Can You Teach English Abroad Without Knowing The Language

Teaching English abroad can be a rewarding experience, even if you don't know the local language. Many countries, especially in Asia and the Middle East, have a high demand for English teachers and are willing to hire native English speakers regardless of their knowledge of the local language. Here are some factors to consider if you are thinking about teaching English abroad without knowing the local language: 1. **English-Only Policy**: Many schools and language institutes where you might work have an English-only policy in the classroom. This means that you will be expected to teach and communicate solely in English, which can actually be beneficial for the students as it creates an immersive language learning environment. 2. **Training and Support**: Before you begin teaching, you may...  [Read more]

  In this video we look at a teaching idea for the 'going to' future tense. This tense is often used to make predictions based on evidence and the idea covered here focuses on this usage. As you can see in the video, this idea is suitable for low level students as it uses pictures and verb prompts. Students choose a verb and one of the pictures that best match the verb. For example the student might choose "wash" and the picture of the shampoo bottle: "He is going to wash his hair". If you are thinking about teaching English abroad the best way to improve your job opportunities is to get a teaching certificate. Not only will a certificate open up more doors to you but it will also improve your chances of getting a higher English teacher salary. By taking a TEFL course with ITTT...  [Read more]

Here at ITTT, we will do all we can to ensure your entire TEFL training experience is as straightforward and rewarding as possible. If you have any questions regarding our courses, please see our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section below. Our FAQ section should clear up most of your queries but if you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us by submitting them via the form provided at the bottom of this page. What does TEFL mean?    The acronym TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. It is commonly used to refer to training courses that almost anyone can take to learn the skills and knowledge required to teach English to non-native speakers in countries all over the world. What is the difference between TESOL and...  [Read more]