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Discreet vs Discrete - English Grammar - Teaching Tips

 

This video covers the difference between 'discreet' and 'discrete'. Their similar spelling and pronunciation makes them a word pair that is often confused. The word 'discreet' describes something that is unnoticeable and/or modest, whereas 'discrete' refers to something that is separate and distinct. Watch the video for detailed examples on the two words.


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 chapter was a good affirmation that course books are more of a guideline book (provides good ideas) than an actual rule book (they are not 100 percent mandatory to use). This fact not only gives the teacher the benefit of the doubt if they aren't constantly using the course book but also allows them to let their creative juices flow more.There are many helpful aids and equipment a teacher can use in their classroom. The board, of course, is a must. Nowadays, electronics are very popular. Electronic boards, computers, video recorders, etc. Having these are helpful, but not always available. Worksheets, props, cds are all things that will still work when teaching in a classroom.

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