Washington Tesol

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Washington 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: R.B. – U.S. said: From the tense system, I learned about the present tenses. There are 4 of them. Present simple, present continuous, present perfect and present perfect continuous. Present simple is formed with subject + base form [+s/es] It's used for habitual or routine actions, permanent situations and facts, directions and instructions, etc. Present continues is formed with aux.verb 'to be' and the present participle (verb+ing) of the main verb. It is used to talk about an action that is in progress at...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Nooksack Washington 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 shows two video examples contrasting a poorly taught class and a well taught class. We are able to see why the first class had difficulty. The teacher's poor attitude and lack of techniques affected the students level of comfort and participation. His poor and unclear instructions led to the students being confused and unsure of the language point. The second video demonstrates how the proper use of the techniques we have learned can greatly improve the success of a lesson. For...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Claremont Washington 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: From my studies of other languages, I've struggled with sounds that don't exist in English. I've found it helpful to learn what to physically do with my mouth, vocal chords, etc. to replicate them. It's necessary to demonstrate this to students through diagrams. This lesson has taught me to pay attention to my own speech to realize how a native speaker intonates or places emphasis on certain words. Being able to understand the rules behind this will allow me to more effectively teach students how...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Washington Nebraska 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: After watching the videos, I would rather be in class two than class one. In class one, the attitude of the teacher was not encouraging, his mode of delivery was poor, he was not interested in the lesson and the students were afraid to express themselves. In contrast, class two was lively and interesting as the teacher was very encouraging and the lesson was well structured. There were variations in the teacher?s voice, this kept the class engaged throughout the lesson. The engage stage was lacking...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jarratt Washington 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: Planning a lesson requires a \"step-by-step\" thought-process and the teacher should keep in mind that flexibility, timing, variety and goals in a lesson plan are very important too. We know that a lesson plan is something very personal, depending on each teacher, although we also know that some main points should be included such as the learners objective and level, the personal aims, the language points and the teaching aids, the procedure, phase and timing, anticipation of problems (for teacher...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Wytheville Washington 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: Although it made me a bit nervous, it was nice to learn from the beginning that tenses are one of the more difficult challenges when learning the English language. It was also good to know that different languages have different tenses so all students may have a different understanding and reference point to tenses. For this reason the activate stage of the lessons will be even more valuable in helping the class gain 'hands on' experience with the language. Also knowing ahead of time what the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Boydton Washington 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 tackles pronunciation, which is an aspect that is often neglected in teaching the English language. However, mastering pronunciation and phonology helps students speak more naturally and thus, boosts confidence. In order for the students to make progress with pronunciation, the teacher must help them understand the meaning and functions of intonation and stress in communication. Also, since English is not a phonetic language: words that are written the same can be pronounced differently...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Edgewood Washington 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 looks at how to deliver new vocabulary, grammar and other language concepts effectively in the classroom. This unit also provides examples of suitable activities for each lesson topic, as well as how to build them into an effective lesson structure. I have learnt that the four fundamental things students need to learn when being taught a new language are being fully exposed to it, understanding its meaning, and how the language is constructed, as well as being able to practice and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Clinchco Washington 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 Engage, Study, Activate approach is an effective way to get students motivated to learn the English language. It allows the teacher a great deal of flexibility to utilize a variety of activities to teach the language point. With this method, the teacher may elicit information from the students to use as the building blocks to inform the lesson going forward, and plan activities whereby students can incorporate the new language point with their existing vocabulary. During the Engage and Activate...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Chatham Washington 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: While teaching a new language teachers must teach students 4 main parts in learning the language - reading, listening, writing and speaking. If a person wants to learn the language he/she must be able to read, write, understand what other people say and also to be able to talk to other people. And teachers need to know how to teach their students to get these skills! Receptive skills are very important, because without these skills it's impossible to learn the language. This unit gives the full...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Washington Oklahoma 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 an excellent example of what not to do in a lesson. I actually felt so strongly taken aback by the first video that I felt frustrated and angry. Although it was a slight exaggeration by use of numerous upon numerous errors in methodology, the video very clearly shed light on how subtle nuances in teaching style have profound effects on how students receive instructions and lessons. The second video was a joy to watch, I actually felt happy as soon as the instructor spoke with a smile...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Warrenton Washington 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 lesson planning form is a help when structuring a lesson. It keeps one organized not only with the elements of the ESA plan, but organization for time management. Further, the self-evaluation form is an excellent vehicle for improving each lesson. I think over time, the experienced teacher might get away from a plan this extensive, but always keep in mind this structure when planning. Also, if the experienced teacher teaches a lesson or series of lessons that are not up to satisfaction, I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Appomattox Washington 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 been provided with a live example of how an effective lesson should be carried on. By watching both the videos i was able to differentiate the errors performed in the first lesson and how it was differently done in the second lesson . I have learnt that if a teacher follows ESA stages properly allowing students their right to an engage period where the teacher grabs their attention to the lesson they are about to have , then providing them the chance and material to practice...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL pasco Washington 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 focuses on different ways of evaluating student's level and progress.There are a number of ways to asses the students' level.they are : tutorials ,evaluation by students and tests.The teacher may conduct tutorials at the end of each class for 10 mins or at the end of a week.Evaluation of students is also a good way to get feedback.It is appropriate to give tests at each stage of the course.In the beginning the placement test can be given to find out the level of the student to place him with...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Waitsburg Washington 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 how to manage classes calmly and professionally. I learned that the grouping of the students and the seating plan can have an effect on the class, and should be determined by factors such as space, number of students, etc. I learned that it is important to build rapport between myself and my students.By building a good rapport, I create a relaxed and friendly environment for my students to learn in. I learned ways in which to prevent bad behaviour, and how to deal with it...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Leavenworth Washington 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: Unit 7 describes what parts should be taught when teachers teach a new language. 3 parts should be beared in mind like vocabulary , grammar and functions. Just as telling in the unit 5, languages' functions can be used in lots of areas such as inviting, suggesting, refusing, agreeing,etc.What we should notice in vocabulary teaching are the selecting stage. That is to say, how we select the vocabulary we are going to teach. There are four criterias can be used include appropriacy to the students...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Occoquan Washington 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 based on two ESA lesson demonstration videos of and English lesson in Thailand. The same lesson is taught twice and we notice that the two lessons are taught differently and the students react differently too. In the first video the teacher does not plan his lesson. This is seen in his presentation there is no warm up to prepare the students for the study phase of the lesson. The teacher does not also have a mastery of the lesson as seen when he can not answer a question on the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Ferndale Washington 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 lesson was on planning lessons for a class. It starts with a plan with the objective the teacher wishes to attain. This plan helps the teacher refer back to it so he/she knows they are on target to the objective. It should be flexible, so if the class is stuck then the plan made need more time in certain areas. It is also a record to review and see progress. The lesson plan should involve Engage, Study and Activate techniques so the class is all working toward a common goal. There are many...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Monterey Washington 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 gave an introduction to the studies of linguistics, and gave a brief overview on phonology and phonetics. The difference between stress and intonation was made clear in the beginning. I then learned about both the MANNER and the PLACE of articulation (i.e. the place of e.g. the tongue, or whether air is released or not when making a sound). The sheets provided a copy of the IPA chart, and I was thus able to \"translate\" sentences written in the phonetic script into \"normal\" words....  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Washington Missouri 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 examined how the teacher's physical presence can have an affect on the students and effectiveness of the lesson. Eye contact, gesture, and voice are important in establishing a stable and engaging presence. Grouping and arranging the students in different ways depends on many factors, including class size, student personality, and lesson activity, and has many consequences, such as the amount of student talk time and feeling of responsbility. Teachers must be conscientious of what they...  [Read more]