The Future of the English Language

English is the most widely spoken language in the world, with over 1.5 billion speakers. It is the language of business, science, and technology, and is used in international communication and diplomacy. The future of the English language is bright. It is likely to remain the world's lingua franca for many years to come. However, … Continue reading The Future of the English Language

Effective TPR in Online English Lessons

Total Physical Response (TPR) is a teaching method that combines physical actions with language instruction. It is a highly effective way to teach English to students of all ages and abilities, and it can be used just as effectively in online lessons as in face-to-face lessons. Here are some tips for using TPR effectively in … Continue reading Effective TPR in Online English Lessons

Increasing Student Talk Time (STT) in Online English Lessons

Increasing Student Talk Time (STT) in Online English Lessons Student Talk Time (STT) is the amount of time that students spend speaking in a language lesson. It is an important metric for language learning, as research has shown that students learn best by speaking and interacting with others. In online English lessons, it can be … Continue reading Increasing Student Talk Time (STT) in Online English Lessons

Mastering ESL Teaching: Proven Strategies to Elevate Your Skills

Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) is a rewarding yet challenging endeavor. As the global demand for English proficiency continues to rise, the need for skilled ESL educators is greater than ever. In this article, we will explore SEO-friendly strategies to enhance your ESL teaching skills, ensuring that you're equipped to provide effective and … Continue reading Mastering ESL Teaching: Proven Strategies to Elevate Your Skills

The Korean Hogwan

Before embarking on a career as an ESL teacher in South Korea, you will have to make one decision: EPIK or Hogwan? A Hogwan is the name of a private academy in South Korea. Thousands of Hogwans are located throughout the country and offer all types of learning! From piano lessons to English conversation classes, … Continue reading The Korean Hogwan

TEFL TIPS #4 – Verb of the Day

Verbs are the skeleton of any language. Most ESL learners know the basics:. 'eat,' 'go', 'play' etc., but expanding this list is vital to those working towards achieving a higher level of both spoken and written English. In my classroom, I introduced a method I call 'verb of the day'. It's pretty simple but effective. … Continue reading TEFL TIPS #4 – Verb of the Day

Online Teaching Headsets

A headset is to an online teachers greatest asset. A good headset is vital to ensuring high quality lessons. Here are some of the top headsets for online ESL on Amazon. Simply click on the picture and it will direct you to the right place & price! All of the following headsets are more than … Continue reading Online Teaching Headsets

TEFL TIPS #8 – PLAYDOUGH

In order to inspire creative thinking and maintain active engagement in the classroom, teachers need to sustain a dynamic environment. One great way to get kids involved is to involve more tactile activities and there are so many fun ways to include playdough in an ESL classroom! Not just for kids, either—even my adult learners … Continue reading TEFL TIPS #8 – PLAYDOUGH