How To Teach English Language Learners

  "They're", "their" and "there" are three words that are often used incorrectly. "They're" is simply the contracted form of "they are". "Their" is a possessive and indicates ownership of something. "There" indicates a place. Due to the Internet and instant messaging, the three words have been icreasingly used incorrectly. However, if you'd like to use them correctly, you should keep their meanings in mind. When trying to decide which word to use remember that "they're" = they are, "their" = ownership and "there" = place. 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...  [Read more]

Navigating the world of Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) can be both exciting and overwhelming. With the increasing demand for qualified English language instructors globally, it's essential to understand the diverse specialized tracks available within American TESOL programs. These specialized tracks cater to specific interests and career goals, providing educators with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in their chosen field. Whether you are interested in teaching English to young learners, business professionals, or individuals seeking academic English proficiency, there is a specialized track tailored to meet your unique needs and aspirations. The field of TESOL encompasses a wide range of teaching contexts and learner populations. As such, American...  [Read more]

  Former ESL student Kieu recorded this TEFL review after completing her TEFL course online with ITTT. Already an English teacher, Kiue thought taking the course was the best decision of her career. The course gave her the confidence to apply appropriate teaching methods in her classroom. 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. In this unit we have learnt specially the techniques of teaching English to Individuals and group of people such as class...  [Read more]

I am a ?Purist? at heart. For me the only acceptable, the only correct, the only ?propah? way to speak (and spell) English is as illustrated in the Encyclopedia Britannica ? the British English, so to speak. I have always been a staunch champion of Dr. Doolittle and all the other guardians of the English language. However, being a teacher of the English language, I can no longer turn a blind eye to the ?globalization? of English, which is - ?now a mish-mash of words incorporated from over 350 languages, and is still undergoing constant change, with hundreds of words/phrases coming into existence every year, some fading away, but many finding their way into dictionaries and thesauruses! One can pronounce words in many different ways and still be understood!! The...  [Read more]

Many new teachers are intimidated by the prospect of having to teach grammar. There are several reasons for this. Many of us aren't that familiar with grammar rules to begin with, the many exceptions make English grammar a complex subject, and finally, grammar just isn't that exciting to most teachers or students. For these reasons, there can be a tendency to question whether teaching grammar is really that important in the first place.So, is teaching grammar important' I believe it is. Ed Swick says, 'The rules of Grammar for a language learner are like the rules of the road for a driver. In order to be able to drive properly and maneuver with other drivers, you have to know the rules that everybody goes by' This is true of language to. If you follow the rules of...  [Read more]

In 1904 the French government commissioned psychologist Alfred Binet to find a method to distinguish between children's levels of intelligence. The purpose was to put the 'intellectually inferior' into special schools where they could receive more individual attention1. So begins the journey of testing and analysing scores, consequently giving us an outline or a picture of a person's intelligence. The Intelligent Quotient is a 'score derived from a set of standardised tests' (http://wikipedia.org/). The notion of measuring a person's intelligence, and therefore, a person's potential, may seem limited to some, as it did to Howard Gardner- professor of education at Harvard University. Gardner argues that 'pencil and paper IQ tests do not capture the full range of human...  [Read more]

I am a 'Purist' at heart. For me the only acceptable, the only correct, the only 'propah' way to speak (and spell) English is as illustrated in the Encyclopedia Britannica ' the British English, so to speak. I have always been a staunch champion of Dr. Doolittle and all the other guardians of the English language.However, being a teacher of the English language, I can no longer turn a blind eye to the 'globalization' of English, which is - 'now a mish-mash of words incorporated from over 350 languages, and is still undergoing constant change, with hundreds of words/phrases coming into existence every year, some fading away, but many finding their way into dictionaries and thesauruses! One can pronounce words in many different ways and still be understood!! The emergence of so ...  [Read more]

Embark on a rewarding journey with ITTT's online TEFL certification program! Our comprehensive courses are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language. Whether you are a seasoned educator looking to expand your expertise or a newcomer to the world of TEFL, our program offers a flexible and convenient way to achieve your goals. In the first section, we will delve into the fundamentals of TEFL, exploring key teaching methodologies, lesson planning techniques, and classroom management strategies. You will learn how to create engaging and effective lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of English language learners. With the guidance of our experienced instructors, you will gain valuable insights into the...  [Read more]

In 1904 the French government commissioned psychologist Alfred Binet to find a method to distinguish between children?s levels of intelligence. The purpose was to put the ?intellectually inferior? into special schools where they could receive more individual attention1. So begins the journey of testing and analysing scores, consequently giving us an outline or a picture of a person?s intelligence. The Intelligent Quotient is a ?score derived from a set of standardised tests? (http://wikipedia.org/). The notion of measuring a person?s intelligence, and therefore, a person?s potential, may seem limited to some, as it did to Howard Gardner- professor of education at Harvard University. Gardner argues that ?pencil and paper IQ tests do not capture the full range of...  [Read more]

Intent of the paperThe purpose of this paper is to examine what strategic competence is, the levels at which it functions and the utility value of such techniques to the development of an overall communicative competence. It also debates whether it is ethical to teach strategies instead of concrete language competence.'Children can discover for themselves what they need to know , however, in order to get what they want they have to ask' observes June Bowser(1993). Oral communication encompasses asking, replying, discussing, debating etc.. Surprisingly, this is what our students are wanting, outside the class, in real life situations. Does this mean that our communicative language teaching methods do not work' Why are our learners inadequate in communicating with others...  [Read more]

  Kathryn enjoyed her experience in Thailand. Prior to the in-class course, she never taught English and saw a quick development during her training. She is now confident to start working as an ESL teacher in Thailand and around the globe. 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 covered how to teach the specific needs of beginning learners, young learners, business learners, and monolingual vs multilingual learners. There are several subsets...  [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. I have learned more of a breakdown of the different roles that teachers play. I also learned some of the differences between adult and younger learners. I have begun to be aware of some cultural differences and differences in teaching styles for learners of different experience levels. This has helped me develop a mental framework for how to teach learners of various backgrounds, ages, and experience levels. I...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about Celta Online Certification Affordable and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: A.H. - USA said: I have personally gained respect for people learning the english language. It is much more difficult of a language to learn when you look at all the grammar rules?and exceptions. I believe I gained a lot from this course. I gained a better understanding of the grammar, the understanding of how to make lesson plans. The attitude and the preparations needed for each lesson. I am also better aware of the different levels of learners and different groups of students as...  [Read more]

1. About ITTT 2. Online TEFL Courses 3. Specialization in Teaching Young Learners 4. Benefits of Online TEFL Courses ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) is a leading provider of online TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) courses. With over 25 years of experience in the field of education, ITTT offers a wide range of certification programs designed to meet the needs of aspiring English teachers worldwide. Our courses are internationally recognized and accredited, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to teach English to non-native speakers. Whether you are looking to start a new career or enhance your teaching skills, ITTT has a course for you. ITTT's online TEFL courses provide a convenient and flexible way to earn your certification from anywhere in the world. Our...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word deter. This word is used as a verb and means to discourage someone from doing something, usually using doubt or fear. Synonyms for deter include prevent, stop and avert. The word comes from Latin 'deterrere', a word formed with de- ‘away from’ and terrere ‘frighten'. 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 lesson showed me how to teach different students, the different techniques...  [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 goes over the present tenses (simple, continuous, perfect, and perfect continuous), suggests possible in-class activities to teach these tenses, and warns of common mistakes made by learners. This unit has taught me how to classify various present tense examples, but more importantly it's made it abundantly clear how many exceptions there are to the "formulas" for the different tenses. I'll have to...  [Read more]

Howard Gardner’s (1983, 1998) multiple intelligences theory (MIT) postulates the existence of eight intelligences on the basis of “distinct sets of processing operations applied in (culturally valued) activities”. These are linguistic, logico-mathematical, musical, spatial, bodily-kinesthetic, naturalist, interpersonal and intrapersonal. According to Berk (2003), MIT is a view of how information-processing skills underlie intelligent behaviour. The information processing perspective basically views the human mind much like a computer; a symbol manipulating system through which information flows and regards cognitive development as a continuous process. Gardner defined intelligence in terms of distinct sets of processing operations that allow individuals to...  [Read more]

First we need to define what TEFL means before looking at the various ways in which it can be examined to provide a teaching certificate. There are various locations in which a TEFL exam can be taken and different methods of instruction, these will also be considered. The acronym TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language and it can be used in any situation where the English language is being taught to non-native English speakers. Technically speaking, TEFL refers to teaching English in countries where English is not the native language. It is a term used mainly in the UK and is used interchangeably with the equivalent USA term TESOL. As with any profession, teaching has a series of exams at different levels. Within the world of ESL the entry level examination for teachers is...  [Read more]

1. The Growing Demand for ESL Programs in Ireland 2. Benefits of Studying English in Ireland 3. Types of ESL Programs Available in Ireland 4. How ITTT Can Help You Achieve Your ESL Goals Ireland has become a popular destination for individuals looking to enhance their English language skills through ESL programs. With its rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant cities, Ireland offers a unique and immersive environment for language learning. The demand for ESL programs in Ireland has been steadily increasing, attracting students from all over the world who are eager to improve their English proficiency while experiencing everything the country has to offer. Studying English in Ireland presents a host of benefits for language learners. Immersing oneself in the language and...  [Read more]

Are you considering a career in teaching English as a foreign language? ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) is here to help you kickstart your journey in the world of education. With our comprehensive courses and expert guidance, you can become a certified TEFL or TESOL teacher in no time. Let’s explore how ITTT can support you in achieving your professional goals and making a positive impact on the lives of English language learners worldwide. ITTT is a leading provider of TEFL and TESOL courses, offering a wide range of options to suit your needs and preferences. Whether you prefer online learning or in-person training, we have the perfect course for you. Our experienced trainers will guide you through the ins and outs of teaching English to non-native speakers, equipping you...  [Read more]

Introduction Considering the difficulties that learners from different backgrounds are faced with is appropriate because I will soon embark on a teaching career which will bring me in contact with many people from different backgrounds and the challenges they face in mastering the English language. Having learnt English myself at some point in life, has made me aware of some of the difficulties my students are faced with. My experience in having overcome these difficulties could be a great help to my students, if these are used in the proper way. The danger is that one might compare others to oneself. This is useless because it?s extremely difficult to say that people with a certain background only face one set of problems. The difficulties are as many and as varied...  [Read more]

Check out Tesolcourse.com about 100 Hour TEFL certification online and apply today to be certified to teach English abroad. You could also be interested in: This is how our TEFL graduates feel they have gained from their course, and how they plan to put into action what they learned: A.O. - West Africa said: Summary of Personal Benefits from the ittt Course. This TEFL online course has served as an invaluable source of inspiration to me as a career english teacher. It has further widened my knowledge of english as an art, especially in such areas as english grammar, its functional use in real-life endeavours and the skills for teaching english to both native and non-native speakers through the ESA-based approach. Grammar, parts of speech, the tense system,...  [Read more]

  This TEFL review was recorded by Volodymyr from Kiev in Ukraine. He is currently working as an English teacher in the Ukrainian Dance Academy. Having completed his 120-hour online TEFL course with ITTT Volodymyr wants to move to China to teach English and is looking forward to learning more about China as he pursues his English teaching career. 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 difficulties that learners can face when...  [Read more]

  The zero conditional is the most basic form of the conditionals in the English language. This is a teaching idea for the zero conditional that can also be adjusted for any other types of conditionals. 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 lesson provided information on learning theory, and the most appropriate methods for each set of learner age groups. It discussed each of the four theories (and mentioned a fifth), and how they are applied...  [Read more]

IntroductionConsidering the difficulties that learners from different backgrounds are faced with is appropriate because I will soon embark on a teaching career which will bring me in contact with many people from different backgrounds and the challenges they face in mastering the English language. Having learnt English myself at some point in life, has made me aware of some of the difficulties my students are faced with. My experience in having overcome these difficulties could be a great help to my students, if these are used in the proper way. The danger is that one might compare others to oneself. This is useless because it's extremely difficult to say that people with a certain background only face one set of problems. The difficulties are as many and as varied as the...  [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 gave a good overview of pedagogical approaches to teaching young learners as well as information on classroom organization, such as the way desks can be arranged. Important skills were covered, productive skills, speaking and writing and receptive skills, listening and reading. The unit ends by breaking up the age group into two in order to point out the differences at which students learn, for...  [Read more]

Teaching adult true beginners from day one is an interesting challenge and requires a strategy which must be formulated in advance. Do you begin with phonics' Can you start with rote memorization' How can you approach people with different learning styles' What has been the students experience in school previously' There are many considerations but in the end a good plan smoothes the way to the first day. When teaching the alphabet the issue of using phonics comes to the forefront. Many programs use a system of phonics instruction along with grammar and vocabulary topics. Teaching the sounds rather than the letter names per say has advantages and disadvantages. The learner will make more progress in speaking skills when he starts by learning the sounds. He will be able...  [Read more]

1. Overview of Online Aids for Teaching English Language Learners 2. Benefits of Using Online Aids in English Language Teaching 3. Types of Online Aids Available for Teaching English 4. How ITTT Can Help with Online Aids for Teaching English Language Learners As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the demand for English language learning continues to rise. Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) have become essential skills for educators looking to meet this demand. With the advancement of technology, online aids have emerged as valuable tools for enhancing the teaching and learning experience. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using online aids in English language teaching, the different types of...  [Read more]

  Did you know that you can complete an ITTT online course in the comfort of your own home and at your own pace? In this TEFL review video George talks about his experiences as an ITTT online student. ITTT offers a variety of TEFL/TESOL online courses. For example, for teachers who are considering working with younger students, ITTT offers the Certificate in Teaching English to Young Learners. Young learners can be one of the most rewarding of all groups to teach and ITTT's course will provide you with the tools to be an effective classroom teacher. To find out more about this course and other TEFL courses ITTT offers simply follow the links above. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online...  [Read more]

1. The Importance of ESL Training 2. Benefits of ESL Training for Teachers 3. Strategies Learned in ESL Training 4. Implementing ESL Techniques in the Classroom ESL (English as a Second Language) training plays a crucial role in enhancing classroom practices and improving the quality of education for English language learners. As the global demand for English proficiency continues to rise, educators must be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively teach students whose first language is not English. ESL training provided by ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) offers teachers the opportunity to develop expertise in language teaching methodologies, cultural awareness, and classroom management techniques. Participating in ESL training can benefit teachers in...  [Read more]