EFL/ESL teachers new to online instruction
Planning your transition from classroom to online teaching and need a checklist of essential tools and platforms.
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About
The 'Teaching (EFL/ESL) Online Step-by-Step' mind map template provides a comprehensive 58-node guide for English teachers transitioning to online instruction. It covers initial costs (PC, internet, headset), free VOIP options (Skype, Google Talk), virtual classroom platforms (Vyew, Elluminate, DimDim, WiZiQ, AdobeConnect), content creation tools (Audacity, Prezi, MindMaps), and strategies to find students via platforms like Linkua and Myngle. The template also includes promotion methods (EduFire, UStream), blogging (BlogSpot, WordPress), and paid upgrades (Bluehost hosting, Moodle, certified teacher course). This step-by-step cheat sheet is ideal for educators seeking a structured roadmap to launch their online teaching career.
Terms and ConditionsWhen to use this template
Freelance English tutors on a budget
Evaluating free virtual classroom software and content creation tools to minimize startup costs.
Independent online English educators
Building a personal brand and attracting students through blogging and promotional platforms like EduFire.
How to use this template
Step 1
Launch and Review Initial Requirements
Open the template in Xmind to review the foundational branches covering essential hardware costs and initial setup requirements.
Step 2
Explore Platforms and Content Tools
Navigate through the detailed branches to evaluate virtual classroom solutions, VOIP options, and various content creation tools for your curriculum.
Step 3
Personalize and Track Your Progress
Customize the map by adding your preferred teaching tools and use the nodes as a checklist to monitor your career transition.
Frequently asked questions
The template covers 58 nodes across initial costs, free VOIP, virtual classrooms, content creation tools, student acquisition, self-promotion, blogging, paid upgrades, and free digital materials.
Open the .xmind file in Xmind, then follow each branch sequentially: set up your PC/internet, choose a VOIP tool, select a free virtual classroom, create content with tools like Audacity, and find students via platforms like BuddySchool.
Yes, the Xmind template is free to download and fully editable. You can customize nodes, add your own tools, and rearrange branches to fit your workflow.
The template recommends Vyew (up to 10 students), Elluminate (up to 3), DimDim (up to 20), WiZiQ (up to 500), and AdobeConnect via EduFire.
Yes, the 'Find Online Students for Free' branch lists platforms like Linkua, Myngle, BuddySchool, and language exchange sites such as LiveMocha and Busuu.
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