Overnight trip from Hanoi: Bike riding in Ninh Binh
I spent the morning pouring over maps and then, with bike and GoPro, I was off to explore Ninh Binh. Continue reading Overnight trip from Hanoi: Bike riding in Ninh Binh
Why I chose Handspan Travel for my Halong Bay tour
No matter what tour operator you choose, you’ll never regret visiting this insanely gorgeous place, but I definitely recommend Handspan Travel Indochina for a particularly special experience. Continue reading Why I chose Handspan Travel for my Halong Bay tour
Suggestions for one day in Hanoi
You can definitely spend more than one day in Hanoi, especially if you want to fit in a lot of … Continue reading Suggestions for one day in Hanoi
Fearful and scam-hungry in Hanoi
When I landed I went to the currency exchange counter and handed over 400 RMB. A woman swiftly collected Vietnamese … Continue reading Fearful and scam-hungry in Hanoi
Magic of games in the ESL classroom
Games add excitement and meaning instantly; they increase the stakes and give the students a reason to perform. And they’re not just for classroom management. The best games, those that challenge the students to use language creatively, to solve problems or create something new, those games result in the best production of the target language that I ever see in the classroom. Continue reading Magic of games in the ESL classroom
What to know before you teach English abroad
All in all, there are a million complaints about teaching in Asia on the internet, but don’t let that scare you away from what can be a great experience. I think the most important thing is making sure that you and the school have the same expectations in mind before you start. If you’re careful, you can find a position that’s a good match for you. Continue reading What to know before you teach English abroad
Understanding differences in Chinese and American high school students
“Imagine you have a child. And this child is about to enter college. Give your child your best advice on … Continue reading Understanding differences in Chinese and American high school students
How to live in China and actually learn Chinese
A list of resources and tips for learning Chinese while in China Are you a foreigner in China overwhelmed by … Continue reading How to live in China and actually learn Chinese
Ten things I love about teaching in China
The students Ok, that’s obvious. If I didn’t like the students, I definitely wouldn’t be doing this. What’s nice about … Continue reading Ten things I love about teaching in China
Chinese is the best worst language.
I’ve been studying Chinese since I arrived in China last August, and as with any language, my study of it … Continue reading Chinese is the best worst language.
the top-bunk philosopher 