Summer Course
The Starting Line From the very first day I arrived at my new job at EF Shijiazhuang I had been hearing of the much dreaded summer course. At first, I heard teachers [...]
Exploring Beijing
Easily Accessible Last weekend, I traveled to Beijing with my roommate, Tariq. He had never been to the magnificent city and wanted me to accompany him since I had been there twice. [...]
Animals and Pets in China
There are many aspects to living in China. The difference in communication, culture, food, music, fashion, and even animals, and so many more. So I am a keen [...]
Preparation for the Classroom
Planning My Lesson The time leading up to the beginning of class is quite a vital time period. There are many things that go into preparing for the classroom, things that one [...]
Happy New Year in China
Welcoming 2013 in China As the new year approached I had decided long ago that I didn’t want to spend Christmas and New Year in the same city. [...]
Gordon Ramsay…..these kids may steal your job!
Winter Course Activities So this week saw the start of winter courses for our school. This is one of the busiest times of the year where our current students will come everyday [...]
Jobs for English majors
Deciding on what to study at university is something you want to get right as it will set the course for the rest of your life. Choosing a subject that truly interests you [...]
Developing as a TEFL Teacher
Knowing Your Strengths and Weaknesses It has been eight months since I arrived in to China to start my teaching job with York school and it has been [...]
Chinese New Year in Shanghai
Happy Chinese New Year Fireworks exploding 24 hours day, bright blinding lights, streets constantly bursting with people, yep it’s that time of year. Happy New Year! So with that said where best [...]
My Favourite Classroom Game
Teaching Adults vs Young Learners Doing a CELTAÂ course is excellent preparation for getting in to teaching. They allow you to take your own classes from between six and [...]
