Published on:
July 11, 2018

by: Guest

Published on:
July 3, 2018

by: Guest

Teacher Guest Post: Four Things I Learned Teaching in China

Teaching in China is a very much a 2 way learning experience. While students improve their English, teachers have the chance to learn all about Chinese culture, language and work ethic. Our resident Shenzhen blogger, Zoe, shares 4 of her most useful tips learned while teaching in China. July is an interesting month of change and reflection. [...]

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Published on:
June 26, 2018

by: Guest

Guest Post: A Day Trip to Hong Kong, from Shenzhen

Hong Kong is a fascinating and unique part of China. A former colony of the British empire with a rich and traditional Southern Chinese history and culture, has made Hong Kong a fascinating fusion of East and West, and a must see destination for those living across China. It's easily accessible, with cheap flights from [...]

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Published on:
June 19, 2018

by: Guest

Teacher Guest Blog: Western Foodie in Shenzhen

China is famous for having some of the world's most delicious and diverse range of cuisines. However, after eating this day in, day out, there's always an abundance of non-Chinese eating options available to teachers and expats looking for a little home comfort! This week our resident blogger, Zoe, fills us in on the best [...]

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Published on:
June 12, 2018

by: Guest

Published on:
June 5, 2018

by: Guest

Teacher Guest Post: Help! I don’t speak Chinese!

This week Opportunity China's Shenzhen Blogger, Zoe Brent, discusses the challenges that come with living and working in a country with such a diverse and challenging language(s). Zoe shares her top tips on how maximise your language learning capacity whilst in China.  I will put you under no illusion - Mandarin Chinese is one of the most difficult [...]

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Published on:
May 24, 2018

by: Guest

Guest Teacher Blog: A Weekend in Shenzhen

We're delighted to introduce our new resident blogger in Shenzhen, Zoe Brent. Zoe completed an undergraduate degree in Global Politics at the University of Winchester, followed by a Master's in TESOL at the University of Southampton (UK). Since February 2018 she's been teaching for Xingwei Primary School in Bao'an, Shenzhen, as part of the Teach [...]

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Published on:
May 22, 2018

by: Will Perrins

Guide to Insurance for teachers and expats in China

Anyone who has lived and worked in China will tell you that daily life can be a roller-coaster of excitement, dynamism, hilarity and chaos. With that in mind, it’s important to remember to expect the unexpected on a daily basis, and be prepared for any emergencies that might arise. Holding medical/ travel insurance is an absolute [...]

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Published on:
May 15, 2018

by: Guest

Published on:
May 7, 2018

by: Guest