Learning English For Spanish Speakers

If you are considering Spain as a location for teaching English, you certainly won't be alone as it has long been one of the most popular destinations in Europe. However, before you buy a plane ticket why not take a look at Latin America as many teachers find that this amazing region is actually a better option for them. For many people, the opportunity to learn a new language is one of the great benefits of teaching English abroad. When it comes to learning Spanish, the assumption that Spain is the best place to do so is certainly a common one. However, in reality the type of Spanish used in Spain actually uses accents and slang terms that are vastly different to the language spoken in other Spanish speaking countries. In fact, many native Spanish speakers from outside of Spain...  [Read more]

Yes, the opportunity to learn a new language is one of the highlights of teaching English abroad for many people. It?s a well known fact that being fully immersed in a foreign culture and continually surrounded by the language is the best way to learn it quickly. During your time teaching in a particular country you will inevitably have daily opportunities to practice and develop your new language skills. While you will probably pick up a certain amount of the language in your day to day life, you should also find that local language courses are available at more affordable rates than in your home country. Another benefit is that the language you will be exposed to on a daily basis will be the real language used by local speakers rather than what you might learn from a textbook. By...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in France? Are you interested in teaching English in Montreuil, France? Check out our opportunities in Montreuil, 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! Both reading and listening skills are important to learn, but listening is the hardest. In my own experience in learning foreign languages, listening is my weakness. In my native English, I can...  [Read more]

The simple and straightforward answer to this question is there are many differences between these two acronyms as they stand for very different things. Throughout the world of teaching and learning the English language there are countless acronyms that are used to shorten the names of all manner of tests, certificates, courses etc, in order to make them easier to say, write or understand. TESOL and IELTS are just two of them. Below we take a look at the meanings behind these two acronyms that are well known among English language teachers and students. TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. This acronym is commonly used throughout the teaching profession to refer to the act of teaching the English language to non-native speakers. It is primarily used in...  [Read more]

TEFL International's centre in Buenos Aires, Argentina is an unbeatable destination to take the TEFL certification course in Latin America. There are lots of job opportunities for TEFL certified native or fluent English speakers, and you can also learn or improve your Spanish. As the capital city of Argentina, Buenos Aires has so much to offer visitors that it is difficult to narrow down your itinerary to just a few things to do. Buenos Aires is a thriving multicultural city and the best way to explore its diversity is to get out and about in the various neighborhoods that make up the city. By choosing to study with TEFL International in Buenos Aires, you are signing up for an exciting and rewarding time in Argentina. Known as the "Paris of South America", Buenos Aires is one of the most...  [Read more]

Opportunities for teaching English in Spain are varied and widespread, with potential job options available in almost every small, medium and large city in the country. However, deciding which one of these is the right choice for you can be difficult without actually visiting the country first. If you have the time and funds it can be a great idea to head to Spain and then decide on a location once you are on the ground, but for most teachers this is not a realistic option. Instead, have a read through the following list to see if anywhere of these popular spots fits the bill. The Spanish capital is home to over 3 million people and there are enough of them learning English right now to ensure that ESL teaching jobs are not hard to find. Public schools and private language centers...  [Read more]

ITTT's TEFL training course in Colombia is located in Chía "The Moon City," a municipality located 20 minutes by car or bus from Bogotá. Bogotá is the capital and the most important city of Colombia and its natural charm makes it one of the most popular tourist destinations in Latin America. It is the city that most represents life in Colombia with good coffee, Latin rhythms and buildings from the colonial past. Located in the heart of the South American continent, Colombia is a fascinating country full of historical and cultural heritage along with beautiful landscapes. The country has 53 natural parks and protected areas, along with coasts on both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean providing over 300 beaches to suit any preference. Colombia is an amazing place to visit, live,...  [Read more]

The course exceeded my expectations... This tefl course has been very useful to me, as it's given me a deeper knowledge of the english language and its structure... This course was very helpful to me... The ESA method... I found out that in school we learned english in a much different way than what I had thought... Through this course, there have been many things I have gained... I have been teaching english for more than 10 years... I have learned more about the students and how to approach them, especially what areas to focus on... This course has been an invaluable step in my process to becoming a TEFL teacher... I learned quite a bit about grammatical rules... This course has made me realize just how complex the english language is... Honestly as a native english speaker there was a...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in United States? Are you interested in teaching English in Carrollton, United States? Check out our opportunities in Carrollton, 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! Equipment and teaching aids Teaching equipment Many different teaching aids can be used to make lessons more interesting, effective and less dependent on the textbook. Different...  [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| - Planning a lesson is important as long as it remains flexible to adapt to class needs. It certainly helps teachers in the beginning of their career in order to not loose control of the class and it This unit covered the modal auxiliary verbs and how and what there are used...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in United States? Are you interested in teaching English in United States? 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| This unit reveals a valuable piece of information concerning the equipment and resourses that any teacher can use effectively in the classroom. The long list of websites is impressive and is of great This unit was helpful to review the different ways...  [Read more]

The capital of Colombia, Bogotá is located in the heart of the Andes at a height of 2,640 meters. It is an exciting and fascinating city and one of the highest capitals in the world. Colombians from all parts of the country call Bogotá home and it is also a hub for the greater region. There is always something to catch your eye and pique your interest in Bogotá and around the city. Visitors can explore local history and culture in the old downtown, or check out the beautiful landscapes and wildlife outside Bogotá. There are plenty of good restaurants, clubs, cafes and bars in the city as wells as parks which play host events such as concerts, plays, film screenings and much more. The La Candelaria part of the city is home to a number of interesting sites including Calle del Embudo,...  [Read more]

ITTT is dedicated to assisting you throughout your TESOL training and to providing you with a means of support during your ensuing teaching career. If you have any questions regarding our courses, please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section below. Our TESOL FAQs should be able to answer most of your questions, but if you have any other queries do not hesitate to contact us by submitting them using the form 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...  [Read more]