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Professionalism in South Korea as a Native English Teacher
As a native English teacher in South Korea, understanding Korean culture and professionalism is crucial for both personal success and the broader impact you can have on your students. South... keep reading
From Classroom to Community: An English Teacher's Daily Life in Spain
A glimpse into everyday life as a volunteer teacher in Spain!
Classroom to Boardroom: How Teaching Abroad Builds Skills for Corporate Success
Teaching English abroad provides more than just an opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture. It encourages the building of a unique skill set that is highly valuable in... keep reading
The Essential Packing Guide for English Teachers Moving to South Korea
Moving abroad to teach English in South Korea can be an exciting and life-changing adventure. Not only are you stepping into a new culture, but you’re also starting a new... keep reading
Making Friends While Teaching in South Korea
Living abroad can seem a bit daunting and even scary. It's a new environment, a new language, and a whole new culture. One of the most significant challenges new teachers... keep reading
Curing Your App-etite: The "It" Apps to Use While Living in Spain
Adjusting to a foreign culture can be an isolating and daunting task. Personally, the exhaustion from constant language translation made me question if engaging in conversation was worth my energy... keep reading
Reflections After (Almost) Two Months of Teaching in Madrid
Studying in Madrid vs teaching in Madrid As I’ve mentioned (hopefully not enough times to be annoying) I studied abroad in Madrid my junior year of college. I knew that... keep reading
Culture Shock in Europe
To state the obvious, Spain is not America, and as a result life here is not the same. In a previous post I outlined what a day looks like here... keep reading
Life in Pradoluengo, Spain
My legs started to burn the further up we went, and the walk down would leave my hips sore for days after, but reaching the peak was a dream. This... keep reading
CIEE Korea Spotlight: Read Karime's Experience at EPIK's Orientation!
Karime recently arrived in Korea to begin her year of teaching abroad! She attended EPIK’s Orientation recently and wrote about her experience. Read her interview below: How was orientation? Walk... keep reading
How Teaching Abroad Shaped Me
Hello everyone! My name is Ria, and if you have been keeping up with the blog posts on the CIEE site, then you might have been reading a bit about... keep reading
Navigating Korean Culture in the Education System: A Guide for English Teachers
As an English teacher in South Korea, understanding Korean culture is important for creating a respectful and open learning environment. I have been lucky enough to have lived in South... keep reading
Housing in South Korea: What Type of Accomodations to Expect
The most anxiety filled part of moving abroad to South Korea for me was definitely my housing. I’ll admit, I did go down the Korean Apartment Tour Youtube rabbit hole... keep reading
A Home Away from Home: My Experience with a Host Family
Living with a host family in Cuéllar, Segovia, taught me the value of community and togetherness. Despite the language barrier, we connected through walks, TV time, and shared meals. Celebrating my host sister's birthday with a paella party and ziplining made it unforgettable. This experience immersed me in Spanish culture and emphasized the importance of embracing new experiences.
Embracing Differences: A Glimpse into Thai School Culture vs. the US
Education is a cornerstone of society, yet its practices vary widely across different cultures. One such contrast can be seen between Thailand and the United States, where the daily rituals... keep reading