Teach English in Chongqing

I have learned proper grammar, tenses, the needs of different learners, from young learners to business learners, the reasons people learn english (job, for fun, to communicate with family abroad, to do well in school, interest in the language or an english speaking culture)

I actually didn't really know anything about the english language, believe it or not

I have learnt a lot of things and currently I am using your methods at my lessons, I am really very thankful to you

Teaching SlangSlang and idioms are a crucial part of the modern English language

Classroom ManagementClassroom management may be one of the hardest challenges for a new or experienced esl teacher

The difference between teaching one to one and groupsTeachers of English are becoming more and more in demand on a one to one basis, as students are keen to receive extra attention from their teacher, and have their English learning needs addressed directly and specifically

We have found that the english learned in our Secondary education really only scratched the surface, particularly in Grammar areas

I feel as though the most important thing I have learned from this course is making sure that most of your lesson is student centered

My dream is to be a teacher and I am planning to teach in outside countries in english

Although being a native english speaker I have learned a great deal about the english language which had either been forgotten or never learned prior

What I have gained from this course is a sensitivity to the needs of students

Learning Modes young learners vs

I have learned proper grammar, tenses, the needs of different learners, from young learners to business learners, the reasons people learn english (job, for fun, to communicate with family abroad, to do well in school, interest in the language or an english speaking culture)

English As A Global LanguageWhen Captain Christopher Newport found the first English colony in the New World in 1607, it is unlikely he could have imagined the unprecedented expansion in the use of the English language worldwide

Teaching GrammarOne of the major contentions surrounding the teaching of grammar is the question whether teaching grammar aids in L2 acquisition

The difference between teaching one to one and groupsThere are many differences, advantages and disadvantages between teaching one to one and groups

Multiple IntelligenceBabies are cute

Large classesWhile it is apparent why teaching large classes of 30-40 students would be more challenging than teaching a small class of say, 8-10 students, there are numerous methods that help to make the most of the large class experience

online tefl courses vs onsite TEFL coursesMany factors need to be taken into consideration by the learner when choosing between an online or onsite tefl course

Through the duration of this course I now feel incredibly relaxed with confidence about taking on a teaching role for teaching english as a foreign language

I have learned a lot from this course

Discipline in the ClassroomRegardless of a teacher doing everything to the best of their ability, discipline within the classroom is still likely to be an issue

Learning Modes, young learners vs AdultsIn order to be a good teacher, there are certain roles and responsibilities he or she must assume

English as a Global LanguageThe English language is quickly becoming the dominant language in the world enabled with the height of globalization and technology

From this course I have gained: ? A better grounding in english grammar

Group DynamicsTeaching esl students can present a lot of challenges and in order to address these, a sound understanding of group dynamics and how these can hinder or help students must be recognised

This course has benefited me in several ways, the foremost of which has been that it has allowed me to refresh my command of the english language

For me, the experience of learning TEFL course is pretty rewarding

English as a global languageEnglish is fast becoming a universal language for different kinds of people to communicate with one another

The difference between teaching one to one and groups The most obvious difference between teaching TEFL one to one and groups is that one to one teaching only involves two people (the teacher and student) whereas teaching in groups involves more than two people (the teacher and two or more students)

I honestly feel like I?ve become a better teacher through this course, primarily because I was forced to focus on things that are natural for me as an english Speaker and I don?t normally think about

Last year I had the fortune to be invited as a native english speaker, to informally teach english to spanish (and other nationalities) at a summer camp in Marbella, Spain

Upon the completion of this 120 hour TEFL course I feel prepared and fully qualified to teach english in a foreign country

I have gained a lot from this course

I have learned so much and in a nutshell: I have learned that encouragement and getting to know a student?s interest will help make teaching fun and easy

I have personally gained a lot from this course

Teaching Beginner StudentsAs a beginner teacher of English I will have thoughts running through my head

Problems for English Language Learners in Saudi ArabiaLet it be considered that I do not intend to argue that learning English in Saudi Arabia is more challenging than other places around the globe, yet I would love to discuss the issues that made learning English in Saudi Arabia different

I was a teacher without proper training before I took this course

At first, I enrolled in this course to get a certification for resume purposes and to find a job in italy

I have personally gained a great understanding of what goes into teaching and planning a lesson

teaching monolingual vs multilingual groupsThere are certain traits a teacher will desire for her classroom dynamic

Through this twenty-lesson TESOL class, I have learned basic aspects of teaching ESL which include: managing a class, preparing a course using a lesson plan, basic grammar review, etc? Throughout the course, I came a cross a number of the key points that appeared to be relevant to me in terms of teaching guidelines

online tefl courses vs onsite tefl courses While English is continuously gaining popularity among non-English speakers, being proficient in English is an advantage both in people's social and professional lives

English as a global languageThere is no doubt that English is a popular language to learn

This course has taught me a great deal about how to structure and plan a class

I came to this course thinking I would just learn grammar

I have taken this course because I wish to teach overseas

Problems for korean LearnersAs a person who is interested in the South korean culture as well as an English teacher in south korea, I have noticed several problems that korean students often face while studying English

Although being native english speakers we have learned a great deal about the english language which had either been forgotten or never learned prior, yet most of all we have learned various teaching skills which we believe can be applied to all areas of expertise in the future and not just restricted to teaching english

Problems for learners in Costa RicaCosta Rica is ranked as one of the most visited destinations in the world - tourism and particularly ?eco-tourism? as well as other international business, forms major income sources for the country

Common Pronunciation Problems in KoreaProblems related to pronunciation greatly depend on what the speaker?s mother tongue is

Cultural sensitivity in the classroomThere are many cultural sensitivity issues in the classroom that teachers must address to make sure they are delivering language instruction without prejudice, discrimination or bias

During this course I have learnt a lot

Teaching StylesAs teachers we all have different styles we use to teach which we need to be aware of and be able to adapt to fit the needs of students

Personally this course is an interesting one ,its inspired me to continue the whole lesson from module 1-20

Teaching VocabularyTeaching vocabulary can be quit interesting

Prounciation Problems in ChinaChinese students of English as a second language seem to have pronunciation problems with both some of the vowels and consonants

British English vs American English?Allo mate, gotta fag?? Oh my god, what did he just say?!? Yes, it is the same language, but sometimes it can seem as if it?s completely foreign

Cultural sensitivity in the classroomMark Twain expresses, through this poetic quote, many of the current conflicts that second language learners are received with when immersing in the foreign country where they are studying

The most important thing I have learned from this course is to be creative

Words Matter The Importance of Teaching VocabularyWhile the Merriam-Webster dictionary may define ?vocabulary? in terms of a list or collection of words a person knows, language teachers know that there is much more involved in teaching vocabulary than simple word recognition

The difference betweeen teaching one to one and groups In recent years the EFL industry has seen a significant increase in demand for the one-to- one English lesson, particularly in the international business world

Teaching vocabularyWhen teaching vocabularies to students, I believe that the teacher should not teach the way vocabularies the way I was taught in school

Cultural sensitivityIt is very important to be aware of the different cultures represented in your classroom

As a non-native english speaker, I have learned a great deal about the english language and how I can teach more effectively using various teaching skills that I learned throughout this course

I learned that the ability to speak english does not qualify me to teach english

The one lesson that I am really going to take away from this course is how to implement and teach grammar to students

Phonetics and phonologyPhonetics and phonology are two branches of linguistics dealing with the sounds and structure of human language

British English vs American EnglishI grew up learning and using British English

Motivation in the classroomMost people would agree that motivation is a crucial factor and component of learning and developing any new skill whether it is a new job, new knowledge, or a physical skill set

Although we are native english speakers, we have learned a great deal about english fundamentals, specifically regarding tenses

Teaching EFL in Kindergarten Teaching EFL kindergarten can certainly be difficult and challenging but like most things, it is quite a rewarding line of work with many benefits

Being a native english speaker you sometimes lose sight of how many facets the english language actually has

I have personally gained a lot about teaching english from this course that I have already been able to put to good use in my job as a Corporate english Trainer

Most importantly, I have learnt how to use a structured plan for lessons

DICTIONARY TRAININGThe English language is not a tame language

This course has opened my eyes to the complicated and rich nature of the english Language

Increasing Motivation in the ClassroomAs teachers, we understand that it is nearly impossible to teach students who are not motivated to learn

Firstly, this course has enabled me to have a more organized and structured of way of planning my lessons, all the while requiring a certain part of imagination to make an interesting lesson

I have gained such a deeper knowledge of the basic principles of the english and how to put them into practice

Problems for learners in South KoreaKorean esl students are presented with a number of stumbling blocks in acquiring the English language

Museums as a Setting for_ESLWithin the vibrant and diverse region of Southeast Asia, Singapore is a microcosm of multiculturalism and multilingualism

I've learned that there are far more aspects to grammar than I ever remember learning in grade school :) I've been given a wonderful variety of useful resources that I can continue coming back to even once I've started teaching

By completing the TEFL course, I have managed to gain an insight into the world of teaching that I did not previously possess

Throughout this course I find that I have gained a detailed knowledge of tenses, grammar, language points, teaching techniques, material resources, and many helpful ideas

This course has provided a thorough introduction to teaching the english language

This course has served as a wonderful ?refresher? from my primary school days

Pronunciation problems in Hong KongThere are a number or pronunciation problems Cantonese speakers have when speaking English because of various reasons

Throughout this course I have definitely gained a more in depth understanding of the english language learner and many new ways to help my future students

What I have gained: I have first of all learned a methodology for teaching english as a foreign language that seems very practical and effective and I?ve got a lot of practice in making lesson plans and thinking practical around the implementation of this methodology and conducting of english lessons and english courses

I have improved my teaching skills and creativity

Problems with learners in ThailandI have chosen to research and discuss the problems faced when teaching students in thailand

Problems for learners in KoreaFrom the end of the korean War in the 1950's English education has been an important part of the education system

I liked to teach english to junior grades at school

At the beginning of the course, I didn?t know whether I wanted to continue to teach adults or I wanted to face a new challenge and teach young learners

As a non-native speaker of english, I had learned all the basic technicalities of the english grammar long before I started this course

British vs American EnglishI?m hoping to give you some information about why, how, where there are differences between British and American English

As a native english speaker I have learned a lot over the years through formal and informal education

I have gained a greater understanding of the english language and an appreciation of how hard it might be to learn at any level

This course was excellent in refreshing my grammatical skills

This course has taught me so much about english and teaching

Teaching is both a challenging and rewarding experience

Overall I feel I have gained a lot from this course

Building confidence in studentsBefore becoming a teacher one of the things I was scared of the most was standing in front of a class of silence

Seating arrangements in the classroomSeating arrangement may be one of the most crucial decisions for a teacher to make

I would like to categorize what I have learned into three parts

Cultural Sensitivity in the Classroom Cultural sensitivity is integral to a foreign language teacher?s understanding of the students they are teaching

I have learned that the english language is more complex than I originally thought

I have learned a lot of good things through this course

I have taught EFL for three years; therefore, some of the information was new and some was repetitive

Ive certainly learnt a lot more english then when I was at school! This course has opened my eyes and made me realise how much I take the english language for granted

Phonetics and PhonologyPrefixes are bound morphemes, elements that have no meaning in isolation but are attached to the front of other words to form new words

Previous to taking this course I had been teaching in korea, Taiwan and England, for several years

As a non-native speaker, I have learned a lot of the language which has either been forgotten or never learned before

Multiple intelligencesPeople, by nature are skilled in different areas, have a preference for working in a particular way or seem to have a natural ability in certain areas

In many ways this course has helped me in regards to teaching

Establishing RapportRapport is a process of building a sustaining relationship of mutual trust, harmony and understanding

New technology in the ClassroomTechnology for learning has been inseparable for as long as human history has spanned out

Wow! First thing I must say is that this was the best $250 I ever spent on a class that helped improved my job performance

A lot of the information from this course is fairly new to me because for english being my primary language, while attending school, the teachers wouldn?t go so in-depth about the english language since it is built into our daily lives and we use it on normally

teaching one to oneI have been teaching at a private English school in Warsaw, Poland for about 8 months

Cultural sensitivity in the classroomCultural sensitivity means being aware that there are differences between cultures and people across the globe

Personally before I took this course I had no idea how to teach a class

English as a Global Language As the World has changed in the last 2 centuries, so has the way people have been communicating

Multiple IntelligenceWhen a teacher is faced with twenty absolute beginner foreign language students, it can be intimidating and quite scary

The course provided invaluable breath to my training as a foreign language teacher

Since I have taught students in the past I have some idea of teaching procedures but this course has taught me specifically how to deal with teaching english as a second language

I feel like I have learned a lot from this course

I personally have learned new things about the tense system that I didn?t know for example the usages for different tenses

This course has been great for me

TEACHING PRODUCTIVE SKILLS SPEAKING AND WRITINGTeaching productive skills in an EFL or ESL class is necessarily in every lesson

Teaching EFL in KindergartenThe demand for teaching English to young learners in non-english speaking countries is very high and continues to rise

English as a global languageEnglish is important to the Teaching English as a Foreign Language community, because it is on its way to becoming the global language

Problems chinese students Face Learning EnglishEvery student?s personal aims in learning and acquiring a new language may vary from individual to individual, and country to country, but each student will grapple with problems that many before them have had to face

Motivation in the classroomMost teachers have a common goal of increasing motivation in the class room

There is a great deal I have learned from this course

This course re-taught me a lot about the various nuances of the english language that I know instinctively as a native speak but had forgotten how to pinpoint and break down

I have gained an excellent refresher of english grammar and now have the definitions I can use to teach them

I personally learned great deal about the english language through this course

This course has made me realize how amazing and interesting the english language can be

Teaching Multilingual StudentsTeaching any language can be quite a challenge

I?ve been very pleased with the courses and study method you offered which is to provide high quality, practical training

I have gained a much better understanding of the english language

I signed up for this course after I decided that I wanted to expand my understanding of english whilst I am teaching english in korea

From the course I have personally gained a better understanding of the structure of the english language and the difficulties that someone can have when learning it as a second language

I will be honest, when I first started this course I thought it would be easy, just a revision of adjectives, nouns etc

This course has given me an introduction to the types of lessons I will expect to be teaching in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil this coming month

Although being a native english speaker, I have learned a great deal about the english language, some of which was a refresher from when I was in school

Although being privileged to be born in a country that has english part of their citizens education in which I have learned a great deal about the english language, what Ive learned in this course really astounded me since most of the things which are being taught were so new to me

Business English Teaching Business English is in some ways quite different than teaching General English

Phonetics phonologyIn my research article I will present some of the difficulties native korean speakers have with learning and speaking English

This course has shown me that there are various things I need to brush up on in order to be able to effectively teach my students

I have learnt a lot of things and currently I am using your methods at my lessons, I am really very thankful to you

Teaching EFL in KindergartenI chose to write on the benefits and challenges of teaching EFL in a Kindergarten classroom because this is an age I have experience working with

From this course, I've learned a great deal about not only the importance of why teachers must understand how to teach ESL/EFL, but also what to expect in a lesson, and how to be prepared for each lesson

Why complete a tefl course It?s like cooking

Choosing to take this TEFL course was a great decision in preparation for my goal to move to South Korea to be an english teacher

British English vs

Throughout this course I have been continually learning

The course has been instrumental in helping me revise the basics of grammar

Summarize what you have personally gained from this course, and how you plan to put into action what you have learned

Why I want to teach in korea To have the opportunity to teach English abroad in Asia would be a great honor

I have gained a more thorough and precise knowledge of grammar which, although still rudimentary, should help me pay closer attention to the way english sentences are formed

First of all, as a native english speaker, I have learned that I needed a big review for most of the english parts, such as tenses

Learning modes young learners vs Adults When teaching English, or any subject, teachers have to take into account whether they are teaching young learners or adults

Before I started this course, I was just a university graduate whose native language was english

I have learned how to make a lesson plan using the ESA methodology and have had practice making 10 lesson plans

Why Complete a TEFL CourseMany people may wonder why the need to complete a TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) course when they are born as native english speakers

This course was incredibly beneficial

Before taking this course I had been teaching conversation english in japan for over 4 years

Teacher self analysisTeacher self analysis has been defined in one article as ?the process of self examination for the purpose of instructional self-improvement?

How Teachers Can Increase Their Confidence in the ClassroomI have chosen this topic as it relates to my position as a manager at an English institute in South korea

Lesson PlanningLesson Plan can be designed for programs lasting a day, a week, or several hours

Teaching EFL in a KindergartenTeaching young children is one of the most wonderful experiences a teacher can ever have, because little kids learn naturally, they are highly motivated and open to more learning

I feel as though the most important thing I have learned from this course is making sure that most of your lesson is student centered

Child Development There are many facets to child development

Learning ModesMany linguists, educators and cognitive scientists argue that we all have an innate ability to understand and form language

I think students want to explore and discover through experience

Teaching EFL in a KindergartenIt is important to be aware of the development level of the children

I realized from this course it's not about the amount of knowledge and information you have in grammar, but it's how you effectively make your students apply it in their life, communicative way of teaching

I have tutored ESL students for several years

songs in the classroomSongs have supplied many teachers of English with help in their classrooms

English as a Global Language At present times, monolingual people are being perceived as global analphabets

Games in the classroomThere are many games used in the classroom, depending on the stage and the reason for choosing the game

Overall I am very satisfied with this TEFL course

I have gained insight into what teaching english and languages entails

This course has been an essential step in my process to become an ESL instructor

Even when I?m not native english speaker, this course has helped me to visualize from a different angle, how fantastic seem it to me, and what?s really mean to teach this language

Why Complete a TEFL To pack one?s bags and move to another country is not for the weak at heart

I have been fortunate in that I received a very good grounding in the grammar and usage of the english language as a primary and high school student

English as a Global LanguageA chief component of globalization has been the spread of English around the world

Although I have been teaching for about six years now, and I thought, I?m experienced but during this course I realize that I have a lot to study

I have found this course to be very beneficial in helping me understand the fundamentals of TEFL

The course has been very interesting for me

Difficulties in JapanThe japanese language system is one of the most removed systems from the English language

Cultural Sensitivity in the ClassroomCrossing cultures is a wonderful thing

I have definitely learned some great helpful hints for teaching ESL as well as some games and activities for class

Discipline in the classroomDiscipline is seen as one of the biggest contemporary problems affecting all schools nowadays and it is argued that merely having a classroom discipline policy in place is not enough if it is not enforced

Progressing through this course shows how much information is naturally absorbed just by being a native speaker

Actually, the course has been an amazing experience for me

This course has been a great help with refreshing my grammar

Difference between adult and young learnersYoung learners and adult learners are crucially different students in the way they receive, absorb and use language

Teaching BeginnersOh, how I wish I had taken this tesol course before I was asked to teach English in Haiti

Classroom managementClassroom management is the main topic of discussion for majority of teachers no matter what discipline they teach

Child DevelopmentEach ?domain? of development, referred to as social, cognitive, language, emotion and physical development is dependent on and influences the other

Foreign Language ExperienceHow does the previous study of a foreign language aide in learning or in teaching English? It is widely accepted that having previous foreign language experience can assist you in learning a third (or fourth) language

This course provided me with an amazing opportunity

This course has provided me with a great basis for teaching english as a foreign language on which I hope to build by following on with the teaching english to young learners and the Business english courses

Teaching one to oneThis report will discuss the various advantages and disadvantages of teaching one to one

Teaching Slang and IdiomsIdioms and slang exist in many different languages and it would be a disservice to the students not to teach them that the new language they are learning also has these

I have personally gained an understanding of the role of an ESL teacher and what it takes to be a good teacher to non-native english speakers

Well, I really enjoyed this course because I received much useful information about how teaching english should be

Learning modes young learners vs Adults In order to fully understand a foreign learner, one must understand their reason for seeking out the education they need for success

I have learned many technical things on this course that I had not previously learned (and some that I had forgotten) about grammar, sentence structure and vocabulary

Well, I can say a lot has changed ever since I started taking this course

What I have gained from this course is the importance of a positive outlook and preparation in the classroom

Motivation in the ClassroomMotivation is a key aspect of a dynamic learning environment

Songs in the classroomThere are many ways to use music in the EFL classroom

During this course, I have refreshed all the information about the english grammar, which I have studied since I was 7 years old, and a big part of it was forgotten, though used on a daily basis

Several years ago our family visited vietnam

Why complete a tefl course The question ?Why complete a tefl course? could have a simple answer

Pronunciation Problems in SpainTeaching English in spain, especially teaching low-level students, is a challenging experience

I have gained a greater understanding of the english language and an appreciation of how hard it might be to learn at any level

Being a native english speaker I thought that this course would be a breeze, but after doing some of the grammar and trying to find my creative side I realized that I wasn?t being very realistic in my thoughts

Group DynamicsThere are a number of different names given to the method of teaching groups in the classroom, but there are three general types: informal learning groups, formal learning groups, and study teams (adapted from Johnson, Johnson, and Smith, 1991)

English as a global languageA hundred years ago, a global language was unheard of

A Brief Comparison between First (Native) and Second (Non-Native) Language AcquisitionLanguage is considered one of the most utilized (and universal) defining features of human cultures worldwide

Child DevelopmentThroughout much of history child development was ignored

I would like to categorize what I have learned into three parts

This class was incredibly beneficial

Problems for learners in South KoreaThere are many areas of difficulty with learning a new language

As mentioned in one of my first assessments I always wanted to be an english teacher and one of the main reasons why I left my own country ten years ago was to prove my english and to gain a teaching qualification

The Importance of Empowering StudentsTeaching is a profession which requires much more than just academic knowledge and skills

Classroom ManagementThe teacher is able to ensure the class is well managed by using different body language techniques

I think the course was very well structured and covered all the necessary areas to enter a classroom with the confidence of teaching with a supported methodology

What I?ve personally gained from this course is a more in-depth knowledge of the english language and its various usages

Discipline_managementKeeping the focus and attention in an ESL classroom is one of the most challenging tasks of the teacher

I have personally gained a lot from this course

I have gained very useful knowledge as to how one should teach ESL, also the principles concepts and ideas one needs to bear in mind when teaching ESL and further some very useful tips on various pointers in an ESL Classroom for example classroom management, lesson planning, language activities

This class has helped me to approach the english language with a new perspective

Problems for Learners in KoreaKorean students learning English will encounter a number of issues when learning the language

What I have gained from this course is a sensitivity to the needs of students

Building confidence in studentsMy mother has gone to several English Institutes throughout her life, but she still feels unable to communicate in English

There a lot of very relevant lessons I have learned in this course

young learners vs Adults When teaching any subject, it?s important to understand that the age of the students in the classroom will make a significant difference in how they go about learning

At first I thought teaching would be an easy task but this course has definitely given me an insight on how wrong I was about that and how challenging and time consuming teaching is

Building Confidence in StudentsDuring my independent research I have identified a few areas that I believe can build confidence in students when teaching English as a foreign language

From this course I've mainly learned that I have made quite a bit of progress in being aware of my native language and how to communicate its patterns, nuances, and components, yet there is quite a lot still to learn about it

Personally I have taken out many things on various different levels

Upon the completion of this 120 hour TEFL course I feel prepared and fully qualified to teach english in a foreign country

Things I wish I'd known before starting this courseSaying that this course was eye-opening is somewhat of an understatement

Grammar: Understanding and explaining english sentence structure Lesson planning: Creating effective lesson plans ESL practices: Methodologies of ESL teaching Classroom Management: Establishing an optimum learning environment Language Elements: Teaching elements of language such as vocabulary, usage, pronunciation, and function Teaching receptive and productive skills Authentic and Created materials Evaluation Types of learners and environments The grammar sections provided a good reminder of the aspects that may be taught in the classroom

Ahhh where to begin? This course has opened my eyes to a lot

I feel I am better equipped to explain and teach grammar points regarding verb tenses, as a native english speaker it is something we take for granted and now I feel prepared with techniques and better understanding to teach these points

I?ve gained so much knowledge during this course

The most important aspects for me where: - Refreshing, completing and formalizing my knowledge of english grammar - Gaining an understanding of the different aspects of teaching a language to students, and the importance of balancing those different aspects - Learning formalized structures on how to develop a lesson plan - Obtaining a brief overview of games/activities/exercises that can be used to teach students in an interesting way while giving students plenty opportunity to converse Hence my aim will be to create lesson plans that balance grammar, vocabulary, and conversation, in a fun and exciting way

Games in the classroomOne of the most challenging aspects of teaching is getting the students attention and keeping them motivated

As a non-native english speaker, first TEFL course has helped me to improve my english skills

Increasing Teacher ConfidenceIn any setting speaking in front of an audience can be a very stressful and uncomfortable, however a teacher is forced to come face-to-face with this challenge everyday they stand in front of their class

Why complete a tefl course So why complete a tefl course? It is a fair question to ask yourself

It has been a while back since I have studied english myself, the course has helped me review on some basic components of the language and its construction

I have learned a good deal about using grammar in the classroom

Although english is my native language, I learned english is very complicated and that teaching needs to be preplanned, structured, and interesting

I have gained insight into what teaching english and languages entails

I have realized my own lack of english proficiency

Role of the teacher"The task of the excellent teacher is to stimulate 'apparently ordinary' people to unusual effort

British English vs

TEFL online vs onsiteIn this research article, we are going to look into the differences between online tefl course and onsite tefl course, by comparing different areas of pros and cons of online Vs onsite tefl course

This course has been of great value to me, teaching me step by step how to better prepare myself before stepping in a classroom

Challenges for English language learners in South KoreaThe Republic of korea has become one of the top destinations for native english speakers teaching abroad, as the demand for their services grows greater every year

First of all I would like to express my deep gratitude to ITTT team for proving me and all future teachers with such a useful and helping course

I am currently teaching elementary level ESL in South Korea but can fully admit that upon my arrival one year ago my biggest fear was having one of my students ask me a specific grammar question that was troubling them and I not being able to answer them right away or lacking the confidence to do so; regardless of whether or not english is in fact my native language

Motivating StudentsMotivation is the driving force by which humans achieve their goals

English as a Global LanguageThe globalization of the English language is an unprecedented phenomenon fueled by the recent boom in technological advances spanning the last couple decades

Even though I am a native speaker of english I have learnt a great deal about the english language, some things which I have previously learnt and forgotten and many things which I have never been taught

Since I have not taken a course in english grammar since about the eight grade, this class has been a great review of some things that had slipped my mind and I now feel much more confident in my abilities to explain difficult and in depth grammatical structures

I have gained confidence from this course

Cultural sensitivity in the classroom Classroom, especially in USA, represent a global village where students of all cultures, ethnicity, race, and religion come together to learn

Games in the Classroom As a recent college graduate, I have spent my fair share of time in the classroom

The Science of Seating ArrangementOne of the factors that determine the ability of successful student learning is the seating arrangement of a classroom

What I have personally gained from this course is the courage to teach english across the world

? I think I?ve gained a lot of great ideas and knowledge from this course

This course was very informative and helpful in various ways

It is amazing, as a native english speaker, what grammatical structure and techniques we take for granted or simply do not remember learning

English as a global languageEnglish has evolved to become a language commonly used by millions of people around the world, thus; giving it an international standing

I have gained how to deal with different groups of students with different approaches

I took this course not because I have plans to teach english but to equip myself with tools in case I am ever in the position to do so

Why complete a TEFL courseI have always wanted to live in other countries and experience the different cultures and people

Even though I am a native english speaker, I have learned english in a whole new way

This course is exactly what I have needed

Problems for learners in vietnam?Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel? Socrates

The grammar part of this course is such a good revision for me

Why complete a TEFL courseFor educators hoping to get into the field of English teaching of foreign students, the requirement of taking a tefl course should be mandatory

Motivating studentsIntroduction Motivation in the classroom is of utmost importance because it influences how effective students learn

Dictionary TrainingThe dictionary is a tool that is indispensable for everyone, but for people who are learning a new language is it especially useful because it can help them learn new vocabulary autonomously

Teaching slang and idiomsThose who are teaching in an ESL environment, often question if it is proper to teach slang terminology and idioms

From taking this course, I have found many interesting activities that can be used in the classroom to make lessons more interesting and that help students to practice their new found skills at the same time

It was very good for me to review all english grammar

This course has been absolutely terrific, challenging certainly, but terrific! I have not personally learnt a second language before, and have always felt that I was at a disadvantage in my literacy skills because of it

This course has taught me how to critically analyze a language that I use in my day to day living

Over the last few months I have had the interesting experience of enhancing my knowledge and abilities in two languages--english, and German

1st Language vs 2nd Language Acquisition The means of learning/acquiring language is a complex process that is still debated

I started this course with a strong understanding of english grammar, but I didn?t have any knowledge about how to teach it

In my opinion, from this course, I have learned various teaching methods and techniques such as ESA, boomerang and patchwork

British English versus American EnglishAmerican English is the form of English used in the united states

Songs in the classroomMusic can be an effective and enjoyable tool for learning English

I have learned a lot of material throughout this course in regards to what needs to be taught in an english lesson

Teaching EFL in a KindergartenWhen teaching English in a kindergarten a teacher needs to be very patient

I have been fortunate enough to be teaching in several monolingual classes during my completion of this course

I think the course was very well structured and covered all the necessary areas to enter a classroom with the confidence of teaching with a supported methodology

At first, I want to say something about my own experience with learning the english language

This course has provided eye-opening insight not only into the world of teaching english as a foreign language, but into the classroom dynamic in general

? When I made the decision to undertake this TEFL course, I wasn?t sure exactly what to expect

I have learned a lot from this course

In my opinion this course was very useful, because I have managed to get to know the english grammatical, phonology system and I have obtained knowledge of the skills and techniques required for an effective english teaching

Although I have been teaching english Conversation for four years, this course has helped create a new way of thinking in regards to my lesson planning and has also given me some great new ideas for class activities

Songs In The ClassroomMusic can be an incredibly powerful tool when used for teaching

Lesson planningMany teachers have different views as far as lesson planning is concerned

I am most grateful for the grammar lessons

I have learned so much and in a nutshell: I have learned that encouragement and getting to know a students interest will help make teaching fun and easy

This course has provided me with the core knowledge to teach english to foreign learners

Thanks to this course I have learned how important it is to pay close attention to every detail in the classroom

I think that this course has been very helpful as a refresher for english language specifics and the technical side of being an english teacher

I have found this course interesting and well balanced in its content

I have gained many different techniques in delivering the materials to my students

Pronunciation problems for learners in JapanOne of the few things to remember while going to Japan is that they only have a finite amount of pronunciations in japanese

This course has given me new insight into the realm of teaching

English as Global Language Being from the united states, I sometimes take for granted that my native tongue is English because growing up I failed to recognize how important this language is outside of my country

Motivating studentsIn any teaching environment, the teacher will, in his/her career, encounter students who don?t really care about learning the subject at hand

After having gone through all the previous units of this course, I gained a better appreciation of teaching english to non-native speakers

I have gained confidence in class room structure

English as a global languageEnglish has become the world international language

Well to begin, this course has fulfilled a deep need for me

Teaching ResourcesHaving no prior knowledge of the availability of published teaching resources I have chosen this topic as my research article

Teaching slang and idiomsMany instructors are not comfortable teaching slang and idioms

From this course I have gained knowledge of the different approaches to teaching languages

Course Materials for the TeacherCourse Materials for the teacher are a major resource for the new esl teacher

Summarize what I have personally gained from this course is hard

During this course, I gained a lot of valuable insight

Discipline in the classroomFor new teachers especially discipline in the classroom is one of the hardest things to grasp

I have gained a lot of knowledge of english grammatical terms and awareness that will surely help me as I pursue my english major

The most interesting part of the course where I learnt the most about the english language that I didn?t know about before was the phonemic alphabet and the lesson on articulation

Correction TechniquesWhen learning a new language, naturally you?re going to make mistakes

Problems for Learners in South KoreaLearning English as a foreign language can be a difficult task for students from any language background

British English vs American EnglishI read Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray when I was twelve because my older sister passed on to me everything she was reading

LEARNING MODES - young learners VS ADULTSRemarkable differences exist between the adult and young learner

Songs in the classroom Songs in the classroom sound like music in my ears

Games in the classroomGames in the classroom, when utilised properly, can be a fantastic tool for teachers

How can teachers improve their confidenceWhether the teacher is a beginner in the classroom or an experienced teacher, having confidence in the classroom can be a big challenge

Teaching EFL in a KindergartenAll ESL classrooms present challenges for the teacher, but the challenges of teaching four to six year olds are unique

I have realized how little I know of the english language

I don?t remember having to learn all those parts of speech at school

Child Development A child?s development refers to the biological and psychological and emotional changes that occur in human beings from birth to adulthood

Teacher Self AnalysisIf a teacher wants to improve herself in her career, she needs to be able to reflect on and analyze herself, her lessons, and her interactions with students

Personally before I took this course I had no idea how to teach a class

I have gained several things from this course

Why Complete a TEFL courseThere are many reasons for someone to complete a tefl course

PROBLEMS FOR LEARNERS IN THAILANDFor the thai population it is important to learn English, as it is ?the world language?

Class Management?What does it take to be a good teacher?? Being a good teacher does not always mean we have to be too dominating

Songs in the ClassroomWhen in the EFL classroom, it can be difficult for students to see past the native English teacher?s foreign background

Having never taken any education classes prior to this course, I have been able to learn quite a bit about the education process and the multitude of considerations that need to take place with teaching

The course is very informative and had refreshed me on the english subjects I learned from the school, years back

Teaching StylesLong board or short board

korean Pronunciation Problems Many years ago, I decided to leave Canada to teach English in korea

Surprisingly, I learned far more than I ever anticipated

Learning Teaching SkillsLearning and developing teaching skills is a lifelong study

LESSON PLANNINGIn order for teacher to be effective, he/she has to control the way time is used

Classroom management Classroom management is a term that describes how teachers manage distractions and disruptions in the classroom, whether by preventing them or dealing with them directly as they occur

LearningGrammar Learning grammar should focus on four components; listening, reading, writing, and speaking

Songs in the ClassroomTeachers in search of the ultimate ?hook? or engage activity for an ESA lesson plan need look no further than a simple song or tune they have known since childhood

Problems for ESL learners in JapanLearning a new language is always challenging, but the specific challenges individuals face are often the result of their native language and culture

I have learned how to teach english effectively to a different level of students and how to become a qualified english teacher

Songs in the ClassroomSongs are widely regarded as a useful and valuable tool in the classroom

Problems for learners in Learning a new language could be so much exciting yet challenging

Role of the teacherTeaching in my opinion is a very difficult profession but a very rewarding one

I have gained a better understanding of what it takes to not only teach but to be an effective and informed teacher as well

From this course, I have learned a lot about the important role of personal interactions with students, and how to manage and prepare for a class

1) Confidence

Being a native english speaker you sometimes lose sight of how many facets the english language actually has

I have learned many of the finer points of the english grammar as well as pronunciation and stress points

First of all, as a native english speaker, I have learned that I needed a big review for most of the english parts, such as tenses

? This course made to plan my lessons more precisely and carefully

How Teachers can increase their confidence in the classroomWhat is confidence? The feeling that you can trust, believe in and be sure about the abilities or good qualities of somebody or something

What I gained most from this course was a better understanding of english grammar rules

My sister and my son currently reside in Fribourg, Switzerland

I was introduced to this course via my father

In many ways this course has helped me in regards to teaching

When learning the english language, it?s one thing to be born into the language and another to take the time to learn how the english language is constructed

Englsih as a Global LanguageEnglish is known as a worldwide means of communication, though accents of it are different

Why Complete A TEFL CourseWhen I first started exploring the idea of teaching English, I was overwhelmed with all of the information online

students ProfileThere are two elements in a class: the teacher and the student

Online tefl courses vs Onsite TEFL coursesLife in Corporate America was so mundane

This course has definitely been beneficial in many ways

Pronunciation problems in SpainLearning a foreign language is an extremely complex process

Why complete a TEFL courseTEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language; the course is designed to give candidates the ability and knowledge to be able to teacher

English as a Global Language Upon my arrival in Asia to teach English, I was under the distinct impression that the students of korea were learning English in order to communicate with the Western, native-English, speaking world

Motivation in the classroomIn this independent study I will discuss the importance of class motivation, the psychology of motivation, and teaching strategies that can be used to promote both individual and class wide motivation

What have I gained from the course? Before I started my aim was to improve my chances of employment

I started this course with a good deal of trepidation and concern that I would not be able to complete it due to the material and the fear of what a Present Participles even was

Wow! And I thought I was quite on top of the english language, being a native english speaker

Peculiarities of the English LanguageA number of things have always perplexed me in the English language, even though I have heard it almost every day of my life

Being an english native speaker it is often very easy to take for granted the amount of knowledge in the language that use in everyday situations and even in academic settings

I'm surprised about how much there is to teaching english than I had originally expected

We have personally gained quite a bit of knowledge while taking this course

Problems for learners in spain I have chosen to write about the problems for Spanish learners

I have personally gained a lot from this course

Since I have not taken a course in english grammar since about the eight grade, this class has been a great review of some things that had slipped my mind and I now feel much more confident in my abilities to explain difficult and in depth grammatical structures

When I was living in thailand, I was asked to teach english to a young Thai boy

I have gained so much knowledge

It?s surprising the things you can forget growing up, and this course has definitely taken me back to my schooling roots

I have two years of teaching experience already, nonetheless the TEFL course was very helpful for me

The Role of the TeacherThe teacher in the class plays a very important role

British English vs American EnglishAs George Bernard Shaw said, ?england and America are two countries separated by a common language

Coming from a different field in my under graduate and graduate course studies I always found it difficult to get a good grasp on the grammar rules and proper application of the english language

learning grammarMichael, who is a six grader, has been studying English since he was six years old

Going into this course, I thought I would find it quite easy

The course has been a very interesting and refreshing journey into english language teaching

Even though I?ve taught english for 6 years, I have learnt plenty of new teaching skills and ideas adjust to the class

Pronunciation problems in South korea According to the CIA, the korean language is one of the hardest languages to learn for English speakers

Even though I am a native english speaker, I have learned english in a whole new way

New technology in the ClassroomOne of the most common forms of technology that has become widely available to people all over the world is the computer, coupled with easy and instantaneous Internet access

What I?ve personally gained from this course is a more in-depth knowledge of the english language and its various usages

As an english native speaker, I thought there would not be much to gain from doing this course and because I always did well in english during my schooling years, I thought this would be easy

Motivating students Every individual who wants to learn a new language needs motivation to study effectively

For me, the course has highlighted several areas where I need to do some revision and ?over learning

Multiple Intelligences In the ?heyday? of the psychometric and behaviorist era, experts believed that all human beings were born with one innate form of intelligence

I came to this course thinking I would just learn grammar

Problems for TEFL learners in FranceTeaching English in france can be a challenging experience

I feel I have benefited greatly from this course as I have learned new topics that are extremely interesting and important

Establishing Rapport Firstly, a teacher must desire to establish a rapport with students

During this course, I gained a lot of valuable insight

Why Complete a TEFL CourseWith the prevalence, some would say universality, of English in this age of blisteringly rapid globalization and economic strife, there is still yet a vast need for English education around the world

I?ve personally gained a new insight into the TEFL field

tesol Essay on Multiple IntelligencesAmerican literary icon Susan Sontag once said, ?Intelligence is really a kind of taste: a taste in ideas?, and just like with food, everyone has different tastes

I have gained so much from taking this course

Firstly, I believe that this TEFL course has given me a much more structured understanding of the english language, in particular the grammar

I have realized how little I know of the english language

Motivating StudentsMotivating students is a subject that can be used in all areas of teachings

I am a communicator? I have lead different teams of young people to other cultures, helping them to learn to relate to the nationals

The ITTT TEFL course has helped me overcome a lot of the anxiety I felt teaching

How Teachers Can increase their Confidence in the classroomEntering into a new classroom can be a very frightening thing for any teacher at any stage! But let it be known ? There is much available to us to be able to increase our confidence as a teacher

Cultural SensitivityIn the TEFL classroom, it is very important to recognise cultural differences in the teacher as well as the learner

I have learnt a lot from this course, details I may not have noticed and appreciated with working in a classroom environment, for example I have been in a classroom as a student many a time and have not realised until doing this course the importance of where the teacher stands, the seating arrangements, the body language, the structure of certain lessons, the thought that goes into the lesson and the voice of the teacher to the class, how to get the class enthusiastic, it is all the detail and the work that the teacher puts into the class and some of it `behind the scenes` that students often do not realise like using equipment, and the student will just walk away thinking that lesson went well

This course has certainly refined my knowledge of english grammar and teaching methods, especially activities

I'm not sure if it is because I have been out of school for so many years, but I must admit that this has been the most rewarding course that I have ever taken

Why complete a TEFL courseThere are many reasons one could choose to complete a tefl course

Classroom ManagementMy Philosophy of Discipline Discipline is important in the classroom

Cultural Sensitivity in the ClassroomCultural sensitivity in the classroom is extremely important for any native TEFL/tesol teacher

Problems for Learners in PakistanEnglish is the official language of Pakistan while Urdu is the national language

Teaching Slang and IdiomsThough colloquial English is often overlooked or only briefly discussed in many English classes, it is a very important aspect of the language that many students strongly desire to learn

Classroom managementIn researching this topic, I found out that situations within the classrooms do occur occasionally and lead us to seek advice from more experienced people in order to maintain cooperative learning environment

This course from ITTT has been incredibly valuable in promoting self-evaluation of my teaching performance

Before taking this course, I had a pretty decent grip on english grammar; however, having completed all of the units provided by ITTT, I now feel prepared to use that knowledge in the best way possible

I have tutored ESL students for several years

From this course I have gained knowledge of the different approaches to teaching languages

Multiple IntelligencesEvery teacher sooner or later must experience that not all students can understand the materials delivered easily with one particular method

Onsite tefl courses vs Online TEFL CoursesAlthough online and onsite tefl courses have the same goal, to help train individuals to be the most qualified English language teacher as possible, each type of course has various strengths and weaknesses

Firstly, I have learnt in this course much more than I actually expected to

Problems for learners in FranceFrance is known worldwide not just for its food and fashion, but also for its culture and history

New technology in the ClassroomUntil recently lessons had been given in schools for thousands of years using very similar materials

This course has taught me in great detail the structure and makeup of the english language

I have gained a lot of knowledge of english grammatical terms and awareness that will surely help me as I pursue my english major

This has been a great course for me and the format was perfect for my learning style

Doing this course, I have gained the knowledge in various areas which has also increased my confidence and self esteem

Classroom MagementSkilled classroom management is absolutely necessary in order to have a productive learning environment

Even though I am an experienced teacher, I have learned a great deal about the english language which had either been forgotten or never learned prior, yet

Problems for Learners in korea When teaching English it is useful be aware of the challenges one?s students faces when learning the various lessons

English as a Global LangaugeFor centuries, people have been creating common languages in order to aid economic and political activities, such as international trade

Pronunciation Problems in the Dominican RepublicThe Dominican Republic is an island nation in the Caribbean with an estimated population of nearly 9

From this course, I have gained an understanding of the variety of techniques and structures available to teaching english to speakers of other languages, and also of all the essential grammar features that may be taught, and various ways to teach them

As daunting as this course has been, I have appreciated the gut check

English as a global languageWe live in a global world where for the first time in history we are witnessing unprecedented interaction and communication between people from all over the world

I have learned that I should not take for granted those things that come to me easily as a native english speaker

I have been an EFL teacher for almost two years now and I think that taking this TEFL course has really helped me gain a lot of perspective

the key to learn EnglishPronunciation is one of the most delicate skills to teach and it is often not appreciated enough by teachers

Cultural Sensitivity I believe that the most important aspect of teaching is to know your students and learn about their culture

I can honestly say that I have learned so much from this course

Why Complete a TEFL CourseTeaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is an internationally popular English course taken by many English mother-tongue speakers seeking a career in teaching English

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I have gained a basic knowledge of how to teach the language that I have spoken for the last 29 years

Although studying english for a long time, I have learned a great deal about the english language which had either been forgotten or never learned prior, yet most of all I have learned various teaching skills which I believe can be applied to all areas of expertise in the future and not just restricted to teaching english

Actually, the course has been an amazing experience for me

Building Confidence in StudentsTeaching a new language to students can bring many challenges to both a teacher and their students

I have gained a great deal from this class

I feel more confident about how I would begin to teach a class

Phonetics and phonologyPhonology is the study of the sound systems of languages and phonetics is the study of speech

In this course I have learned to think about my own language in terms of grammar and sentence structure

The course has been planned perfectly and touches the important areas in teaching of the english Language

From this course, I have learned a lot about the important role of personal interactions with students, and how to manage and prepare for a class

British Englsih vs American EnglishTeachers must be aware of the differences in pronunciation and spelling between British English and American English

Though a definite challenge at times (especially grammar review) I am so thankful I took this course

This course offered a detailed overview of what teaching english really involves

If we ask the teachers what an ideal class is, I think all of them will say, a small size, students are in the same level and motivated to learn

We have learnt a lot of useful, effective and practical information from this course, more than what we had anticipated

MotivationMotivation in the classroom and motivating students are very important when teaching

Business EnglishI like to think of business English as a layer of language that fits between basic English on the bottom and specialized English on the top

phonetcs or phonologyPhonetics instruction is vital as it teaches students the skills they need in order to understand the alphabetic system of English

Although I have spoken and learned english all my life, this course has helped me a lot in identifying different things about the english language that may have been forgotten, or maybe I had never learned before, but it has been very enriching

This course taught me that trying to be a good teacher is an ever changing journey