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Your hub for insightful essays, articles and practical tips tailored for English teachers. Explore a wealth of ideas and strategies to enhance your teaching experience

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Fun MAKE and DO Controlled-practice Activities Collocations with make and do games and other stimulating practice activities.

Choosing the Best Route to Teaching English in Thailand Comparing recruitment agencies, direct hire, and TEFL placements for teaching in Thailand, focusing on the pros and cons of each method

Navigating the TEFL Requirement for Teaching English in China How to fulfil China's TEFL certification requirement amidst limited course availability within the country

How to Teach Make and Do How to present and practice collocations with the verbs make and do.

6 Fun Adjective Word Order Activities Putting adjectives in the right order games and communicative speaking activities

The Differences Between Teaching English Online and Abroad Exploring key distinctions between teaching English online and abroad, from flexibility and income to cultural immersion and career growth

How Safe Is Latin America for English Teachers? Safety concerns for teaching in Latin America can be mitigated with local knowledge, ensuring a secure and enjoyable experience

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TEFL or TESL?

What do TEFL and TESL mean? TEFL stands for Teaching English as a Foreign Language. TESL stands for Teaching English as a Second Language. TEFL is used when people teach English in a non-English speaking country. TESL is used when people teach English in an English speaking country. Is this important? Not very, for students. But there are some important technical considerations for teachers. See The Definitive Guide to TEFL.

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