Augmented reality (AR) has become a huge part of daily life, from online shopping to gaming to social media. The technology merges the digital space with reality, overlaying virtual images onto the real-world environment. 

It's become groundbreaking for all kinds of industries as well, enabling people to go beyond physical limitations and incorporate digital elements into their surroundings and everyday activities. The education sector is no exception to adopting this growing technology, and the demand is only increasing.

In this article we’ll explain how inquiry based learning works, we’ll apply it to ESL lessons, and we’ll provide you with some inquiry based learning examples and inquiry based learning activities to inspire your future lesson plans.

Continuous professional development is crucial in the teaching profession. It is especially crucial for online English teachers who want to stay current with educational trends and techniques. One way to achieve this is by pursuing a Master's in Education, which offers significant career advancement benefits and greatly enhances one's teaching capabilities.

This guide will walk you through the ins and outs of teaching reading online, delving into research-based instructional strategies, tried and tested methods of teaching reading and the all-important question of making it fun. 

Gone are the days when basic vocabulary drills and textbook dialogues about ordering at a cafe or meeting new people sufficed. Our students are now more eager to experience authentic communication - the real-world slang, humor, and cultural nuances that make language learning genuinely engaging. That's where Lingopie steps in! 

It’s no surprise to anybody that teachers need to build rapport with their students to have a long and successful career. But how can teachers build rapport with their students in the digital classroom? Join us as we outline 10 tips and tricks.

In this article, we’ll explore the definition of total physical response (TPR), its origins, its pros and cons, and strategies for using total physical response in ESL, complete with total physical response examples and activities.

In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, online teaching platforms have become indispensable tools for educators worldwide. But, how do we choose the best online teaching platforms for our subject, goals, and teaching style?

In this article, we'll explore some of the best online teaching platforms suitable for teaching English and other subjects.

After almost 12 years of running a family business that I didn't want to be in, I realized I needed to do something that I really loved. That's where I met Preply. Week after week, I started making progress. The reviews were in, the people started trusting me, and with a lot of hours, I earned six times more money than I started with in less than two years. 

Just over two years ago, I was an online ESL teacher for a Chinese company facing uncertainty due to new regulations. With the sudden loss of income, I struggled to find stability. Then, I discovered Twenix, and my worries vanished.

Whether you're an experienced educator or just starting your journey, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the information you need to embark on a successful career teaching English online.

Many individuals are now exploring the world of remote work, seeking opportunities that provide flexibility, financial stability, and personal fulfillment. Teaching English online has emerged as a shining example of such an opportunity.

Online education is nothing new, but until recently, it was primarily considered a fringe or one-off situation. Lockdown changed all that. Education rapidly moved to cyberspace, where everyone could safely learn from the comfort of home.

With the recent news of Chinese government crackdowns on the online English teaching industry, many teachers are feeling scared and uncertain about their future. While many Chinese companies are still operating as usual, and believe the regulations won’t affect them, we wanted to provide our teachers with a number of non-Chinese options in case they are looking for a back-up plan.

While rumours have been circulating about coming Chinese government regulations in the online education industry for a while, the official announcement finally came on July 26.

The Chinese Ministry of Education has outlined a new plan that will significant impact the online English teaching industry. It has been presented as a way to reduce pressure on parents and students in China’s hyper-competitive education field.

ManyCam is an easy-to-use software that allows you to enhance your video while teaching English online. You can browse through their library of effects and props, or add your own! This makes learning fun, interactive, and visually appealing for students of all ages.

Before I started teaching English online, I spent way too many hours doing online research to try and understand the value of a TEFL/TESOL certificate. There were so many different programs to choose from and they all seemed to have very different costs!

Hi, I’m Kathryn Rucker. I have interviewed with other English teaching platforms and I would say that Magic Ears had the best process.

Thankfully, more and more companies are letting people teach English online without a degree, so you can let out a sigh of relief. We’re here to help you on the road to teaching English online, so grab a snack and get ready for companies that let you do just that.

We’d like to formally welcome you to a new type of blog article on our website - Teacher Features.

With these articles we will feature real people working in the industry in the hopes of providing some insight into industry people’s day-to-day lives and to help people in the industry connect with each other.