Esl Differentiation

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in TieluZhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Liangshan Yizu Zizhizhou? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. This course was helpful because it lined out the different roles that both teachers and students have as explained specifically the different language levels and how they are defined. I specifically appreciated the differentiation between adults and children and how their learning may differ, having to do with motivation, different types of activities and...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. ESL Teaching Methods 3. Strategies for Effective ESL Teaching 4. Conclusion Welcome to ITTT's ESL teaching methods and strategies workshop! In this comprehensive guide, we will explore various approaches and techniques to enhance your teaching skills in the English as a Second Language (ESL) classroom. Whether you are a seasoned ESL teacher looking to refresh your methods or a novice educator seeking guidance, this workshop is designed to provide you with valuable insights and practical tips to excel in your teaching career. The key to successful ESL teaching lies in the use of effective methods that cater to the diverse needs of language learners. In this section, we will delve into different teaching methodologies such as the Direct Method, Communicative Language...  [Read more]

1. Introduction 2. Benefits of ESL Lesson Planning 3. Components of Effective ESL Lesson Plans 4. Tips for Creating Engaging ESL Lesson Plans Welcome to our ESL lesson planning ideas page, provided by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training). Lesson planning is a crucial aspect of teaching English as a second language, and it can greatly impact the effectiveness of your classes. In this guide, we will explore the benefits of ESL lesson planning, the key components of effective lesson plans, and provide you with practical tips for creating engaging and successful lessons. Effective lesson planning offers numerous benefits for both teachers and students. By carefully structuring your lessons, you can ensure that your classes are well-organized, engaging, and tailored to the needs of your...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Tongcheng Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Yuncheng Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Teaching English as a foreign language in a kindergarten should be reviewed from several perspectives. Primarily the type of the kindergarten and the type of the pupils should be taken into account. The type of teaching techniques will be different in an English kindergarten placed in a non-English speaking country and in a kindergarten where the pupils have...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Zengxi Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Ankang Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. When I think of having my teaching observed either by an inspector or by a teacher-in-training, I think of the Christmas song, which impels its listeners, “He knows when you’ve been bad or good, so be good for goodness sake!” The reason is simple, when we know we are being scrutinized, we do a better job! In reality, students observe their teachers everyday, and...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Songlou Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Dezhou Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. When beginning work with a new group of English Language Learners, there are many factors to consider. For example: How do I assess their prior knowledge? How do I engage the classroom? How do I make sure my students are comfortable to ask questions? All these questions are all hinged on the instructor’s ability to create a positive classroom culture and...  [Read more]

Linda Dunsmore Alumni Experiences This is an interesting article written by one of our TEFL alumni who shares her thoughts on the importance of observed teaching practice for ESL teachers. This post was written by our ITTT graduate Roxanne L. When I think of having my teaching observed either by an inspector or by a teacher-in-training, I think of the Christmas song, which impels its listeners, “He knows when you’ve been bad or good, so be good for goodness sake!” The reason is simple, when we know we are being scrutinized, we do a better job! In reality, students observe their teachers every day, and even without expertise in the field of education, students know implicitly a good teacher from a bad teacher. Still, having your teaching (or teaching practice) observed by fellow...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Zhuangmo Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Xinzhou Shi? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Students learning English as a second language will always face some difficulty whether it be with pronunciation, grammatical structures, or complex phrasal verbs. Difficulties may even lie outside of the language structure itself and instead lie within the cultural differences of the country. Students whose native language is Japanese face a variety of challenges...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas When beginning work with a new group of English Language Learners, there are many factors to consider. For example: How do I assess their prior knowledge? How do I engage in the classroom? How do I make sure my students are comfortable to ask questions? All these questions are all hinged on the instructor’s ability to create a positive classroom culture and troubleshoot potential problems. This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Maria H. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. The first few lessons are critical to this process. It is imperative that instructors set the tone of their class. They need to establish a positive rapport with students so that they can fully participate...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas One may be keen to know what grammar is. Why do we need to learn grammar in our lives? How can I learn grammar? This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Mbalenhle S. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Grammar is the set of rules that we follow when we speak to express our thoughts and to have a sound and meaningful conversation. It serves as an umbrella that comprises several things including part of speech, phrases, clauses and sentence diagrams which we normally use on our daily talks to be grammatically correct concise. Part of speech refers to a noun, pronoun, verbs, adjective, adverb, conjunction, preposition, and interjection, they cover all words that we use in our daily...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified and teach in Yongle Zhen? Are you interested in teaching English in Aba Zangzu Qiangzu Zizhizhou —? Check out ITTT’s online and in-class courses, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English ONLINE or abroad! ITTT offers a wide variety of Online TEFL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. In the words of Albert Einstein “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid." Today the 1921 Nobel Prize winner is considered a genius, yet his education and scholarly life was anything but brilliant. He was unable to speak fluently with ease and grace...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Alumni Experiences A resource I found invaluable for this essay was the website Cyborlink (2019a), a reference provided in the TEFL Young Learners course (ITTT, 2019). The TEFL course (Unit 6) discusses how cultural considerations are important when teaching abroad. This includes cultural sensitivity when interacting with the young learners themselves, as well as in interacting with parents and school staff (administration/teachers). This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate David B. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. Cyborlink is aimed at a more general audience of people doing business in other cultures, though of course has implications for TEFL teachers. One aspect of the site that I...  [Read more]

Elizaveta Pachina Teaching Ideas Intelligence has been defined in many ways, including the capacity for logic, understanding, self-awareness, learning, emotional knowledge, reasoning, planning, creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. More generally, it can be described as the ability to perceive or infer information and to retain it as knowledge to be applied towards adaptive behaviors within an environment or context (Wikipedia, 2019). This post was written by our TEFL certification graduate Stephen A. Please note that this blog post might not necessarily represent the beliefs or opinions of ITTT. At a cosmetic level, language fluency and accuracy, that segregate socio-cultural groups is inconsistent with contemporary thought of nationality origin differentiation, rather...  [Read more]