Coolest Spanish Speaking Countries

  Spanish speaking countries offer some of the best destinations in the world for teaching English abroad. Spain itself has a large market for foreign teachers in towns and cities across the country, as do over a dozen other countries throughout Latin America.  [Read more]

There are many benefits to be enjoyed while working overseas as an English language teacher, including the unique opportunity to be surrounded by a new language on a daily basis. If your dream is to perfect your Spanish language skills by living and working in a Spanish speaking environment, then you have several great options to choose from. There are over twenty countries with a combined population of nearly half a billion people where Spanish is the main language. Many of these also have a large demand for English language teachers. If you are looking to immerse yourself in Spanish culture and language, where better to do it than in Spain itself. Famous for its stunning architecture, beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine, and laidback attitude, Spain has plenty to offer foreign...  [Read more]

Within the world of English language teaching there are many acronyms used to describe what type of teaching is involved in any particular scenario. EFL is one of the more common ones you will come across and it stands for English as a Foreign Language. You will find EFL is most commonly used when describing the teaching or learning of English in a non-English speaking country, such as Spain, Japan, or Mexico. It is very common for either of these acronyms to be used when talking about any situation where a student is learning English, however, there is a technical difference between the two. As previously mentioned, EFL is when the student is learning English in a non-English speaking environment, for example, a Japanese student learning English in Tokyo. In this scenario there is often...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Rhode Island? Are you interested in teaching English in Woonsocket, Rhode Island? Check out our opportunities in Woonsocket, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Another very interesting lesson. Reading and listening are critical aspects of language, and must be taught effectively. From studying Spanish and trying to use it in Spanish-speaking...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Illinois? Are you interested in teaching English in Cuba, Illinois? Check out our opportunities in Cuba, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! This was a very interesting unit in which I discovered the advantages and disadvantages regarding the use of course material including authentic and created material. As a language student myself in...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Additional TEFL Centers 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.L.P. - Canada said: I have gained knowledge on how to teach the english language to different kind of people, different ages, different countries, different skill levels. I have been able to review my own knowledge in grammar and get more information on how to teach the english language, like techniques, methods and classroom management. I am aware of the many different materials I will be able to use to enforce the teaching skills in a classroom. I have learned the importance of teaching students the...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Preparation TEFL English 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: M.K. - Spain said: Problems for learners in Spain "European spanish speakers, in particular, probably find english pronunciation harder than speakers of any other European language." (Coe, 1987) Being an english teacher to spanish students, and having travelled to many countries around Europe, I would have to agree with Coe´s statement. In my travels, there was a distinct difference between my comprehension of an italian, french or Croatian person speaking english, and listening to and understanding a...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about The TEFL International 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: R.R. - Spain said: Problems for learners of english in SpainIn Spain the problems that arise from teaching english can be divided into pronunciation difficulties, vocabulary, grammar, spelling and punctuation as well as the cultural and geographical differences. Pronunciation Difficulties. The main problems arise from the difference between the two languages phonetics. spanish has 5 vowels and 5 diphthongs, while english has 12 vowel sounds and 8 diphthongs. Just the other day I was in class observing and...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Onsite TEFL Certificate 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: M. C. - Spain said: Problems for learners in SpainSpanish is a romantic language, spoken by up to 400 million people, however there are some major differences between spanish and english The alphabet is primarily the same so there should very few writing problems, once the student has an understanding of the alphabet, they will realize that many of the letters sound similar in both languages, however there are a handful of...  [Read more]

Spain is one of the most popular TEFL destinations in Europe and it attracts thousands of teachers from all over the world every year. However, before you jump on the plane to sunny Spain, you might want to consider what Latin America has to offer. When armed with all the facts, many teachers decide that a country in this region is actually better suited to them. One of the many benefits of teaching English abroad is it provides a perfect opportunity to learn another language during your stay. Many people choose Spain as their teaching destination as they assume it is the best environment for learning the Spanish language. However, the reality is that the Spanish spoken in Spain uses an accent and slang that is very different to anywhere else, to the point that Spanish speakers from other...  [Read more]

We should start by acknowledging that there are some countries where a degree is required for certain teaching jobs. However, even within these countries there are often opportunities for teachers without a degree. In such situations you would need to be more flexible in terms of the type of job and conditions. As we will see later, undertaking volunteering or internship programs are examples of such flexibility. The main point here is that you can teach in many countries without a degree, provided you do have some other attributes or qualifications that employers are looking for. One of the most important qualifications worldwide for EFL teachers is the TEFL certificate. If you have a certificate of at least 120 hours then you should be able to find a number of jobs available to you. You...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Accreditation TESOL TEFL 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: P.B. - Pakistan said: english as a Global LanguageAs a result of the conquests of Alexander the Great, greek became the trade language throughout the civilized world. Even after the fall of the Greeks and the rise of the Roman Empire, greek was still the main spoken and written language of the educated masses. For instance, almost the entire New Testament was written in greek. greek was perhaps the first global language. Much like greek two thousand years ago, modern english is sometimes described as the...  [Read more]

When researching your options for teaching English abroad, you may come across articles stating that it is difficult or even impossible for Americans to find work in Europe. However, the good news is this is simply not true, as there are plenty of great opportunities for American teachers in many countries throughout Europe. Due to the huge numbers of people learning English in Europe, there simply aren't enough teachers from within the EU to fill all the available positions. To meet this demand, language schools across the continent look towards native English speaking Americans who possess a TEFL qualification. Every year thousands of US citizens find teaching jobs in major cities such as Rome, Madrid, Berlin, Moscow, and Prague. In Western Europe there is a strong preference for...  [Read more]

Yes. One of the many benefits of teaching English abroad is that it can provide a great environment for learning a foreign language. It is no secret that being fully immersed in a different culture, where you are constantly surrounded by a new language, is the most effective way to quickly develop your understanding. Throughout your time living and working as an English teacher abroad, you will inevitably have endless opportunities to practice your language skills. As well as using the language as you go about your daily life, there is also a good chance that you will have access to local language courses that are far cheaper than those available in your home country. Another possibility is the network of friends that you will likely make among the local citizens. Often people are more...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Cost Top TEFL 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: S.B. - U.S.A. said: Problems for learners in SPAINSpanish learners are sometimes a little reluctant to learning english or any other foreign language. They generally understand more than what they speak. This handicap can be due to shyness or being too worried about making mistakes and/or being made fun of. Some wish to express themselves in the same manner as they do in spanish and therefore it can sometimes sound unnatural. When they are young learners at school, the learning procedure is usually based on grammar...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Pennsylvania? Are you interested in teaching English in Hollis, Pennsylvania? Check out our opportunities in Hollis, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! In unit 12 teaching productive skills we learned about speaking a writing and how to teach it. Within the category of productive skills there are both fluency and accuracy activities. Prior...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Colorado? Are you interested in teaching English in Romeo, Colorado? Check out our opportunities in Romeo, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! I actually Liked this unit because Unlike Spanish, The English language uses way much more Reported Speech and the Passive voice than Spanish, we use them but because of oblivion we are not aware we...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Iowa? Are you interested in teaching English in Lambs Grove, Iowa? Check out our opportunities in Lambs Grove, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! How do you teach pronunciation? It is a difficult thing to answer. I think the best thing to do is modeling how, we, in the best of our knowledge can work as a “model” to our students. I have...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about TEFL Providers 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: M.W. - South Korea said: english as a Global LanguageFor years the english language has grown to dominate linguistics around the world. It surpassed french as being the leading business language. It is the most frequently used language for international travel. But for how long will english be on top? chinese is certainly well on its way as far as international business is concerned, and spanish is quickly becoming second hand knowledge in the united states. I’ve drawn on a few articles to illustrate the...  [Read more]

As Spain is a member of the EU, language schools generally prefer to hire teachers from fellow EU countries as they do not need to go through the hassle of applying for a work visa. However, this doesn't stop thousands of non-EU citizens from coming to Spain each year to work as English language teachers. Many of these simply enter on a tourist visa and technically work illegally. While this is common practice and rarely has any negative consequences, there is an alternative for those who want to live and work in Spain. By enrolling on a study course (typically a Spanish language course), teachers can apply for a student visa that also allows them to legally work a certain number of hours per week. To start the process you should visit your nearest Spanish Consulate at least three...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Delaware? Are you interested in teaching English in Analine Village, Delaware? Check out our opportunities in Analine Village, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! I learned a lot from this unit. While I am familiar and comfortable with the idea of verbs, nouns, adverbs, adjectives, articles, conjunctions, and prepositions, this unit broke...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about International TEFL Courses 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: K.W. - U.S.A. said: Foreign Language ExperienceForeign language experience is the heartbeat behind intimately knowing another culture. We can use textbooks, technology and other advanced tools to study another culture. However, all of this never makes sense or come together until we learn about the backbone, the bones, the architectural intricacies of any culture. Enter language. Technically, I know three languages: english, spanish and German. However, I am only fluent in english. The other two are...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Recommended TEFL Classes 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.V. - U.S.A. said: Foreign Language ExperienceI chose this topic not only because I will be teaching english as a foreign language, but also because I enjoy learning foreign languages. I have studied spanish for one year in the classroom, and two years abroad in Mexico. Obviously the experience between the two is very different, and they both have their benefits. Because I studied spanish in a classroom setting I understand the workings of learning a foreign language through schooling. As I went...  [Read more]

Anyone who is involved in English language teaching (ELT) is well aware of the industry’s love of acronyms. If you have researched training courses you will undoubtedly have come across several such as TEFL, TESOL, ESOL, EFL, ESL, ELT, and many more. Here we will look at EFL and the first thing to clear up is that EFL stands for English as a Foreign Language. It is often used interchangeably with some of the other acronyms mentioned when referring to the teaching or studying of the English language by non-native English speakers. Although these two acronyms are regularly used interchangeably within the teaching world, there are technical differences between the two. English as a Foreign Language (EFL) refers to situations where a student is learning English in a country (normally their...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Idaho? Are you interested in teaching English in Spirit Lake, Idaho? Check out our opportunities in Spirit Lake, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! In this unit I refreshed my previous knowledge of phonetics that I learned 3 years ago in university. I was never good at it, since I learned English parallel to Spanish. It is very difficult for...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in New York? Are you interested in teaching English in Stockbridge, New York? Check out our opportunities in Stockbridge, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Understanding text or spoken word goes far beyond what we hear or see. I, for example, can understand far more Spanish that I hear or read than I can communicate. For me the issue in...  [Read more]

Check out tefl tesol about Program Registered TEFL 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: M.R. - U.S.A. said: Problems for Learners in SpainSpanish and english stem from the same root language, Latin. For this reason, many words have similar spelling and meaning and many phrases and sentences can be translated directly. Unfortunately, the similarities that are often helpful to students, can cause problems for them in other ways. Students who are native spanish speakers often struggle with word order, verb usage, negative statements, questions, prepositions and many others. There are also many...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in North Dakota? Are you interested in teaching English in Burlington, North Dakota? Check out our opportunities in Burlington, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! As a native English speaker this was probably the most awkward unit for me to conceptualize. I remember vaguely learning the phonetic alphabet, or perhaps a version of it, in school...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Michigan? Are you interested in teaching English in Holt, Michigan? Check out our opportunities in Holt, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! Unit 11 presented material that was new to me. I had not studied the topics of receptive and productive skills separately. However, after reading the chapter and watching the accompanying video, I can...  [Read more]

Do you want to be TEFL or TESOL-certified in Idaho? Are you interested in teaching English in Grace, Idaho? Check out our opportunities in Grace, Become certified to Teach English as a Foreign Language and start teaching English in your community or abroad! Teflonline.net offers a wide variety of Online TESOL Courses and a great number of opportunities for English Teachers and for Teachers of English as a Second Language. Here Below you can check out the feedback (for one of our units) of one of the 16.000 students that last year took an online course with ITTT! In this unit I learned what to focus on when teaching Writing and Speaking receptive skills. In my case I really focus on speaking more than writing, since I have noticed that my students struggle more with...  [Read more]