Category Archives: dangers of life abroad

Would you have done this for a job?

Simple question: would you have done what this person did to try and get a job in the Gulf? She flew me to Qatar on a 1-way ticket (despite my several written requests for a return ticket since it seemed … Continue reading

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Would you work in conditions like this?

I found the follow example of an early 21st Century TEFL Job ad over at the TurkeyCentral forum and it got me wondering, would any of you work under these conditions? I’ve removed any info that could help you identify … Continue reading

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My teacher is an old cow

Would you be offended if you were described in such a way? Metaphors reveal international differences in how students and societies regard teachers, notes the Guardian. The images that learners around the world use for their teachers and study reveal … Continue reading

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If you’re unsure whether or not you are a prostitute…

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Why we have problems with ‘foreign’ accents

So, you don’t like the sound of that shifty foreign student, eh? Don’t worry, it’s not your fault, it’s your stupid brain playing tricks on you. Of the many indignities international students endure, notes the Scientific American, accent discrimination may … Continue reading

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The best place to live in the World?

You might be surprised. Click here to read the thread on the ELT World forums. Note that there is probably a difference between ‘live’ and ‘scrape by on a TEFL wage’. Post Footer automatically generated by Add Post Footer Plugin … Continue reading

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Reasons not to Drive in Russia

Any TEFLers lucky enough to be enjoying the high life in Russia should nevertheless think twice before driving in the country if this clip of a junction in St. Petersburg is anything to go by! Post Footer automatically generated by … Continue reading

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