English is a global language. Every one in four people in the world speaks English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
People all over the world speak English for one or another reason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Let\u2019s be a little descriptive about the reasons people learning English<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Reasons<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEnglish is the language of communication globally. The English language is used all over the world for communication while travelling, for shopping, for speaking with foreigners, etc. If you can communicate in English no matter where you go, your life will be easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
English is the language for business. From a shop vendor to people in the trading business English is a prerequisite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Business meeting<\/strong>– If you are doing some international business and your clients are from a different country and speaking different languages then definitely English as an international language comes into play.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCustomer service<\/strong> \u2013 your customer can be a speaker of any language, if you know English you can build a relationship with your customer and help them.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMarketing and communication<\/strong>– while doing business your customer can be a speaker of any language and so translating your product into English is the best effective way to increase your sales. As English is a common language for communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\nEnglish is the language of learning and higher education. The world\u2019s top universities and colleges teach in the English language. If you want admission to any of these colleges or universities then, the English language is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Learning and gaining knowledge <\/strong>in English is easier as the material whether it is books or e-learning is easily available.55% world’s webpage is written in English.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIF you know English you can be a part of international conferences and events.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nEnglish literature<\/strong> has always been in the top-notch in the world. You can have the pleasure to read the famous literature.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDue to the global requirement English is being taught and learned at different levels and for different purposes. Learners can be of different age groups, bilingual, different professions and wanted to learn English for a specific purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here I have listed some basic purposes for teaching English.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nCheck- TEFL certification course in Delhi<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nPurposes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nTeaching English for Academic Purposes.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/graduation.jpg\")
\nMortar board and a graduation diploma<\/figcaption>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThis means teaching English to non-native speakers for their higher studies in English-speaking institutes. Students need to have linguistic and communicative competence for their studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Teaching English for Specific Purposes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/business-presentation.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThis means teaching English to people with indefinite employment. They need to have vocabulary and language skills according to their field. Like business English focuses on vocabulary related to a business presentation, report writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Teaching English for Exam Purposes.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/exams-concept-illustration_114360-1655.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThis means teaching English to the learners preparing for the exams like IELTS and TOEFL. They need to improve their grammar and vocabulary and train them according to the exam requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Teaching English for Young Learners<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/young-learners.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nTeaching English to young learners is more in the case of Asia and Europe. In Asia and Europe English has been included in the national curriculum due to the global scenario. You can either teach in a private school or a public school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Language teaching methodologies.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe direct method<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe direct method or the Natural method uses only target language. This method focuses on oral skills and students are not allowed to use other languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Grammar translation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/translate-Copy.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIn this method, students learn by the translation of the languages. They also learn grammar rules. This method is the traditional way of learning a language and usually helpful for people who want to study literature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Audio-lingual<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis method is practicing dialogues of every situation. The language is learned by constant practice. It is also known as New Key Method or Army Method and based on behaviorist theory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The structural approach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis method of teaching has to follow a certain structure or the order of grammar set to learn any language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Suggestopedia<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAccording to this theory, the learning environment depends on the physical surrounding and atmosphere of the classroom. All learners should feel equally comfortable and confident. The learning environment is created by the various arts and music sessions. Lessons are divided into three phases 1. Deciphering 2. Concert Session 3. Elaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Total physical response (TPR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/learning-by-doing.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This method is based on aural comprehension, where the students are taught by doing physical actions like \u2018stand up\u2019, \u2018sit down or close the door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Communicative language teaching (CLT)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis method is used to teach learners the basic communication skills more effectively and appropriate way, according to the real situation they would find themselves in. For example, thanking, asking for help, inviting, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The silent way<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIn this method learning class is in the control of students rather than the tutor. Students are encouraged to correct their own mistakes and teachers speak as little as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Community language learning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis method focuses on building a bond between teacher and student. In this method, the mother tongue is used for translation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Immersion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIn this method, the target language is used to learn other subjects as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For example, in non-native English speaking country students will have subjects like science, math, humanities in English including English subjects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Task-based language learning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nAs the name suggests students are allotted certain tasks and use English language skills to complete the task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The natural approach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIn this approach, students are exposed to the language which is comprehensible or made comprehensible for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The lexical syllabus<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThis method is based on computer analysis which identifies the most commonly used words and teaches accordingly. Great emphasis is placed on the use of authentic words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There is always a demand for English teachers all over the world. If you are looking to make teaching English a career, then know about EFL and ESL world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What it takes to become an educator in your country or abroad<\/strong>?<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is EFL?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEFL is an abbreviation for \u201cEnglish as a foreign language\u201d. This mainly refers to learning English in a country where English is not a native language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What is ESL?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nESL is an abbreviation for \u201cEnglish as a second language\u201d. This mainly refers to learning English in a country where English is a native language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Difference between EFL and ESL.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEFL <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHow can you become EFL teacher?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nYou need either of this course to become a certified EFL teacher<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Postgraduate course<\/li>
- TEFL course<\/li>
- Assistant <\/li>
- Professional training<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Postgraduate <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A postgraduate course will give you more opportunities, and yes having a degree is better than not having one. You will be qualified as an English teacher. At the university level, you can choose between the subjects like English, Linguistics, Education studies, Foreign languages for your postgraduation degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Requirements are-<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A degree in any subject for a postgraduate course<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2 to 3 A levels or equivalent <\/p>\n\n\n\n
TEFL course<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nTEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign language) course can be taken either from the college or training centers available all over the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TEFL course and certification <\/a>vary according to the college and training centres providing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIt might be full-time\/part-time, classroom\/online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The requirement again varies according to the institute. The basic requirement is you need to know English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can get more information about TEFL from Henry Harvin education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Assistant<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can work as a teaching language assistant in schools abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For this, you only need to complete two years in higher education<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You do not need any extra qualification <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Professional training<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nLevel 5 diploma in education and training also certifies you as an EFL teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Along with being certified you need to have extra skills to become an EFL teacher. After all, you will be guiding the learners and they will look upon you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Skills you should have as an EFL teacher<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/skills-concept-education-training-.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\n- Knowledge of the English language.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Verbal communication skills.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- English reading skills.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Writing skills.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Lesson planning and course designing skills<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Need to be well versed in teaching material (software and apps)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Classroom management skills.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Analytic knowledge.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Where can you work as an EFL teacher?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nYou can work at a college or school and teach at an academic level. You can also work at language schools or institutes either in-person or online. You can be a personal tutor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can also get international experience if you work abroad as an EFL teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Your career growth<\/strong>.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.henryharvin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/career-growth.jpg\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nYou can work as an EFL teacher in the beginning and with the experience, further qualification, and training you can become a professor, progress to a management position in a school or institute, or have your own institute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Who will be the students?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nEFL students are the ones learning English as a foreign language in their own country. So, the experience of the students might be the same. Students will be learning English in the classroom and the rest of the time they will be speaking in their mother tongue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Classroom management for EFL students.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\nAlthough EFL and ESL sound similar teaching strategies are different in both cases. Since EFL teachers come across the students who are learning English as a foreign language, lesson plans and teaching methods can be made accordingly. EFL students needed to be taught academically mostly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Customer service<\/strong> \u2013 your customer can be a speaker of any language, if you know English you can build a relationship with your customer and help them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Marketing and communication<\/strong>– while doing business your customer can be a speaker of any language and so translating your product into English is the best effective way to increase your sales. As English is a common language for communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n English is the language of learning and higher education. The world\u2019s top universities and colleges teach in the English language. If you want admission to any of these colleges or universities then, the English language is a must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Learning and gaining knowledge <\/strong>in English is easier as the material whether it is books or e-learning is easily available.55% world’s webpage is written in English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n IF you know English you can be a part of international conferences and events.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n English literature<\/strong> has always been in the top-notch in the world. You can have the pleasure to read the famous literature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Due to the global requirement English is being taught and learned at different levels and for different purposes. Learners can be of different age groups, bilingual, different professions and wanted to learn English for a specific purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Here I have listed some basic purposes for teaching English.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Check- TEFL certification course in Delhi<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n This means teaching English to non-native speakers for their higher studies in English-speaking institutes. Students need to have linguistic and communicative competence for their studies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This means teaching English to people with indefinite employment. They need to have vocabulary and language skills according to their field. Like business English focuses on vocabulary related to a business presentation, report writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This means teaching English to the learners preparing for the exams like IELTS and TOEFL. They need to improve their grammar and vocabulary and train them according to the exam requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Teaching English to young learners is more in the case of Asia and Europe. In Asia and Europe English has been included in the national curriculum due to the global scenario. You can either teach in a private school or a public school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The direct method or the Natural method uses only target language. This method focuses on oral skills and students are not allowed to use other languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this method, students learn by the translation of the languages. They also learn grammar rules. This method is the traditional way of learning a language and usually helpful for people who want to study literature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This method is practicing dialogues of every situation. The language is learned by constant practice. It is also known as New Key Method or Army Method and based on behaviorist theory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This method of teaching has to follow a certain structure or the order of grammar set to learn any language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n According to this theory, the learning environment depends on the physical surrounding and atmosphere of the classroom. All learners should feel equally comfortable and confident. The learning environment is created by the various arts and music sessions. Lessons are divided into three phases 1. Deciphering 2. Concert Session 3. Elaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n This method is based on aural comprehension, where the students are taught by doing physical actions like \u2018stand up\u2019, \u2018sit down or close the door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This method is used to teach learners the basic communication skills more effectively and appropriate way, according to the real situation they would find themselves in. For example, thanking, asking for help, inviting, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this method learning class is in the control of students rather than the tutor. Students are encouraged to correct their own mistakes and teachers speak as little as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This method focuses on building a bond between teacher and student. In this method, the mother tongue is used for translation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this method, the target language is used to learn other subjects as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For example, in non-native English speaking country students will have subjects like science, math, humanities in English including English subjects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As the name suggests students are allotted certain tasks and use English language skills to complete the task.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In this approach, students are exposed to the language which is comprehensible or made comprehensible for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This method is based on computer analysis which identifies the most commonly used words and teaches accordingly. Great emphasis is placed on the use of authentic words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is always a demand for English teachers all over the world. If you are looking to make teaching English a career, then know about EFL and ESL world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n What it takes to become an educator in your country or abroad<\/strong>?<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n EFL is an abbreviation for \u201cEnglish as a foreign language\u201d. This mainly refers to learning English in a country where English is not a native language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ESL is an abbreviation for \u201cEnglish as a second language\u201d. This mainly refers to learning English in a country where English is a native language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You need either of this course to become a certified EFL teacher<\/p>\n\n\n\n Postgraduate <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n A postgraduate course will give you more opportunities, and yes having a degree is better than not having one. You will be qualified as an English teacher. At the university level, you can choose between the subjects like English, Linguistics, Education studies, Foreign languages for your postgraduation degree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Requirements are-<\/p>\n\n\n\n A degree in any subject for a postgraduate course<\/p>\n\n\n\n 2 to 3 A levels or equivalent <\/p>\n\n\n\n TEFL course<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign language) course can be taken either from the college or training centers available all over the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n TEFL course and certification <\/a>vary according to the college and training centres providing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n It might be full-time\/part-time, classroom\/online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The requirement again varies according to the institute. The basic requirement is you need to know English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can get more information about TEFL from Henry Harvin education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Assistant<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n You can work as a teaching language assistant in schools abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For this, you only need to complete two years in higher education<\/p>\n\n\n\n You do not need any extra qualification <\/p>\n\n\n\n Professional training<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Level 5 diploma in education and training also certifies you as an EFL teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Along with being certified you need to have extra skills to become an EFL teacher. After all, you will be guiding the learners and they will look upon you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can work at a college or school and teach at an academic level. You can also work at language schools or institutes either in-person or online. You can be a personal tutor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n You can also get international experience if you work abroad as an EFL teacher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can work as an EFL teacher in the beginning and with the experience, further qualification, and training you can become a professor, progress to a management position in a school or institute, or have your own institute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n EFL students are the ones learning English as a foreign language in their own country. So, the experience of the students might be the same. Students will be learning English in the classroom and the rest of the time they will be speaking in their mother tongue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Although EFL and ESL sound similar teaching strategies are different in both cases. Since EFL teachers come across the students who are learning English as a foreign language, lesson plans and teaching methods can be made accordingly. EFL students needed to be taught academically mostly.<\/p>\n\n\n\nPurposes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Teaching English for Academic Purposes.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\nTeaching English for Specific Purposes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nTeaching English for Exam Purposes.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nTeaching English for Young Learners<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nLanguage teaching methodologies.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The direct method<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Grammar translation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nAudio-lingual<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The structural approach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Suggestopedia<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Total physical response (TPR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nCommunicative language teaching (CLT)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The silent way<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Community language learning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Immersion<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Task-based language learning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The natural approach<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The lexical syllabus<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What is EFL?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What is ESL?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Difference between EFL and ESL.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
EFL <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How can you become EFL teacher?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Skills you should have as an EFL teacher<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhere can you work as an EFL teacher?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Your career growth<\/strong>.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWho will be the students?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Classroom management for EFL students.<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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