Why teaching abroad is so popular
Teach Away recently made the headlines with rising application figures showing that more and more teachers are looking to swap their classroom for one abroad. So why are increasing numbers of teachers heading overseas to work? Well, where shall we start? 1. Teaching overseas provides new perspectives on education Attitudes towards education and teaching methods vary […]
Travel and Education News Roundup, May 16, 2014
It’s the end of another eventful week in the world of international education. There has been much debate in the USA over the Common Core State Standards initiative, which came into full effect today. Celebrity chef, Jamie Oliver, helped school children in the UK to break the world record for the biggest cooking lesson ever. The […]
Building a connection with your international students
As foreigner teaching abroad, you might be worried your students have a hard time relating to you. However, the opposite is almost always true – they’re curious and keen to get to know you. Making yourself available and approachable will allow you to forge a stronger connection with your classes. There are a few techniques […]
Teach Away begins latest interview sessions for Abu Dhabi teaching jobs
NEW YORK | 9th May 2014 Teach Away has kicked off their latest round of in-person interview sessions this week for teaching positions with the Abu Dhabi Education Council. ADEC directors and Teach Away recruiters have so far met with prospective teachers in London and New York who are hoping to secure a role for August […]
East Asia leads in latest global education rankings
One of Teach Away’s biggest placement regions, South Korea, has this week been named as the world leader in education, closely followed by Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong. The rankings were recently compiled by Pearson for the Economist Intelligence Unit and are considered to be the most comprehensive available, combining the respected OECD’s PISA tests, […]
Travel in Style: Etihad Airways Launches $21,000 Private Cabin
We can’t promise to send you to Abu Dhabi in such luxury, but Etihad Airways this week announced the addition of a new Airbus A380 to its fleet, complete with a lavish private cabin. The apartment-style cabin, which is assigned its own personal butler, boasts separate sleeping and living spaces, including a high tech entertainment […]
Travel and Education News Roundup – May 2, 2014
Happy Friday, everyone! Check out some of our most recent must-reads: Teachers don’t have to quit their jobs to travel – teaching abroad lets you keep working while you see the world! Still, there’s some good advice in here. (via Huffington Post) Great tips on keeping students engaged as the school year winds down. (via […]
6 Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is much, much more than vast desert, camels and oil. The Middle East’s biggest nation is a vibrant hub for Arabian culture and is a highly significant location both religiously and historically. Here are some of our favorite recent facts about Saudi Arabia! 1. Saudi Arabia is one of the most generous countries […]
Life for Women in the UAE
Teach Away has successfully placed hundreds of female teachers in schools across the UAE over the past 10 years. Although our candidates are always excited to teach in the UAE, many do have concerns about safety and cultural differences in this diverse Middle Eastern region. In reality, the UAE is often considered the safest region […]
5 things to know before teaching in Korea
Experienced ESL teacher, Adrian, at Teach Away shares some essential insight into living and teaching in South Korea. 1. Learn some basics of the Korean language. Even a few key phrases can go a long way when it comes to carrying out basic tasks and getting around. Take the time to study correct pronunciation. You […]