IELTS stands for the International English Language Testing System and it is a test designed to assess how well a learner speaks English. In 2008 over 1.2 million people took the tests in 120 different countries. It is held regularly throughout the year, several times each month. The test is […]
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IDP is a global company offering student placement and English language testing services. It is based in Australia. It has a network of over 75 student offices in 29 countries and places international students into all sectors of the Australian education system, including higher education and vocational education and training. […]
Continue ReadingHumor / Humour in the TEFL Classroom
Using Humor (or Humour) in the classroom is always good and a good joke can really make a difference. It’s an excellent way of breaking the ice with your students, getting the class relaxed and generally fostering a friendly atmosphere to work in. However, don’t over do it – you’re […]
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Today we have a guest contribution from Victoria Hughes, which is perhaps the best name for a blog we have come across! Victoria has been a TEFL teacher for 5 years and has lived in Poland, China and Turkey. She writes about job hunting, lesson planning and the joys and […]
Continue ReadingHow to Teach Someone English (as a Foreign Language)
Many people think that teaching English is simple. There is a common misconception that if you can speak the language, you can teach it but the simple fact is that this couldn’t be further from the truth. Teaching someone English is challenging for lots of reasons. It’s a bit like […]
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