Teach Abroad Blog
Teaching abroad
Do I Need to Speak Mandarin to Teach English in China?
You do not need to speak Mandarin to teach in China, but it will definitely be helpful to put effort into learning at least the basics.
TEFL Teaching in Thailand
Thailand is full of amazing experiences just waiting to be discovered, making it an incredibly popular tourist and teaching destination.
Signing a Teach Abroad Contract: Things to Know
Signing an employment contract is a serious decision. Make sure you understand what it means and that you know exactly what you’re getting yourself into.
Living Abroad
Things to Remember About the English Language When Speaking to or Teaching Foreigners
With roughly 378 million native speakers worldwide, English surprisingly comes only third to Chinese and Spanish in the most spoken languages all over the world. Despite this, the English language doesn’t come without difficulties, especially when it comes to pronunciation. In reality, foreigners and non-native speakers may encounter English pronunciation mistakes at some point in their conversations. The good news is that people who are just starting to learn English are not alone in this kind of battle. A lot of students who took one-on-one Skype sessions with the English tutors at Preply started out confused but are now fluent in English.
The Ultimate Guide to Budgeting, While Travelling
When you’re off travelling and enjoying yourself, it can be easy to lose track of your spending. And the last thing you want to have to do is call your parents to get them to send you extra cash. Sticking to a budget can be even more important when you’re travelling. You’re so far away from home and family, and you’re ultimately on your own for survival. So how do you do it?
Preparing for Asia – Things Westerners Won’t Be Used To
To a Westerner, preparing to live in Asia can be exciting and daunting, primarily because of its diversity. Chances are, your new home country will be drastically different from everything you are used to, and you’ll be greeted by a wealth of new experiences and more than a few challenges.
