The Unspoken Power of a Simple Smile in the Classroom
It was a moment of pure, unadulterated frustration. The grammar point I had so carefully prepared was met with a sea of blank, confused faces. The activity I thought was foolproof had fallen flat. I felt like I was failing, my energy draining by the second. In a moment of desperation, I stopped talking. I took a deep breath, looked at my students, and simply smiled. The shift was immediate and alm...[Read More]
From Language Assistant to Certified Teacher: Your Pathway to Japan
So, you’ve spent a year immersed in the vibrant culture, navigating daily life in a new country. You’ve fallen in love with the experience of sharing your language and are now wondering: what’s the next step? Many language assistants find that their year abroad isn’t an endpoint—it’s a launchpad. The desire to transition into a full-fledged, certified teaching role is...[Read More]
The Silent Struggle in the Modern Classroom
You love teaching. You love your students and the magic that happens in the classroom. Yet, a quiet disillusionment is growing. You’re told to innovate, collaborate, and be a fantastic educator, but the daily reality feels miles away from that ideal. If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. The Innovation Paywall Scroll through any professional development feed or attend a conference. The...[Read More]
I just finished the certificat…
I just finished the certificate last week. It was a good short-term course for skill development. The training for teaching young learners was especially helpful. I feel more confident about teaching abroad now. It also helped me reconnect with my love for languages.
I’m currently in the middle of…
I’m currently in the middle of my course. It’s good for refreshing my skills. I’m looking forward to taking their advanced class next. It’s nice to get an international perspective on teaching.
Generally, I liked the discuss…
Generally, I liked the discussion parts of the course. It was a good refresher for me as a teacher. I feel pleased with how my skills have improved.
Overall, the course was a good…
Overall, the course was a good fit for me. As someone who likes to study independently, I appreciated the flexibility. The instructor, *******, was really helpful and clear. It gave me the confidence I needed to make a career change into teaching.
Looking at this course, 2) hav…
Looking at this course, 2) having finished a university certificate online before, 4) my main reason for joining was to meet people from all over. 1) As someone going through the program now, 5) I really appreciate the videos and diagrams as a visual learner. 3) It made me feel pretty good about the whole experience.
I recently completed the TEFL …
I recently completed the TEFL Hero refresher course. The structured lessons were a good fit for my learning style. It was a solid experience overall. I hope to use this certificate to live abroad and meet people. I’d consider taking another one of their courses in the future.
My main goal was to find a lif…
My main goal was to find a life with more flexibility. I just finished the short-term course and I’m really pleased. Being someone who learns best through talking things out, the discussion-focused style was perfect for me.
1) Just finished the intensive…
1) Just finished the intensive course with TEFL Freedom. 3) It was a lot of work, but I feel really prepared now. 6) The whole experience has honestly inspired me to just go for it. 5) My main motivation is to try living somewhere completely new. 4) The instructors were so helpful and positive the whole time.
Looking back on my time with t…
Looking back on my time with the course, I just finished the 200-hour diploma. I feel pretty content with how it all went. The whole experience has made me proud of what I achieved. My main motivation was always to go and explore new cultures.