Naturegirl321

LATEST ARTICLES ( 466 )

• How Important Are Interviews Anyways?

  

  From Experience Factor My post about TEFL interviews and demo lessons is one of my most popular to date, but exactly how important are interviews really? Read more

  Posted on 25 February 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• Racism on Peruvian TV

  

  From FotologPeru is a melting pot of different cultures and customs, but unfortunately sometimes they clash. La Paisana (Peasant) Jacinta, was a Peruvian woman... Read more

  Posted on 22 February 2015 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Teachers Don't Give Grades, Students Earn Them

  

  From Dr. Adam Cox It happens every semester without fail. After grades are given, there's a complaint/grievance period when students are allowed to write... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• Teaching English Online: Alone Vs With a Company

  

  From American TESOL Academy More and more teachers are earning extra money by teaching English online. It's somewhat of a legal loophole that allows teachers wh... Read more

  Posted on 15 February 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• 5 Fantastic Peruvian Drinks

  

  Peru has some amazing drinks, both alcoholic and non. Here are 5 drinks that you definitely have to drink if you're going to visit Peru. Read more

  Posted on 12 February 2015 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Publish Or Perish: Coming to a University Near You

  

  From CDlingI've worked in universities now for about 8.5 years in both Peru and Korea. Times have changed and it's no longer super easy to get a university job... Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• Quick Tip: Offer Your Students the Chance to Earn Extra Credit

  

  From http://www.girlgoneblind.com/i-could-be-the-extra-credit/After the semester ends I invariably get a few emails from students asking me to raise their... Read more

  Posted on 08 February 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• Reach to Teach Blog Carnival: February 2015

  This month I'm hosting the Reach To Teach Teach Abroad Blog Carnival, a monthly series that focuses on providing helpful tips and advice to ESL teachers around... Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• iPadagogy: Using iPads in Class

  

  It's gotten to the point where teachers must use technology in class. Smart boards, Youtube, blogs, wikis, Blackboard, smart phones, tabs are just a few of the... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• How to Help Teachers Become Better Teachers

  

  Unfortunately in this day and age it seems like all schools care about is the bottom line. Students are customers instead of products. Read more

  Posted on 25 January 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• 5 Fantastic Peruvian Grains to Try

  

  With all the diets and super food information out there, you've probably heard of some famous Peruvian grains, such as quinoa. Grain is technically a misnomer... Read more

  Posted on 22 January 2015 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Support TEFL Tips

  

  This is going to be my 8th year of blogging and over the years I've been able to help people and give them advice through blog posts, comments, and emails. Read more

  Posted on 20 January 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• Getting a Fantastic Job: How to Find Hidden Gems

  

  From: http://jobsearch.about.com/od/best-jobs/ss/Top-10-Best-Jobs.htmI recently finished my series on the The Best TEFL Jobs in the World and had a number of... Read more

  Posted on 15 January 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• Why Peruvians Put Things Off Until Tomorrow

  

  Growing up I hear the story of the grasshopper and the ants. During the summer the ants worked hard and stored food for the upcoming winter. The grasshopper,... Read more

  Posted on 12 January 2015 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• Business 101: Teachers, Don't Compete on Price

  

  I double majored in Art and Business Management. Polar opposites, I know, but they both really suited me and helped me as a teacher. One of the topics that I'm... Read more

  Posted on 10 January 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• Poll Results December 2014: Would You Pay to See Job Adverts?

  

  In December I asked people if they would pay to see job adverts. Here are the results:From rmsbunderblog.wordpress.comYes: 6.25% with 1 voteNo: 93. Read more

  Posted on 06 January 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• Poll Results 2014: How Much is Your Monthly Salary?

  

  The 2014 poll was "How much is your monthly salary?" Here are the results.less than $500: 14% with 17 votes$501-$1000: 9% with 11 votes$1001-$2000: 20% with 24... Read more

  Posted on 03 January 2015 DESTINATIONS, TRAVEL

• $100 Discount on CCELT's Online TEFL Course for January 2015

  

  CCELT is a 100-hour online TEFL certificate that focuses on quality instruction. CCELT is partnered with North America’s top teacher placement agencies,... Read more

  Posted on 01 January 2015 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• The Best TEFL Jobs in Morocco

  

  Here's the information for Morocco for The Best TEFL Jobs in the World. You might also want to look at The Best TEFL Jobs With Worldwide Employers.I only know o... Read more

  Posted on 22 December 2014 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL

• The Best Teaching Jobs Are When You’re a Big Fish in a Small Pond

  

  From rosstheology.wordpress.comTime after time again I hear teachers wanting to get a job at XYZ school because it’s well-known and will look good on their CV. Read more

  Posted on 20 December 2014 LANGUAGES, SCHOOLING, TRAVEL