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Unique Laws that Only Exist in Asia

Every country has their own rules and laws so it’s important that we follow those rules when visiting another country. If we don’t, we may end up in a trouble. However, some of these laws can seem a bit odd to those who are just visiting.

Here are a few examples of some unique laws across Asia:

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Life Lessons from Children's Classics

As a teacher, phonics and letter sounds play a vital role in any kindergarten or primary school curriculum. So, what do the successful components of a phonics lesson look like? Take a look below to get some inspiration…

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Model Lesson Plan for Phonics

As a teacher, phonics and letter sounds play a vital role in any kindergarten or primary school curriculum. So, what do the successful components of a phonics lesson look like? Take a look below to get some inspiration…

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China’s Most Famous Buildings

China’s incredible collection of engineering feats goes far beyond the Great Wall of China – although, we can’t deny it’s not incredible! China has been at the forefront of modern architecture and it’s easy to see why.

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12 Fun Facts About Schools Around the World

We can all agree that education is a basic human right. However, each country has their own education system and their own way of doing things; and sometimes they have their quirks too. Here are some interesting facts about schools from around the world that you may not have known:

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Courses to Develop Yourself as a Teacher

All these alphabet soup acronyms and odd combination of letters can certainly be overwhelming, but we’re here to break down your PGCE’s from your CELTAS and TEFLs! Check out the list below for some excellent qualifications you can consider but keep scrolling for some additional resources to help you find the perfect professional development course

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Most Popular Asian Beverages

Whether you’re planning a trip across Asia or simply looking to try new flavours at home, check out this list of beverages from across the continent to quench your thirst!

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Tips for Your Introduction Video

Whether you're an online or classroom teacher, creating an introduction video is a common request from new schools, agents and recruiters. In an effort to make a stellar impression, there are pitfalls to avoid. Here's a guide on what NOT to do when creating your introduction video:

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Attention Grabbers

As teachers, we know the value of having good classroom management and the ability to get students back on track to make every moment count!

Whether students are working together on group projects or just being absolute chatterboxes, fun attention grabbers are sure to work a charm!

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Questions Schools Ask Us

Have you ever been curious about the questions we get asked by schools when submitting your CV’s?

Look no further than this article to find all the answers to your curious questions about what goes on from our side of the job-hunting process.

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Top 5 Books for Professional Development

If you’re looking for some inspiration or general professional development advice, look no further than this list of excellent books that’ll open your eyes and inspire you to try new methods in your teaching.

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How Teachers can give Positive Constructive Criticism to Students

Providing positive criticism is an important aspect of effective teaching. If students never learn how to graciously accept suggestions for improvement, it is unlikely that they will develop their abilities. So, when students make mistakes or do something wrong, we must take advantage of these teachable moments and provide meaningful suggestions to correct or redirect them.

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Unique Sports Around the World

Sometimes, ballet or basketball just isn’t up a kid’s alley. Fear not, there are literally hundreds of weird and whacky sports out there for them to try, so they’re bound to find something they enjoy! Perhaps it’s just a case of thinking outside the box (or field, or court).

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Top 10 Christmas Gifts for Teachers

Teachers work extremely hard throughout the year, and although there’s no perfect time to thank them for their hard work, the festive season is the perfect opportunity to show our gratitude. So, the golden question is, what do we gift them?

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Why Reading Aloud Never Gets Old

Children love to get lost in stories by letting their imaginations run wild, so is there really an expiration date on reading aloud?

There are so many benefits to continued reading aloud, no matter the students’ age! Read below to see why…

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Teaching Children to Use Social Media Effectively

What can we do as adults to ensure children are using social media in a responsible and appropriate way in order to reap its real benefits?

Social media can have a whole host of benefits. (We recently wrote an article about the benefits of social media on mental health

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Top 10 Temples in China

The impact of Buddhism on Chinese architecture can still be seen today. Established as a religion more than 2,000 years ago, the legacy lives on by the many stunning temples, pagodas, and grottos still around today. Some of these incredible temples are open for visitors, so make sure you add these temples to your China itinerary:

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Components of a Good Lesson Plan

There is no doubt that lesson plans are the basic building blocks of being a teacher. You can never escape them! Yet, they have some real benefits. For example, lesson plans are useful in helping the teacher to keep track of what is being taught and can be referred to in years to come.

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