The TEFL Academy Blog

There are many different ways of teaching different grammatical structures, but usually there are certain methods or activities which lend themselves to teaching a particular structure. The Present Perfect is…

There are a number of terms you need to become familiar with in TEFL and “eliciting” is one loved by TEFL trainers the world over. Eliciting is when you attempt…

While you may feel a bit intimidated by the thought of teaching your first class, don’t forget that you have to get through the interview first! Job interviews can be…

Make no mistake: Young Learners can be a handful. Teaching Young Learners is a whole different ball game to adults and there are many different things you need to keep…

The first few minutes of a class are a really important part of the lesson. These few minutes are when your students get settled, get into English-mode and start to…

When teaching English as a foreign language, you will not only teach the grammar and vocabulary of the language but also the four skills: reading, listening, writing, and speaking. Reading…

During your TEFL career you are sure to teach in a variety of different situations. You may find yourself teaching kindergarten, high school, university students or professionals. On top of…

There are many different ideas behind the various teaching methods that are used in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms and each of them have their own pros and…

Being culturally aware is a definite must when you are a TEFL teacher. If you are living in a foreign country it is only natural to want to fit in…