Custom Writing Services
September 24, 2008 by Louis
Filed under TEFL Musings
I remember when I was in university, we’d always try to find someone who was good at writing to help us write our academic essays. It was ok to spend a little money and then not have to do the essays ourselves. Unfortunately, sometimes we would find that the essays were mostly the same and we would have to do rewrites at the last minute. Not fun. As an aside, when I was teaching in Thailand, I read so many bad essays, I wish they would have gotten someone to help, but no such luck.
Anyways, there is a solution to these problems nowadays. They’re called essays online. Basically, you buy papers online. I know some people have a negative attitude about it, but here’s what I think. So many teachers take the easy way out and just assign an essay. What’s wrong with the student taking the easy way out?
Right or wrong aside, if you are going to buy an essay online, it’s good to go with a quality custom writing service like Custom-Writing.org. They provide essays from quality writers who research the topic fully and ensure that the writing fits the class work and class level. Most importantly, the essays are screened for possible plagiarism before they are sent back to you. That way you don’t appear as though you are a Vice Presidential candidate.
What are you waiting for? I wish I could go back in time and use them. I would have had a lot more fun at college.
Financial Concerns For TEFL Teachers
September 24, 2008 by Louis
Filed under TEFL Advice, TEFL Musings
There are a lot of issues facing TEFL teachers today. I think one of the biggest problems is also one that isn’t talked about and that is the effect of a bad US economy on TEFL teachers around the world. I don’t think enough teachers are considering the possible impact or fallout of the US economy on their own TEFL teaching careers.
Most language institutes do not have deep pockets and an economic downturn could cost many of them their students. That means that teachers will be laid off. This is kind of bleak because there might not be new jobs for them to go into and they may have to come to the states and dying job market. If you are in TEFL or are thinking about it, now is the time to be concerned with your finances.
Difference Between An Agency And A Recruiter
September 16, 2008 by Louis
Filed under Employment Resources, Featured Articles, TEFL Musings
I am often asked about the difference between an agency and a recruiter. Both seem to perform the same function of sending teachers to work at various schools. The difference is in how they are paid and their end responsibilities to TEFL teachers.
Recruiters are hired to recruit teachers to work at a school. Their responsibility is to get a teacher to sign a contract with a school. They receive payment for finding the teacher. As soon as the contract is signed, their responsibility to both the teacher and the school end. It’s a classic, here’s your teacher, thank you for the money kind of deal.
Agencies recruit teachers to work at a school as well, but once they also managed the teachers after they start working. The school pays the agency a monthly or semester payment and the agencies then pay the teachers and handle all of their paperwork. The employer is the agency, not the school they are placed with. It’s an ongoing responsibility.
Now that you know what the difference is, you are better prepared to look for a good job.
The Importance Of School Reviews
September 9, 2008 by Louis
Filed under TEFL Advice, TEFL Musings
Information is king on the internet. In fact, the main draw of the internet has long been free access to information. This sharing of information has helped countless people in countless different situations. It’s hardly surprising that people have decided to turn to the internet to get information on TEFL schools.
This is where TEFL School Reviews comes into play. The focus is on helping people learn more about TEFL schools and avoid problems when they take on a new job. It’s important for teachers to be able to freely share information about a school to other potential teachers. It’s a way for teachers to learn more about a school before they make a huge investment in time, money, and even emotion.
It’s important to help your fellow teachers by leaving ratings and feedback on any school that you have taught at, no matter if you have had a good or bad experience. This feedback will allow other teachers to go into a teaching situation with their eyes wide open.
TEFL Guru Interviews
September 3, 2008 by Louis
Filed under TEFL Gurus, TEFL Musings
I am looking for people who are interested in being interviewed here on TEFL School Reviews. It usually 7 questions that I ask, and it’s your chance to sound off on what you think about particular issues that are percolating in the TEFL industry. It’s your chance to make your voice heard. It’s your chance to make your impact.
If you are interested in being interviewed for TEFL School Reviews, just drop an email to admin@teflschoolreviews.com and let me know why you think you’d be a great subject for an interview here. I will get back to you with the seven questions, if you are selected.

