How Do Tefl Courses Work

In an effort to offer a course option to suit every situation, we have a combined TESOL course that is a mix of online and in-class training. Initially you complete the theory side of the course online and then attend a training center to complete your observed teaching practice classes. The combined TESOL course is the equal of the in-class version as it covers all the same material. However, the material is presented by experienced tutors during the in-class course rather than in a self-study format as in the online section of the combined course. The interaction that the in-class version provides makes it more suitable for anyone who is not comfortable with the idea of distance learning. Yes. Successful completion of the combined TESOL course results in the exact same...  [Read more]

Distance learning has become an increasingly popular form of study in many fields of education and ESL teaching is no exception. To ensure we continue to provide a high level of convenience and affordability we regularly add new course options to our online range. Our 120-hour online TESOL course covers virtually all the same theory subjects as our in-class TESOL course. The main difference between the two course options is observed teaching practice (OTP). During an in-class course trainees get to spend many hours practicing their teaching in a real classroom under the guidance of experienced teacher trainers. Because of this practical experience, in-class TESOL courses are generally seen as superior to courses that do not provide any practical training. However, while our in-class...  [Read more]

  Would you like to live and work abroad? With a TEFL or TESOL certificate you can work and live abroad, Teaching English as a Foreign Language or Teaching English as a Second Language. Check out ITTT's courses and start a new life with a TEFL or TESOL certification! 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 Units focus is on the use of Course Books, Materials and Teaching Aids that you can utilize to efficiently teach your clas. These sorts of...  [Read more]

To teach English in Indonesia, there are several requirements that you need to meet. First and foremost, having a bachelor's degree is essential. This degree doesn't necessarily have to be in English or education, but having a degree is a basic requirement for obtaining a work visa to teach in Indonesia. Additionally, most schools and language centers in Indonesia will require you to have a TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) or TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) certification. These certifications demonstrate that you have the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach English to non-native speakers. There are many options for obtaining these certifications, including online courses and in-person training programs. Another important requirement for...  [Read more]

To teach English in Taiwan, there are several requirements that you need to meet. These requirements are set by the Taiwanese government to ensure that English teachers are qualified and capable of effectively teaching the language to students. First and foremost, you need to have a bachelor's degree from an accredited university. This is a basic requirement for obtaining a work visa in Taiwan. Your degree does not necessarily have to be in English or education, but having a degree in one of these fields can be beneficial. Additionally, you will need to be a native English speaker or demonstrate a high level of proficiency in English. Some schools may require you to provide proof of your English language proficiency through tests such as the TOEFL or IELTS. Having a TEFL (Teaching...  [Read more]

Teaching English in Spain is a popular choice for many individuals looking to live and work abroad. To be eligible to teach English in Spain, there are several requirements that you must meet: 1. **Native English Speaker or Proficiency**: Most schools in Spain require English teachers to be native speakers or to have a high level of proficiency in English. This is essential to ensure that teachers can effectively communicate with their students and create an immersive English language environment. 2. **Bachelor's Degree**: It is common for schools in Spain to require English teachers to have a bachelor's degree. While the degree does not necessarily have to be in English or education, having a degree demonstrates a certain level of academic achievement and competence. 3. **TEFL...  [Read more]

Teaching English in Chile can be a rewarding experience, but it's important to understand the requirements before you start your journey. First and foremost, having a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification is highly recommended. This certification demonstrates that you have the necessary skills to teach English to non-native speakers. In addition to a TEFL certification, many schools in Chile require a bachelor's degree in any field. Having a degree shows potential employers that you have the dedication and knowledge to succeed in a teaching role. While a degree in English or education is not always necessary, it can be beneficial when applying for higher-level positions or at more prestigious institutions. Another important requirement for teaching English in Chile is...  [Read more]

Teaching English in Japan is a popular choice for many individuals looking to live and work abroad. However, there are specific requirements that need to be met in order to secure a teaching position in Japan. Understanding these requirements is crucial for anyone considering this career path. First and foremost, one of the primary requirements for teaching English in Japan is a bachelor's degree. This degree does not necessarily have to be in English or education, but having a degree is typically a non-negotiable requirement for obtaining a work visa. Additionally, having a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certification is highly recommended and can make you a more competitive candidate in the job market. Another important requirement is a valid work visa. In order to teach...  [Read more]

  There are many reasons to take a TEFL course, not least because it is the best way to enable you to work almost anywhere in the world as an English teacher. While there are still some countries and employers that do not require teachers to have a formal TEFL/TESOL qualification these places are gradually becoming few and far between and the days where simply being a native speaker of English were enough to guarantee a teaching job are mostly long gone. Increasingly, those hoping to teach English as a foreign language are required to have a certificate of at least 100 hours if not 120 hours. Are you ready to live and teach abroad? Click here and get started today: https://www.teflcourse.net/?cu=YTDESCRIPTION Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section...  [Read more]

  Strictly speaking the answer is no, you do not have to possess a TEFL certificate in order to find work as an English language teacher. In some countries around the world it is still possible to secure employment simply by being a native English speaker. However, there are several reasons why we would strongly recommend that you complete a TEFL training course before you set off to teach English abroad. In recent years many popular destinations for EFL teachers have begun to tighten the requirements necessary for teaching English in schools and language centers. A recognized TEFL certificate is now required in order to secure a work permit in many countries, whilst the ever growing number of teachers with a TEFL qualification means that employers in the majority of countries...  [Read more]

Because of the ever-increasing demand throughout the world for knowledge of, and ability to use the English language, TESOL jobs overseas and prospects generally for graduates of our courses are excellent. Teaching opportunities are available in locations all over the world for those with an internationally recognized TESOL certificate. A wide variety of TESOL jobs overseas include placements in such areas as language schools, public schools, kindergartens, colleges, universities, businesses and companies, hospitals, tourism as well as private tutoring and voluntary work. International TEFL and TESOL Training will guide and help you throughout the process of obtaining a suitable TESOL Job overseas. Our service extends, but is not limited, to the following: Details relating to terms and...  [Read more]

GOTefl started as a division of SA-Recruitment, a teacher recruitment company established in 2004. SA-Recruitment has successfully placed hundreds of teachers internationally, and has a strong understanding of the opportunities - and challenges - of working overseas.​ The GOTefl division became so popular and we were regularly approached by potential candidates that did not fulfil the requirements for our SA-Recruitment’s mainstream teaching positions and these candidates were turned away. So, we decided it was time for it to become a stand-alone organisation managed by the same knowledgeable and experienced team of recruiters, offering the same high level of personalised service and ongoing support - now just in the TEFL space. GOTefl works with schools all over China and Thailand...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our ESA Methodology series. The ESA methodology consists of three stages. In this series, we look at the individual purposes of each stage and typical activities for each stage. This second video introduces the study phase of ESA. The purpose of this phase is to cover the actual teaching of the lesson and to check the understanding of that material.The second stage or phase of the lesson is known as the study phase and really the purpose of this phase is to cover the actual teaching of the lesson and to check understanding of that material. Typically in an ESA lesson, the study phase will have two parts. The first phase of the study is to cover the actual teaching component in what's known as the board work and what we try to do in the board work phase is to...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word quay. This word is used as a noun and refers to the platform used for loading and unloading ships. Synonyms for quay include wharf, pier or landing stage. The spelling of the word was influenced by the French spelling quai. 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. Unit 5 gave me information about managing classe. Classroom management refers to the wide variety of skills and techniques that...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word pundit. This word is a noun and refers to an expert in a particular field who is often consulted by others. Suitable synonyms for pundit include expert or specialist. The word has found itself into the English language from the Sanskrit word 'pa??ita' meaning ‘learned man'. 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 covers the various aspects of effective classroom managemen. There...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word rationale. This word is used as a noun and describes the reasons or the logical explanation for an action or a certain belief. Some synonyms for rationale include reasoning, thinking and logic. The word rationale comes from the modern Latin word rationalis meaning ‘endowed with reason’. 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. FIRST LESSONS Use activities that will: ? Establish...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in China? Are you interested in teaching English in Loudi, China? Check out our opportunities in Loudi, 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. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This unit is about vocabulary and grammar and how to teach these within a classroom or to an individual. I have learnt that there are many ways to engage a student to a new word by either group work or...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in United States? Are you interested in teaching English in Laredo, United States? Check out our opportunities in Laredo, 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. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Unit 20 – Troubleshooting Unit 20 while this unit was brief it did have a few good points to consider. One of which is what to do with the students who finish their work before the rest...  [Read more]

  This video covers the difference between 'figuratively' and 'literally'. Even native speakers commonly confuse these two words. The word 'figuratively' is used when talking about something metaphorically. 'Literally', on the other hand is used for things that are real or really happen. Watch the video for detailed examples on the two words. 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 clarifies the importance of teaching English language...  [Read more]

  This video covers the difference between 'in' and 'at' when used to indicate a location. They often cause confusion for English learners as they both refer to a location in a sentence. However, 'in', as a preposition of place, is usually used to talk about the position of someone or something inside large places such as countries, continents, big cities and similar, while 'at' is used to refer the position of someone or something inside small and unimportant places such as villages or small towns. 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...  [Read more]