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TEFL, TESL and TESOL are each teaching certifications for individuals to teach English to those that want to learn the English language. Upon completion of either of the three certifications, the individual is qualified to teach English. However, where and who the individual can teach English to is varied based on their certification.  Want to learn more about TEFL, TESL and TESOL to discover which certification is right for you? DEA Canadian College has put together a guide for you to understand the differences between the three certifications: TEFL – (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) TEFL is the certification that ensures the individual has acquired the necessary skills and knowledge to teach English abroad. With TEFL, you are able to teach English to students who do not speak it as their first language. This certification is the most popular and widely recognized certification of the three across the world. The course educates you on how to teach the English language to students abroad that often have little or no English immersion where they live. The TEFL course is often centred around pertinent student topics such as resume preparation.  DEA Canadian College offers a TEFL preparation course for individuals that want to receive their certification. Our DEA’s Learning Centre’s TOEFL program will educate students in the required skills needed to obtain the TOEFL Core Certificate. TESL – (Teaching English as a Second Language) TESL is a qualification that allows the individual to educate students within Canada or in other countries where the first language is English. The TESL Canada certification allows you to teach those that reside in an English speaking country, but English is not their first language. You are often able to teach international students and newly arrived immigrants as a language support teacher educating students. TESL is recognized as an ESL certification in Canada, which allows you to educate students in native-English private schools or as a teacher at a private language school for immigrants. DEA Canadian College offers an ESL program to help individuals obtain their certification.  TESOL – (Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages) This certification is for individuals who have an interest in teaching English in English as a first language countries and non-English speaking countries. The course will prepare you with the necessary skills to teach the English language to individuals who speak other languages and other ESL and EFL strategies for teaching. Although the certification is primarily used for domestic teaching, individuals who completed the course could also use their skills internationally. DEA Canadian College’s TESOL program helps individuals prepare for the Cambridge Teaching Knowledge Test to give them the opportunity to teach English. DEA Canadian College is here to assist you in acquiring the skills to educate others in the English language. Our various academic programs and friendly staff will help you achieve your teaching dreams. We are accredited by Languages Canada, the national language education association. Register with us online today to get started! Related: Everything You need to know about TESOL Certification.

The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is a system that grades your English language skills on four components. This includes writing, speaking, reading and listening. Preparation for this type of test can be arduous with many hours of reading, writing, memorizing and preparing. Whether you took the test for immigration or a college application, the test can be difficult and some people are required to redo the initial test. The IELTS is part of the immigration process in Canada and often a requirement, especially for immigrant students attending University. To achieve a passing score on your next test date, here are a few DEA Canadian College tips on what you need to know for the IELTS: Study Vocabulary Carefully Reading frequently exposes you to many different words, phrases and spelling. When learning English, there is a significant amount of emphasis placed on putting words into the proper context each time. Pay close attention to the words you don’t know or understand, underline them and figure out their meaning. Be sure to connect what the word is to the supporting context so you fully understand the word’s use. Listen to challenging materials such as Canadian news to expose yourself to several new words. Consciously use the new words you learn as frequently as possible in conversation or in writing.  It takes 10 to 20 repetitions to have a word become part of your daily speech, so be sure to practice often! Read Often Be sure to have access to a credible English dictionary to be able to look up words at any time. Work out the meanings of these new words and make sure you do not translate back to your first language. During the exam, skim the text quickly to have a general idea of the text and not the specific rationale behind it. The goal is to get the answer correct, so be sure to read the question first, before the text itself. The test is divided into three sections with 40 questions and requiring a score of 7,380 correct answers for you to pass. Practice Your Writing Skills Writing down words consistently is crucial to helping you prepare for the IELTS. Include the word, it’s definition and an example sentence for it for later reference. Say the word out loud and relate it to other English words you know. Here’s another way to enhance your writing skills: Practice Task: Describe the information of what’s being shown and not the dimensions of the diagram itself. Choose important features and the figures to support them. Practice by looking for diagrams, graphs or charts in newspapers or online and analyze them. At DEA Canadian College, we will provide you with the tools and help you need to prepare for your IELTS test in Vancouver. Our IELTS preparation program is dependable, practical and effective in helping students learn the English language. To register for one of our programs or learn more about our services, contact us online today. Related: CELPIP VS IELTS: Which Test Should you take?