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Using Topic-based Teaching to Ace Your EFL Lessons
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

Using Topic-based Teaching to Ace Your EFL Lessons

With the festive season round the corner, you might want to consider introducing some topic based teaching into your lessons. Topic-based lessons can be a great way to increase engagement in the classroom, as well as bring in some fun activities.

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How to Choose Your Perfect TEFL Course
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

How to Choose Your Perfect TEFL Course

Finding the right course provider can really make or break your TEFL journey, so we’ve put this guide together to make your decision making process a little easier.

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Our Ultimate Back to School Guide
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

Our Ultimate Back to School Guide

While we might not be ready to admit it yet, summer will soon come to a close. That means one thing - it’s time for a new academic year. For an EFL teacher, this brings new students, a new classroom, a new school, or even a new country! TEFL can take you anywhere, so it’s important to be prepared for any eventuality.

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Your TEFL Summer Starts Now!
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

Your TEFL Summer Starts Now!

How will you spend your summer? A TEFL certification can be a great solution to a fulfilling summer break! In this blog, we’ll take a look your potential TEFL pathways.

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A Guide to Maximising Student Engagement
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

A Guide to Maximising Student Engagement

You start your lesson and are greeted with a classroom full of blank faces - is there anything worse? In this bog, we’ll take you through some of our most used engagement strategies to produce successful and positive learning.

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All About Teaching Online
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

All About Teaching Online

We understand it can be overwhelming to take your first steps into teaching online, but don’t worry! We’ve put together some of our favourite online teaching resources that will enhance your virtual classroom, including introducing you to our Teaching Online course!

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Your Guide to Teaching with Limited Resources
Mia Nicholson Mia Nicholson

Your Guide to Teaching with Limited Resources

As an EFL teacher it’s essential for you to be prepared for scenarios where you might be faced with limited teaching resources. We’ll run through some of our tips and tricks, and introduce you to our Teaching with Limited Resources course.

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Travel Guide: Teach English in Lisbon
Mia Nicholson Mia Nicholson

Travel Guide: Teach English in Lisbon

If you’re looking for your next teaching destination, Lisbon will tick all your boxes. The city is full of life, known for its ornate architecture, lively streets, friendly locals, and warm temperatures all year round. The perfect coastal location, buzzing city life is perfectly balanced with the picturesque, serene beaches.

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Introducing our Interactive Online TEFL Courses!
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

Introducing our Interactive Online TEFL Courses!

We are so excited to share with you our brand new Interactive Online TEFL Courses. We’ve been working hard to create brand new dynamic and interactive content that will keep you engaged throughout your learning journey. We’re giving you an exclusive sneak peek into what you can expect to find on the course.

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Technology and TEFL - Helpful or Hindrance?
Mia Nicholson Mia Nicholson

Technology and TEFL - Helpful or Hindrance?

It seems that today’s smartphone generation can’t go two minutes without checking their phone. TikTok, Instagram, Twitter… the entire internet is one tap away. As we move through the Information Age, the use of technology in the classroom is becoming increasingly popular. Should we embrace a technology filled TEFL classroom, or should we do as the French do and ban it on entry?

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TEFL Work Guide: Vietnam
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

TEFL Work Guide: Vietnam

With its breath-taking landscapes and exquisite cuisine, Vietnam should next be on your list of adventures. From the sandy beaches of Con Dao, to the vibrant cities of Hanoi, or the exceptional views of the Marble Mountains, Vietnam has something for everyone - it’s a hugely diverse country! The TEFL market in Vietnam is growing rapidly, so it’s definitely one to consider.

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Can a TEFL course really change my life?
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

Can a TEFL course really change my life?

When it comes to TEFL, you might wonder “what can I really do with my qualification? What will I gain?” Well, there’s a LOT of benefits to being qualified to teach English as a foreign or second language. It could really change your life.

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TEFL Work Guide: China
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

TEFL Work Guide: China

The buzz of the lunar new year is still in the air, the ideal time for personal reflection and thinking about what good you can bring into your new year. With that being said, thinking about taking your TEFL career to China might be where you go next. The country has a lot to offer in terms of culture, experiences and TEFL opportunities.

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Happy Lunar New Year!  新年快乐!
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

Happy Lunar New Year! 新年快乐!

For many of us, the new year celebrations ended weeks ago, but for others, they’re only just beginning. The Lunar New Year commenced on January 22nd, and so began a whole host of traditions and celebrations. Unlike western new year celebrations, which always take place on the 31st December, the Lunar New Year is celebrated at different times every year as it’s based around the Lunar calendar.

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New Year, New Career - It’s time to start your TEFL Journey
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

New Year, New Career - It’s time to start your TEFL Journey

Happy New Year! We hope you enjoyed the festive period and wish you a happy and healthy 2023! Have you made any new year's resolutions? The last few years have been unlike any other, with plenty of ups and downs – so we thought it would be a good idea to look back at what 2022 brought and look forward to what 2023 might have in store.

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Festive Traditions Around the World
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

Festive Traditions Around the World

As an EFL teacher, you could be working from anywhere in the world. You’re exposed to many different cultures and customs and it can be great to incorporate some festive traditions into your teaching. Let’s have a look at some of the most popular festive traditions around the world.

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Christmas and the TEFL Classroom!
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

Christmas and the TEFL Classroom!

It’s that time of year again - Christmas is nearly here! If you’re working in a country that celebrates this festive season, it’s a great time to introduce some fun activities in your classroom! It’s a good opportunity to teach your students about your culture, the history of Christmas and find some fun ways to celebrate!

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TEFL in The USA - What Opportunities Await You?
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

TEFL in The USA - What Opportunities Await You?

It might not be your first choice when it comes to considering where your TEFL journey will take you, or it might not have even crossed your mind at all, but there are some great opportunities to teach English in America.

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Halloween in the TEFL classroom!
Georgia Corry Georgia Corry

Halloween in the TEFL classroom!

Halloween is the perfect time to incorporate some fun and engaging games into the TEFL classroom. We share some of ou favourites on this blog.

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