Teaching English For Specific Purposes

  Our next category in our series of teaching special groups in ESL is English for specific purposes. This video focuses specifically on teaching business English. How is business Enligsh different to general English? Will you be able to teach business English? Find out 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. Unit Two focused on the grammatical aspects of speech. It is clear that grammar will be one of the toughest topics to teach, in...  [Read more]

Teaching English for a Specific Purpose (ESP) or Why not just teach'em Shakespeare' TEFL teaching in the classroom has maninly been focused on leaning General English skills with more specific English, needed for a specific profession for example, being taught only as and when it is needed. Some people argue that specific English should be introduced earlier and this will help motivate pupils and also keep the English taught within a professional and cultural environment that is relevant to the people learning it.English for a specific purpose was developed to meet the needs of individual learners and their specific needs, and is designed for specific disciplines. It makes some, but not exclusive use of the underlying methodology and activities of the discipline it serves, ...  [Read more]

Teaching English for a Specific Purpose (ESP) or Why not just teach?em Shakespeare? TEFL Teaching in the classroom has maninly been focused on leaning General English skills with more specific English, needed for a specific profession for example, being taught only as and when it is needed. Some people argue that specific English should be introduced earlier and this will help motivate pupils and also keep the English taught within a professional and cultural environment that is relevant to the people learning it. English for a specific purpose was developed to meet the needs of individual learners and their specific needs, and is designed for specific disciplines. It makes some, but not exclusive use of the underlying methodology and activities of the discipline it...  [Read more]

English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is designed for learners who need English for a particular field or profession. This specialized form of English language teaching is tailored to meet the specific needs of learners in specific contexts. Here are some groups of people who typically benefit from English for Specific Purposes: English for Specific Purposes (ESP) focuses on teaching English tailored to specific fields or professions, unlike general English courses that cover a broad range of topics and skills. ESP is designed to meet the specific language needs of learners in their professional or academic contexts. Here are some key differences between ESP and general English courses:  [Read more]

Anyone with a strong foundation in English language teaching and knowledge of the specific field in question can teach English for Specific Purposes (ESP). Here are some key points to consider: To teach English for Specific Purposes (ESP), teachers typically need the following qualifications: A Bachelor's degree: In most cases, a Bachelor's degree in English, linguistics, education, or a related field is required as a foundation for teaching ESP. TEFL/TESOL certification: Obtaining a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) certification is beneficial. These certifications provide training in language teaching methodologies, lesson planning, and classroom management. Specialized training in ESP: It is essential to have...  [Read more]

  This video covers the difference between 'adapt' and 'adopt'. Due to their similar spelling, their usage is often confused. 'Adapt' describes the action of taking something and changing it for a special purpose, for example: A screenwriter successfully adapts the book to make it work as a movie. The word 'adopt', on the other hand, refers to the action of taking something and using it or making it your own, such as here: Because they couldn't have children of their own, they decided to adopt a child. 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...  [Read more]

English language teachers in Japan are not only employed by schools but also by a variety of other institutions. Here are some other places that hire English language teachers in Japan: Private language schools: These schools, known as eikaiwas, are popular among both children and adults for English language instruction outside of regular school hours. Businesses: Many companies in Japan hire English language teachers to provide language training to their employees, especially in multinational companies or those with international clients. Government programs: Some government-funded programs, such as the JET Programme, hire English language teachers to work in public schools as Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) to assist Japanese teachers in English language instruction. Universities and...  [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]

Paris, the iconic City of Light, offers a myriad of opportunities for English as a Second Language (ESL) teachers. From teaching in prestigious language schools to providing private lessons to business professionals and families, the demand for English language instruction in Paris is high. As an ESL teacher in Paris, you can immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of the city while making a meaningful impact on the lives of your students. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the various opportunities available for ESL teachers in the City of Light. 1. Teaching in Language Schools 2. Private Tutoring 3. Teaching English for Specific Purposes 4. Cultural Immersion Programs One of the most common avenues for ESL teachers in Paris is teaching in language schools. These...  [Read more]

English language teachers in Saudi Arabia are also employed by private language schools, international schools, universities, and corporate training centers. Here are some additional details on each: Private Language Schools: Private language schools, often referred to as language institutes, cater to a wide range of students looking to improve their English language skills. These schools typically offer a variety of courses for different proficiency levels and may focus on specific skills like conversation, business English, or exam preparation. International Schools: International schools in Saudi Arabia follow foreign curricula, such as the British or American systems, and often require qualified English language teachers to deliver high-quality instruction to their diverse student...  [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]

  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 identifies reading and listening skills as receptive skills. It goes into further detail stating that we can use receptive skills for both purpose and entertainment. The unit gives clear explanations about the different types of ways in which we can read and listen. The types of receptive skill are predictive skills, specific information, general idea, detailed information and deduction from...  [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've experienced teaching adult beginners and kindergarteners in groups, and teenagers individually. For myself, teaching adults was the hardest as they have their own knowledge and perceptions in the English language. Also, gathering people from different backgrounds was also not easy whereas young learners including kindergarten through middle school students are more open to absorb the new language and...  [Read more]

1. Specialize in English Language Teaching 2. Benefits of Specializing 3. Specialization Options 4. How to Get Started Are you looking to enhance your career in English language teaching? With the opportunity to specialize in a specific area of English language teaching, you can take your skills and knowledge to the next level. Specializing in a particular aspect of teaching English as a foreign language can open up new opportunities for you, both personally and professionally. It can also make you a more valuable asset to employers in the field. Whether you are a seasoned English teacher or just starting out, specializing can help you stand out in a competitive job market. Specializing in a specific area of English language teaching comes with a myriad of benefits. Firstly, it allows you...  [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 has given a basic introduction to this course, information on the remaining 5 units is given. the details of the course have been clearly explained. the general terminology for business English has been given with the full forms, so very clear if in future I come across these. the details for teaching English for a specific purpose have clearly been defined and also what are our future prospects once...  [Read more]

In addition to language schools and international schools, there are several other types of institutions in Thailand that employ English language teachers: English language teachers in Thailand have various job opportunities beyond traditional classroom teaching. Here are some alternative options: English language teachers can find employment opportunities in Thailand through various channels. Here are some ways to explore teaching positions in Thailand: Yes, besides schools, there are various organizations and institutions in Thailand that hire English language teachers. Here are some examples: Language Centers: Private language centers, such as Berlitz or Wall Street English, often hire English teachers to provide language instruction to both children and adults. Universities and...  [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. Unit 5 is about a number of different teaching themes that can be applied to a range of contexts and situations. The unit covers information about Case studies, Frameworking, Problem-based learning, Games, Computer Aided Language Learning and Speech Act Theory. I have learned about the techniques that can be applied to these teaching themes (mainly the process of the activities and how to put the theory into...  [Read more]

  Regardless of which type of beginners you are teaching here are our top 10 tips for the teaching of beginner classes. 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 focused on the productive skills of writing and speaking for communicative purposes. The unit provided a brief overview of the equal importance of writing and speaking in the classroom, of which writing is often pushed to the wayside as language production (via...  [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 covers the different ways a teacher can structure a lesson to teach different concepts and how useful each is in connection with certain techniques. It seems a patchwork lesson is often useful for teaching Grammar and a normal arrow structure is more useful for teaching a vocabulary lesson, though it is stressed that these are not all set in stone. There are also plenty of useful tips on what kind...  [Read more]

  This TEFL review video was recorded by Ben from Brisbane, Australia. Ben has spent the last five years living and working in Chiang Mai, Thailand. During his time in Chiang Mai he has been teaching a variety of skills including building and life skills. Ben has always wanted to be a teacher and decided to take ITTT’s 120-hour online TEFL course as a means to achieving that goal. He found the course to be ideal for his situation as he has a lot of work to do in Thailand and the flexibility of learning online allowed him to study the course whenever he was free. 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...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL review video, Sherleen talks about her experience taking the 120-hour ITTT online course with tutor support and videos. She describes how the course was both informative and challenging and has prepared her well for starting her career as an English teacher. 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 12_ Teaching Productive Skills.↵The productive skills is made of the speaking skills and the writing skills. All of the the two are...  [Read more]

  Telmo lives in Portugal and has completed an online TEFL course with ITTT. In this TEFL review, Telmo tells us how he enjoyed his experience on the course and recommends taking the course with tutor support. ITTT offers a range of course to suit all needs so if you are looking at taking your first steps as an English teacher or wish to refresh your skills you are bound to find something to suit you with ITTT. 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. ...  [Read more]

  In this TESOL review a group of international students describe their experience during their four week TESOL/TEFL course in Corinth, Greece. Having a TEFL/TESOL credential is a means of combining work and travel. Our intensive in-class TEFL certification courses last for four weeks in a variety of exciting locations around the world, and have a very practical emphasis. 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 19 focuses on teaching special...  [Read more]

  Zeki is from Turkey and currently working as an English teacher in Mongolia. He enjoyed working through the units and especially found the grammar units very useful. He highly recommends this certification course for anyone interested in teaching abroad. 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. Teaching special groups unit focuses on different type of groups that may a teacher come across .↵The teacher may be teaching various range of classes...  [Read more]

  A first example of a teaching idea for the present simple tense will be a classic activity called 'Find someone who'. Here, we will be trying to find someone who has a general truth such as the ability to play a musical instrument or the fact that they have a brother and a sister. This results in students going around the room asking questions in the present simple tense, such as 'Do you play a musical instrument?' 'Are you a teacher?' 'Do you have a brother and a sister?' The answers resulting will also be in the present simple tense. They will be generally 'Yes I do,' or 'No I don't.' The students will go around trying to find somebody who fits the general truth and when they do, they will write their name in the appropriate space. The students will mill around the room for...  [Read more]

  Marina from Moscow completed the 120-hour TEFL course with ITTT while on maternity leave. In her TEFL review she describes initially feeling apprehensive about studying online, Marina found this to be the best way to study for her in her situation. As a teacher of ten years, Marina did find some of the grammar units easier than expected for her but also found useful tips on teaching different skills. ITTT’s courses do not require trainees to have any previous teaching experience but those who have already been teaching for some time can still learn something new to help them develop their skills as an English teacher. 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...  [Read more]

  This video covers the difference between 'principal' and 'principle'. These two words often cause confusion for English learners due to their similar spelling. The word 'principal' can be used as a noun and as an adjective. As a noun, it refers to a person of authority, like a school principal, the head of a school. When used as an adjective, it means 'leading' or 'primary', like a principal cause or reason. The word 'principle', on the other hand, is only used as a noun and refers to a moral or standard, like the principle of free speech. 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...  [Read more]

Yes, when teaching English abroad, you may be teaching adults, depending on the type of English language program or school you are working for. Teaching English to adults is a common practice in many countries around the world, and there are several reasons for this: Adult learners have specific learning needs and motivations that differ from those of younger learners. They often require English for professional purposes, travel, or personal development. Teaching English to adults can be rewarding as they are typically highly motivated and committed to learning the language. Many adult learners are eager to improve their language skills to advance their careers or communicate effectively in an English-speaking environment. Adult English language learners often bring a wealth of life...  [Read more]

  The idiom "itchy feet" refers to the need to leave or a feeling of a need to travel, for example: Watching an airplane pass by is giving me itchy feet. 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 is about teaching receptive skills. The receptive skills are reading and listening. The productive skills are speaking and writing. All these skills are equally important and all of them should be incorporated into lessons. Students can read/listen...  [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. Speaking and writing are the productive skills. While speaking and writing are substantially different in many ways, they both are used for the same purpose-to communicate. Communication between people is a very complex and ever changing thing. But there are generalizations that we can make which have particular relevance for the teaching and learning of languages. If a teacher wishes to introduce a...  [Read more]