An Insider’s Guide to Teaching English in Spain
Spain makes any list of great places to teach English abroad, and with good reason. With the warmest climate in Europe, rich culture and history, and a high demand for native English speakers, it’s no...
Make the Most Out of Your TEFL Certification Course: The Practicum
The most nerve-wracking part of any TEFL certification has to be standing up in front of a class to teach, otherwise known as the practicum. For many aspiring teachers this will be their first taste...
Everything You Need to Know About TEFL Internships
A lot of people looking to get into teaching ESL assume the route is straightforward: get certified and then find a job overseas. So, where do TEFL internships fit into this pathway? It doesn’t help...
Four Ways to Get Better at Teaching Teenagers
Every teacher has felt challenged by teaching teenagers at some point, mostly because of one key factor: motivation. Or in teen learners’ case, lack of motivation. While adult learners normally come to class keen to...
What You Need to Know Before Doing a TEFL
If you’re thinking about doing a TEFL, your mind is probably filled with thoughts of aeroplane food, postcards and cocktails on the beach. But before you get to Cuba or Cambodia or Kazakhstan or wherever...
Watch Out For Diploma Mills and Accreditation Mills
Researching course providers and accreditors takes a lot of time, but keep in mind the sorrow you will spare yourself by avoiding poor quality programs, or even downright scams. Be wary of TEFL courses that...
Looking for Recognition
Many different types of organizations accredit, regulate, recognize, or otherwise oversee the quality of TEFL training programs, including government bodies, quality assurance agencies, professional associations, and educational organizations. Accreditors of language centres such as Languages...
List of Professional Organizations
Professional organizations host conferences, meet-ups, courses, workshops, and other opportunities to advance your teaching skills and network. Check one out near you!
Common Specialist Courses
Here is a list of common areas of specialization for ESL teachers, along with a brief description and link to further reading for each.
How to Evaluate TEFL Accreditors
A fancy crest, grandiose name, and spiffy website do not make an accreditor credible, but they can be used to fool you. So how exactly are you supposed to know that an accrediting institution is legitimate...