The advent of the Internet has made things as easy as they can get, so did it make the way we search for jobs. Now, we can search for a job online, drop off our resumes and even get interviewed online. About a decade ago, this was nowhere near happening. […]
British English versus American English, which one is best?
This EBC TEFL course Madrid is accent tolerant. We don’t mind which English flavour you use, as long as you use it correctly and consistently. British English versus American English always sparks a lively discussion. We get some great debates our TEFL course between the British and American students. We […]
Paella food in Spain
Madrid is a foodie’s paradise. This is one of the many reasons why hundreds of people decide to learn to Teach English in Spain every year.. You can find cuisines from other EU nations, Africa, Asia, Latin America and they are as authentic as if they were made back home. […]
Are you a vegan in Madrid? No problem! Vegan food is now “de moda”
Go off-the-beaten-path, go off the touristy path and you’ll discover Madrid’s neighbourhoods for vegan food. Tapas are a good choice, but what do many Americans remember when you mention tapas? Many Americans experience tapas in the US as overpriced, small portioned gastropub grub. If that’s what is said of non-vegan […]
Spain siesta, lazy and unproductive – NOT – Myths busted
Good news for teaching English in Spain The Spanish economy is growing, unemployment is dropping, the stock exchange has almost doubled in value over the last two years and OECD figures show that Spanish workers are now as productive as British workers are. These are not opinions; they are based […]
14 things to do in Madrid for free
Madrid, the capital of Spain, is a thriving city and at the forefront of fashion and entertainment. It is a serious global city player. If you are planning a trip to Madrid, read our 14 things to do in Madrid for free guide for some cool ideas on what to […]
Teaching English to generation Z students
The Characteristics and Learning Style of Generation Z Teaching English to generation Z students may require a change in teaching style. In this article we take a look at the challenges facing teachers when teaching Generation Z. Generations come and go. They all have their unique characteristics, some shared and […]
Beginner’s class on Nationalities with John
Purpose An analysis of a video showing John teaching Nationalities. A good topic for a Beginner’s class. John skillfully paces the class, starting with countries and nationalities. Audience A class of A1-A2 English language learners – level based on the CEFR Framework. Use Watch the video and then read through […]
Lesson planning – why planning your lesson is important
Why is lesson planning important? This article is taken from the EBC TEFL course Madrid syllabus. This article, Lesson planning – why planning your lesson is important, is part of EBC’s strategies for teaching English series. The EBC TEFL course places a strong emphasis on lesson planning. Here’s why. Lesson […]
How to open a Spanish bank account non-resident account
How to open a Spanish bank account for non-resident English teachers in Madrid How to open a Spanish bank account for non-residents and an explanation of some basic Spanish banking terminology. When you come and take your TEFL course with EBC in Madrid, you will need to open a bank […]