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News Archive January 2011

Over 140,000 public sector jobs at risk

The number of job cuts at local councils has already surpassed 140,000.

Category: TEFL Industry
Posted 24 Jan 2011

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BBC to cut 360 online jobs

The BBC will be reducing its online budget by 25 per cent by 2013.

Category: TEFL Industry
Posted 24 Jan 2011

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New Yorkers despairing over job market?

The number of jobless people in New York declined as less people are looking for work.

Category: Moving Abroad
Posted 24 Jan 2011

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Those living abroad should be careful of using a credit card overseas

Using a credit or debit card overseas can prove costly.

Category: Living Abroad
Posted 24 Jan 2011

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Work experience placements to be extended for young unemployed

Youngsters who are unemployed will be able to complete more work experience.

Category: Teaching and Learning
Posted 24 Jan 2011

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TEFLers can bring in the Chinese New Year in Asia

The Chinese New Year is a very important event in Asia

Category: Living Abroad
Posted 21 Jan 2011

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TEFLers should use old teaching techniques for lessons

A new study has found that old teaching techniques could be better than newer methods.

Category: TEFL Industry
Posted 21 Jan 2011

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TEFL teachers should not ‘hide foreign origins’

TEFLers are more likely to bond with local workers if they reveal their origins.

Category: TEFL Industry
Posted 21 Jan 2011

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TEFLers could be enlisted to teach English to ethnic minorities in Vietnam

Ethnic minority students will be exempt from all education fees.

Category: Teaching and Learning
Posted 21 Jan 2011

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Older workers ‘more likely’ to be made redundant

Over 50s who work for a council are more likely to be made redundant.

Category: Moving Abroad
Posted 21 Jan 2011

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