Effective Filter

  Also in the 1970s la señal came up with a new methodology called "Suggestopedia". As psychological theory was developing, one of the ideas that came up was something called ?the effective filter?. Basically, the effective filter is a barrier to learning. It's the reasons why we inhibit our learning of a particular language. There are two main elements to the effective filter, two sets of factors, if you like, those are known as internal and external factors. The external factors to learning, the reasons why we have barriers to learning, may be just simple things such as external noise. So, people talking to us while we're trying to learn and so on and so forth. Perhaps more important are these internal factors and the internal factors one of the main things here is our previous...  [Read more]

Music is everywhere. It's playing at the mall. It's playing in the car, in the restaurants, at home. It's accessible, and crosses all social, racial, and linguistic lines. As such, it is an excellent recourse for teachers of English as a foreign language. It is particularly good for teachers who are using the ESA method of teaching, because songs fit the lesson plan for every stage of teaching. Music in the classroom is widely supported by a worldwide network of teachers as well as numerous studies showing their worth as a teaching device. Getting students to break down their social inhibitors getting them involved in the class lesson is one of the challenges facing language teachers, particularly when said students are culturally encouraged to be reticent, or when they are...  [Read more]

Unlock the World with ITTT's Printable Language Activities Discover a world of interactive and engaging printable language activities designed to enhance your language learning experience. From vocabulary building to grammar exercises, our diverse collection of resources caters to learners of all levels and ages. Whether you're a teacher looking to spice up your classroom activities or a student seeking extra practice, ITTT's printable language activities are the perfect solution. 1. **The Benefits of Printable Language Activities** 2. **Diverse Range of Activities** 3. **Customizable for Different Learning Styles** 4. **How to Access ITTT's Printable Language Activities** Printable language activities offer a multitude of benefits for language learners. They provide a hands-on approach to...  [Read more]

Are you an ESL teacher looking for opportunities to teach in Italy? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide provided by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training), we will explore the various ways you can find ESL teaching jobs in Italy. From job search strategies to visa requirements, we've got you covered. Read on to discover how you can kickstart your teaching career in this beautiful Mediterranean country. One of the most effective ways to find ESL teaching jobs in Italy is by utilizing online job search platforms and websites. Websites such as Dave's ESL Cafe, TEFL.com, and ESL101 feature job listings from schools and language centers in Italy. These platforms allow you to filter job postings based on location, salary, and job requirements, making it easier to find the perfect...  [Read more]

Embarking on an ESL graduate program is a rewarding journey that opens doors to a world of opportunities in teaching English as a foreign language. Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional looking to advance your career, excelling in your ESL program is crucial for your success. Here are some key strategies to help you make the most of your experience and set yourself up for a fulfilling career in the field of ESL. To excel in an ESL graduate program, it is essential to adopt a growth mindset. This mindset is characterized by a belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work. Embrace challenges as opportunities for growth, seek feedback to improve your skills, and persevere in the face of obstacles. By maintaining a positive and...  [Read more]

The topic of teacher accents in the ESL classroom is much debated. I am sure most teachers can relate to a story or experience. In South Korea, like many Asian countries there is a strong focus on the 'American English'. All listening tapes, dialogues, transcripts and texts use American linguistics and accents. Even the international TOEIC and TEFL tests for a long time were using American accents. As a New Zealand citizen being strongly advised to develop an American accent can be hard to comprehend.Kachru 1986 writes 'what actually happens is that language and power go together. American English is accepted for the power and superiority which America as a nation has acquired in the areas of science, technology, commerce, military affairs and politics'. I tend to agree and...  [Read more]

Introduction:Listening is the ability to identify and understand spoken language. Listening is a receptive skill. The receptive skills used in language acquisition: listening and reading enable the productive skills: speaking and writing (Saricoban, 1999). Listening is the communication skill used most often in the assimilation of information and the most neglected in foreign language teaching (Norris, 1993). Effective listening is dependent upon the listener's decoding skills, i.e. the listener's ability to make sense of the message. For foreign language learners accurate and intelligent listening is a necessity. A good teacher will enable intelligent listening by enhancing her student's decoding skills.Unlike written and spoken evidence, successful listening is more ...  [Read more]

  Our final methodology is accredited to Jeremy Harmer and it's known by the letters ESA. Around 1998, Jeremy Harmer produced a book called "How to teach English" and basically what Harmer did, is a background to this book is to do what we have done today and to work through all of the different methodologies that have come about over the last 300 years. He highlighted for each of those methodologies what was good about it, what was positive and what didn't appear to work and then put all of the positive things into a melting pot and came out with this methodology, which he called ESA. It's a three-stage methodology, where each of the letters represents a particular phase of the lesson. The first one being called the engage phase, the second the study phase and the final one the...  [Read more]