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by macastrian
25 Jul 2007, 13:17
Forum: General Teacher Discussion
Topic: International English or not
Replies: 15
Views: 20898

"I am sure you would agree that learning another language is not only about business, but also the fun on experiencing another culture and group of people." Yes, I agree that it's not just about business etc., as long as those in business don't take it for granted that one particular langu...
by macastrian
24 Jul 2007, 17:04
Forum: General Teacher Discussion
Topic: International English or not
Replies: 15
Views: 20898

Different Englishes within UK. Which one to teach?

This question of which brand of English is the right one to teach is a difficult one. I'm English, from the Midlands. I have a different accent (though not necessarily a different dialect) to the RP/Southern Standard English that is prevalent in all the 'proper' English grammar books. My pronunciati...
by macastrian
24 Jul 2007, 15:45
Forum: General Teacher Discussion
Topic: Teaching dogs to speak English
Replies: 12
Views: 17279

Spanish dogs

I have adopted a Spanish dog and she disobeys me as much whether I talk to her in Spanish or English! So do her pups.
by macastrian
24 Jul 2007, 15:30
Forum: General Teacher Discussion
Topic: tutoring rates
Replies: 2
Views: 6442

I've just posted the same question as a new topic before finding this post. I'm in Valencia province and want to know how much to ask per hour/lesson. Even a figure as an idea to go on from someone who already teaches privately would help.
by macastrian
24 Jul 2007, 14:13
Forum: Jobs Discussion
Topic: Private lessons.How much do I charge?
Replies: 2
Views: 9458

Private lessons.How much do I charge?

Hello everyone. This is my first posting and I need to ask advice. I've started advertising my services as a private tutor in Valencia province, Spain (not in the city), but I'm not sure how much to charge. I don't know the going rate or what is reasonable, too much, or too little. Can anyone help, ...