In this article, we’ll explore the definition of total physical response (TPR), its origins, its pros and cons, and strategies for using total physical response in ESL, complete with total physical response examples and activities.
Read MoreIn today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, online teaching platforms have become indispensable tools for educators worldwide. But, how do we choose the best online teaching platforms for our subject, goals, and teaching style?
In this article, we'll explore some of the best online teaching platforms suitable for teaching English and other subjects.
Read MoreAfter almost 12 years of running a family business that I didn't want to be in, I realized I needed to do something that I really loved. That's where I met Preply. Week after week, I started making progress. The reviews were in, the people started trusting me, and with a lot of hours, I earned six times more money than I started with in less than two years.
Read MoreJust over two years ago, I was an online ESL teacher for a Chinese company facing uncertainty due to new regulations. With the sudden loss of income, I struggled to find stability. Then, I discovered Twenix, and my worries vanished.
Read MoreWhether you're an experienced educator or just starting your journey, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the information you need to embark on a successful career teaching English online.
Read MoreMany individuals are now exploring the world of remote work, seeking opportunities that provide flexibility, financial stability, and personal fulfillment. Teaching English online has emerged as a shining example of such an opportunity.
Read MoreOnline education is nothing new, but until recently, it was primarily considered a fringe or one-off situation. Lockdown changed all that. Education rapidly moved to cyberspace, where everyone could safely learn from the comfort of home.
Read MoreWith the recent news of Chinese government crackdowns on the online English teaching industry, many teachers are feeling scared and uncertain about their future. While many Chinese companies are still operating as usual, and believe the regulations won’t affect them, we wanted to provide our teachers with a number of non-Chinese options in case they are looking for a back-up plan.
Read MoreWhile rumours have been circulating about coming Chinese government regulations in the online education industry for a while, the official announcement finally came on July 26.
The Chinese Ministry of Education has outlined a new plan that will significant impact the online English teaching industry. It has been presented as a way to reduce pressure on parents and students in China’s hyper-competitive education field.
Read MoreManyCam is an easy-to-use software that allows you to enhance your video while teaching English online. You can browse through their library of effects and props, or add your own! This makes learning fun, interactive, and visually appealing for students of all ages.
Read MoreBefore I started teaching English online, I spent way too many hours doing online research to try and understand the value of a TEFL/TESOL certificate. There were so many different programs to choose from and they all seemed to have very different costs!
Read MoreHi, I’m Kathryn Rucker. I have interviewed with other English teaching platforms and I would say that Magic Ears had the best process.
Read MoreThankfully, more and more companies are letting people teach English online without a degree, so you can let out a sigh of relief. We’re here to help you on the road to teaching English online, so grab a snack and get ready for companies that let you do just that.
Read MoreWe’d like to formally welcome you to a new type of blog article on our website - Teacher Features.
With these articles we will feature real people working in the industry in the hopes of providing some insight into industry people’s day-to-day lives and to help people in the industry connect with each other.
Read MoreAs a non-native English speaker, you’ve probably exhausted all your options when it comes to finding a company to teach for. You’re ready to start teaching English online, but so frustrated with company after company requiring “native English speaker” as a prerequisite. Today, I’m here to tell you that a) I see you! and b) there are still some options out there.
Read MoreTeaching English online has helped me to work from home, create an income, and build my own business. After teaching English online for three years, I have learned a few things that I wish I had known when I was starting.
Read MoreTeaching English to foreign students can be divided into two categories- teaching adults and teaching children. Though they both fall under the umbrella of TEFL, they in fact compromise two entirely different worlds. Each requires a different skillset and a different personality profile. Each has its own set of challenges, pros and cons and each has a different learning curve.
Read MoreAt a time like this pandemic, more and more South Africans are looking to find employment online.
However, it has increasingly become difficult for South African teachers to find jobs with online schools due to a number of reasons, namely: connection issues, nationality, gender, race (sorry, but it’s a thing).
There is no need to despair though, because we have scoured the interweb to find schools that will make it easier for you to be able to teach English online as a South African native speaker.
Read MoreA majority of the teachers you will see teaching online are female and this can turn many great male teachers away from a potentially rewarding work-at-home opportunity. With the overwhelming majority of online ESL teachers being female, male teachers might wonder if gender plays a role in getting hired and being successful.
Read MoreIt’s 2020 and teaching English online has never been easier. But with the ever-developing digital space now offering tools such as apps and online streaming services, we as online English teachers must be adaptable and ready to explore new paths to reach our students.
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