I just finished their 300-hour…
I just finished their 300-hour professional certification. The course itself was pretty good and I felt thrilled about it. My main motivation was to live in a completely new environment. Overall, it worked for what I needed.
I just finished the course and…
I just finished the course and I’m very happy. My main motivation was to meet peers from different backgrounds, and I did. The instructor ******* was really supportive throughout. I’m proud of my achievement from this short-term skill development.
Right now I’m finishing up thi…
Right now I’m finishing up this certificate. Honestly, I just wanted a way to go live abroad and meet folks. I’m a pretty goal-oriented student, so the structure worked for me. The instructors were really helpful. Overall, I felt it was a solid program that covered everything.
I just finished the certificat…
I just finished the certificate last week and feel pretty good about it. My tutor ******* was really supportive throughout. I did it as a refresher to challenge myself, and now I’m much more confident about teaching abroad. The course materials were solid.
Having recently finished the c…
Having recently finished the course while finishing an academic bridging certificate, I felt well-prepared. It suited me as an independent learner. For anyone looking to transition from their old job into teaching, this course is a solid step.
The Curious Case of the Classroom Nickname
Picture this: you’re in the middle of a lesson, guiding your students through the intricacies of the present perfect tense, when one of them raises their hand. You call on them, expecting a question about verb conjugation. Instead, they look you straight in the eye and say, “Excuse me, Fish?” You pause. Is this a new, avant-garde method of asking for clarification? A slip of the tongue? You quickl...[Read More]
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