Judred1967

Feb 15, 2017 13:13

Articles : Judred1967 commented on news Survival of the Fittest: The Difficulties of Finding a Job as a Foreigner

Most probably you will qualify if you have a bachelor's degree in any course as long as you look white. My main misgiving about this rule is the reality that educational theories, teaching techniques and strategies, and lesson planning are all needed in teaching, especially if one teaches at the lower levels. Having ... Full Comment>>

Judred1967

Feb 15, 2017 12:59

Articles : Judred1967 commented on news Survival of the Fittest: The Difficulties of Finding a Job as a Foreigner

I do not understand the thinking of some if not all Western people. They complain that Chinese people are willing to work for a lot less in their own country than foreigners. However, in the USA for example, the locals are complaining that foreigners are willing to work for a lot less. Maybe Westerners should accept ... Full Comment>>

Judred1967

Feb 12, 2017 10:30

Articles : Judred1967 commented on news Is Teaching English in China Worthwhile？

Goodness, a lot of Western people whine about their work conditions in China. You guys have a choice and there will be trade offs. If you don't like working in China for whatever reason, please go back home and work there. Many of you do not even have a bachelor's degree in education and are only hired for your ... Full Comment>>

Judred1967

Feb 11, 2017 19:24

Teaching-Translating : Judred1967 commented on news Teaching English in China: The Frustrations of a Foreign Teacher

Yes, foreign teachers from the West still have an easier life than the locals. Some can even teach English without a degree in education. However, the kind of education seen in China (learning to pass exams) vs. Western educational systems just reflects the Asian thinking of what education means. South Korea, Japan, ... Full Comment>>

Judred1967

Feb 11, 2017 19:15

Articles : Judred1967 commented on news Finding a Job in China: Recent Struggles of Some Expats

Age limit is a reality anywhere, even in first world countries. It is not so much about discrimination but the fact that older people do have health issues already as a rule. Plus, there are jobs that demand youth. If you are an employer, you tend to see how age can affect productivity. I have accepted that reality ... Full Comment>>

Judred1967

Feb 11, 2017 19:09

Articles : Judred1967 commented on news Finding a Job in China: Recent Struggles of Some Expats

Maybe foreigners from more affluent countries should stop demanding and whining too much. If the pay is lower in China, just return to your first world countries where you will be paid higher ....and also pay rent. That is if you can find a job there with the kind of economy the world has today. I wonder if the USA ... Full Comment>>