Teach English in XiaojiA Zhen - Chongqing

Why complete a TEFL courseIn pursuing a TEFL certificate, you may come across an array of different terms that, at first, may seem confusing: ESL, EFL, TESL and tesol are the most common. To all intents and purposes they mean the same thing - TEFL. Here is a short explanation of each term: ESL - English as a second language English language courses in countries where English is the dominant or official language (e.g.: united states). EFL - English as a foreign language English language courses in countries where English is not the common or official language (e.g. thailand). TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language A term that refers to teacher training courses in EFL. TESL - Teaching English as a Second Language A general term that refers to many things. For instance, a TESL course refers to a program where students learn how to teach English as a second language. A TESL organization refers to a professional organization that represents teachers of English as a second language, for example, TESL Taiwan (national organization), TESL California (provincial) and TESL Prague (city). TESL may also refer to the teaching English as second language field in general (e.g. ?I work in TESL.?). tesol - Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages This term is used in the United States and refers to the professional organization that represents teachers of English as a second language. Deciding whether or not to complete a tefl course is a frequently asked question and, the reality is, that many native english speakers are either actively doing or are seriously looking at starting a tefl course, as the opportunities for people who have done a tefl course are many. The reasons for completing a tefl course are as varied as the people giving them but some of the most popular reasons are as follows: (1) It can provide the skills for a person to live and work in another country, (2) It offers one the opportunity to experience a foreign culture on a level that would not be possible when simply visiting on holiday, (3) To make a positive impact on someone?s life and (4) It is both a challenging and enjoyable environment in which to work and offers a great opportunity for personal growth. The most sought after English teachers throughout Europe, Asia and the Middle East are without a doubt, the native english speakers. There is a significant demand for EFL teachers in the majority of the countries around the world, and in some, a severe scarcity of applicants for these positions. There is an extremely high demand, in many countries, for people to learn and become fluent in English. They see English as a way of opening doors to possibilities that are not available to them otherwise. Therefore, for the native english speaker looking to change careers or merely to embark on an adventure, the notion of teaching English in an exotic country becomes a reality upon completion of a tefl course. The tefl course offered through ITTT is very well thought-out, is easy to understand, covers a diversity of material and provides the teacher with the tools to successfully manage lessons and to be a more thorough teacher. The teaching method taught is student centred, easy to put into practice and it is very powerful for teaching communication skills and complex language structures at all levels. Your reasons for studying TEFL might mirror those that I have already mentioned above, or they may be completely different but, in the end, the results will be the same; you will be richer for the experience, have a thorough understanding of the subject that you are teaching and be a confident, well prepared teacher of the English language.