Women teachers who made history by changing the world
The impact that teachers make, inside and outside of the classroom, ripples far and wide. Making a difference is pretty much written into the job description, and every day teachers change the world in a number of ways, both large and small. Whether it’s setting a student on a new path, helping your school find […]
Teachers Matter: Canadian Teacher Receives $1 million Global Teacher Prize
Last night, we were excited to be there as the top educators in the world were recognized and the $1 million Global Teacher Prize was awarded at the annual Global Education and Skills Forum in Dubai. One of the most high-profile awards for teaching excellence in the world, the Global Teacher Prize is handed out […]
How soon can I teach abroad?
Our friends at University of Toronto TEFL Online published a great post about how soon you can teach abroad: You’ve decided to teach abroad…let the adventure begin! But hold on before squeezing your life into a tiny suitcase and booking a cheap flight, because the process is not always as straightforward as it might seem. Whether […]
5 things teachers must do this summer
Just in case you hadn’t noticed – it’s summer time! Whether you’ve been teaching abroad or at home, the coming weeks of freedom are the perfect opportunity to reflect on the past year’s successes and challenges, while applying what you’ve learned to your plans for the year ahead. We highly recommend indulging in the following: […]
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 […]
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, […]
The Benefits of Student-Led Learning in International Schools
By Kathy Deady Finally, international educational bodies are recognizing that teaching methods need to evolve drastically in response to changing demands and the constant progression of information technology. Recent education reforms in Europe and the Middle East have acknowledged the need for progressive innovation in this area, with a particular focus on the potential for […]