What Tefl Course Do I Need

Here at ITTT, we will do all we can to ensure your entire TESOL training experience is as straightforward and rewarding as possible. If you have any questions regarding our courses, please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section below. Our FAQ section should clear up most of your queries but if you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us by submitting them via the form provided at the bottom of this page. What does TESOL mean?   The acronym TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. The term is commonly used when referring to certification courses that provide the skills necessary to teach the English language to non-native speakers in your own country or abroad. Read more What is the difference between TESOL and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Erath Louisiana 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 unit 3 we covered how one should go about assessing students, testing and course development. I learnt that on the first encounter with the student I would need to determine the level of English proficiency. To do that I would need to conduct a general English level test. Following that I would need to do a needs analysis to find out the students pervious English learning experience, how they intend to use the language at work and what areas they would need the most work in. To structure a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Spain a coruna 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 3 is about the course development. Here, it talks about topics about what to do in the first meetings, level testing, conducting needs analysis, types of the syllabi to use, and how to create one. I have learned that we need to do level tests for us to know the methods and strategies we can use before starting the course. We also need to know what specific needs do we need to focus on all levels of our students. Moreover, as a teacher, there is a need to use all the four macro-skills...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Mendota Illinois 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 covered how teachers can learn what levels their students are at and what their students need. In general, the lesson focused on how best to provide the information students need for their courses. Conducting a variety of tests (needs analysis, diagnostic, placement, etc) is essential to figuring out how effective the course is. If you do not know what the student needs, then your course is bound to be ineffective for them. So if you do not conduct a progress test, then you will not know...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Russia Miass 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 think this lessons information about lesson planning line up very closely with my own experiences. Especially in the idea of flexibility being extremely important. When I was new to teaching I was very nervous and would over plan lessons with extra content because I was worried I would finish the lesson early and have nothing else to do. I would also try to run through lessons in my head to the extent that it was like trying to memorize a script. As I gained experience, I learned it was...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Tomah Wisconsin 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 went over how to teach special groups, including young learners, adult learners, companies, and learners from all different backgrounds in one room. There are certain ways the teacher will need to conduct the class based on the atmosphere and kind of group in the classroom. For example, a group of young learners is going to need to feel comfortable and entertained, and to do that the professors needs to come up with many activities to keep the attention of the young learners. I also learned...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Yingkou 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 19 pertains to information on teaching special groups. The unit covered information on teaching beginners, teaching individual students, teaching children, and teaching business English. It seems obvious but each group really does have individual needs that need to be met or different methodologies that work best. Children are a group I currently work with so I enjoyed having more information how to be more effective with them. I found the tips on addressing student behavior very beneficial. I...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification United States Worcester 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 focused on the different needs, possible challenges and teaching ideas for various class types. For example, the unit highlighted the difference between teaching children as opposed to adults and teaching business learners within a company as opposed to learners who elect to take a language class on their own. I appreciated learning that a class of children will need shorter more varied activities and the lesson will need to be as interactive and fun as possible to...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Wailua Homesteads 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: In this chapter, I learned about how to teach specific groups including multilingual, business students, and young learners. Each group has its advantages and disadvantages. The main concept is to understand what your group needs. Whether it's one on one instruction, or in a big group, the teacher must know the their students' needs and what their needs are. For business students, a \"Needs Analysis\" worksheet elicits a lot of information about what those students need. For younger learners,...  [Read more]

  There are some general Do's and Don'ts that need to be considered when teaching business English. Watch this video to get more insight into teaching this special group of learners. 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. By watching the two video's you can clearly see how a teacher's attitude and teaching style will have a huge impact on the students and their ability to learn. If a teacher can actively engage the students and give good examples...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Russia Murom 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 specialized groups differs slightly from teaching groups of adult student of general English, because you need different skills. Teaching beginners involves absolute beginners, false beginners, adult beginners, and beginner without Roman alphabet. The all have different abilities, motivation and need to be managed accordingly. There is also Business English group and this involves those who will come to school, those taught from their companies and even individuals. To manage them...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Tekirdag Turkey 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: Before you start your business English course, you need to know: 1. Who is your student? 2. What kind of English language level do they have? 3. What do they really need to know about the English language. The unit 3 is about to help answering on these questions. First meetings,testing systems, needs analysis, syllabuss design, end of course assessment of students, examinations and course evaluations. All of these parts of your teaching are necessary.Unit 20 discussed troubleshooting. ...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification India Dabgram 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 concentrates on how and why a lesson plan is not only a good idea but it is essential for a smooth running lesson for both student and teacher. It shows how to construct a planallowing flexiblity while ensuring that the objective of the lesson is achieved. The contems need to include objective, phases timing, student neeeds e.g.language ability, the materials neede to enable the teacher to be properly prepared. I am learning about how to do a lesson plan, how to structure my...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL East Jordan 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: I learnt what are the different types of beginner students I might get to teach - the absolute beginner, the false beginner, the adult/young beginner, the beginner who does not know the Roman alphabet. I learnt what I need to do when I teach children and what to do when I start teaching Business English (which something I am very interested in, so this was very important for me, I probably wouldn't have thought of the \"Needs Analysis\" had I not read about it here) and how to make the program...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Managua Nicaragua 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 section was a lot of practical information how to start a class with an evaluation of the current skills and oportunities for improvement. List the employers and employees goals, to devide up the time available into class periods and then plan for each class. An easier way may be When they have completed a needs analysis, which tells you what the students need to know and how this language needs to be used, all you really need to do is to string these concepts together.In unit 14 I was...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Crandall Texas 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 this unit I have learn't about authentic and created materials and how they both have their advantages and disadvantages in the classroom. I also learn't the names of a few course books that are based on British English and two that are based on American English. Most importantly I learn't about what you should look for when buying a course book and how to use it, as in, what you should and shouldn't do with the course book. I feel that as I am a new, inexperienced teacher, I would do well with a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Jiaohe 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 3 looked at syllabus creation and course creation. First and foremost we need to find out what our students need or want. I found out in this chapter there are various assessments that can be taken to do this. Such as a level test, then a needs analysis. Even before the course has started the students can be given a diagnostic test to assess their skills and knowledge in particular areas, then part way through the course they can undergo a progress test to check their progress in class in...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Certification Baton Rouge United States 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 helps assure me that I do not need to be a complete expert in business in order to teach business English. However, I do think I should take some time independently to familiarize myself with various business English terms before starting with a class in Japan (where I am planning on teaching). I am looking forward to completing this week-long course.Unit 19 was focused on how to teach different types of groups. We learned about teaching beginners, individual...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Kitakyushu 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: T. Z. - U.S.A. said: Since I am currently an English teacher for children and beginners I found this information to be correct for me and my situation. It is very important to read the environment of the classroom and adjust to your students needs with both children and beginners. When doing activities with children it is important to control the pace of the activity. Many times one child will pay attention to every detail making sure everything is perfect before moving on, while the rest of the students are...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Fessenden North Dakota 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 19 is about teaching special groups. These groups could be beginners, children, individuals, Business English or professional learners. They all need analysis and understanding of each group needs and actions. They vary in terms of ages, level of motivation, level of English and cultural differences. It is important for the teacher to know his/her student/s well before giving a lesson. The last part which is about teaching Business English and English for Specific Purposes is very helpful...  [Read more]