Chris A. Harmen  |  Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)  |  0 comments  |  109 views  |  Read Full

 

Whether you've already been offered a chance to teach overseas through one of the many teaching English abroad programs now looking for qualified teachers or you're just beginning to explore the idea, you should start preparing to go overseas now. It can take 2-3 months or more to get all your ducks in a row before moving to a foreign country for a year or more, and preparation is the key to a successful temporary relocation.

Chris A. Harmen  |  Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)  |  0 comments  |  184 views  |  Read Full

 

Teaching overseas is a rewarding experience, no matter which country you're in. Although many teachers have great success working in Asian and European countries, many others prefer the culture that comes with finding teaching jobs in the Middle East. While this region is thought to be full of strife and tension, companies that hire teachers to teach English typically work in safe cities that are friendly to foreigners.

Paul J. Malcolm  |  Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)  |  0 comments  |  167 views  |  Read Full

 

If you want to become a teacher, you should consider the possibility of becoming an English teacher in Korea. The demand for English teachers is disproportionately high in this country. Your chances of getting your dream job are considerably high and in addition to this, there is 100% guarantee that your paycheck will be heftier compared to the offers you receive in other countries. This could turn out to be the best experience of your life. It is still advisable to approach the entire concept with some common sense.

Connor Davies  |  Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)  |  0 comments  |  186 views  |  Read Full

 

No matter how many books you read and how many courses you take, there are some things about being an English teacher which you can only really learn through experiencing them for yourself. As a result, you may end up turning up in a completely new country enthusiastic to start teaching, only to discover that things are not exactly as you imagined they would be.

Jesse W. Taylor  |  Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)  |  0 comments  |  133 views  |  Read Full

 

The education system in Korea is unique to say the least. It's hard to find other countries that have a more competitive academic ladder to climb than here. Testing starts in elementary school which determines the quality of the middle school the child will attend. The student's academic success in that middle school then plays a big role determining the high school the student is eligible for.

Natalie Close and darrell Wilkinson  |  Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)  |  0 comments  |  196 views  |  Read Full

 

Recently, there has been a growing interest in pragmatic competence in EFL. However, what this means and how to teach it is still somewhat unclear. This paper hopes to address these issues.

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So, you’ve found your ideal international teaching job and you are ready to make the leap...good for you! Now it’s time to get everything in order and properly prepared for your big move. Here are five important documents that you will need to obtain before you leave.

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For fresh TEFL teachers keeping discipline in a classroom full of teenagers can be daunting. With these simple rules and tips you will find controlling your groups so much easier.

Louisa Walsh  |  Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)  |  0 comments  |  351 views  |  Read Full

 

Did you know that your ability to speak English could enable you to live abroad making money teaching English? A simple TEFL/TESOL course could be all you need to access a new life living and earning overseas. So whether you dream of waking up in sunny Spain or tantalizing Thailand, TEFL training could turn your dream into a reality. But before you embark on your new adventure, I'll help to answer the top 4 questions you're likely to have if you're tempted by TEFL and a move overseas.

Ed Earl  |  Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)  |  0 comments  |  411 views  |  Read Full

 

When teaching TEFL it is always beneficial to have some ESL games handy to reward the students when they behave well and work hard. In this article I will describe my three favourite ESL games.