Audio-Lingual Method The Audio-Lingual Method (Audio-Lingualism) is based on the behaviourist belief that language learning is the acquisition of a…
Task-Based Learning
Task-Based Learning (TBL) Task-based Learning offers an alternative to PPP for language teachers. In a task-based lesson, the teacher doesn’t pre-determine…
Seating Arrangements for the Classroom
Seating, Communication & Control in the Classroom Most seating arrangements designed for the TEFL classroom have two clear objectives – to…
Making Corrections in the Classroom
Making Corrections Don’t be fooled, making corrections is a fundamental part of being a teacher. The essence of a TEFL…
Checking Student Understanding
Checking student understanding in the TEFL Classroom Checking student understanding is important so that the students understand what we want from…
Drilling in the TEFL Classroom
Introducing new material through drilling Drilling is a fundamental part of introducing new material, especially when teaching students who are…
TEFL: Gestures & Cueing
Gestures & Cueing It is common sense that students in an EFL classroom may not always understand what their instructor…
TEFL Lesson Planning
Lesson Planning Lesson planning is simply a step-by-step guide to what an EFL teacher plans to do in the classroom…
TEFL Board Work
Organizing your Board Work Organizing your board work for a more effective TEFL lesson is the mark of a skilled EFL…
TEFL Methodology: PPP
Presentation, Practice, Production (PPP) TEFL Methodology taught in most TEFL training programs is generally “PPP” or Presentation, Practice, and Production.…