Tesol Test

A test usually undertaken to place a student in a teaching group which is not mixed ability. Typically a level test will focus primarily on speaking and listening (verbal question and answer) and to a lesser extent on reading and writing.  [Read more]

A test designed to indicate a teaching need. In an EFL setting this may be a general test to diagnose a lack of ability in one of the four main skills, i.e. reading, writing, speaking and listening. Alternatively, it could be targeted to an area of language learning, such as grammar.  [Read more]

The TKT involves a series of multiple choice examinations covering the following areas; Core modules: Module 1. Background to language learning and teaching, Module 2. Lesson planning and use of resources for language teaching, Module 3. Managing the teaching and learning process. Specialist modules:TKT: CLIL Content and Language Integrated Learning, TKT: YL Young Learners.  [Read more]

This test of English language proficiency is used extensively worldwide and is specifically designed to be used in relation to English language in the workplace. A wide range of businesses employ the test as a means of gauging an employee’s (or prospective employee’s) language skills based on specific work based tasks. The test is made up of a variety of question styles that are designed to assess the individual’s ability to use the English language in common workplace situations. The wide ranging questions may include topics such as IT, finance and manufacturing, as well as more specific scenarios including business meetings and telephone skills.   [Read more]

This test is used extensively by English speaking universities, colleges, private sector businesses and government agencies as a method of assessing proficiency in the English language. Traditionally the test has been available in both paper based and online based formats, however, the paper tests are gradually being phased out as availability of the internet increases around the world. The test is divided into four separate sections, each covering one of the main language skills, i.e., speaking, writing, reading and listening. The student is then awarded an overall score ranging from 0 to 120, with a maximum of 30 points awarded for each language category in the online version of the test. This test does not set a specific pass mark so any organisation that uses it as an assessment of a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Lessons TESOL Tesl 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. C. – U.S.A. said: As someone who loves the english language, I was excited to take this course. I wanted the skills to be able to teach non-english speakers- english. What I gained was much more than I bargained for. This course really made me learn the bones of english, and learn how to teach something that just comes naturally to me. I admit this is a struggle for me, but it has forced me to grow as a person. I have gained a confidence with this course that I could actually teach an ESL class, and come...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Colleges TESOL Tesl 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.K. - U.K. said: Online TEFL course vs onsite TEFL courseI decided on studying a TEFL course in May. I had been in a relationship with a thai lady living in Udon for over a year and was having difficulties maintaining a long distance relationship. I decided that I would have to move to Thailand to make things work. My job choices are very limited in Thailand with an english teacher being almost my only option so I decided to begin studying while trying to save enough money for the move. I have friends...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Centre TESOL Tesl 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.B - Malaysia said: course materialsOne of the most important tools in teaching is the course materials. It comprises of many things such as course book, supplementary references, power points slide, worksheets, reading materials, lecture notes, visuals, games, tests, quizzes, and etc. This can be further divided into group exercises, paired exercises, project exercises, presentation materials, homework, and etc. A teacher must be able to understand these tools for what they are, its uses and when best to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cost TESOL Tesl 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.S. - U.S.A. said: Learning DifficultiesWhile learning new things can always be a problem for students learning a new language will often be one of the tougher things to learn. Learning english as a second language is no different. While learning a new language there are often multiple problems with the spoken language and even the written language if you are going from the roman alphabet into any of the Asian written languages, the opposite is also true. Mostly though learning the ins and outs of any new...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflonline.net The teaching ideas in these ITTT videos are intended to be used in the Activate stage of a lesson. During this stage students are encouraged to use the language as freely and communicatively as possible. The focus is more on the fluency than on the accuracy of the language. When selecting any activity it is important to ensure that the timing is appropriate and that the activity is appropriate for the students' age, language levels, class size, interests and culture. The video looks at one of three teaching ideas for Present Simple. The activity is called "Find someone who...." Each student will be given a sheet with a number of facts/habits/routines. For example ...plays a musical instrument,.....does a lot of sport, ....has a brother and a sister. ...  [Read more]

  http://www.teflcourse.net In this TESL training video the teaching idea for the past perfect continuous tense involves giving the students a prompt and asking them to finish it with a sensible answer in the past perfect continuous tense. For example: I didn't have dinner last night... because I had been snacking all day. She passed the test... because she had been studying hard. The past perfect continuous is a rarely used tense and is often quit confusing for learners of English as well as new English teachers. Taking a 120-hour online teaching course with ITTT will give the knowledge needed to make sure you know how to explain such tenses to students the moment you step into your first TESL classroom. /// Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here and get started...  [Read more]

The most generic term for the field of teaching English is ELT. This simply means: English Language Teaching. ELT is a large area, and there are many subdivisions and specialisms. One subdivision is the teaching of English to learners whose first language is not English. The three terms most commonly seen here are TESOL, TEFL and TESL. A lot of confusion exists around these terms and in particular the question of TESOL vs TEFL, which leads to a number of inevitable questions. You might ask… In looking at these various terms we will show that the idea of comparing one against the other, i.e. “TESOL vs TEFL” isn’t very helpful. So what do they mean? When the English teaching takes place in a country where the predominant language is not English, such as teaching English in Germany or...  [Read more]

TESL is a term commonly used in the USA, Australia and Canada to describe the act of teaching English to non native speakers in countries where English is the official language. It is also used to refer to the same teaching situation in areas where English is commonly spoken but not necessarily the official language. This type of teaching situation is often centred on migrants and refugees who need to learn the English language as a means of integrating into their new environment. To service this section of the English language industry there are numerous government and charity based programs available in many English speaking countries. For example, the USA has many programs available to the large numbers of migrant workers who come to the country from Mexico and other Latin American...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our video series on "Evaluation and Testing of Students". In this video, we look at placement tests. This type of test is also referred to as a level test. Its goal is to find out the current level of the student tested. A placement test generally tests all four skills (reading, listening, writing and speaking) and progresses from easy to hard questions. 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. I find the engage activate and...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our video series on "Evaluation and Testing of Students". In this video, we cover the different types of tests teachers will come across. These include placement tests, diagnostic tests, progress tests, practice tests and proficiency tests. In the next videos, we will take a look at each type of test in detail. 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. Lesson planing. I have learnt how to make a lesson plan, which important...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our video series on "Evaluation and Testing of Students". In this video, we look at practice and external proficiency tests. Practice tests are usually used for revision purpose before internal and external exams to prepare the students. There are three types of external proficiency tests that English learners can take. Find out which ones in this video. 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. This was very technical unit. So...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our video series on "Evaluation and Testing of Students". In this video, we look at the diagnostic and progress test. A diagnostic test gives the teacher information about the students' current strengths and weaknesses, while a progress test is usually held multiple times during a course covering all the material taught up until that point to check understanding. 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 unit, we covered...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Colleges TESOL Teaching 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: S.Y. - Canada said: The english language is in ever increasing demand throughout the world. Knowledge of the english language and the ability to use this language is rapidly becoming a valuable global commodity. At present there is a great worldwide desire to communicate in english and, as a result, there is a huge demand for trained and skilled teachers of english. The standard, international qualification required is a TEFL certificate . With this qualification you are able to put your english skills to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Companies TESOL Teacher 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: S.C. - China said: From this course, I have revised and refreshed my knowledge of the english language. I have developed an understanding of how to create a lesson plan for a class and feel confident enough to be able to put the skills I have learnt into practice. I can now see how important it is to establish rapport with students and make the lessons exciting and fun to gain motivation and enthusiasm towards the class. I have also learnt that everyone learns differently, and it is up to the teacher and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Accreditation TESOL Teachers 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: B.L. – U.S.A. said: Having taught EFL in South Korea for 15 months with no prior teaching experience, this course was extremely an enjoyable program for me. While teaching overseas, I would be following formats that really did not make sense to me, but after taking this course I have discovered so many reasons for why I was required to teach certain lessons with distinct structures. The course provided me with a great review of english grammar. I am a native english speaker, and even I have problems...  [Read more]