Tokyo, a city of bright lights, incredible (if slightly bizarre) technology, food (even fast food) that is fresh and beautifully presented, and a culture that both embraces the “western world” yet manages to keep enough of the little things that make Japan, Japan. Combined with people who are polite, elegant and have impeccable fashion sense, […]
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120-hour vs Level 5: TEFL hours and levels explained
- There are a lot of different TEFL courses and providers out there and it can all quickly get a bit confusing. What do the different hours mean? Are there levels of TEFL qualifications? Will some courses increase your earning potential? The most important thing to research when choosing a TEFL course is accreditation, which we’ve covered in a previous blog post. Once you’ve decided on the provider to study with you need to choose the course that’s right for you and in this article we’re going to break down the facts and help you do just that! TEFL levels explained…
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Can Non-Native English Speakers TEFL?
- Can non-native English speakers TEFL? Does English have to be your first language in order to teach it? The answer is simple: if you’re fluent in English then you have the potential to teach it! Many non-native English speakers have trained with us and have gone on to find work teaching English all over the world and online. That’s not to say there aren’t some challenges, unfortunately. While more and more is being done to combat native-speaker bias in the TEFL market, discrimination and barriers do exist. Preparing our students for the world of TEFL is important to us; we…
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Teaching in Argentina
If you are looking for work in Argentina or any country in South America, you are at a great advantage of being a native English speaker. Argentina is a country with a growing economy. The capital, Buenos Aires, is one of the main cities in South America where businesses are always growing and expanding. With […]
Living And Teaching English In Argentina
For those who are looking to travel/work in South America, Argentina is an excellent choice of country. Being the 8th largest country in the world, it offers stunning and diverse scenery. From the hot, arid deserts in the north, to tropical forests, to the towering snowy peaks of the Andes right to the bottom tip […]
TEFL Experiences: Teaching English in South Korea
by Ajaz Mohammed Hussain Hello there! Greetings from Ulsan in the south-east of South Korea. Yes…I’m finally here. It’s been almost three months since I did the TEFL course and now I’m putting in to practice all that you taught…and it certainly is helpful. I find myself constantly referring to my TEFL course book for succour and inspiration! Well, […]
How Drama Can Help In TEFL
So, what do we mean by ‘drama activities’? We act out real-life experiences as best we can in the controlled environment of the classroom. This enables students to develop vocabulary and practise conversational language. All students can draw on experiences from their lives and can relate to the role-play. When using drama in the classroom, […]
Teaching Business English
Many EFL teachers have the misconception that they need a business background before they can teach Business English. My experience in Germany and Austria confirms otherwise. While many classes or books are called Business English, this is basically general English with some business vocabulary and context. You need to prepare yourself just as you would […]
