Discussions
Hong Kong: Love/Hate
Despite my very short time spent in Hong Kong, quickly it became apparent that travellers have very mixed emotions to the country. Some will sing the praises of the mystical land which which is world known, where others despise everything…
Beijing – The Most Secure City on Earth?
On first impressions to the bewildered traveller, Beijing might look like the most secure and protected city on Earth. The sheer number and variety of security found throughout this enormous capital makes it seem so. It can leave a very…
Being an English Teacher: Toddlers Vs Teens
As teachers, we typically teach a range of children, from screaming little toddlers to attitude-filled teens. This is especially true when teaching kids ESL! The methods and approaches used to teach these varying ages of children obviously vary quite considerably.…
Teaching Children: Pros & Cons
5 months in, I’ve finally settled into the daily life of teaching. Now that routines have been set and the initial clouds of misconception has settled, it’s time to reflect on whether this is a positive experience or not. There…
