Teaching English Abroad Archives - BridgeUniverse - TEFL Blog, News, Tips & Resources https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/category/teach-english-abroad/ Your go-to site for TEFL news, resources, and more. Download free ebooks and infographics to save for later and catch up on the latest teaching tips and trends written by our experts. Fri, 06 Dec 2024 12:32:45 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.6.2 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/cropped-fav-32x32.png Teaching English Abroad Archives - BridgeUniverse - TEFL Blog, News, Tips & Resources https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/category/teach-english-abroad/ 32 32 From Novice to Native: How Long Does It Take to Learn English? https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/how-long-does-it-take-to-learn-english/ Thu, 05 Dec 2024 20:01:53 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=36825 At Bridge, we work with executives and professionals eager to improve their English skills for business purposes. One of the most common questions we get asked is, “How long does […]

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]]> How to Teach Kids English: Everything You Need to Know About ESL for Young Learners https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/how-to-teach-kids-english/ Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:25:41 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=1746 Kids, children, and teens, collectively referred to as “young learners,” make up one of the most common student demographics within the TEFL industry, and teaching this group, which is common in Asia, Europe, and online, poses unique challenges and rewards for English teachers. Learn more about how to teach kids English!

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]]> 10 ESL Activities to Explore Global Holidays and Traditions https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/esl-holiday-activities/ Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:47:39 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=35658 Looking to bring the joy of global celebrations into your ESL classroom? These 10 ESL holiday activities are perfect for exploring world traditions, sharing favorite customs, and building language skills. […]

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]]> Teaching English Abroad Requirements: What Do You Really Need? https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/teaching-english-abroad-requirements/ https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/teaching-english-abroad-requirements/#respond Tue, 08 Oct 2024 17:13:00 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=2416 When it comes to qualifying to teach English abroad, what do you really need? There are considerations such as TEFL certification, degree, experience, and more, and requirements vary depending on where you want to teach. We'll give you a breakdown of what's required to teach in locations worldwide.

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]]> https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/teaching-english-abroad-requirements/feed/ 0 What Is TESOL? What Is TEFL? Which Certificate Is Better – TEFL or TESOL? https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/what-is-tesol/ https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/what-is-tesol/#respond Mon, 07 Oct 2024 20:02:00 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=1439 You’ve been doing your research into getting certified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) and you keep running across the term TESOL. So, what is TESOL? Is the certification the same as TEFL, and which one do you need?

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]]> https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/what-is-tesol/feed/ 0 The Importance of Transferable Skills for ESL/EFL Students https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/importance-of-transferable-skills-for-ell-students/ Fri, 27 Sep 2024 21:47:19 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=33503 In today’s rapidly evolving world, the ability to adapt, communicate effectively, and solve problems creatively is more important than ever. For ESL students, transferable skills are crucial for success in […]

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]]> 10 Strategies to Help Struggling English Language Learners https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/help-struggling-english-language-learners/ Sun, 15 Sep 2024 18:35:03 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=33711 It’s common for English language learners to struggle. Students may struggle for a variety of reasons – lack of confidence, learning style, and time constraints to name a few. The […]

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]]> Motivating Adult English Learners Through Progress Reporting on a Micro-Scale https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/motivating-adult-english-learners-through-progress-reporting-on-a-micro-scale/ Sat, 14 Sep 2024 20:07:50 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=33535 Keeping adult English language learners motivated can be challenging, especially when progress feels slow or hard to measure. One effective strategy to boost motivation is micro-scale progress reporting. By breaking […]

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]]> Best Reward Systems for Teaching English Online or In-Person https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/reward-system-teaching-english/ https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/reward-system-teaching-english/#respond Fri, 13 Sep 2024 13:54:00 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=16310 Whether it’s about reciting the alphabet well or being able to strike up a conversation in English, nothing makes you feel prouder as an ESL teacher than your students’ achievements. […]

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]]> https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/reward-system-teaching-english/feed/ 0 How to Motivate ESL Students: 10 Sure-Fire Ways to Inspire Learning https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/how-to-motivate-esl-students/ Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:50:44 +0000 https://bridge.edu/tefl/blog/?p=33584 Teaching English as a foreign language comes with its own unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to keeping students motivated. Whether you’re teaching online or in person, figuring […]

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