From General English to IELTS Specialist: Your Path to a New Teaching Challenge
So, you’ve been teaching general English to various age groups and now an intriguing opportunity has landed in your lap: a position to teach IELTS. Your first reaction might be a mix of excitement and hesitation. Is your experience relevant? How do you even begin to prepare? Let’s clear the air. That background you have is not just relevant—it’s your foundation. Your Experience is Your Greatest As...[Read More]
Finding Culturally Sensitive Reading Materials for Beginner English Learners
Teaching beginner English students is a rewarding challenge. When your classroom is filled with learners from specific cultural backgrounds, finding the right materials becomes even more crucial. A common goal is to locate short, engaging stories that are both linguistically appropriate and culturally considerate. The Core Challenge for Educators Many teachers face this dilemma: you need graded re...[Read More]
Teaching English in the Czech Republic: A Village Life Adventure
So, you’re considering a move to teach English in the Czech Republic. You’ve got the legal right to work, and you’re drawn to the idea of life beyond the well-trodden path of Prague. It’s an exciting prospect, but the practical question looms: can you actually afford to live on a typical teaching salary? The short answer is a cautious yes, but it requires a strategic shift in mindset and location....[Read More]
Honestly, I wanted a big life …
Honestly, I wanted a big life change somewhere new. 4) I’m in the middle of getting my cert right now. 1) The applied learning part was really intensive, just finished it. 3) It made me feel pretty good about the whole thing. 5) The course was solid and flexible for my schedule. Felt prepared afterwards.
4) Wanting more freedom led me…
4) Wanting more freedom led me here. 2) I finished the self-paced program. 3) Feeling content with the practical skills. 1) As a graduate, the classroom tips were a big help. 5) It’s motivated me to keep learning, honestly.
5) My experience was perfectly…
5) My experience was perfectly fine. 4) It gave me the confidence to switch from my office job to teaching. 3) I’m thankful for the practical skills. 1) Finishing the 300-hour course felt like a real achievement. The online format worked well for my schedule. 6) One instructor, *******, was especially good at explaining tougher grammar points.
I recently finished the 100-ho…
I recently finished the 100-hour certificate. 5) A huge thanks to ******* for all the help. 1) The program gave me a solid start. 3) I’m very happy with what I learned. 4) It really motivated me to improve my English teaching skills. 6) I feel motivated to continue learning.
Just wrapping up my course wit…
Just wrapping up my course with them. I was somewhat happy with it overall. The reason I did it was to gain an international perspective. Honestly, I’m just excited about what’s next for me. It gave me some good practical skills to start with.
5) Learning style: collaborati…
5) Learning style: collaborative learner. 1) As a student who completed the short-term course 4) my motivation was to travel and work at the same time. 3) I felt somewhat happy. 2) Completed a university-level online certificate. The group forums were good for that. It sets you up well for the goal.
Looking forward to their next …
Looking forward to their next course already. As a goal-oriented student, I finished the academic bridging certificate wanting a fresh start. The programme provided solid training. However, I was left feeling less happy than expected overall. The online format worked for my routine.
5) I’m satisfied with the onli…
5) I’m satisfied with the online diploma. 3) Looking ahead to trying an in-country course next. 1) Having finished the 200-hour program, 4) my motivation to travel and work feels achievable. 6) The instructor ******* was very helpful and knew a lot.
I finished the 300-hour certif…
I finished the 300-hour certification a while back. ******* really helped the lessons stick for a hands-on learner like me. I’m very happy and feel totally ready to go overseas. My plan to travel and work is finally happening.