Determining to dive headlong into the Chinese culture was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. That old cliché, “You get out what you put in” is true when it comes to moving abroad. A fun way to immerse yourself is to participate in activities that Chinese people love. While all [...]
On your first day in a new primary school classroom, it’s helpful to establish class rules. If you set guidelines, your students will always know what you expect from them, as well as what they should expect from you. Initially, I worried that my grade 1 and 2 students would have trouble [...]
When you move to China, there are plenty of huge cultural differences to adjust to. A collectivistic culture. A hierarchical society. The importance of saving face. There are also countless tiny cultural difference between China and Western countries. Preparing for these changes will not only make your transition easier, it will [...]
