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What is Pragmatics in an EFL context? Why is it Important? How Teachab

by Natalie Close and darrell Wilkinson

Nov 24, 2011 5014 Views

Recently, there has been a growing interest in pragmatic competence in EFL. However, what this means and how to teach it is still somewhat unclear. This paper hopes to address these issues.
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Understanding the Education System in South Korea

by Jesse W. Taylor

Nov 28, 2011 3162 Views

_notregistered/art_77749_b785b1203d~.jpg The education system in Korea is unique to say the least. It's hard to find other countries that have a more competitive academic ladder to climb than here. Testing starts in elementary school which determines the quality of the middle school the child will attend. The student's academic success in that middle school then plays a big role determining the high school the student is eligible for.
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Teaching English Abroad: 5 Cold, Hard Truths You Should Know Before Yo

by Connor Davies

Dec 1, 2011 3055 Views

_notregistered/art_78460_298d30d4d2~.jpg No matter how many books you read and how many courses you take, there are some things about being an English teacher which you can only really learn through experiencing them for yourself. As a result, you may end up turning up in a completely new country enthusiastic to start teaching, only to discover that things are not exactly as you imagined they would be.
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Why You Should Teach English In Korea

by Paul J. Malcolm

Dec 9, 2011 2892 Views

If you want to become a teacher, you should consider the possibility of becoming an English teacher in Korea. The demand for English teachers is disproportionately high in this country. Your chances of getting your dream job are considerably high and in addition to this, there is 100% guarantee that your paycheck will be heftier compared to the offers you receive in other countries. This could turn out to be the best experience of your life. It is still advisable to approach the entire concept with some common sense.
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What Is Necessary To Teach In The Middle East?

by Chris A. Harmen

Jan 10, 2012 3037 Views

_notregistered/art_87449_3de3b0b5d6~.gif Teaching overseas is a rewarding experience, no matter which country you're in. Although many teachers have great success working in Asian and European countries, many others prefer the culture that comes with finding teaching jobs in the Middle East. While this region is thought to be full of strife and tension, companies that hire teachers to teach English typically work in safe cities that are friendly to foreigners.
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Practical Preparations For Teaching English Abroad Programs

by Chris A. Harmen

Mar 5, 2012 2791 Views

Whether you've already been offered a chance to teach overseas through one of the many teaching English abroad programs now looking for qualified teachers or you're just beginning to explore the idea, you should start preparing to go overseas now. It can take 2-3 months or more to get all your ducks in a row before moving to a foreign country for a year or more, and preparation is the key to a successful temporary relocation.
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Teaching Vocabulary

by Jason Peter Geyser

Jun 24, 2012 3439 Views

_notregistered/art_92924_76d5f44c2d~.jpg Teaching Vocabulary
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Teaching Pronunciation

by Jason Peter Geyser

Jun 24, 2012 2828 Views

_notregistered/art_92926_233debcd21~.jpg Teaching Pronunciation
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The Productive Skills - Speaking

by Jason Peter Geyser

Jun 24, 2012 7654 Views

The Productive Skills - Speaking
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Do ‘they’ have to learn grammar?

by Jason Peter Geyser

Jun 24, 2012 3793 Views

_notregistered/art_92928_bb5257a858~.jpg Do ‘they’ have to learn grammar?
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