2023-02-16 13:37
The Grammys. The Brit Awards. The Oscars.
Award season is once again upon us. We may not be as award-winning as Beyoncé or Harry Styles, but we’ve certainly got our fair s… Read More
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2023-02-06 08:09
Teaching English abroad is a very welcoming space.
You can do a teaching English as a foreign language (or TEFL) course if you:
have a degree or don’t have a degree,
have teachin… Read More
2023-01-30 11:54
Finding a job teaching English abroad in 2023 should be on your to-do list – if it’s not already! But the question is: What are the best countries to teach English abroad in 2023… Read More
2023-01-13 13:30
If you can believe it, another year has come and gone. 2023 has rolled around while some of us are still trying to get our heads around 2022. As with any new year, we’re bursting with… Read More
2022-12-30 07:22
New Year, new you, right?
If you’re the kind of person to make New Year resolutions then you’ve probably decided to exercise more, reduce your screen time, or be better with you… Read More
2022-12-20 15:00
Travelling is undoubtedly one of the major attractions for people to become teachers of English as a foreign language. After all, who wouldn’t want to get paid to travel around the wor… Read More
2022-12-06 16:52
“A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies . . . The man who never reads lives only one.”
George R. R. Martin
Reading has numerous benefits, we know this. Reading helps redu… Read More
2022-11-23 18:54
As a teacher of English as a foreign language (or TEFL teacher), you will have a lot on your mind. When planning lessons, you need to consider the educational background of your learners, th… Read More
2022-11-17 09:59
Teaching English as a foreign language abroad sounds like an exciting opportunity. Who wouldn’t want to travel the world, earning money and making friends – or teaching onl… Read More
2022-11-11 08:48
You say po-tay-to, I say po-tah-to…English accents are a funny thing. When it comes to English accents in the classroom, there are a few different issues at play:
What English accent… Read More
2022-11-02 08:20
Can I teach English in China if I don’t speak Chinese? Yes!
Do you speak English? Congratulations! You can train to be an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teacher!
How can I… Read More
2022-10-17 07:00
Being an English as a foreign language (EFL) teacher is no walk in the park, we all know that. Being a TEFL teacher requires patience, dedication, hard work and stamina, there’s no dou… Read More
2022-10-06 08:00
Dreaming of teaching English abroad, but with a twist? Maybe you are considering teaching English abroad but you’d rather not teach in China or South Korea or Vietnam – and you&r&hell…Read More
2022-09-22 09:11
So you know about teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL), but do you know about teaching Business English versus teaching General English? After all, TEFL teachers need to be flexible… Read More
2022-09-20 09:00
The English as a foreign language market (EFL) for Spanish speakers learning English is booming.
With youth unemployment at an all-time high of 50%, many Spaniards see proficiency in English… Read More
2022-09-15 09:09
Teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) has taken the world by storm. So much so that the idea of teaching English online or overseas has almost become a cliche. You’d be forgive… Read More
2022-09-13 07:00
Time is money.
Work smart, not hard.
Life’s too short for lesson prep*.
*Okay, so maybe we made this one up.
We have many sayings in English which remind us how precious our time i… Read More
2022-09-08 12:28
South Africa might be one of the most beautiful countries on the planet, but that doesn’t mean that we shouldn’t spread our wings and discover what lies beyond our borders. Livin… Read More
2022-09-01 12:00
Love it or hate it, an important part of leaving on a jet plane is packing. You’ve probably packed many times for day trips, weekend trips, backpacking trips or even long-ish holidays… Read More
2022-08-23 16:37
Once you qualify to teach English as a foreign language – to be a TEFL teacher – it can seem like the whole world is opening up for you. And it is. Now that you have an internati… Read More
2022-08-16 15:24
No matter how good your Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) qualification is – (even if it’s from The TEFL Academy!) – you are likely to have those butterflies in… Read More
2022-08-08 09:00
What’s that saying? Nothing in this life is certain, except death and taxes. But if you’ve ever had a job of any kind, you’ll know that job contracts can be added to this l… Read More
2022-07-26 07:36
With more and more people turning to teaching English as a foreign language – both abroad and online – you might be wondering if you are able to get a piece of the action. The go… Read More
2022-07-19 13:15
If you’ve been doing your research on teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL), you may have stumbled across a few stories which haven’t painted TEFL in a very good light. W… Read More
2022-07-06 10:44
Moving abroad is a big deal. Starting a new job is a big deal, especially when it’s an entirely new career. If you teach English as a foreign language abroad, you’ll have to deal… Read More
2022-06-28 17:26
Can you imagine waking up every day to a job you love, in a place you chose to live, getting paid well – and basically living your best life? Well, with teaching English as a for… Read More
2022-06-22 13:44
What is the average TEFL salary abroad, we hear you ask? Oh, if only we could give you a number.
There are not many things in life we can guarantee but when it comes to teaching English as a… Read More
2022-06-14 07:40
There are a number of misconceptions about teaching English as a foreign language abroad, which we’d like to take a minute to debunk right now:
MYTH: You need to speak the local langu… Read More
2022-06-07 12:00
There are few battles more hotly contested than that of CELTA vs TEFL. People from all over the world, with all different kinds of experiences, just can’t seem to agree on a few things… Read More
2022-05-31 12:00
“How do I apply for TEFL jobs abroad?”
This has to be one of the most common questions we’ve encountered since we began supplying TEFL graduates with the skills and knowle… Read More
2022-05-24 09:00
Doing a teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) course can be the beginning of a whole new life for many people. Having a TEFL certificate opens the doors to travelling and teaching wh… Read More
2022-05-17 08:25
The answer to the ultimate question of life, the universe and everything is 42.
Douglas Adams, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy
Reading is a not-so-secret educational weapon. Readi… Read More
2022-05-13 15:22
The world rushed online during COVID-19, accelerating the existing drift towards our lives becoming increasingly virtual. It is now entirely normal to go shopping, do our banking, play games… Read More
2022-05-04 12:00
If you’re thinking of doing a Teach English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) course (as you should!), you have probably realised what a big commitment this could be. After all, you might b… Read More
2022-04-28 12:00
Adulting is hard, we know this. For most of us, school was hard too. So, can you imagine what being an adult learner is like? Yep, you guessed it. Hard.
But hard does not mean impossible.&nb&hell…Read More
2022-04-26 12:00
The Kruger National Park, shisanyama, First Thursdays. There are so many reasons to love South Africa. But at the same time, South Africans know that there is more to the world than the Drak… Read More
2022-04-23 12:00
23 April may just seem like another day, but for English teachers and language lovers around the world, it is an opportunity to stop and celebrate the history, culture and achievements of th… Read More
2022-04-22 12:00
As teachers of English as a foreign language, we get to enjoy all the beauty the world has to offer as we travel the globe teaching English. After all, this is one of the great perks of our… Read More
2022-04-14 12:00
Once you’ve become a fully accredited teaching English as a Foreign language (TEFL) teacher, there is the small task of actually teaching which follows. Whilst securing that first job… Read More
2022-04-12 12:00
While it might seem like Christmas was just yesterday, it’s that time of year again when we are bombarded with chocolate eggs and eggs-tremely bad puns. Holidays and special occasi… Read More
2022-04-08 12:00
With everything that has been going on in Europe lately, there has been a lot of talk about teaching English to refugees.
Almost 4.2 million refugees have fled Ukraine as of March 202… Read More
2022-04-06 16:05
If someone asked you what you eat for breakfast every day, your answer may be something like eggs, bacon, toast, or cereal. These are just a few of the breakfast foods that the typical Europ… Read More
2022-04-05 09:24
BREAKING NEWS: Italy introduces a digital nomad visa!
After months of speculation and governmental talks, a new visa for remote workers was signed into law on 28 March 2022. So if you… Read More
2022-04-01 06:00
Yes, you read that right!
Here’s yet another reason to become a TEFL teacher: recent research has shown that TEFL teachers are considered highly attractive.
In a survey of 5,000… Read More
2022-03-31 12:00
Paris, France. Arguably one of the most popular and sought-after destinations for travellers both near and far, the City of Lights will surely captivate you. With its magnificent architectur… Read More
2022-03-31 12:00
Paris, France. Arguably one of the most popular and sought-after destinations for travellers both near and far, the City of Lights will surely captivate you. With its magnificent architectur… Read More
2022-03-29 10:20
The Beatles may have told us that all you need is love, but if we’re honest, we need money too!
No matter how much we love teaching, the bottom line is that teaching English a… Read More
2022-03-20 12:00
Smile! 20 March is the International Day of Happiness!
Created by the United Nations in 2012, the International Day of Happiness is celebrated around the world. It aims to remind people o… Read More
2022-03-08 12:03
There are many reasons we should celebrate the women in our lives, and International Women’s Day on 8th March is just one day we should be doing that.
Read more: Women in the TEFL C… Read More
2022-03-03 12:00
Did you know?
Children learn between 4 000 and 12 000 words a year through reading.By reading just 20 minutes a day, a person will read, on average, 1.8 million words a year.Rea… Read More
2022-02-28 12:00
Travelling is not always as simple as getting from A to B. Sometimes we need to go via C or D to get to where we want to go. Sometimes your trip can involve multiple flights, which can mean… Read More
2022-02-23 12:15
Florence, Italy. The capital city of the Tuscan region, and one of the most influential cities in Italian history. As one of the wealthiest cities of medieval Europe and the birthplace of th… Read More
2022-02-14 13:59
Picture this: you’ve completed your TEFL certificate and have just landed your dream job teaching in a small town in Brazil. You have never been to Brazil before, let alone South Ameri… Read More
2022-02-04 09:41
Recent mandatory COVID-19 restrictions require that all attendees to our Chicago courses provide proof of vaccination in addition to the previous precautionary measures. Additionally, all at… Read More
2022-02-03 10:35
Teaching children can be a rewarding but incredibly challenging task. Between making the lessons interesting and keeping the children’s attention for longer than five minutes, there&rs&hell…Read More
2022-02-02 09:56
Another one?!
Why yes, TTA friends, we have won another award! The Go Overseas Overall Top TEFL Course Provider of 2021, to be exact.
The Go Overseas awards are community awards, which… Read More
2022-02-01 08:37
After a long Janu-worry, it’s thankfully now time to welcome in a new month. This year, 1 February is also the first day of the Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or L… Read More
2022-01-28 12:57
PSSSST! Have you heard?
The TEFL Academy has been named one of GoAbroad’s Top Rated TEFL Certification Organizations 0f 2021!
And we’re not even going to bother to humble b… Read More
2022-01-26 12:19
The world is changing, and so is the way we teach children important lessons. Disabilities, race, and the idea of being different are a few topics that young children may not fully understan… Read More
2022-01-18 07:44
Every year thousands of visitors head to the beautiful country of South Africa, and we can’t blame them. If you’re one of the lucky ones who bags a flight to this fascinating cou… Read More
2022-01-10 14:32
Happy New Year!
¡ Feliz Año Nuevo!
Godt nytår!
Frohes Neues Jahr!
However you say it, we would like to wish you a prosperous and happy 2022.
But you kno… Read More
2022-01-10 14:23
Recent mandatory COVID-19 restrictions require that all attendees to our Berlin courses provide proof of vaccination in addition to the previous precautionary measures.
Upon arrival to th… Read More
2022-01-10 14:13
Recent mandatory COVID-19 restrictions require that all attendees to our Vancouver courses provide proof of vaccination in addition to the previous precautionary measures.
Upon arrival to… Read More
2022-01-02 14:05
We’ve already told you about the Loch Ness Monster, Thor’s hammer, the Flying Ducthman and Lorelei, and there are so many more we could talk about! Here are another four myths an… Read More
2021-12-30 09:24
All around the world there are towns and cities which have legends and myths which are told from generation to generation. Some myths act as warnings to run like the wind, while others tell… Read More
2021-12-27 17:03
When was the last time you watched a movie that truly inspired you? A film that made you relate or want to become that character to inspire others? Can’t remember? You’re in luck… Read More
2021-12-24 00:00
Can you believe it: Christmas is here again! Even if you’re more of a Grinch than a Christmas fan, the one great thing about holidays is that they offer up awesome Christmas classroom… Read More
2021-12-22 08:52
“I am going to lose weight this year!”
“I will get a bonus from my boss!”
“This year is going to be when I travel around the world!”
We all have… Read More
2021-12-16 12:43
Who said that teachers can’t be fun? Nowadays, due to the pandemic, teachers tend to have way more free time on their hands than they would like to. So instead of just mindlessly watch… Read More
2021-12-12 18:42
Social media has had a bit of a bad rap when it comes to education and the classroom.
Teachers disapprove of the use of phones to check Instagram during classes, parents lament the declin… Read More
2021-12-09 09:41
As the world changes, people are becoming more aware of their surroundings. Students are getting older and becoming curious about the idea of culture, disabilities, and social standards. The… Read More
2021-12-06 04:38
Everyone travelling abroad packs a little differently. There are two main groups of packers: The “less is more” type and the “it is better to pack more because you never kn… Read More
2021-12-01 00:00
Instructions may seem like a small and trivial part of an English as a Foreign Language lesson but, in fact, they are extremely important.
An EFL lesson is mostly a series of exercises,&n&hell…Read More
2021-11-29 00:00
Stephen Krashen is a well-known name in the EFL industry. His ideas and theories have been influential in the field of Teaching English as a Foreign Language, mostly because… Read More
2021-11-27 11:11
Adjectives are one of the first language structures we teach our English as a Foreign Language learners – and they can be one of the most fun too. The opportunities to teach adject… Read More
2021-11-25 15:17
Getting ready to set foot in the classroom? We are so excited for you to get in the classroom and begin your adventure teaching English as a Foreign Language. If you are in the middle of dec… Read More
2021-11-23 18:28
Teachers know everything, or so our students think! They can answer any questions, even the age-old gem “Who came first: the chicken or the egg?”.
Okay, maybe not so much! We… Read More
2021-11-22 00:00
Never overpay for a TEFL Course this Black Friday with our Beat Any Price Guarantee!
As one of the world’s leading TEFL course providers, this Black Friday week we have added our ne… Read More
2021-11-20 15:25
Whether you are a first-year English teacher or have been teaching for numerous years, decorating your classroom can be both exciting and stressful. We completely understand! You probably ha… Read More
2021-11-18 16:31
You finally received a teaching position, but you soon find out it’s in the middle of nowhere! Teaching in a small town or village does not sound as adventurous, unlike teaching in a b… Read More
2021-11-16 10:23
When we create special memories, we want to remember that moment forever. We want to relive the good times even when we get old. We want to take home a souvenir. A souvenir is something that… Read More
2021-11-15 09:56
You may have noticed a new face around these parts. Recognise this guy?
Well, we’d like to formally introduce you to Teffalo, the new TTA mascot.
Who is the TEFFALO?
Not s… Read More
2021-11-11 11:30
Looking for a job is not easy. You struggle to find the right company, struggle to get seen by the recruiter and struggle to find clients. Multiple problems come up as you pave your way to y… Read More
2021-11-08 12:00
The short answer is YES! You can teach English even if you are a non-native speaker.
If you know English, have a TEFL certificate, have a passion for teaching and energy, then you can do… Read More
2021-11-05 12:05
With the rise of globalization and opportunities to work virtually, virtual jobs are on the rise. Especially during a pandemic, many people prefer or are forced into working from home. Being… Read More
2021-11-04 11:34
Recent mandatory COVID-19 restrictions require that all attendees to our courses from the provide The Green Certification COVID-19. It is a digital and printable (paper) certification, which… Read More
2021-11-04 11:29
Recent mandatory government COVID-19 restrictions require that all attendees to our courses in Melbourne provide proof of their negative COVID-19 status.
Upon arrival to the course, the v… Read More
2021-11-04 11:23
Recent mandatory government COVID-19 restrictions in your location require that all attendees to our courses must provide proof of their negative covid status or immunity.
Upon arrival to… Read More
2021-11-04 11:18
Recent mandatory government COVID-19 restrictions require that all attendees entering the hotel to check-in with reception and provide proof of their full vaccination status.
Additi… Read More
2021-11-03 12:16
It is wonderful news that so many countries are welcoming travellers once again. Many adventurous souls have gathered at the entrances of airports, eager to fly towards unexplored destinatio… Read More
2021-10-29 11:11
If you can believe it, it’s Halloween already!
And while you are probably familiar with the pumpkins and trick-or-treating of Halloween in the United States, you might not realise t… Read More
2021-10-27 00:00
We can fill in a form, or fill out a form.
A slim chance and a fat chance are the same thing, but a wise man and a wise guy are… Read More
2021-10-25 11:26
The last few years have wreaked havoc on people’s lives all across the globe thanks to COVID-19. Many of us have started working from home, which has been both a blessing and a curse… Read More
2021-10-22 11:00
Have you ever thought about what the happiest country in the world is? Where in the world do the happiest people live? Why are they so happy? And can I teach there?
We have often pondered… Read More
2021-10-20 12:10
COVID 19 has influenced many of us to turn to online education. What else can we do while being locked up with relatives with no chance of escape? Completing online courses, however, has pro… Read More
2021-10-17 12:00
Choosing a TEFL course can be an overwhelming decision. One simple google and you will realise there are hundreds of TEFL course providers to choose from. To make it even more difficult, the… Read More
2021-10-15 12:00
Of all the age groups we can find ourselves teaching in a TEFL classroom, teens are often thought of the most challenging. Of course, this can be different for different teachers. Some teach… Read More
2021-10-11 12:00
Thinking about teaching English as a Foreign Language to adults and Young Learners? Not sure what to expect? You’re not alone – we’ve all been there.
Because we ha… Read More
2021-10-09 12:00
Are you thinking of becoming a teacher of English as a Foreign Language?
Congratulations on taking the first step to changing your life!
So you’re probably looking into doing a T… Read More
2021-10-07 11:16
With so many different teaching techniques and methods evolving all the time in the field of teaching English as a Foreign Language, it can be difficult to keep up. Which is why we’re… Read More
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