow ESA structure, Patchwork ESA structure) we will be able to have a better planning of our classes. Sometimes I struggle to find what the best way to teach new vocabulary and/or grammar structures could be considering factors such as; Level of the students, recent contact with the language, particular abilities among students(Reading-Writting skills, histrionic skills,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Vladikavkaz Russia 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 was an interesting lesson because teaching different kind of groups requires analysis, effort and good planning. When a teacher knows the needs and interests of different groups of people such as: children, teenagers and adults, the approach and adaptability required will definitely change. It is so important to be aware of the factors that motivate students in different ages and even more important, try different methods and techniques to keep the interest.This unit covered methods of...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL South River New Mexico 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 it comes to English language, up until now we have had the idea of teaching adults in an specific environment; however, this is not always going to be the case. Children, teenagers and Business groups are a major part of the demographics that are actively on the rise for English lessons. Even though i have had experience with tutoring children before, I have not really considered the specifics of how to reach to them better. This unit really does a good job providing me with many additional...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Peterborough United Kingdom 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: Being a teacher is not as simple as it sounds, but knowing and understanding given methods and techniques will surely ease this task. A good (experienced) teacher can see through and might know how to organize his/her class. Such things as a classroom arrangement will make the teaching process less complicated if all the students are seated properly. Can`t mention things like gesture, voice and teacher`s talk time and so on. Cooperation is the key.I personally think this unit reflects...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Germany Rostock 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: A teacher’s state which refers to the manners and attitude he comes in class with,always has a profound meaning to the effectiveness of a class. We don’t have to act funny,but at least we need to let the students feel relaxed and encouraged at any stage of the class. Enough enthusiasm can arouse the passion and interest of the students too.If you are a very active teacher,your students will response the same way.If you show little mood or passion in teaching,how can the students...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Philippines Dipolog City 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 unit on teaching pronunciation and phonology consisted of many important factors in teaching English such as intonation and its teaching techniques, stress, phonemic symbols, articulation and the teaching techniques for pronunciation of individual sounds. It was interesting to notice in the unit that pronunciation is usually the most neglected aspect of English teaching because from my personal experience of learning English as second language as a teenager my school teacher...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Godhra India 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 some information about how else learners can be devided, which groups of beginners are existing. I would say I prefer to teach young students, rather adults. I have more passion for kids and teenagers. Instead of motivation because of work (as many adults have) I like youngers, who study language because it s something new in their life, I think they are not in frames of society that much yet, and I know the way to motivate them. Also I don't see myself in teaching business english,...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Leon Spain 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 is really helpful especially in dealing with the maintaining discipline of the student and how the teacher deal in a correct balance way which includes teenager who their mind is focusing on the testing new things whether its good or bad.what I can say is when you manage yourself well then you can manage the student in your classes.Have to believe in yourself.Chapter 19 is extremely helpful because i am planning to teach young beginners and also business english (in the future). I am...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification 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: Indeed a short unit, presenting the receptive skills of reading and listening, how to teach, develop and use the skills in the classroom. The ESA examples and tasks offering revision of these components. As a teenager, I remember doing an additional and external course in reading, writing and comprehension. The two courses contents were similar. The combined video and different order was strange.In this unit, I learned that the two main receptive skills are reading and listening. Neither...  [Read more]