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by Stemplar
24 Feb 2011, 23:44
Forum: Teacher Training Discussion
Topic: Finding a valid online TEFL course
Replies: 16
Views: 20821

Re: Finding a valid online TEFL course

Hi
If your in Thailand I can recommend Text-and-Talk, here's the link http://www.teflteachthai.com

I did my course with them and they were excellent, I,m not sure they do a blended course though.

Regards.
by Stemplar
29 Jan 2011, 12:58
Forum: Teacher Training Discussion
Topic: Finding a valid online TEFL course
Replies: 16
Views: 20821

Re: Finding a valid online TEFL course

Hi WendyB Online courses are not a good idea, but as you say OK to get a start. A respected and trusted TEFL course should be 120 hours + a further 6 to 8 hours of observed and evaluated teaching practice. (which is why online courses are not suitable) Also, most courses are of 4 weeks duration and ...
by Stemplar
28 Jan 2011, 07:07
Forum: Jobs Discussion
Topic: supply vs demand (teachers vs salary+benefits)
Replies: 16
Views: 24587

Re: supply vs demand (teachers vs salary+benefits)

Hi Systematic

Not a million miles from the Isan region, I'm in Phetchabun province and Phetchabun is the nearest large town.

I'm keeping the town my little secret for now!!

Regards, and the cats almost out of the bag

Simon
by Stemplar
27 Jan 2011, 09:29
Forum: Jobs Discussion
Topic: supply vs demand (teachers vs salary+benefits)
Replies: 16
Views: 24587

Re: supply vs demand (teachers vs salary+benefits)

Hi steveho I have now been living and working in Thailand for almost 2 years. I can't really add anything to what systematic has said, he's spot on, but hopefully I can give you some encouragement. Having a degree will help you greatly and you won't have any problem in finding a job. Just a word on ...
by Stemplar
27 Jan 2011, 08:33
Forum: Jobs Discussion - Asia
Topic: Looking for Information About Employment Agents
Replies: 1
Views: 4300

Re: Looking for Information About Employment Agents

Hi Matt I live and work in Thailand, here's some brief answers to your questions. 1) I have only met 2 agents here in Thailand the first one arranged an excellent job for me, and yes I felt he was honest and above board. The second I didn't realise was an agent until he asked for a fee!! After I had...