Completing Pronunciation

  Moving further down our list of the parts of speech, we have our prepositions. Prepositions show a relationship between a noun or a pronoun and the rest of the sentence. We have three main categories: time, place, movement as well as a miscellaneous category that doesn't fit the other three. Here, we can have prepositions of time: before, during, in, at or on. If I said, "I work at eight o'clock," I'm sharing a relationship between the time "eight o'clock" to the rest of the sentence. We have our prepositions of place: in, at, on, under, in between. If I said, "The book is under the table," I'm showing a relationship between the table and the rest of the sentence. Then, we have our prepositions of movement. These show movement: towards, from, to or through. I could say, "He...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in China? Are you interested in teaching English in China? Check out our opportunities in this beautiful US state, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Check out which city/town you may be more interested in and start your journey| Upon studying the course material and completing my first unit test, I am already beginning to understand the make-up of a great teacher. Before reading the material, I had never given myself the opp Going through Unit 4 today, I now understand how and why we structure lessons...  [Read more]

Becoming a proficient TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) instructor is a journey that varies in length depending on several factors. These include your prior experience, the intensity of your training, your dedication to professional development, and the specific requirements of the institution or country where you plan to teach. For those starting from scratch, a common route is to pursue a TESOL certification. These programs can range from a few weeks to a few months in length, with intensive courses often being completed in a shorter time frame. Such programs typically cover essential topics such as language teaching methodology, lesson planning, classroom management, and language assessment. After completing a TESOL certification, many aspiring instructors gain...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word tenet. This word refers mainly to princibles of a religion or philosophy. Some synonyms for tenet can include principle, belief or doctrine. The word comes from the Latin word tenere meaning ‘he holds’. 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 unit contains the principles of managing classes which include eye contact, gesture and the voice, grouping students, classroom arrangement,...  [Read more]

As a non-native English speaker, you can absolutely do a TESOL course. TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, and it is designed for individuals who want to teach English as a foreign language, regardless of their native language. In fact, many non-native English speakers have successfully completed TESOL courses and have gone on to have successful careers in teaching English. One of the benefits of being a non-native English speaker taking a TESOL course is that you have firsthand experience of learning English as a second language. This can give you valuable insights into the challenges that your future students may face and can make you a more empathetic and effective teacher. When choosing a TESOL course as a non-native English speaker, it is important to...  [Read more]

TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and TEYL (Teaching English to Young Learners) certificates are both valuable credentials for English language teachers, but they cater to different audiences and focus on different teaching methodologies. TEYL certificates are specifically designed for teachers who work with young learners, typically ranging from preschool to primary school age. These certificates emphasize strategies and techniques that are effective in engaging and teaching children, such as using games, songs, and visual aids. TEYL courses also cover child development theories and classroom management skills tailored to younger students. On the other hand, TESOL certificates are more general and can be applied to teaching English to learners of all ages, including...  [Read more]

When choosing a TESOL course that fits your teaching style, there are several factors to consider. TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, and it encompasses various methodologies and approaches to teaching English as a foreign language. Here are some key points to keep in mind: 1. **Understand Your Teaching Style**: Before selecting a TESOL course, take some time to reflect on your teaching style. Are you more comfortable with a traditional lecture-based approach, or do you prefer a more interactive and communicative teaching style? Understanding your preferences and strengths can help you choose a course that aligns with your teaching philosophy. 2. **Accreditation**: Look for TESOL courses that are accredited by recognized institutions or organizations....  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Japan? Are you interested in teaching English in Japan? Check out our opportunities in this beautiful US state, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Check out which city/town you may be more interested in and start your journey| Unit reflection: Write a brief overview of the content of this unit and what you feel that you have learnt from it. If stating an opinion you will need to give reasons. This section is not graded but Unit reflection: Write a brief overview of the content of this unit and what...  [Read more]

Home / Tesol USA / TESOL Online in Georgia - Teacher English Jobs Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Georgia? Are you interested in teaching English in Georgia? Check out our opportunities in this beautiful US state, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Check out which city/town you may be more interested in and start your journey| In this unit I learned that teachers can use a traditional course book or create their own materials in order to instruct a class. These materials can be either authentic or created. Authentic...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word inveigle. This word is used as a verb and refers to the action of persuading someone to do something through flattery or deception. The word comes from aveugler in Old French meaning ‘to blind’. 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 a very important review for me on Present Tense. In completing this unit, I have realized how complex these forms would appear to anyone who does...  [Read more]

  Then, we have a set of objectives and aims. Here, the learner objectives relate to what we're hoping the students are going to be able to do by the end of your lesson and quite often, that can be a useful way of writing out what the objectives are. So, we would start the sentence "By the end of the lesson, students should be able to?" and then a list of two, three or four items that we're expecting the students to be able to do by completing this lesson. The learner objectives are different to the teacher aims the teacher aims are what you are expecting from that lesson itself. Now, when you first start teaching, quite a normal aim might be to complete the lesson successfully, to get through the whole thing without having any problems. As time goes on and you become more...  [Read more]

The most comprehensive course option offered by ITTT is the 550-hour Expert Package with tutor support. It covers a complete spectrum of TESOL skills that teachers of English as a foreign language can use in most classroom situations. The 550-hour Expert Package fully prepares course graduates so they are ready to tackle a wide range of future teaching and management roles at home or overseas. This extensive package consists of six course components: The 120-hour TESOL course (Part 1 of the package) must be completed first, however, parts 2 to 6 can be taken in any order you decide. After successfully completing the 120-hour course you will have the option of receiving a 120-hour certificate then five further individual certificates for each section successfully completed (there is an...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in China? Are you interested in teaching English in China? Check out our opportunities in this beautiful US state, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Check out which city/town you may be more interested in and start your journey| In an ideal world, classes are comprised of cooperative, motivated students, who all get along well and are of similar ability. In the real world, however, things are quite different. The most common In the first video it shows the importance of being on time, well prepared...  [Read more]

  In this video Linda breaks down the difference between ?aloud? and ?allowed?. 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. Working with short attention spans Set clear expectations for all student. Break assignments into smaller pieces to work on in short time period. Space breaks between assignments so students can refocus on their task. Share ideas with parents so they can help with homewor. Carry out everyday routines consistentl. Develop a reward...  [Read more]

  When speaking with other people in regards to future plans, it is very import to make sure that you speaking to that person correctly, in order to prevent confusion. The different future tenses can be Teaching young students is completely different that teaching adults or business learners. Each groups has a specific reason to Study English. Business learners are there for a job, or college reasons While creating a comprehensive and understandable summary of the important factors surrounding lesson planning, as well as providing a number of excellent examples and templates to develop them on one It is important to be prepared and adaptable to the students needs.Understanding basic tendency of how children versus adults learn, helps the teacher to be flexible and prepared to...  [Read more]

  This unit tackled different ways on how to evaluate students' levels and progress. There are three ways to do it namely tutorials, evaluation by the students, and tests. Tests were discussed more in-d This three part unit was different in that it addressed the competing modes of communication in a classroom. Many of my experiences have been with teaching speech, while the head teacher mainly lets w Material use in the classroom is important to move students from beginners with created materials to an intermediate level with authentic materials. Comfort of created materials allows for more shy st The video unit was very interesting. The unit provided two videos of an ESL lesson with very different vibes. The first showed a seemingly unprepared instructor who mumbled through much of...  [Read more]

  In this video Linda explains the differences between "assure", "insure" and "ensure". They not only sound similar, but those three words also make an outcome sure but they are in no way interchangeable. "Assure" is used to speak out a promise or say something with confidence, for example "I assure you that he is a great lawyer". "Ensure" is used to make something certain, such as here: "Please ensure that you will be home at five o'clock today"."Insure" means to protect an object against risk by buying an insurance policy from an insurance company, like here: "I insure my television because it was expensive". Once you have realized the three different meanings and usages, there is no way you'll confuse them again. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one...  [Read more]