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iBT TOEFL course w/ complete lesson plan (Resources) -- Diane Pirie 21 May 2006

As an experienced TOEFL teacher (8 years) and a published author (2 English Grammar text books and 2 ESL programs), I have created a 3-month iBT TOEFL course with complete lesson plans. The iBT is so ...

Teacher feedback needed (Resources) -- Anthony Schneider 20 May 2006

hi everyone, I am launching a new website for Teachers and Students on June 23rd 2006. The web site is almost complete and we are now finalizing the marketing for teacher recruitment. I would like ...

TEFL course in india -- DARSHITA 20 May 2006

I would like to do TEFL course. Could anybody tell which is the best one. I am a bit confused as there are a few of them from Kolkatta offering the course. Is it available in any other Indian City

CELTA is useful -- Maryam 10 May 2006

YES the CELTA is highly recognized in ESL teaching. I got my certification 4 years ago and since then I've taught in a school in Qatar and now I'm teaching at AMIDEAST in Jordan. The CELTA ...

Asia's First (Pioneering) Free On-line IELTS -- Vicheka Lay 10 May 2006

IELTS stands for “International English Language Testing System.â€

Seeking TEFL Course in China -- Radek 10 May 2006

as stated in topic: I am searching for a TEFL course in China . Does anyone know a good place to go to ?? I can do that over the summer, starting from August till the end of September. Any help will ...

www.teachenglish.co.uk London Teachers Training College(Questions About Schools) -- grace 24 April 2006

Can some please advise is The London Teachers Training College www.teachenglish.co.uk TESOL program valid? This college offers Master of Arts - St Clement University. This university has no physical ...

TESOL SCAM? HELP (Questions About Schools) -- Tameka 17 April 2006

Hi, I just got offered this great special to do a DipTESOL through the 'regent international univerity'(www.regentinternational.net) and they reckon that no experience or qualificaitons are ...

Interesting, but... -- 5 April 2006

Very interesting Henry, but I did not see the sources for your research. Through the thread you claimed things about certain people (such as Alan Moler), but not knowing who any of you actually are I ...

Help with Choosing a TEFL Program-Madrid (Spain, General) -- Hannah 4 April 2006

Hi, I am wondering if anyone can help with choosing a reputable TEFL program in Madrid? I have an MA in Education and am currently an ESOL teacher in the USA. I want to go to Spain to open up the ...

How to Score High on English TOEIC, TOEF (Resources) -- Ross Mcbride 29 March 2006

Score HIGH on NEW English Tests Why international students fail English tests Students fail because they do not understand the test requirements. Students fail because they underestimate the large ...

Finding a good TESOL course (Questions About Schools) -- Cathy 10 March 2006

Hello, With so many TESOL courses out there, how do I know which are good and bad? Are there certain accreditations I should be looking for? I'd like to teach in Asia; do you recommend any ...

Finding a good TESOL course - TESOL-TE (School News/Adverts) -- Ish 12 April 2006

When choosing a course to do there are a few things to be aware of. You will want to choose a course that is internationally-recognized. This means that it meets the standards which schools are ...

Re: Finding a Good TESOL Course (Masters) -- Dr. Yanni Zack- ESL Teaching Tips 13 March 2006

Cathy, I read your post about finding a good TESOL Course. My recommendation would be to go to a recognized University and obtain a MA in TESOL. Make sure the University offers a degree- and one that ...

Grants -- Jo Baker 14 February 2006

I am wondering whether you have received any replies. I too am looking for a scholarship or grant and having a hard time of it. Glad to know I have some company, but hope you have found some ...

Looking for Partners (General) -- TEFLguru.com 8 February 2006

I'm looking for a partner who has experience or knowledge in the field of TEFL industry to develop http://www.TEFLguru.com. contact me if you are interested. Rgds, Binoy Pillai ...

tefl international (Questions About Schools) -- jww 2 February 2006

I have been looking for a TEFL course for a few weeks and I have come to the conclusion that they are ALL MONEY-SPINNERS for ALL involved, apart from the students. All this Cambridge and Trinity is ...

payment plans -- Doug C 21 January 2006

Does anyone know of any programs that offer affordable payment plans? I am looking for anything that is credible and offer payment plans while studying, instead of large payments or full payment ...

IELTS Tips and Tricks -- Svend Nelson 19 January 2006

Everyone’s biggest problem with Writing Task is finishing both tasks on time. What no one tells you is that if you don’t finish either one, you lost a whole band point. This never has ...

IELTS Tips and Tricks (Native_Speakers) -- Svend Nelson 19 January 2006

The IELTS Listening test comes first, and many candidates find it a hard, sometime even discouraging, way to get started. The IELTS Listening task tests a diverse range of skills, and many people ...

IELTS Examination Tip: Timing Yourself -- Svend Nelson 19 January 2006

While the IELTS Examination is carefully monitored by proctors, no one will tell you how to use the time you are allotted for each section of the test. Watch your watch, or the clock in the ...

Online and Distance Courses (School News/Adverts) -- TESOL MANAGEMENT COLLEGE 22 December 2005

TESOL/TEFL Certificate courses by online and distance-learning. Courses from introductory to diploma leveL. For details contact: tesolcollege@usa.com tesolcollege@london.com tesolcollege@europe.com

inquiry re:tesol management college -- mary moore 6 January 2006

To WHom It May Concern, I read your ad in ESL Teacher's Board. I am Mary Moore, an experienced English teacher and is interested to take a diploma or certificate on EFL/ESL course online. Please ...

really? Online -- Henry 23 December 2005

How can you be "online" when there isn't a website? Those are just email addresses!

TELL (China, Resources) -- Alan 12 December 2005

Anyone doing tefl teaching in china?

Im finding one tooo (Philippines, Questions About Schools) -- Viviene Grace Vargas 28 November 2005

There's one in Makati. Its ECI. Check out their website. www.ecitesol.com.. Im still finding other institutions. I want other choices. If you guys have any other suggestions please email me. ...

Im getting frustrated (Native_Speakers) -- Viviene Grace Vargas 28 November 2005

Why are all job openings only for native english speakers? Yes, Im a Filipino but I can speak and teach English like any other native speakers can. Poor me. Born and raised in a non native english ...

i can see where you're coming from (Native_Speakers) -- loords 6 December 2005

hi viviene. i'm also an aspiring filipina efl teacher. i think the best that we could do to have competitive resumes is to enroll in a TEFL certification course. and also convince employers that ...