Word Pairs

  The two words "farther" and "further" are a pair of words that is often used interchangeably to talk about distances. However, not many know that there is actually a slight difference between the two. "Farther" is used for physical distances. So we would use it in this example: "Tokyo is farther away than Beijing". When using "further" we talk about non-physical, figurative distances, for example "I'm falling further away from my goals". As you can see, the two words have slighty different usages. However, in spoken English the two words are often used interchangeably without a difference. However, if you are keen to use them properly, you should stick to the rules mentioned above. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Frederick South 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: It is important to understand that the first thing a student needs to know is words. Students should normally work in pairs or small groups to pool their knowledge. Higher level vocabulary learning can be spontaneous or planned. During any reading or listening exercise a student is likely to encounter one or more words that they do not know. When that happens and when the students notice the word as an unknown word they will attempt to learn the word. Teachers can help the students to notice...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about Discount TESOL Course 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: K. R. - U.S.A. said: 10 Problems for learners in VietnamThe vietnamese language has a few noteworthy characteristics for teachers of english. All of the words in the vietnamese language are composed of only one syllable and it is a tonal language. These two qualities of the language are important for teachers to be aware of because they present challenges for learners of english. The word structure of vietnamese is monosyllabic, with vowels present in either the front, middle or end of the word. ...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Hillandale Maryland 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 5 was quite interesting because there was a lot of useful information that would be really helpful when teaching. I learned how to build a rapport and the advantages and disadvantages of grouping students; whole-class grouping, students working on their own, pair work and group work. I also learned the importance of discipline and really good examples of how to deal with student behavior in a classroom. This unit brought back memories of when I was in school when the teacher would give...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Tianjin 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.G. – Japan said: An important aspect of managing a classroom is for the teacher to present themselves in an effective manner, considering tone, body language, and eye contact. Along with the teacher's physical presentation, comes how the students are arranged. Some lessons are best learned in groups or pairs where students talk among themselves as the teacher observes, while some call for more teacher talk time (TTT). Groups and pairs allow for the teacher to observe how students work, and provide an opportunity...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Discount TESOL Lessons 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. J. – U.S.A. said: Personally, I have gained quite a few ideas and techniques from this course, as well as some additional grammar knowledge. Most lessons included some really creative ideas for teaching english, especially Unit 3. I learned many ideas for games and interactive activities that make class more relaxed and stimulating. I like this course's emphasis on group work and work in pairs. I hope to implement many stimulating activities and games as well as group and pair work in my classes. I...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Douglas 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: Instead of starting the first lesson with a course book material, it's much better to focus on establishing rapport among students and between students and the teacher. The teacher should also get to know students' needs and find out which language aspects are found difficult. There are several ways of achieving that - surveys, communication games (like \"tell us about\" communication game), needs survey. It's useful and stimulating when the teacher starts the lesson with \"a warmer\", which is a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Turkey Izmir 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 watched completely two different videos with the same teacher. The second video demonstration was much more effective than the first one because the teacher in the first video was unpleasant, looked angry, he didn’t speak clearly, it was difficult to understand him and it was more “teacher-centered’ lesson. He didn’t even provide clear explanations to the students and they were confused and discouraged as a result a poor participation in the class but...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL torino 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.P. - Korea said: Unit 7 we learned the aspects of teaching vocabulary to students in order for them to get by with the language. How easy the vocabulary word may be depending on multiple factors. The similarity of that language to the students. Similarity to English words already known, spelling/ pronunciation and appopriacy. Selecting the vocabulary requires the words frequently used, and how often it will be used or covered. The ability to teach the word, such as their and there. Or too and to. The students will...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Khulna 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: M. G. - Hong Kong said: It is always crucial for the first lesson to be used for establishing rapport with the students. In a new class rapport also needs to be established among the students. An established class already have rapport as students already know each other. It is also important to find out about the students, needs, language levels, interests etc. Surveys/questionnaires, \"pass the ball\" and needs analysis are a few methods for doing so. Start classes with a warmer exercise to encourage motivation....  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs China Neijiang 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 lesson I learned that the two productive skills are writing and speaking. I learned that accuracy activities are activities directed towards producing the language perfectly and in its natural form. The importance is in producing perfect grammar and vocabulary. Fluency activities are activities guided towards producing language at a faster pace and enhancing communication. The producer should not be focused on trying to say every word correctly, but rather, in communicating as freely and...  [Read more]

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Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Jobs Yeosu South Korea 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 lesson I learned about 4 basic skills. For example receptive skills are reading and listening and productive skills are speaking and writing. Choosing the right topic can directly affect how a text is understood to students. I also learned that sentence length and word length can present problems when teaching. Therefore pre-teach words that are harder to understand should be done before assigning texts that may be difficult for students to complete.Overall, in this unit I have learned...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TESOL Guangyuan 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. A. - U.S.A. said: As a teacher of a classroom, I need to know how to use eye contact without staring at the student, have a good use of the gesture and modulate my voice during the lesson to be clear and efficient. Students can work by their own, in pairs, in groups or the whole class can work together. When a student is working alone is easier for the teacher to fix individual needs but at the same time the interaction student to student is lower. Working in groups or in pairs can increase student talking time...  [Read more]