William-Harper

So, you’ve landed an interview for a Chinese university ESL teaching position. That’s a huge step. While many people start their China teaching journey at training centres, university jobs are often seen as the golden ticket—better holidays, shorter hours, and a more professional environment. But if you only have a bachelor’s degree, a TEFL certificate, and zero classroom experience, you mig...[Read More]

You’ve just finished a master’s degree in teaching, and the urge to pack your bags and teach English abroad is stronger than ever. The idea of escaping the familiar, immersing yourself in a new culture, and using your freshly-honed skills in a completely different classroom setting is exciting. But a pressing question lingers: is it too late to make this happen for the upcoming fall se...[Read More]

Starting a career in TEFL is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. As a new teacher, you probably have dozens of questions running through your mind. Should I get a CELTA or a TEFL certificate? Which countries pay the most? How do I manage a classroom of 40 students? The list goes on. You want answers, and you want them fast. That’s natural. But here’s something many new teacher...[Read More]

Looking for a fresh, high-energy way to get your ESL students talking? Forget boring drills and repetitive worksheets. There’s a new game in town that combines the thrill of a roulette wheel with the essential practice of real conversation. This isn’t your average classroom activity. It’s a dynamic, interactive pair game designed to make target language learning feel like a chall...[Read More]

Teaching English to young learners is a delicate art. You want lessons that are fun and engaging, but you also need real language development to happen. One creative approach is to wrap the entire unit inside a simple, ongoing story—where students become helpers, detectives, or friends of a character who needs their assistance. This technique blends the best of game-based learning with meaningful ...[Read More]

You’ve spent decades in English Language Teaching. You hold DELTA, you’re a Cambridge CELTA Main Course Tutor, and you currently run your own authorised CELTA centre overseas. Now, a Chinese EFL company wants you to build their entire teacher-training operation from scratch — including setting up a Cambridge-authorised centre, liaising directly with Cambridge, and expanding the programme nationall...[Read More]

Picture a classroom where every student has a voice. For many learners with special educational needs, traditional verbal communication isn’t always accessible. But thanks to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools, that silence is being replaced with connection, understanding, and opportunity. What Exactly Are AAC Tools? AAC encompasses a wide range of communication methods d...[Read More]