Types of word – Introduction

You’ll likely already be aware of some of the topics we’ll cover here – such as verbs and nouns etc. However, when it comes to teaching them to students, there are certain techniques that are useful to learn. For other topics, such as sentence structures and tenses, it may be daunting how much there is to remember.

It’s important to note here that early on in your TEFL career, you won’t be expected to have full mastery of every intricate detail about the English language. There are countless grammar patterns, phrase structures, word roots, rule exceptions and more. Your knowledge of these will build as you gain more classroom experience and will add to your value as a seasoned teacher.

What is vital, however, is that you’re familiar with the frameworks and foundations of the language, and can use this understanding to prepare lessons for specific topics as you encounter them in your syllabus.