How to Teach Mixed Ability Classes
You’ve got a student, let’s call them student A, who has finished the worksheet before you’ve even had chance to finish handing it round to the entire class. And then there’s another student, student B, at the back, who isn’t even sure how to tackle it at all. Not an ideal situation, right? Unfortunately, it sometimes happens and it can be a worry for all TEFL teachers (not just new ones). So, wh...[Read More]
Important Information for Students Enrolling on an Italian Classroom Course
Recent mandatory COVID-19 restrictions require that all attendees to our courses from the provide The Green Certification COVID-19. It is a digital and printable (paper) certification, which contains a two-dimensional barcode (QR Code) and a qualified electronic seal. Upon arrival to the course, the course trainer will require proof of The Green Certification COVID-19 in order for you to proceed w...[Read More]
Important Information for Students Enrolling on the Melbourne Classroom Course
Recent mandatory government COVID-19 restrictions require that all attendees to our courses in Melbourne provide proof of their negative COVID-19 status. Upon arrival to the course, the venue will require proof of your COVID status in order for you to proceed with your course. Any attendee who arrives unable to provide the required documentation will not be permitted to attend and will have to con...[Read More]
Important Information for Students Enrolling on the Prague Classroom Course
Recent mandatory government COVID-19 restrictions in your location require that all attendees to our courses must provide proof of their negative covid status or immunity. Upon arrival to the course, the venue will require proof of your COVID status in order for you to proceed with your course. Any attendee who arrives unable to provide the required documentation will not be permitted to attend an...[Read More]
Important Information for Students Enrolling on the Sydney Classroom Course
Recent mandatory government COVID-19 restrictions require that all attendees entering the hotel to check-in with reception and provide proof of their full vaccination status. Additionally, all conference guests will need to wear their masks in the conference room at all times (except for the facilitators when they are presenting). As per NSW Government Public Health Orders, we are unfortunately u...[Read More]
Hacks to Kill Time During Long Layovers
It is wonderful news that so many countries are welcoming travellers once again. Many adventurous souls have gathered at the entrances of airports, eager to fly towards unexplored destinations. While companies try their best to normalize flights, it is, unfortunately, a common problem to get your flight cancelled or get long layovers between flights. To make your travel experience go smoothly and ...[Read More]
Halloween Around the World
If you can believe it, it’s Halloween already! And while you are probably familiar with the pumpkins and trick-or-treating of Halloween in the United States, you might not realise that there are a number of different ways to celebrate Halloween. Just like Easter or Christmas, how you celebrate Halloween depends on where you are. Here are some Halloween festivities which take place around the world...[Read More]
Life as a Freelance TEFL Teacher
Are you thinking about becoming a freelance TEFL teacher? Feeling a bit unsure about what it involves and how to get started? Then, do we have the blog for you! We managed to chat to the amazing Gill Murray, a super successful freelance TEFL teacher from the UK. She kindly agreed to answer your questions, give you all a sneak peak into what life is like as a freelance TEFL teacher, and explain how...[Read More]
How to become a freelance TEFL teacher
Are you looking to freelance as TEFL teacher? Feeling a bit unsure about how to get started? Then, do we have the blog for you! We managed to chat to the amazing Gill Murray, a super successful freelance TEFL teacher from the UK. She kindly agreed to answer your questions, give you all a sneak peak into what life is like as a freelance TEFL teacher, and explain how to get started! Read on to benef...[Read More]
5 Problems for Chinese Speakers of English
We can fill in a form, or fill out a form. A slim chance and a fat chance are the same thing, but a wise man and a wise guy are opposites. There is no pine in pineapple, ham in hamburger, or egg in eggplant. We are all taught i before e except after c only to be told that that actually isn’t true. Ghoti can be pronounced fish. And then there is this sentence (which actually does make sense, but d...[Read More]
12 Quick & Easy Classroom Games for Teaching English to Children!
Need a little inspiration to inject fun back into your TEFL classroom? Want some quick and easy classroom games for teaching English to children? Then you’ve come to the right place! This blog has been guest-written by TEFL teacher Ciara, who has tried and tested these games herself! So, take your pick, and thank her later! 1. Name games Name games are a really good way to start a lesson, they are...[Read More]
Teaching English during COVID: What Has Changed?
The last few years have wreaked havoc on people’s lives all across the globe thanks to COVID-19. Many of us have started working from home, which has been both a blessing and a curse. Some of our job roles have changed, and some of us have changed jobs completely. Many TEFL teachers had to adapt to teaching English as a Foreign Language online. Others had to put their plans to teach and travel abr...[Read More]