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Monthly Archives: September 2008
5 reasons to TEFL
If you’re reading this blog, you probably have some interest in TEFL. Have you entered the profession already, or are you deciding whether to begin teaching English or not? Here are 5 reasons why you should become a teacher of … Read More
What TEFL Needs From You
Although I really enjoy teaching English in Japan, there are some things that are rather demanding. In fact, it takes a certain type of person to really thrive as a teacher of English.
TEFL Country Profile: Korea
Previously, Japan and China have been covered in the Country Profile section of this blog. This week, I am looking at one of TEFL’s wonderful secrets, the Republic of Korea. Located on the east side of the Asian continent, Korea … Read More
Tagged: Korea, TEFL Country Profile, tips
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Teaching in Thailand: Do I Need a Qualification?
Thailand has at times been something of a hotspot for English language teachers abroad in recent times. Work was plentiful and pay was relatively high. However, the Ministry of Education in Thailand has recently announced plans to change things somewhat.
Tagged: TEFL Qualifications, thai jobs, Thailand
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5 Thing I Love About TEFL
I’ve had a variety of jobs (journalist, proof-reader, marketing assistant, filing clerk, administrator, coffee shop barrista, window cleaner, and even a delicatessen meat cutter person), but TEFL is probably the best profession I have worked in. TEFL is the reason … Read More
Tagged: esl, perks, TEFL
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The TEFL Ten Commandments for Teachers (Part 2): Thou Shalt Not Teach Bad Grammar
I recently told you all about Haris Aziz’ blog entry on the Ten Commandments for Teachers, as penned by George Polya. In a TEFL context, these commandments are equally important, so here are the last 5 of the commandments.
Tagged: polya, TEFL, ten commandments
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Don't be the next Steve McClaren
When I first came to Japan (a distant four years ago), I was taken aback by the small number of foreigners in the country. Coming from England where the ethnic and cultural mix is as diverse as it is anywhere … Read More
Tagged: culture, teaching, working abroad
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