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by engscot
05 Apr 2009, 03:31
Forum: Teacher Training Discussion
Topic: which tefl course to take??
Replies: 5
Views: 7844

Re: which tefl course to take??

Online courses....missing one big thing and thats the teaching input. I took the i-to-i 120hr course and a 20 hr weekend. All the information was good and I did learn some things (especially GRAMMAR) that helped. The online option is good for an initial qualification of you are planning to travel ar...
by engscot
05 Apr 2009, 03:12
Forum: Jobs Discussion - Asia
Topic: Japan or Taiwan?
Replies: 1
Views: 4957

Re: Japan or Taiwan?

Japan or Taiwan... Both offer you temples, scenery, chaotic streets, balmy beaches, eastern promise and a whole lot more... I would ask this... Are you choosing your dream destination...if so go with yor heart...if you want to save a good deal of money....choose Taiwan. Also the fact that your recru...
by engscot
05 Apr 2009, 03:08
Forum: Teacher Training Discussion
Topic: Why does everyone want me to go immediately?
Replies: 10
Views: 9845

Re: Why does everyone want me to go immediately?

Hmmm, take the compliment...they not only want you but need you...want to pay you and offer you that life oversea's that so many of us dream of. It doesn't have to be last minute... I am currently in process with HESS (Taiwan) for a start date in December 2009 and also with EF (Indonesia) for the sa...
by engscot
05 Apr 2009, 02:53
Forum: Business English
Topic: Teaching English for science, tourism, IT, Maths
Replies: 7
Views: 36114

Re: Teaching English for science, tourism, IT, Maths

I come from a travel and tourism back ground and now teach EFL. In regards to travel agency and tourism I would recommend a class like this:- *Prep- get class to bring in as many brochures/photo's/postcards as possible *A short video dialogue of people discussing their holiday -Where people like to ...
by engscot
03 Apr 2009, 02:30
Forum: Jobs Discussion - Asia
Topic: Teaching in Taiwan?
Replies: 3
Views: 8562

Re: Teaching in Taiwan?

HESS- Hmmm it's interesting how we all have very different experiences. I filled in the application form online and within 48hrs, Robbie the UK & NZ had sent an email asking for copies of my degree and TEFL certs, oh and that all important photo! After recieving this he has given good time lines...