Quiz On International TEFL Institute! Trivia Questions

1. I will receive a Certificate & Transcript after graduating.

Yes

No

When you graduate, you will receive a digital TEFL certificate and transcript sent to you via email. Each certificate and transcript is signed and bears a unique reference number which assists with verification. If you misplace your digital TEFL graduation documents, you can simply contact us and we’ll email you copies.

Explanation

When you graduate, you will receive a digital TEFL certificate and transcript sent to you via email. Each certificate and transcript is signed and bears a unique reference number which assists with verification. If you misplace your digital TEFL graduation documents, you can simply contact us and we’ll email you copies.

2. The TEFL course will only prepare me to teach adult learners.

True

False

The TEFL course will prepare you to teach adult learners as well as young learners. You will also cover aspects of teaching Business English and teaching English One-to-one. The TEFL course covers a various specialist area of teaching English and will provide you with and excellent grounding to kick start your English teaching career.

Explanation

The TEFL course will prepare you to teach adult learners as well as young learners. You will also cover aspects of teaching Business English and teaching English One-to-one. The TEFL course covers a various specialist area of teaching English and will provide you with and excellent grounding to kick start your English teaching career.

3. Will I receive assistance & guidance throughout my studies?

No

Yes

You will not feel lost or isolated from your TEFL studies at the International TEFL Institute. You will be assigned one of our dedicated and highly qualified online tutors for the duration of your studies at the International TEFL Institute. Your tutor will be available to answer all questions about your TEFL studies, offer you expert feedback/advice and give you qualified advice. Your tutor will become your mentor and friend.

Explanation

You will not feel lost or isolated from your TEFL studies at the International TEFL Institute. You will be assigned one of our dedicated and highly qualified online tutors for the duration of your studies at the International TEFL Institute. Your tutor will be available to answer all questions about your TEFL studies, offer you expert feedback/advice and give you qualified advice. Your tutor will become your mentor and friend.

4. I need to be a native English speaker to enroll for a TEFL course.

True

False

You do not have to be a native English speaker in order to enroll in one of our TEFL courses. You must, however, have a good command of the English language as some of the assignments can be challenging. *It is also important to check the requirements for teaching English in the destination of your choice as some employers/countries (not all) may stipulate that applicants be native English speakers.

Explanation

You do not have to be a native English speaker in order to enroll in one of our TEFL courses. You must, however, have a good command of the English language as some of the assignments can be challenging. *It is also important to check the requirements for teaching English in the destination of your choice as some employers/countries (not all) may stipulate that applicants be native English speakers.

5. I can start my TEFL course at any time - there are no set start dates!

True

False

There are no set course dates, so you can start your TEFL course at any time - whenever you are ready!

Explanation

There are no set course dates, so you can start your TEFL course at any time - whenever you are ready!

6. I can work through the TEFL course at my own pace!

True

False

Our flexible online TEFL courses are structured to let you study at your own pace. You can work through the materials at your own pace and submit assignments when you are ready.

Explanation

Our flexible online TEFL courses are structured to let you study at your own pace. You can work through the materials at your own pace and submit assignments when you are ready.

7. I need a degree to teach English abroad.

True

False

No. you do not need to have a degree to teach English abroad. It must, however, be noted that most employers/countries will require that English teachers have a Bachelor's degree and a TEFL/TESOL qualification to be issued with a work visa/permit. It is therefore important to do relevant research before undertaking your TEFL journey.

Explanation

No. you do not need to have a degree to teach English abroad. It must, however, be noted that most employers/countries will require that English teachers have a Bachelor's degree and a TEFL/TESOL qualification to be issued with a work visa/permit. It is therefore important to do relevant research before undertaking your TEFL journey.

8. How are our TEFL courses assessed?

There is an assignment submitted for assessment after each module.

There is a final examination at the end of the TEFL/TESOL course.

After each module completed, the student will submit a completed assignment to their assigned tutor for assessment via their student access area.

Explanation

After each module completed, the student will submit a completed assignment to their assigned tutor for assessment via their student access area.

9. I can teach anywhere in the world with a TEFL certificate?

True

False

No, it is a misconception that you will be able to teach anywhere in the world with a TEFL certificate. For example, even if you have a Bachelor's degree and a TEFL qualification - you will find it next to impossible to find an English teaching position in Europe if you do not have an EU passport or the right to work there. So, always be sure to check the requirements for the country in which you wish to teach.

Explanation

No, it is a misconception that you will be able to teach anywhere in the world with a TEFL certificate. For example, even if you have a Bachelor's degree and a TEFL qualification - you will find it next to impossible to find an English teaching position in Europe if you do not have an EU passport or the right to work there. So, always be sure to check the requirements for the country in which you wish to teach.

10. I must have an excellent command of English grammar to teach English abroad?

True

False

No, you don't have to have an excellent grip on the intricacies of English grammar - although this will certainly help! The truth is, most native English speakers know very little about grammatical terms in their own language. In the TEFL course, you will learn a lot about English grammar in the 'Grammar Awareness' module and you will have plenty of time to brush up on your English grammar whilst preparing and teaching lessons.

Explanation

No, you don't have to have an excellent grip on the intricacies of English grammar - although this will certainly help! The truth is, most native English speakers know very little about grammatical terms in their own language. In the TEFL course, you will learn a lot about English grammar in the 'Grammar Awareness' module and you will have plenty of time to brush up on your English grammar whilst preparing and teaching lessons.