Using students’ L1 in the English language classroom

A perennial debate in the TEFL world is whether and to what extent teachers should use their students’ L1 in the classroom. In the case of English teachers in Japan then, then question is: should we use Japanese in the … Read More »

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Promoting speaking fluency

Becoming a more fluent speaker of English is an important goal for the majority of English language learners. In this article, the concept of ‘speaking fluency’ is briefly defined, and four methods shown to promote speaking fluency are discussed. The … Read More »

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Create a Top TEFL CV

In the competitive TEFL jobs market, you’ll need a TEFL CV that will stand out. Pick up some essential tips and view a TEFL CV template designed to get you noticed – and help you get that job. Read More »

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Interview: Teaching Young Learners of English in Sendai (Part 2)

In the first part of this interview, Mario Passalacqua discussed the best and worst things about teaching young learners of English, and reopening his English school four days after the biggest earthquake ever to hit Japan. The interview with Mario … Read More »

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Interview: Teaching Young Learners of English in Sendai (Part 1)

In this interview, Mario Passalacqua talks about teaching young learners of English, and living and working in a post-tsunami Sendai. Mario moved to Japan to teach English in 1997, after graduating with a B.A in English Literature and obtaining a … Read More »

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Teaching English in Korea; a 5 minute interview

Teach English in Korea? Why not? with free housing, a stable contract and round-trip air fare, TEFL in Korea sounds an attractive option. Anne Lowe, new to EFL teaching in Korea shares her tips and experiences in this short interview. Read More »

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Turning your TEFL gap year into a TEFL career

If you plan to stay in TEFL, then be prepared to keep on learning and improving – or else get out quick! Find out about the pitfalls of staying in TEFL too long and some ideas about how to turn your gap year into a meaningful TEFL career. Read More »

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