Tefl Course Outline

Creating a well-structured and comprehensive TEFL teaching syllabus is essential for ensuring that your students receive a well-rounded language learning experience. A good syllabus not only outlines the topics and skills that will be covered in the course but also provides a roadmap for both teachers and students to follow throughout the learning process. When designing a TEFL teaching syllabus, there are several key components that you should include to ensure that your students are able to achieve their language learning goals effectively. 1. **Language Skills**: Start by outlining the four main language skills that should be covered in the course: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Each of these skills plays a crucial role in language acquisition, so it's important to dedicate...  [Read more]

  Lesson preparation and grammar points are just a couple of the topics covered in the modules or units that make up most TEFL courses. The amount of course modules and the general outline of a course varies from provider to provider. Let’s take a look at ITTT’s 120-hour TEFL course content.  [Read more]

  In this TESOL review video, ITTT course graduate Gina from South Africa shares her thoughts on taking online TEFL courses with ITTT. She really enjoyed the flexibility of the course and loved that she could study at her own pace outside of her full-time working hours. She also liked the fact that ITTT has excellent reviews and is very transparent in their outline.  [Read more]

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

  "In this video, our OTP trainee Richard warms up with his students by speaking about playing the lottery in the United States. It's important to get your students thinking and talking in English before starting with the actual lesson of the class. ITTT's Observed Teaching Practice courses (OTP) are ideal for teachers wanting to improve their teaching skills remotely from anywhere in the world." 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 one is a...  [Read more]

  The idiom "long arm of the law" refers to the police or authorities, for example: The long arm of the law finally caught up with the robber and the police arrested him today. 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. Using the coursebook as an outline for teaching methodology may allow teachers to cater the material toward to interests and skill level of students. Providing relevant and practical lessons may allow students to feel more empowered and...  [Read more]

  The difference between the active and passive voice is one of the more advanced topics of English grammar. Therefore, it is important for every English teacher to understand this concept. 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 all tenses in past. It gives clear instructions about when to use which past and how, so as past simple, past continuous, past perfect and past perfect continuous. I find very useful common mistakes of...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL training video we look at the usages for the present continuous tense. Teaching points such as this one will come up often in a TEFL teacher's career so they must be knowledgeable about rules for English grammar. Our courses cover this grammar point and many more in our online and in-class TEFL training programs. 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 presented theories on learning and development and touched on classroom...  [Read more]

  Two former trainees talk about their experiences during their TEFL course in Corinth Greece in this TEFL review video. If you are a person of a mature age or a senior citizen, do not be put you off from doing one of our courses. ITTT welcomes all applications regardless of age, gender or nationality. You just need to be committed to applying yourself to our demanding course. We at ITTT are committed to doing everything we can in assisting trainees to successfully complete the course and to promptly acquire a teaching job 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,...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL training video we look at one of three teaching ideas for the present continuous tense. English grammar lessons like this are taught on a regular basis and ITTT's TEFL training courses can show you how to use these activities to your advantage in the classroom. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. This unit was helpful in providing different types of class discipline issues and effective ways of dealing with them. I will make sure I...  [Read more]

  In this video, we break down the difference between the usage of "for" and "since". Both of these words are used when talking about time, which is why they often cause confusion for many English learners. However, the difference in the usage of the two words is actually qutie easy. The word "since" is used when referring to a point or exact moment in time, such as in this example: I have been living in this house since 2005. The year 2005 is a point or exact moment in time and therefore, we need to use 'since'. "For", on the other hand, is used for a period or duration of time, such as in this example: I have been living in this house for 12 years; 12 years is a duration of time, and therefore we need to use 'for'. As you can see, all you need to do is figure out whether you are...  [Read more]

1. Insight into TEFL Programs Available in Brazil 2. Accreditation and Certification Process 3. Post-TEFL Course Career Pathways 4. Strategies for Selecting the Ideal TEFL Program in Brazil In Brazil, TEFL courses aim to furnish individuals with the essential expertise needed to teach English as a second language. These courses encompass a broad spectrum of subjects, including designing lessons, managing classrooms, honing language skills, and evaluation methods. The options vary from intensive face-to-face classes to self-paced online programs. When opting for a TEFL course in Brazil, it is crucial to verify if the program holds accreditation and is endorsed by esteemed organizations. Accreditation serves as a guarantee that the course complies with specific standards of quality 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. This unit offers a clear review of past tenses. As for the present tenses, the way past tenses are explained is very schematic and helped me better understand how they are formed, all the grammar rules involved and when to use them. It made clear all the differences between the tenses, both present and past. Typical students error/mistakes and teaching ideas are of a great help.This unit outlines...  [Read more]

  "In this video, our OTP trainee Richard elicits the topic of his class by asking his students what they would buy if they won the lottery. He then puts the information up on the board and does a quick gap-fill exercise to further elicit the second conditional. ITTT's Observed Teaching Practice courses (OTP) are ideal for teachers wanting to improve their teaching skills remotely from anywhere in the world." 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]

1. Overview of TEFL Courses 2. Tailored TEFL Programs for Teaching English in the Energy Sector 3. Advantages of Enrolling in TEFL Courses for Teaching English in the Energy Industry 4. Selecting the Ideal TEFL Course for Teaching English in the Energy Sector TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) courses are vital for individuals aspiring to teach English to non-native speakers. These courses encompass various aspects such as lesson planning, classroom management, language skills development, and evaluation methods. ITTT (International TEFL and TESOL Training) is a leading provider of TEFL courses for those looking to embark on a career in teaching English as a foreign language. Specialized TEFL courses focusing on teaching English in the energy industry are crafted to equip...  [Read more]

  The first group of students we are looking at in this series are the beginners. It is important to understand that beginners can be of any age. This is why we break this category down into the following sub-categories: absolute beginners, false beginners, adult beginners, young beginners and beginners without the Roman alphabet. Find out more about this type of student group 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. This lesson talked...  [Read more]

  This video is part of our series on the past tenses in English. In this video, we take a look at the past perfect tense. This tense is used to talk about a past action and a related past action before that. We relate two past actions to each other. 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 unit contains the basic aspects of what it takes to be a good teacher, the various levels of proficiency and what you will find in a good learner. It also...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word caparison. This word refers to decking something out in rich decorative coverings, usually used for horses. This word found its way into the English language through the French word caparasson who took it from the Spanish caparazón meaining ?saddlecloth'. 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 outlined how the class atmosphere and physical surroundings can drastically affect the...  [Read more]

  In this episode, we cover the pronunciation of the word inflammable. This word is used as an adjective and refers to something that is easily set on fire. The word originates from Latin inflammare. 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 7 was helpful because it outlined a good way to get students involved in the classroom through group participation. This unit also utilized the ESA teaching model and put into perspective the level of...  [Read more]

  This video is a sample EFL lesson in a real-life classroom setting abroad. After the class activity 'Find Someone Who', the students sit back down and feed their findings back to the teacher. In this phase the teacher can then correct any error or mistakes the students have made during the activity, particularly in terms of grammar. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one section of their online TEFL certification course. Each of our online courses is broken down into concise units that focus on specific areas of English language teaching. This convenient, highly structured design means that you can quickly get to grips with each section before moving onto the next. In this unit we learned some more advanced concepts that may be taught to...  [Read more]

1. Understanding CELTA Courses 2. Advantages of Opting for Online CELTA Training 3. Factors to Consider When Selecting an Online CELTA Course in Vietnam 4. Wrapping Up Your Online CELTA Journey The CELTA certification is a globally acknowledged credential designed for individuals aspiring to teach English to non-native speakers. Administered by Cambridge English Language Assessment, a part of the University of Cambridge, this program equips candidates with practical teaching skills and real classroom experience essential for a TEFL career. In Vietnam, prospective educators can opt for either in-person or online CELTA courses. Online CELTA programs offer unparalleled flexibility and convenience, catering to individuals unable to attend physical classes. Learners can complete the course from...  [Read more]

  In this TEFL video journal entry, Chantelle talks about unit 11 of her online course. Unit 11 deals with the two receptive skills reading and listening. The unit discusses the different reasons we have for reading or listening and outlines the different ways we do this such as skimming, scanning etc. The unit also outlines ways to overcome problems students may have with reading and listening and provides a sample receptive skills lesson plan. 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...  [Read more]

  The next item we're going to consider is the use of dictionaries and here perhaps the first thing we should do is to make a distinction between the two main types of dictionary and that distinction is between the monolingual and the bilingual dictionary. In a monolingual dictionary you have a word and its associated meaning and those two are both described for example in English so the word and the description of that word are both given in English. Whereas in a bilingual dictionary that word meaning could often be for example the word given in English and the explanation given in Thai and vice versa. So what can we use a dictionary for? Well, within the dictionary itself obviously we can get things like how words are spelled or the spelling of the word. We can also get the...  [Read more]

When creating your TEFL teaching portfolio, it is essential to include a variety of materials that showcase your skills, qualifications, and experience as an English language teacher. A well-organized portfolio can help you stand out to potential employers and demonstrate your abilities as an educator. Here are some key elements to consider including in your TEFL teaching portfolio: 1. **Introduction**: Start your portfolio with a brief introduction that highlights your background, teaching philosophy, and objectives as a TEFL teacher. 2. **Resume/CV**: Include a detailed resume or curriculum vitae that outlines your education, teaching certifications, relevant work experience, and any specialized training you have completed. 3. **Teaching Certificates**: Include copies of any TEFL or...  [Read more]

When choosing a TEFL course provider, it is crucial to consider their accreditation and certification. Look for providers that are accredited by recognized bodies such as ACCET, CEA, or Trinity College London. Accreditation ensures that the course meets high standards of quality and is recognized internationally. Additionally, check if the course leads to a widely accepted certification such as a CELTA or a TESOL certificate, as this can greatly impact your job prospects in the future. Another important factor to consider is the course structure and content. A good TEFL course should cover essential topics such as lesson planning, classroom management, and language skills development. It should also include practical teaching opportunities with real students, as this hands-on experience is...  [Read more]

1. Unveiling the Essence of TEFL Courses 2. Key Considerations for Selecting a TEFL Course 3. Leading Names in the TEFL Course Industry 4. Strategies for Enhancing Your TEFL Course Journey TEFL courses serve as a comprehensive platform to equip individuals with the requisite skills for teaching English as a foreign language. These courses encompass diverse subjects such as lesson structuring, classroom administration, language evaluation, and teaching methodologies. Whether you are a seasoned educator venturing into TEFL or a fresh graduate exploring teaching prospects overseas, a TEFL course from ITTT can furnish you with the necessary resources to excel in the educational arena. When opting for a TEFL course, several pivotal factors warrant consideration to ensure an informed decision....  [Read more]

1. Insight into Online TEFL Certification 2. Advantages of Earning an Online TEFL Certification 3. Picking the Perfect Online TEFL Program 4. Exploring Career Paths with Online TEFL Certification Embark on a journey to acquire an online TEFL certification, a pathway that offers flexibility and convenience to individuals, including those in the Philippines, seeking to teach English as a foreign language. Dive into essential topics like lesson structuring, classroom organization, language proficiency enhancement, and more through interactive modules, video guides, and virtual teaching simulations provided in online TEFL programs. Discover the myriad benefits associated with securing an online TEFL certification, including the freedom to learn at your own pace, catering to individuals with...  [Read more]

1. Insight into Weekend TEFL Programs Available in Italy 2. Advantages of Enrolling in a Weekend TEFL Course 3. Key Considerations for Selecting a Weekend TEFL Program in Italy 4. In Summary: Weekend TEFL Courses in Italy Weekend TEFL courses in Italy cater to individuals seeking a TEFL (Teach English as a Foreign Language) certification but facing time constraints during weekdays. Typically spanning from Friday evening to Sunday evening, these courses offer a compressed schedule for completing essential training. Covering fundamental areas like lesson structuring, classroom control, and language instruction techniques, weekend TEFL courses equip participants with the requisite skills for effective English teaching. Opting for a weekend TEFL course in Italy presents multiple advantages for...  [Read more]

1. Insight into TEFL Programs 2. Advantages of Opting for Virtual TEFL Courses 3. Picking the Suitable Online TEFL Program 4. Career Paths Post Finishing an Internet-based TEFL Course TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) programs are tailored to provide individuals with the essential skills and knowledge required to teach English to non-native speakers. These programs encompass various aspects of language instruction, such as creating lesson plans, managing classrooms, and evaluating language proficiency. The demand for certified English educators is increasing in India, making TEFL courses a favored option for those interested in pursuing a teaching career. Virtual TEFL courses offer flexibility and convenience to individuals who may have constraints in attending traditional...  [Read more]

  This presentation is going to focus on the use of course books, materials and teaching aids. There are many materials that we can bring to our classroom that will help with the teaching of our lessons and these include, though they're not limited to, things such as the wipe board, similar to the one that we're using here, various types of visual aids, created or bought worksheets, the use of cassettes CDs and DVDs and the use of video and in these classroom materials, we can also include things such as dictionaries and course books, various types of resource books that we'll have a look at and other materials such as photo copiers, computers, OHPs. So what we'd like to do is just to take a general look at some of the issues relating to each of these types of materials. Below you...  [Read more]