Immersion schools students L2 When the morning school bell rang, students in the halls of the International School of Indiana’s lower school building hurried into their respective classrooms.
The elementary classrooms bustled with the sound of students chatting with one another as they get settled in for the day.
Unlike other classrooms across the state, these kids aren’t speaking English.
In one kindergarten class of about 12 students, Claudia Rodriguez leads the kids in counting. Rodriguez is from Monterrey, Mexico, and has worked as the ISI kindergarten Spanish teacher since 2015.
Another class of kindergarteners listened intently to their teacher, Wenjie Lyu — who is originally from Liaoning Province in China — as she speaks to them in Mandarin. And her students responded in the same language.
This atmosphere is a daily occurrence at ISI.
Language immersion schools positively affect intellectual growth and lifelong communication skills — particularly if a child is enrolled from a young age, according to research conducted at institutions such as the University of Minnesota and the University of Maryland. These schools also provide children with the asset of fluency in multiple languages once they enter the job market.
After reading “6 Strategies for Teaching English “, you can check important issues for ESL teachers on the section PDFs. And visit my channel by YouTube.
The present study was aimed at exploring English teacher trainers’ and pre-service and in-service English teachers’ attitudes toward English as a lingua franca in the Iranian education system. To amass the data, 68 pre-service and 118 in-service English teachers and 21 teacher trainers filled out an adapted ELF questionnaire and sat semi-structured interviews. The results of the study revealed that the participants expressed diverse attitudes to different aspects of ELF.
However, generally, they showed further inclination toward native speakerism although some traces of flexibility were observed in their attitudes toward the mainstream English language teaching (ELT). Further, the results of one-way ANOVA showed that overall there was no significant difference between the three groups’ attitudes toward ELF. Moreover, the results of Kruskal–Wallis Test also demonstrated no significant difference between the three groups’ attitudes to each aspect of ELF. The findings of the study imply that the practitioners’ fixed mindsets cannot change unless a significant change occurs in the education system of the country in general and teacher training programs in particular.
After reading “ELF in the Iranian education system”, you can check important issues for ESL teachers on the section PDFs. And visit my channel by YouTube.
The best English-language remakes – As Downhill – the underwhelming US remake of Ruben Östlund’s Force Majeure – hits the cinemas, we present the finest reimagining of foreign-language films.
Clint Eastwood has never been hip, exactly, but there was a time when he exuded a sort of counter-culture credibility – and it’s largely down to this brilliant film from Sergio Leone, which introduced the idea of the “spaghetti western” to the world. As has been exhaustively documented, Dollars is in fact a key piece in a jigsaw of east-west cultural exchange: Leone had seen and was inspired by Akira Kurosawa’s 1961 swordsman picture Yojimbo, which itself had taken key ideas from Dashiell Hammett (notably The Glass Key and Red Harvest). Leone never acknowledged the films’ similarities, and later settled out of court with Kurosawa. But Fistful’s legacy lives on: not only in its sequels, For a Few Dollars More and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly, but also in spaghetti’s enduring influence via obsessives of the Tarantino persuasion.
After reading “The best English-language remakes”, you can check important issues for ESL teachers on the section PDFs. And visit my channel by YouTube.
What is meant by research, and how do we identify Second Language Research Methodology good research questions?
These are questions that are not always easy to answer, but we anticipate that by the end of this book you will be in a better position to think about them. This book is intended to be practical in nature, aimed at those who are involved in second language studies and second/foreign language teaching. We recognize that many people are often put off by the word research, including teachers who have been teaching for quite some time but are not involved in research, and those who are just beginning in the field. We hope to demystify the process.
The American Heritage College Dictionary defined research as “scholarly or scientific investigation or inquiry” or as a verb “to study (something) thoroughly” (2000). Thus, in its most basic and simplest form, research is a way of finding out answers to questions.
A Good Book
We begin by reminding the reader that we are all involved in research every day. For example, consider what is probably part of many of our lives—being stuck in a traffic jam. As we find ourselves not moving on a freeway, we ask why this has happened and come up with a hypothesis (e.g., because there is an accident ahead, or because it is 5:00 P.M. on a Friday afternoon).
We then seek verification of our hypothesis by waiting patiently (or impatiently) until the traffic starts moving again. If we see an accident or the flashing lights of an emergency vehicle, we can confirm or at least strengthen our hypothesis. In the absence of an accident, we might conclude that it must be typical rush hour traffic. In other words, every day we ask questions, come up with hypotheses, and seek confirmation of those hypotheses.
After reading “Second Language Research Methodology”, you can check important issues for ESL teachers on the section PDFs. You can also visit my channel on YouTube.
PDF #173- ESL Teaching books – Techniques and Principles in Language Teaching helps you to learn about The Political Dimensions of Language Teaching. In many different language teaching methods, to uncover the thoughts that guide your own actions as a teacher, and introduces you to a variety of techniques.
The third edition includes chapters on: The Grammar-Translation Method, The Direct Method, The Audio-Lingual Method, The Silent Way, Desuggestopedia, Community Language Learning, Total Physical Response, Communicative Language Teaching, Content-based Instruction, Task-based Language Teaching, The Political Dimensions of Language Teaching and the Participatory Approach Learning Strategy Training, Cooperative Learning, and Multiple Intelligences Emerging Uses of Technology in Language Teaching and Learning View Diane Larsen-Freeman explaining the need to consider a range of methods in language teaching, and how methods continue to evolve.
The Political Dimensions of Language Teaching and the Participatory Approach
This chapter of the book they take a look at the politics of language use and language teaching. We also discuss one language teaching method, the Participatory Approach, which pays particular attention to the political dimensions of education.
The Politics of Language
Learning a language is a political act. Those that know a language are empowered in a way that those who do not know the language are not. These days, because of its status as an international language, it is English that is seen to be the language of power.1 Many people around the world want to learn English because they believe that it will help them to get a good education or job. They feel that knowing English gives them a greater chance for economic advancement. ‘On the one hand,’ Graddol (2006: 22) notes, ‘the availability of English as a global language is accelerating globalization.
On the other, the globalization is accelerating the use of English.’ This view sees English as a tool that benefits the individual who learns it. Other people, however, express concern about what is lost when an individual learns English or ‘adds’ an English-speaking identity. They worry that learning English might mean losing some ability in another language—even an individual’s native language—or that a new identity as an English speaker might cause another identity to fade or to die. They are also concerned about the educational inequality that results. After all, not everyone has the opportunity to study English. More generally, some worry about English dominance leading to the loss of endangered languages, such as those spoken by indigenous people and immigrants living in countries where English use predominates, especially when ‘English only’ policies are adopted.
After reading “The Political Dimensions of Language Teaching”, you can check important issues for ESL teachers on the section PDFs. You can also visit my channel on YouTube.
Pronunciation on ESL Textbooks – Many instructors are reluctant to teach pronunciation in adult ESL classrooms, often because of lack of formal training. However, significant numbers of ESL students want pronunciation instruction. Although stand-alone pronunciation courses for second-language (L2) learners exist, many students cannot gain access to them.
One approach to meeting the needs of both instructors and students is for general-skills L2 textbooks to include pronunciation activities. We examined 12 ESL general-skills textbook series (48 texts in total) and six accompanying teachers’ manuals to determine to what extent these popular books include pronunciation activities and how consistent the texts are across individual series.
We also recorded which aspects of L2 pronunciation are the focus of the lessons. Task types were examined in a subset of five series. We found striking variability in the concentration of pronunciation activities both across and within series. Similarly, whereas some textbooks used several task types, others relied heavily on a limited range.
Furthermore, some texts offered little in terms of explicit explanations. In some instances teachers’ manuals provided instructors with guidance; others included little more than repeated admonitions to remind the students to monitor their L2 pronunciation. The implications for teachers of general ESL courses are discussed.
After reading “Pronunciation on ESL Textbooks “, you can check important issues for ESL teachers on the section PDFs. And visit my channel by YouTube.
ESL Teaching Online – Moving online helps you take control of your teaching, income, and where you live and work. It’s a lot of fun, and as you probably know, many teachers have decided to teach English online.
ESL Teaching Online in the old days
In the last decade or so, the ESL teaching industry has been changing. A teacher no longer has to travel across borders to teach foreign students. Better yet, a teacher doesn’t even have to struggle to find a classroom or workspace to meet in person. Instead, it can teach ESL online from home! And it doesn’t even have to get out of your pjs! Strike that. On second thought, a teacher should always throw on something a bit more professional because it still wants to look the part. After all, teaching English online is a paid job and it’s one you should take seriously.
Ups and Downs
Teaching English in person and teaching ESL online from home are super different. Forget using outdated textbooks and photocopying boring worksheets! Teaching English online kicks because you can access so many cool resources including YouTube videos, blogs, and online ESL language apps and games! However, you may hit a few snags regarding how to teach English online.
First of all, when you teach a student in person, you can rely on verbal and nonverbal cues (like body language) that happen in real time to let you know if you’re on the right track. With online teaching, this is also doable but more challenging.
Another roadblock is tech issues. Here’s how to teach English online badly. Use a really bad connection so that in the middle of your lesson, your screen freezes and you sound as though you have a really bad stutter. Don’t get me started on bad audio. Teaching and learning English is primarily about listening and speaking so if you and your student can’t hear each other well, it can quickly turn into a train wreck. You need to know your software inside out and to be able to do basic troubleshooting. Also, one skill you must have in any online environment is patience.
You can even teach when you are in the Namibian desert
Another thing that makes teaching English online different is the fact that you and your students will most likely be operating in two different time zones. This is awesome if you’re a night owl or work shifts. It goes without saying that you have to be able to manage your time and schedule very well to avoid missing classes and those essential.
What to do about ESL Teaching Online?
As you probably taught in classrooms before, this transition can be a bit too much. But remember, you are adapting to new technologies and it is not the strongest that survive but the ones who are willing to adapt.
The main thing you should have in mind is that you are now a brand. And, as a brand you gonna need to settle, to have a homebased, and that is your website. To create a website you will need to learn how to buy a domain name, I suggest HostGator, and you will need to learn about WordPress.
Once you are settled and can show the world who you are, it is time to work on your social media. Be smart about how you present this. Focus on offering valuable lessons, and by putting yourself out there, in order to attract learners.
How about teaching on the top of Table Mountain
It is good to point out that in general, teaching English online pays between USD10 – USD25 / hour. It could be a nice addition to your current income. This is especially true if you’re basing yourself in a country with a low cost of living.
In some cases, you must commit to a certain amount of hours each week, while in others, you set the teaching schedule.
For whom is ESL Teaching Online Good?
Not only is teaching English online a great job for digital nomads and remote workers, but it’s also an excellent gig for stay at home parents and retired people who want to keep busynow that their careers are finished.
Time is the most important thing in life. In North America, people are taught tou work hard until they are around 60, 65 or 70 years old and then reap the rewards of retirement afterwards.
Doesn’t that seem strange to start living your life during an age when one’s body and mind are no longer at the optimal state? It simply might not be possible to do that epic trek you’ve been dreaming about, or that scuba diving certification you’ve wanted to complete.
For most teachers, this job is coupled with another form of income (such as travel blogging), or at least supplemented with free accommodation through house sitting or some other sort of exchange.
First things first. If you haven’t already, you better get TEFL certified stat! Now, you may be thinking, I don’t need any qualifications to teach English because I help my baby sister with her English homework all the time! Wrong! Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) is a totally different ballgame! Remember this: teaching English to native speakers is not the same as teaching English to non-native speakers. If you want to learn how to teach English online and get money, a good TEFL course will give you a solid grounding in TEFL-specific teaching methodology and other essential skills.
Teaching English online from home is one option…
When most people think about teach English online jobs, they automatically picture someone in their bedroom chatting away with a foreigner who’s more than a couple time zones away. This is certainly true in some ways. If you choose to teach ESL online from home, it definitely has its perks.
Reason number one: you never have to leave your comfy digs! That means no gridlock, no mascara-wand-in-eye mishaps, no hustle to get a cup of Joe at Starbucks, no soggy packed lunches, no long lines at your favorite food truck! Plus, you get to play with Sparky or Simba all day as he snuggles your feet under the table! You can also plan your teach English online jobs around your personal schedule (gym, me-time, picking up dry cleaning etc.) because you’re your own boss. Hell yeah!
Teaching English Online From WHEREVER!
Teach English online jobs mean that you aren’t limited to teaching from home! You heard me right. You can take that side gig/career with you, wherever you roam in the world! If the digital nomad lifestyle is a-calling you, consider searching out the best online ESL jobs to make top dollar while you travel around the globe.
Because many teach English online jobs are freelance, you can clock in as many hours required, whenever you want! Unlike teaching apps abroad that come with contracts that mean you have to be rooted in a particular place for a particular time, teaching English online is perfect for nomads who are always on the move. The best online ESL jobs are super convenient and flexible, open 24/7, whatever time zone you’re in.
How about Rio?
If you want to learn how to teach English online and get money quick, you have to invest in the right gear. That means you need a decent PC/Mac/laptop, a high-quality webcam and headset, a comfortable workspace (you’ll probably be sitting most of the time), and a super quiet room. Sorry but that means kicking Sparky and Simba out during classes. Fast internet speed is also a given. Check that you have enough RAM to run certain software programs. Also, make sure you are based in an area that has a reliable electricity supply or at least a backup generator.
Where to look for a job?
Now that you’re bent on online English teaching, where do you look for a job? First off, there are several organizations who’ve jumped on the teaching English online bandwagon. Your job is to separate the good from the bad. Start by reading reviews on the provider’s website and other external sites. Talk to people who’ve actually worked with the companies.
How about in a hotel in Jambiani?
Depending on where you decide to work and what type of arrangement you are looking for, it’s important that you “shop around” for teaching English online jobs before you find the right one for you. Be sure to look at the fine print, communicate expectations clearly, and talk with other ESL teachers to ensure the org is legit and that money WILL end up in your bank account.
Is the business reputable and accredited by an external body? Scan its website. Grammatical errors and bad writing style should be a dead giveaway that these people should not be in the business of teaching English—online or otherwise! Once you’ve settled on a company, get the WiFi password and start teaching.
Resources
Finding jobs for teaching English online is no easy task, but when you find the one, you’ll know it. Ready to plug into the Matrix? Here are some more resources to help you decide if teaching English online is for you!
Whether you’re teaching ESL online or in-person, many games and activities can translate easily. Just get a little more creative and feel comfortable operating in the one-on-one space versus the world of large learning groups.
We know you’re in it not only for the professional experience, but to also make some cash-money, right?! That Euro Trip isn’t going to pay for itself. Enjoy!
Munich is not a bad place to visit while teaching online, but it is expensive
The necessary qualifications
Teaching English is a rewarding and enriching experience – both in-person and online. There are lots of online teaching jobs out there. But if you want to teach English online, you need to make sure you’re going with a reputable company. Unfortunately for those of you who aren’t from Canada, the US, or the UK you won’t be able to work with the companies that pay better.
Prague in the Czech Republic it ain’t bad
Wondering what is the best company to teach English online? It depends on your qualifications. In most cases, no previous experience is required, but it helps if you have worked with younger children in the past and have taken a TEFL course — which will give you a proper understanding of lesson plans and how to run a class.
You can teach English Online if you meet these requirements — almost all of the companies will require the following:
Native English speaker, or near-native English speaker
Solid internet connection, microphone, webcam, and quiet space for lessons
You have a Bachelor’s degree or you are currently enrolled (in some cases this isn’t obligatory)
A TEFL Certificate (in some cases this isn’t obligatory)
You’re from Canada, the UK, or the United States (in some cases all first language English countries)
You are enthusiastic, passionate, and positive
These are the basic requirements to teach English online. And yes, you do need a TEFL certificate to teach English online for higher paying companies.
When applying to teach English online is to submit your application to more than one company. The more places you apply, the greater your odds are of getting hired.
The Companies
I really don’t think having a university degree in any subject should be a requirement to teach English online. Plus, if you have a TEFL certificate, are a native English speaker, have a good internet connection, and are enthusiastic, your odds of getting accepted for the job will be much higher.
Visiting the LORT set while online teaching
However, there are some great companies to consider if you don’t have your TEFL: PrePly, Cambly, and Skimatalk don’t require a TEFL certificate. EF Education First only requires a 40 hour TEFL which you can easily (and affordably) obtain here.
If you’re currently living in the USA or the UK, EF Education First or PrePly are great options for you!
There’s also the opportunity to earn bonuses and referral pay. Plus, if a student cancels on you, you will receive compensation.
Some companies pay via PayPal or Payoneer, while others do a direct deposit to your bank account.
After reading “ESL Teaching Online”, you can check important issues for ESL teachers on the section PDFs. You can also visit my channel on YouTube.
English Teaching Assistant – Have you ever thought about working abroad? Usually these programs are for Americans trying to work on German universities.
The program helps to improve the teaching of the English language and American studies at all types of German schools. U.S. teaching assistants usually cooperate closely with a German teacher of English and take over certain responsibilities in the classroom, especially with regard to projects on the U.S. The duration of the award is usually one school year, beginning in early September and ending in late June.
University affiliation and part-time study may be feasible when the assigned school is located in or near a town with a university.
The program is administered by Fulbright Germany in close cooperation with the Pädagogischer Austauschdienst (PAD) in Bonn.
Approximately 140 grants are available, all in the full maintenance category.
More information on the personal profile and expected duties and responsibilities of a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant (ETA) can be found here.
Grant Benefits
Monthly stipend of currently Euro 850
Health insurance
International travel (according to the guidelines set by Fulbright Germany)
Current German visa regulations require a valid passport for American grantees traveling to Germany. Fulbright Germany assists its grantees in applying for a residence permit after arrival.
Orientation and mid-year meetings
General administrative support through Fulbright Germany in Berlin.
English Teaching Assistant – Third Head
Berlin
Eligibility
U.S. students holding at least a B.A. by the time of arrival in Germany, typically in German or German Studies, but other subjects will be considered if applicants have a good German proficiency.
Applicants with a U.S.-German dual citizenship are not eligible.
English Teaching Assistant – Requirements
U.S. citizenship
A high level of academic achievement
Good German proficiency (at least two years of college-level German)
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Application Procedure & Deadlines
The application procedure is handled by the Institute of International Education. Please check their website first.
Applicants still affiliated with a university should consult the Fulbright Program Advisor at their institution for application information and deadline. At-large applicants (no longer at a university) should contact the Institute of International Education directly.
Applicants should contact their advisor or the IIE in the spring preceding the year in which they wish to teach in Germany. (For example, those who would like to teach in the academic year 2021-2022 should contact an advisor in the spring of 2020.)
München
The IIE Online application system closes at 5:00 P.M. EST and applications have to be fully submitted by then. Further information on the IIE timeline is available here.
All applications will be reviewed by special selection committees, and grants are awarded in competition and depending on funds available.
English Teaching Assistant – Programs
The English Teaching Assistant (ETA) Programs place Fulbrighters in classrooms abroad to provide assistance to the local English teachers. ETAs help teach English language while serving as cultural ambassadors for the U.S. The age and academic level of the students varies by country, ranging from kindergarten to university level. Applicants for ETA Programs can apply to only one country. Consult the table below for details on specific country requirements and numbers of awards.
After reading “English Teaching Assistant”, you can check important issues for ESL teachers on the section PDFs. You can also visit my channel on YouTube.
English Teaching Certificate Online – What is TESOL?
English Teaching Certificate Online – TESOL stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages. When people refer to “having a TESOL” , what they mean is having a TESOL certificate.
Why TESOL?
Teaching English as a foreign language is the perfect way to travel the world. You can enjoy a fantastic adventure, while inspiring the next generation. Have in mind, English will not stop being the lingua franca. So let’s try to connect as many people as possible. The way to do that? Teach them English.
We know what it is to feel the excitement and trepidation of embarking on a new adventure. I’ve been there! If you are nervous, don’t worry, your dedicated ESL online tutor is there to help you. Also, I provide you with all the training, tools and support you need to help you become a confident and inspiring ESL teacher.
You can achieve your accredited TESOL certification in an accessible and affordable way, and you don’t need any previous teaching experience. If you speak English fluently, you have everything you need to get started with the course and teach English abroad or online from home.
In late 2018, the Chinese Ministry of Education announced they would be implementing tighter requirements for teachers. Especially for those teachers who teach Chinese to primary and/or to middle-school students.
As of November 2019, all major online English teaching companies require their teachers to have 120-hour teaching certificates.
What’s the Difference Between TESL, TEFL, TESOL, CELTA?
TESL stands for Teaching English as a Second Language and refers to teaching English to non-native speakers in a native-speaking country.
TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language and refers to teaching English to non-native speakers in a country where English is NOT an official language.
TESOL is an umbrella term that stands for Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages and refers to teaching English to non-native speakers in your home country, or abroad. TESOL certificates are generally more in-depth and deliver more learning material.
CELTA stands for Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults.
Do I Really Need a TESOL Certificate to Get Hired?
A few years ago in this industry, it was simply an asset.
As of November 2019, the Chinese Ministry of Education requires that all online English teachers that teach Chinese students have a 120-hour teaching certificate. The majority of companies in the online English teaching industry serve Chinese students.
VIPKid will actually train new recruits and give them a TESOL certificate before they start teaching on the VIPKid platform. However, if you already have one, you are more likely to be hired, and you can skip that part of the training process. On top of that, VIPKid’s TESOL certificate isn’t recognized by other online English teaching companies.
Does it really take 120 hours?
For anybody who is familiar with the English language or education in general, the course can take much less than 120 hours.
However if teaching English is totally new to you, you may need the full amount of time.
English Teaching Certificate Online – A Bit of History
For decades, people have traveled the world, classroom by classroom, teaching English to students of all ages. To take on this education adventure abroad, one must earn a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language), TESL (Teaching English in native speaking English countries to speakers of foreign languages) or TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages certificates.
These certificates differ slightly depending on your specialization goals. TEFL one is the most comprehensive and widely accepted for teaching position.
There is growing global access to TEFL/TESL/TESOL programs because of to the advent of distance learning.
Future English teachers can enroll in an online TEFL certificate program, most of which are affordable enough to fit almost any budget constraints. For those interested in more general information regarding distance learning, check out our ranking of the top online colleges.
Rating and Ranking Methodologies
Quality of online classroom portal and learning resources (1-3 points)
Student-teaching practicum or similar experiential learning opportunities (1-4 points)
Range of TEFL/TESOL/TESL courses that provide an accredited, reputable certificate (1-3 points)
Quality and range of job placement opportunities (1-4 points)
Graduate testimonials and reviews (1-4 points)
An additional point was awarded for noteworthy features that made it a top TEFL certificate online.
English Teaching Certificate Online – Are there any age restrictions?
Our courses are designed for those aged 16 and over. When it comes to finding work teaching English abroad, there can be age restrictions on some working visas.
Can I take a TEFL course if I have a disability?
Of course. If you require any special arrangements to take either the classroom or online course, please get in touch, and we will be happy to assist you.
Which course should I take?
There are several different courses, but a simple rule is that the more you learn, the more prepared and more confident you are. Also, your CV will look more competitive if you have a 140-hour course rather than a 20-hour course. However, some people have teaching experience and already have the confidence to take a class and therefore enrol in the online-only course. It depends on you. If you have any doubts, give us a call, and we can discuss which course would suit your needs.
English Teaching Certificate Online – Can non-native English speakers teach English?
Yes, but it can be more difficult to find work as an English teacher as some schools/recruiters stipulate native English speaking teacher (NEST) on job advertisements.
I am a qualified teacher. Do I need a TEFL certificate to teach English abroad?
Yes, language schools abroad will look for EFL teacher applicants to have a recognised TEFL qualification. We find that the majority of qualified teachers we train choose to opt for our 120-hour Premier Online TEFL Course. Learn more: TEFL for Qualified Teachers
English Teaching Certificate Online – What qualifications do I need to apply for a course?
We believe that if you can speak English, you have the potential to teach it. Therefore, we only ask that you are a native-level speaker of English and that you have the enthusiasm to learn something new. No other qualifications or teaching experience necessary.
After reading “English Teaching Certificate Online”, you can check important issues for ESL teachers on the section PDFs. And visit my channel by YouTube.
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