Mar 27, 2024
If you’re especially interested in the nuances of the written word, a career in translation could be a good shout. Here are some useful tips for launching a career as a Mandarin translator in China. Read more>>
Dec 19, 2019 Comments(1)
I cannot imagine what it must be like to start at a new school in a new country where you don’t speak the local language. This is exactly the situation my son found himself in upon starting kindergarten in China this year. ... Read More>>
Jul 16, 2019 Comments(6)
The government has begun cracking down on online tutors in China. The country’s Ministry of Education is leading a drive to regulate the sector along with several other government departments. ... Read More>>
May 30, 2019 Comments(8)
Today I’m going to introduce you to five awesome free online teaching resources for foreign ESL teachers in China. ... Read More>>
Apr 30, 2019 Comments(3)
When teaching in China, there are a lot of skills you’ll develop on the job that might not be readily apparent to the untrained eye. Here are just five of them. ... Read More>>
Apr 25, 2019 Comments(3)
Growth in foreign students in China has dropped significantly, according to a new report. ... Read More>>
Apr 18, 2019 Comments(2)
As I work at an international high school, my students don’t have to worry about passing the notoriously grueling Gaokao test like the rest of China’s teens. Here’s why I think this test makes little sense to foreign teachers in China. ... Read More>>
Nov 27, 2018 Comments(2)
This article offers a guide to the benefits, rules and options regarding internships in China. ... Read More>>
Oct 30, 2018 Comments(3)
While learning Chinese certainly requires commitment and discipline, it’s not the impossible task that some people imagine. Furthermore, there is a number of ways you can make life easier on yourself when studying the language. ... Read More>>
Oct 12, 2018 Comments(2)
As unworldly and innocent as they seem, kids can teach us a lot about life. Here’s a collection of five vital lessons that I learnt while teaching kindergarten in China. ... Read More>>
Sep 04, 2018 Comments(5)
Although China remains the top place of origin for international students, more and more foreigners and choosing to study in China. ... Read More>>
Jul 16, 2018 Comments(3)
A Chinese university has launched a course focused on love and relationships, attracting an overwhelming response from students. ... Read More>>
Jul 09, 2018
A small handful of teachers in China have been officially trained in sex education, meaning some youngsters will soon be learning the basics of “the birds and the bees” for the first time. ... Read More>>
Jul 05, 2018 Comments(1)
Speaking Chinese when living in China will naturally open up new doors, but there are some circumstances when speaking Chinese in China can lead to more problems and confusion, especially if you’re not that good. ... Read More>>
May 30, 2018 Comments(2)
Here we bring you some of the challenges you’ll come across and tips for dealing with pushy parents when teaching English in China. ... Read More>>
May 15, 2018 Comments(2)
Thinking about going to university in China? Well, you’re in luck! Here’s our quick guide to the weird and wonderful world of universities in China. ... Read More>>
May 04, 2018
Prove to them that you can muster something more sophisticated than “谢谢” (xiè xiè) and practice these 10 proverbs and idioms for use in the Chinese workplace. ... Read More>>
Apr 30, 2018 Comments(4)
As much as I find learning Chinese extremely hard, if you’re living in China or planning on living in China for a decent period of time, you should study Chinese. Here are eight reasons why. ... Read More>>
Apr 19, 2018 Comments(5)
A handy summary of possible problems and solutions for the bold and the brave teaching English in China. ... Read More>>
Apr 10, 2018 Comments(1)
While there are countless reasons you should play it safe and stay in your office job and home country, there are also countless ways teaching English abroad will change your life. ... Read More>>
Mar 30, 2018 Comments(2)
Learning Chinese, like practicing the Kama Sutra, is not something you can do on your own. ... Read More>>
Mar 24, 2018 Comments(3)
If you plan to learn Chinese in China, rest assured that you’re in the best place possible to meet your goals. Where you decide to take lessons, however, is up to you. ... Read More>>
Mar 16, 2018 Comments(0)
Small talk is an important skill to master in the Chinese workplace.It may simply help you overcome awkwardness with Chinese colleagues, or it may help you build a relationship with a potential business partner. ... Read More>>
Mar 01, 2018 Comments(6)
According to the much respected Times Higher Education Asia Rankings, Tsinghua University and Peking University are the second and third best in Asia. ... Read More>>
Feb 15, 2018 Comments(1)
When it comes to finding a job in China, getting a promotion, or negotiating a pay raise, learning new skills will go a long way. ... Read More>>
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