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"); document.title=document.title+ " "; arnews[0]="Evaluating Teaching ESL/EFL/TEFL Job Offers from Schools Abroad
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You have decided on being an ESL/EFL teacher so you are off on the job search. Aside from the obvious considerations such as what country to work in and what training/qualifications (TEFL/TESOL/CELTA/DELTA) to obtain; there are other things a teachers should consider when looking at potential job offers.

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Author : Total ESL"; arnews[0] += "
"; arnews[1]="Where is the Best Place to Teach Overseas?
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Where is the best place to teach overseas? It is hard to decide where to go when you look at the scope of unique and exciting experiences that are available in the different regions around the world. This article is designed to give you information regarding the way your decision about where to teach overseas can affect your lifestyle while you are teaching abroad.

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Author : Kelly Blackwell"; arnews[1] += "
"; arnews[2]="Teaching English? It\\\'s Easy Isn\\\'t It?
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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) sounds the perfect way to make some money while visiting or living in another country, or as a work from home business. After all you can speak English so you can obviously teach it, right?

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Author : Fiona Tankard"; arnews[2] += "
"; arnews[3]="Tips For Those Who Want To Teach English Overseas
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The opportunity to teach English overseas can be a wonderful experience. Overseas work gives you the chance to see other countries and experience other cultures. Before you make a commitment to teach or work overseas, make sure you are fully informed about the country you'll be working in, requirements for foreigners working in the country, and the documents you'll need.

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Author : Craig Desorcy"; arnews[3] += "
"; arnews[4]="Teaching Abroad: A Guide to the Basics
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Teaching English as foreign language (or second language) is an excellent option for visiting new parts of the world. Because English is commonly used for diplomacy, higher education, business and technology, English teachers and classes are in high demand around the worldwide.

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Author : Joel Bleasedale"; arnews[4] += "
"; arnews[5]="What kind of TEFL School are you working for?
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A Questionnaire on the micro-climate of an institution.

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Author : Marisa Constantinides"; arnews[5] += "
"; arnews[6]="China Foreign TeachersÂ’ Quick Reference Guide
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The following article has been adapted from the comprehensive Foreign Teachers Guide to Living and Teaching in China that first appeared on the Internet in its original form in March 2007. It is specifically based on the mini-checklist of questions to ask and issues to consider, before accepting any job offer, in appendix A of the guide.

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Author : Gregory Mavrides, PhD"; arnews[6] += "
"; arnews[7]="More ways to make sure students in your classes understand you
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From making it longer to making it shorter, these techniques will help avoid misunderstanding in your classes

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Author : Alex Case"; arnews[7] += "
"; arnews[8]="Getting a Job in Teaching
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Characteristics that a teacher should have are patience, concern for others, love of children, persistence, listening skills, motivational, and a sense of humor. There are pros and cons in teaching.

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Author : Louise G"; arnews[8] += "
"; arnews[9]="Teaching English As a Foreign Language in Rwanda
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Rwanda has recently announced that it will begin an official policy of teaching in English in its schools in an attempt to raise the international profile of the country.

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Author : Sarah Boothman"; arnews[9] += "
"; arnews[10]="A Day in the Life of Teaching English in Spain
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Madrid's penetrative August weather is hard for any seasoned Madridilenos to bear. So this week's fresh September breezes complimented my first lesson very well...I have just completed my TEFL in Madrid and am enjoying the wealth of new opportunities it presents.

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Author : Victoria Galloway"; arnews[10] += "
"; arnews[11]="Teaching English in Singapore: Lucrative and Rewarding Jobs Await
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For too long Singapore has been dominated by its larger cousins in the global market for TEFL/ESL destinations. No more should the Lion City just be a refuge to teachers from Thailand looking for some civilisation while on a holiday break. Lucrative TEFL/ESL opportunities exist that allow teachers to save and provide for a lifestyle teachers in Thailand and Vietnam can only dream of.

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Author : Will Pearson"; arnews[11] += "
"; arnews[12]="Language production activities in the TEFL/ESL classroom; moving beyond gap fills
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Somewhere between scholarly studies of how people learn and the frontline experience of teaching, the issue of how TEFL/ESL learners actually acquire and keep language is confronted in activity design. Language practice activities come in many forms...

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Author : Will Pearson"; arnews[12] += "
"; arnews[13]="How to Tell If It\\\'s a Good TEFL Course
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When I decided to train as a TEFL teacher in Madrid I discovered that like many important decisions I had to step away from it and carefully evaluate all of the aspects of where this could take me. After years of helping future teachers decide what TEFL course is right for them, I have worked out a fairly simple set of guidelines to find the right course for you.

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Author : Natasha Mason Kennedy"; arnews[13] += "
"; arnews[14]="The Effects of Pronunciation on Spellings and Comprehesnion
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My study proved that pronunciation had a significant effect on spellings of some words, though my study was only focused in determining the words with middle and final 'r'. My study also found out that pronunciation affected comprehension in learning a new English.

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Author : Johnnie Lim"; arnews[14] += "
"; arnews[15]="Teaching at Japanese Universities
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Hiring Practices, Class Allocation and Color Politics

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Author : Karmo Tharn"; arnews[15] += "
"; arnews[16]="What\\\'s the Difference Between TEFL Certificate and Diploma Courses?
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There are basically two types of initial TEFL training - taking a weekend certificate course plus optional add-on modules or taking a longer intensive 4-week course. After qualifying and gaining at least one year's (preferably two years') experience, you will have the chance to extend your qualifications by taking a diploma course. There are also online TEFL courses, but these are not discussed here.

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Author : Chris Soames"; arnews[16] += "
"; arnews[17]="Will I Be Given a Curriculum to Teach From?
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You can pose this very question at the interview stage when you apply for a job, but don't let a potential negative answer put you off. Some schools are incredibly organised, with a clear syllabus and curriculum, and files full of cross reference systems. These help you to source materials from which to teach when they should be used.

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Author : Chris Soames"; arnews[17] += "
"; arnews[18]="Where is the Best Place to Teach Abroad?
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The best place to teach English abroad? Well of course it all depends on the individual, your worldview, your tastes, experiences and your ambitions. Everyone has different motivations, different expectations and lifestyles.

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Author : Chris Soames"; arnews[18] += "
"; arnews[19]="Is Teaching English in Thailand a Viable Option?
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Many native English speakers from abroad come to Thailand each year to teach English to Thai children and adults. Having done so myself I've compiled a number of tips to help you prepare for living in Thailand and teaching English to Thai people.

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Author : Mike Fook"; arnews[19] += "
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