Combining subjective assumptions with a lack of real criticism for other language praxis, is nothing more than a self-absorbed ego boost. Having strayed so far from the point elicited, articulation was then put on a pedestal without even a whiff of differing lexis, cultural semantics, or developing syntax. Your ... Full Comment>>

Aw man that's really sad. If it's really that bad, why not just bite the bullet and go elsewhere? Ain't no reason to think any less of yourself for moving on. Mondays and Tuesdays that really sucks. Ditch that ishnit! Full Comment>>

Good article with some good ideas. The conversation that has stemmed from it is interesting. I don't think it's a question of teaching skills though. You can have none and be efficient as long as you take things seriously. A lot of teaching positions for foreigners are 'Mickey Mouse' jobs designed to simply encourage... Full Comment>>