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News Archive April 2009

Devon man moves to Mumbai slums

A Devon man is eyeing a move to Mumbai this year for a two-year placement working on community and education projects.

Category: TEFL Industry
Posted 07 Apr 2009

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Korea kicks off spelling bee

South Korea will kick off a global spelling bee event next week as part of wider efforts to encourage English language students abroad.

Category: TEFL Industry
Posted 07 Apr 2009

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Students ‘inspired’ by Obama visit

Pupils at the London language school visited by America's first lady Michelle Obama last week (April 2nd) reveal her speech has motivated them to succeed in life.

Category: Teaching and Learning
Posted 07 Apr 2009

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Harry Potter inspires wizard school game

A secondary school in Wales has brought the fictional Harry Potter game of quidditch to life.

Category: Teaching and Learning
Posted 07 Apr 2009

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Fears flying could become ‘too expensive’

ABTA - The Travel Association has expressed concern that flights may soon become the reserve of the rich and famous if air passenger duty continues to rise.

Category: General Travel
Posted 07 Apr 2009

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Thailand lures recession-conscious travellers

Travel to Thailand is becoming increasingly popular as tourists look for cheaper holiday deals outside the eurozone.

Category: General Travel
Posted 07 Apr 2009

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Private schools lure foreign students

UK private schools are increasingly looking overseas as the number of English students enrolling at independent establishments wanes.

Category: Teaching and Learning
Posted 06 Apr 2009

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Indian taxi drivers taught English

The Indian city of Chennai is hoping to enhance tourist experiences by boosting the English language skills of local taxi drivers.

Category: TEFL Industry
Posted 06 Apr 2009

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TEFL job inspires long-term Cambodian link

A TEFL teacher from Yorkshire was so moved by her experiences in Cambodia she has vowed to teach young people in her area more about the country's culture and customs.

Category: TEFL Industry
Posted 06 Apr 2009

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Philadelphia students take on teaching role

Students at Philadelphia's Ursinus College have banded together to teach English to non-native speakers employed by the institution.

Category: TEFL Industry
Posted 06 Apr 2009

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