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Your guide to events, things to do, places to eat, places to see, tips and tricks, and cultural information for adventurers & teachers in South Korea or China.
Photo by Cut in A Moment on UnsplashKorea’s E2 visa requirements being challenged
“I speak English well and I can teach well. I also have certifications. But why can’t I teach English at school? What really matters?” The requirements for teaching English in Korea have traditionally been quite inflexible but a little hope on the horizon exists as some foreigners seek to challenge those rules. On Feb. 28th, […]
Photo by Kelly Sikkema on UnsplashRequirements for Teaching English in Korea
The requirements for teaching English in Korea are diverse and are always subject to change on a dime. But after going through all these motions, English teachers in Korea can find themselves with an experience that leaves a lasting impression on their lives. And with Adventure Teaching leading you the way and helping you navigate […]
Common English Mistakes in Korea – Expect
A common English mistake in Korea can cause heightened anxiety on unsuspecting foreigners, especially those of you teaching English in Korea who are trying to get a read on what might be an overly demanding school director or head teacher. This involves the use of the word ‘expect’. This gets tricky because the Korean word […]
Common English Mistakes in Korea – I’m So Hard!
Among common English mistakes in Korea, there is one particular hiccup that is most likely to cause you to pull a muscle when you raise an eyebrow, such as when you hear a co-worker or student tell you that they are ‘so hard’. You may consider yourself to be physically appealing, but trust us, the […]
Lotte Begins to Muscle its Way into Teaching English in Korea
English teachers in Korea know the Lotte brand fairly well, due to the conglomerate’s reach into burgers and amusement parks. Now, one particular Lotte Department Store has added a ‘specialized academy’ facility to the shopping environment and has become active in attracting parents with young children. Starting this month, Lotte has opened up an English […]
Maple Bear English Academy Concludes Canned Food Donations
Maple Bear English Academy, a popular English teaching franchise throughout Korea, announced on the 11th that it had held a Canned Food Drive to deliver warm love to underprivileged children, the elderly living alone, and the disabled. Maple Bear students participated in the donation by bringing canned foods to their campuses. In order for children […]
6th Maple Bear English Writing Contest completed
Maple Bear English writing contests are held annually, and the most recent iteration was their 9th one ever. Maple Bear in Korea, a global educational institution specializing in bilingual education for preschoolers and elementary school students based on Canadian public education, announced that it had successfully completed the Maple Bear Storytelling Contest. The contest is […]
Maple Bear wins 1st place in ‘2021 Excellent Customer Impression Brand Awards’
Maple Bear in Korea was selected for first place in the ‘2021 Excellent Customer Impression Brand Awards’ sponsored by JoongAng Ilbo and hosted by JY Network. The feat was even more remarkable, knowing that this is the third year in a row that the English education company has won such an award. Headquartered in Canada, […]