There are numerous scales for assessing language proficiency, with three of the most widely known being the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), the American Council for Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) and the Interagency Language Roundtable (ILR).
Typically, formal testing takes place to ascertain your true level, but nothing is stopping you from self-assessing to give yourself an idea of your level. Just remember to be honest with yourself! Click here to read more.. »
Want to see the world while you work? Join the military.
What to see the world while you work and give someone a skill that will change their life? Become a teacher.
That look on the kids’ faces when they run into class to tell you about their day. The thrill from watching a student gain confidence in their ability. Looking at your students’ progress with pride. Language teaching is one of the most rewarding career choices out there. Click here to read more.. »
So, the eternal question. How often do I study?
The answer: as much as you can, as often as you can.
Simple huh? I’m being serious… Click here to read more.. »
Planning a lesson can be hard work. It may even take longer than teaching the lesson itself when you’re still a novice teacher. For example, my first ever week of teaching took me around 3 hours of preparation each day for just 5-7 hours of class.
Imagine having to work 9-10 hour days just to touch your dreams. How long could you last? My answer – not very long. Click here to read more.. »
You always hear about how busy people are these days and I suppose it’s true. But really, how much time do we lose each day? I would guesstimate that I lose at least 2 hours everyday.
How did I come to that figure?
- Driving to work: 40 minutes
- Showering: 20 minutes
- Waiting in queues: 5 minutes
- On hold on the phone: 5 minutes
- Shopping: 20 minutes
- Driving home from work: 40 minutes
- Cooking dinner: 30 minutes
- Exercising: 30 minutes Click here to read more.. »
