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Teaching ESL: 10 Common Problems in the Classroom

Teaching english as a foreign language is challenging, yet rewarding career path. To avoid some of these challenges, here are 10 common problems that teachers face in the classroom, and their possible solutions.

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Would you quit your job to teach TEFL (English) abroad in your 30s?

My experience of quitting my job to go and teach TEFL. Here you can also learn about applying to teach abroad and how to start the process.

29 comments    life advice home
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Teach English in Barcelona: Insider Tips and Job Guidance

If the thought of teaching English as a foreign language in Spain has ever crossed your mind, read on. The following will provide some insider tips on choosing the right certification program, how and where to find work and general tips on teaching English in Spain.

10 comments    tefl tesol work abroad
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REAL Money Making Jobs for Stay-At-Home Moms

There are no magic "stuff envelopes" or "product assembly" jobs (well, if there are, I've never seen them). But don't despair, there are great career options that you can do from the comfort of your own home.

3 comments    business family children
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ESL Games for Kids: Simon Says

If you're an ESL teacher for young children, you really ought to make good use of the children's game Simon Says. If you're an ESL teacher who isn't a native English speaker and who isn't aware of this game,...

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TEFL methodology under the microscope-the PPP approach

The PPP approach, is an effective method of teaching elementary students. It teaches basic skills, and ensures that all bases are covered. Present your language, give the students opportunity to practise, and...

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Making an American Culture Course for ESL Teachers in China

People who find themselves teaching ESL oversees may be surprised at what they are asked to do: individual "VIP" or small group culture classes can be the hardest to teach and may compose a large majority of the classes you have to teach. This Hub helps teachers tackle this challenge head-on so that they can actually look forward to these classes and the experiences they may bring.

0 comments    culture students china
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Encounter with Adversity - What REALLY Happened at Zirve University

FYI: If you happen to be flaming gay like yours truly, be extra careful when trying to travel the world and teach English as a foreign language (also known as TEFL, TOEFL, TESOL). This may seem like it goes without saying, which it sort of does, but...

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ESOL: Have Fun Speaking English with Tongue Twisters

Fun English or ESOL Exercise - Tongue Twisters.

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Classroom Management-TEFL

Task 1 -How can a teacher use his/her physical presence and voice in the classroom? Physical Presence The physical presence of teacher in the class is important for the proper management of the class. The...

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