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Computers have been used for teaching languages since the 1960s. With the invention of the personal computer, the PC, in the 1980s and subsequently the development of the World Wide Web or WWW, computer use in language learning has grown very quickly. Throughout the period there have been a number of discussions and debates regarding the benefits and barriers associated with its use, the use of technology in general in language learning, and the application of CALL in modern language pedagogy.There are a number of barriers to the use of CALL in language learning: financial, availability of hardware and software, technical knowledge and acceptance of technology. Institutions and students alike may have problems affording the equipment and programs to effectively use or implement...  [Read more]

Computers have been used for teaching languages since the 1960s. With the invention of the personal computer, the PC, in the 1980s and subsequently the development of the World Wide Web or WWW, computer use in language learning has grown very quickly. Throughout the period there have been a number of discussions and debates regarding the benefits and barriers associated with its use, the use of technology in general in language learning, and the application of CALL in modern language pedagogy. There are a number of barriers to the use of CALL in language learning: financial, availability of hardware and software, technical knowledge and acceptance of technology. Institutions and students alike may have problems affording the equipment and programs to effectively use...  [Read more]

  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 helped set me up to be a good teacher. I know that each student, depending on age and language level, will learn differently and by using various techniques. Young learners may have less of an attention span than someone who is a bit older. I felt that the part of unit one that dictates what makes a good teacher is a very important because it shows that it is a combination of things, not just one...  [Read more]

Why Cali is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in Cali TEFL Course Options Available in Cali Cultural Integration While Teaching in Cali Top TEFL Providers in Cali: Focus on ITTT Cali is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in Cali, with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in Cali include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in Cali requires a solid understanding of the local culture, helping teachers build strong relationships with their students. ITTT offers flexible TEFL...  [Read more]

Why Calpi is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in Calpi TEFL Course Options Available in Calpi Cultural Integration While Teaching in Calpi Top TEFL Providers in Calpi: Focus on ITTT Calpi is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in Calpi, with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in Calpi include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in Calpi requires a solid understanding of the local culture, helping teachers build strong relationships with their students. ITTT offers flexible...  [Read more]

Why Calpe is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in Calpe TEFL Course Options Available in Calpe Cultural Integration While Teaching in Calpe Top TEFL Providers in Calpe: Focus on ITTT Calpe is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in Calpe, with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in Calpe include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in Calpe requires a solid understanding of the local culture, helping teachers build strong relationships with their students. ITTT offers flexible...  [Read more]

As computer technology overtakes the world and EFL resources develop to keep up with these changes, it is important to evaluate these resources that are being used in the classroom. Teachers need to decide whether these materials are necessary or helpful in the teaching process or are they being used simply because they are available and the teacher feels pressurised to use them by students and schools alike. In this short article, I will evaluate the resources I use in the classroom to support young EFL learners and discuss their use and value.Two of the commercial resources used by the school I work in are 'Shine' and 'Way Ahead'. Both of these CD-Roms have been produced to develop not only vocabulary teaching, but also grammatical structures of the English language. Both of...  [Read more]

The primary purpose of assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning. Information gathered through assessment helps teachers to determine students’ strengths and needs in their achievement of the curriculum expectations in each course. This information also serves to guide teachers in adapting curriculum and instructional approaches to students’ needs and in assessing the overall effectiveness of programs and classroom practices. In order to ensure this primary purpose, assessment and evaluation must:be communicated clearly to students (and/or parents if applicable) at the beginning of the course and at other appropriate points throughout the course;address both what students learn and how well they learn;be based both on the...  [Read more]

Why La Luz (La Cal) is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in La Luz (La Cal) TEFL Course Options Available in La Luz (La Cal) Cultural Integration While Teaching in La Luz (La Cal) Top TEFL Providers in La Luz (La Cal): Focus on ITTT La Luz (La Cal) is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in La Luz (La Cal), with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in La Luz (La Cal) include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in La Luz (La Cal) requires a solid understanding of the local...  [Read more]

  The next thing we should look at is how our consonants are arranged for the top two rows we have P and F at the left side of our chart and G and J at the right side of our chart. They're arranged this way because if we analyze the way we speak we're using the front of our mouth to use these sounds as in ?p? and ?f? and I'm using my lips and my teeth to produce those sounds and as we move to the right on the chart slowly but surely we're making those sounds it towards the back of our mouth. We can use the examples of ?g?. The sound ?g? is produced further back in our mouth than ?p?. The next thing we'll notice about our chart is that some of our symbols are shaded. Notice that none of the symbols in the vowel sections are shaded but only a few are in the consonant section. The...  [Read more]

  Next, a couple of issues surrounding the use of worksheets and workcards. Firstly, these types of materials can either be bought or they could be made by yourself. Very often many of the book series that we use will have workcards in their teacher resource book. Worksheets and workcards are very useful because they can act as a prompt to introduce an activity or topic. They can also be used for role plays and one of the things you need to be aware of when making worksheets and workcards yourself is that you need to make them durable. So whenever you create a workcard, if you put it on some hard backing and then put it inside some cellophane or covered plastic just to make them durable then those types of workcards and worksheets can last for years. So examples of worksheets and...  [Read more]

Why San Antonio de la Cal is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in San Antonio de la Cal TEFL Course Options Available in San Antonio de la Cal Cultural Integration While Teaching in San Antonio de la Cal Top TEFL Providers in San Antonio de la Cal: Focus on ITTT San Antonio de la Cal is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in San Antonio de la Cal, with job opportunities in schools, language centers, and corporate training programs. TEFL courses in San Antonio de la Cal include both online and in-person options, allowing teachers to find the best learning approach for their needs. Successfully teaching in San Antonio de...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our video series on "Evaluation and Testing of Students". In this video, we look at the diagnostic and progress test. A diagnostic test gives the teacher information about the students' current strengths and weaknesses, while a progress test is usually held multiple times during a course covering all the material taught up until that point to check understanding. 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. If you are a teacher, you...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our video series on "Evaluation and Testing of Students". In this video, we look at practice and external proficiency tests. Practice tests are usually used for revision purpose before internal and external exams to prepare the students. There are three types of external proficiency tests that English learners can take. Find out which ones in this video. 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. The unit presents a brief overview...  [Read more]

In the realm of English language teaching certifications, two prominent qualifications stand out: the Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL). Understanding the distinctions between these two certifications can be crucial for aspiring educators looking to enter the field of English language teaching. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the key differences between CELTA and TESOL, highlighting the pros and cons of each to help you make an informed decision about which certification aligns best with your career goals and aspirations. The CELTA certification, offered by Cambridge Assessment English, is renowned for its rigorous training program that focuses on practical teaching skills and methodology....  [Read more]

Reading is a process by which a reader gives meaning to text. The reader relies on a series of skills which they, depending on the age of the English language learner, may already possess in their native tongue. An older child or adult reader will read text knowing its purpose and meaning i.e. to give or request information, persuade, criticise, to give pleasure to or entertain. Further, they can make logical predictions as they read because of pre-existing experience or knowledge. All these skills are used by fluent readers, and as such, will be second nature to an older child or adult. A young English language learner may not have these skills or are developing them at the same time as learning a new language. This will necessitate the adoption of differing texts for reading....  [Read more]

In today's globalized world, the demand for qualified English language teachers continues to rise. As a result, many individuals are turning to online TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) and TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) programs to kickstart their teaching careers or enhance their existing qualifications. These online programs offer flexibility, convenience, and accessibility, making them an attractive option for those looking to pursue a career in English language teaching. However, like any educational pathway, online TESOL and TEFL programs come with their own set of pros and cons. 1. Flexibility: One of the most significant advantages of online TESOL and TEFL programs is the flexibility they offer. Students can complete coursework at their own pace...  [Read more]

Unlocking Opportunities with ITTT's TEFL and TESOL Courses in Mexico City Embark on a rewarding journey towards becoming a certified English teacher with International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) in Mexico City. Our comprehensive courses are designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the field of English language teaching. Whether you are a seasoned educator looking to expand your horizons or a fresh graduate eager to kickstart your career, our programs cater to individuals at all levels of experience. With ITTT, you can expect top-notch training, practical insights, and ongoing support to help you succeed in the classroom. Why Choose ITTT for Your TEFL and TESOL Certification? At ITTT, we take pride in offering high-quality TEFL and TESOL courses that are...  [Read more]

All of our teacher trainers have been involved in teaching and teacher training for a number of years. They are all still active teachers and therefore are fully aware of the classroom situations facing EFL teachers today. Each in-class group will have input from a number of trainers during the course. Trainees will also have the opportunity to observe the trainers teaching classes of native students during the course. For our online students, should you choose to have a online tutor assigned, he or she is available throughout the course to answer any questions that you may have, as well as providing any help that you may require. You are welcome to contact a tutor by email at any time and you should receive a reply within one working day.All online tutors are also experienced teacher...  [Read more]

Why Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) is a Great Place for TEFL Certification Job Demand for English Teachers in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) TEFL Course Options Available in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) Cultural Integration While Teaching in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) Top TEFL Providers in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal): Focus on ITTT Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal) is an excellent city for obtaining TEFL certification, offering a dynamic job market for English teachers and a rich cultural experience. English teachers are in high demand in Tolimán (incl. Barrio de Casas Viejas, Horno de Cal), with job opportunities in schools, language centers,...  [Read more]

Empowering students to take ownership of their learning journey is a crucial aspect of effective teaching. By fostering autonomy and self-regulation in the classroom, educators can create a dynamic and engaging learning environment where students are motivated to succeed. This article explores the importance of promoting student autonomy and self-regulation through strategic lesson planning and effective classroom management techniques. 1. The Significance of Student Autonomy 2. Strategies for Promoting Student Autonomy through Lesson Planning 3. Enhancing Self-Regulation through Classroom Management 4. Conclusion Student autonomy refers to the ability of learners to make choices and take control of their educational journey. When students are empowered to make decisions about their...  [Read more]

'Idiom: groups of two or more words that taken together mean something different from the literal meaning of the individual words. Slang: informal speech that is outside conventional or standard usage and consists both of coined words and phrases and of new or extended meanings attached to established terms.' For a more specific definition we can look to http://en.wikipedia.org/wik, which offers the following detailed account of the two terms.Idiom: 'An idiom is an expression (i.e. term or phrase) whose meaning cannot be deduced from the literal definitions and the arrangement of its parts, but refers instead to a figurative meaning that is known only through conventional use. In linguistics, idioms are figures of speech that contradict the principle of compositionality.'Common...  [Read more]

All of our TEFL courses are excellent value for money. Our course fees include tuition, course materials, certification, and moderation fees. No matter where you choose to study our TEFL course, we offer a variety of accommodation options. Airfares and food are not included in the price of our courses. All TEFL course fees are in US dollars but your payment can be made in any currency. The GBP (£) figure given is a guide only, and subject to change. Please check www.xe.com/ucc for a current exchange rate in pounds or any other currency of your choice. All of our courses run throughout the year. All of our TEFL courses come highly recommended from past trainees. Our courses provide an ideal opportunity to see the world and experience different cultures.   In-class Course Phuket...  [Read more]

What is evaluation'Evaluation is the process of determining significance or worth, usually by careful appraisal and study. It can also be defined as the analysis and comparison of actual progress vs. prior plans , oriented toward improving plans for future implementation.. For this study evaluation and testing would be discussed under the following headings; the characteristics of a good test, types of testing and the reasons for testing, methods of evaluation and testing, why testing doesn't work, making testing more productive, alternatives to testing, and conclusion.The characteristics of a good test.The elements of a good test are:Validity of the test :- Validity is the extent to which a test measures what it is intended to measure. Most important kinds of validity are,...  [Read more]

What is slang' A simple online definition is, "The nonstandard vocabulary of a given culture or subculture, typicaly consisting of transitory coinages and figures of speech." (Catchword) What is an idiom' From another online source, "Idiom refers to a grammatical construction unique to a certain people, region, or class that cannot be translated literally into another language." (Pearson Canada) When learning any language, these two concepts are an important part of complete understanding. The first hurdle a language student must overcome is grammar. After getting a basic understanding of how to string a language´s words together to form something understandable to an average native speaker, the next step is vocabulary. While grammar and vocabulary are definately...  [Read more]

Are you looking to enhance your career prospects in the field of teaching English as a foreign language? Look no further! At ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training), we offer top-notch qualifications and certifications that will open doors to exciting opportunities worldwide. Whether you are a seasoned educator or a fresh graduate looking to kickstart your teaching journey, our programs are designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in this dynamic industry. Our comprehensive courses cover a wide range of topics, including lesson planning, classroom management, grammar instruction, and more. With a focus on practical, hands-on learning, you will have the chance to apply your newfound knowledge in real classroom settings, ensuring that you are...  [Read more]

Embark on a rewarding journey with ITTT's comprehensive TEFL and TESOL certification courses that open doors to a myriad of opportunities worldwide. From teaching English as a foreign language in vibrant cities to remote villages, our accredited programs equip you with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the field of English language teaching. Whether you are a seasoned educator looking to enhance your qualifications or a passionate individual seeking a new career path, ITTT provides the training and support you need to thrive in the dynamic field of TEFL and TESOL. ITTT offers a range of TEFL and TESOL courses designed to meet the diverse needs of aspiring teachers. Our internationally recognized certifications cover essential topics such as lesson planning, classroom...  [Read more]

Embarking on a journey to teach English as a foreign language is not only a rewarding career choice but also a gateway to exploring different cultures and making a positive impact on the lives of others. With the increasing demand for English language proficiency worldwide, the need for qualified and skilled English teachers has never been higher. International TEFL and TESOL Training (ITTT) offers comprehensive and accredited courses that equip aspiring teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the field of English language teaching. ITTT provides a wide range of online TEFL and TESOL courses tailored to suit the individual needs and preferences of our students. Whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced teacher looking to enhance your skills, we have a...  [Read more]

  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. The content of this unit was concise and I believe it is essential for everyone to understand this subject, teacher or not. It is not something we think about all the time and it will probably happen automatically once a person manages to grasp the basics. Since parts of speech was a subject I did at school in my mother language, I never had any big issues with the concepts in English, but I'm not sure how...  [Read more]

Humans speak with each other by creating sounds. That is how we communicate with each other. Over the centuries the different languages have created systems of grammar to explain how the words in their languages work. Sometime after that, they began to create systems to explain how the sounds, or phonemes, of the different words work. Two disciplines arose out of this: phonetics and phonology.Phonetics is the study of the sounds themselves. In the world there are a limited number of possible sounds which the human vocal tract can produce. Of these sounds, the distinctive pronunciations of the different languages are produced. But how are theses sounds produced and represented' The answer to this question is the area of study of Phonetics. Generally, Phonetics is subdivided into...  [Read more]