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How to Teach English as a Foreign Language (EFL), Using DVDs of TV Shows and MoviesWhile some EFL teachers think using DVDs of TV shows and movies in class is a bad idea, it's not if you use them the right way.- Considerations when Choosing a Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) CertificateAlthough pursuing a TEFL certificate can be an exciting opportunity, a number of things should be considered when choosing a program.
- Should Employees Be Required to Speak English on the Job?Unfortunately, there are places where employees do not know how to speak the language and they are forced to speak whatever their English sounds like to be able to earn a paycheck in this tough economy.
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language in AustraliaAustralia is the world's smallest continent but has many opportunities for teachers who want to live there and travel the country as well. One of the highest demanded positions in Australia is for Teaching English as a Foreign Language teachers.
- Is Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Right for You?Make sure you know what to look out for when becoming a TEFL teacher and how to prepare yourself before you go.
- Definitions of ESL-Related Glossary for Students and Teachers of EnglishThis article provides a condensed list of terms related to learning and teaching English as a Second Language (ESL).
- ESOL and Other Terms What Do They Mean?The commonly used terms and acronyms in the ESOL area of education.
Teaching English as a Foreign LanguageIf you´ve ever considered living for an extended amount of time in another country, teaching English as a foreign language is one way to finance such a venture.- Review: Getting TEFL Certification at Text and Talk Language School, BangkokI took my TEFL certification at Text and Talk Language School in Bangkok and had an amazing time. Here's why I think the TEFL certification course at this school is so good.
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL)An article covering what TEFL is, what to expect and how to decide whether it's the right thing for you.
- How to Get a Job Teaching English as a Foreign Language in a Foreign CountryTeaching English as a foreign language is a way to live abroad, pay your bills, and meet local people in a comfortable English speaking environment. It will never make you rich, but it's an experience that you'll never forget.
How to Search for an EFL Job - Teaching English as a Foreign LanguageAre you looking to teach English in a foreign country? You better know how to search for the right job.- Translated Works Vs. Originals - Which is Better?Is it possible that works translated into other languages can actually be better than the original?
- How to Practice English with ComicsComics are really good for practice if you want to increase your vocabulary and learn how to use typical expressions in a natural way.
- Basic English Notes for 3rd GradersEasy notes for elementary students: you can make this into an overhead
- The Strangeness of EnglishDid you ever wonder where our language came from.Why do we spell words the way we do? Where did these words even come from?
- TEFL Certificate Programs Are Not Regulated - - Learn What Questions You Need to Ask Before You Sign UpJob opportunities teaching English as a foreign language are expanding. The market is growing for qualified teachers. However, before applying to a program, learn what questions to ask to make sure that the TEFL Certificate program is right for you.
Choosing the Right TEFL CourseSix step guide to choosing the right TEFL course for you.- How to Get the Most Out of Studying a Language AbroadIf you sign up for a language school abroad and are told you must buy the textbook or you find that a certain textbook is included in your fee, try to get your money back; don't go to this school. Here's why:
How to Be an EFL TeacherIf you're a college graduate, a native English speaker, and more than ready to jam-pack your dusty passport with a smattering of new visa stamps, then Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) might be the career move for you.- Mastering Chinese Accent?How difficult is it to master Chinese accent and earn a certificate?
- Is a Perfect "English Accent" Even Possible?ESL teachers and students should strive to be better communicators in English rather than achieving that perfect English accent.
- What UP? My Bad! Good English and Bad EnglishAmerican popular culture has been doing more than adding cute phrases and silly sentences to English. It has been fomenting the destruction of English itself!
- English as the Primary Language of the U.S.English should remain the primary language of the U.S. In Lawson Inada's "Kicking the Habit" the author describes the discomfort in conforming to the culture of the U.S. His views will be argued against.
- Is English the World's Hardest Language?Is English the hardest language in the world for foreign speakers to learn?
- Black English Being My First LanguageThe importance of keeping the native tongue because your speech tells about history/background.
- Travel and Teach in Australia: TEFL Tutors in DemandEnglish is the official language of Australia, but "Teach English as a Foreign Language" TEFL specialists still are in demand for Americans who wish to travel and teach in Australia. That's because 15 percent of Australians speak other languages.
- Is English Heritage Membership Worth It?English Heritage membership guarantees free or lower cost entrance fees to historic British castles, palaces, stately homes and more. But is it worth the membership cost?
- English Just for the Fun of ItFrom ancient manuscripts to the Internet, English resists the efforts of English teachers and lawmakers to keep it under contro.
- Should English Be the Only Language of Instruction in Our Classrooms?Should English be the only language of instruction in our classrooms?
- Ode to EnglishA quotable quote about the English language.
- English the Bizarre LanguageDiscusses some of the strange properties of the English Language.
English Dialects: American and BritishWhich is the superior English - American or RP English (of England)? It is a raging battle in the field of ESL.- The English, a Portrait of a People by Jeremy Paxman: Book ReportThis is a report about the Jeremy Paxman book, The English, a Portrait of a People.
- Why English is Important: The Lingua Franca of the Modern EraEnglish is a well known language and has often been referred to as a "world language". So what do you think about the English Language? Is it important now a days? Why?
Have a Laugh: Dutch IdiomsyncraciesA first grade course into the lanuage of Dutch English.
Where Did My English Go?This short article is aimed at Australian ESL students (English as a Second Language) and students of any foreign language who feel overwhelmed by a new language.- Prepositions and Syntax in Middle English Verse: "When Y Se Blosmes Springe"This essay uses an Middle English poem to illustrate the prepositional and syntactical differences between and transformations from Old English to Middle English.
- Scots Leid: A Dialect or a Language?What in the world is Scots? It is a Germanic language, just like English. It's the closest language to English. It's spoken in the highlands of Scotland. I always thought it was just another weird English accent when I heard it on the television.
- Why Not Speak ClearlyThis is a poem I wrote due to the fact that I couldn't communicate with someone over the telephone as she had a very strong accent and I didn't understand her, she didn't understand me either.


