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Celebrating the final day of attendance for an ESL student, who, despite hesitating to speak up during first encounters, has shown remarkable academic and interpersonal growth. I have been taken in by this. As educators, the emotional and human aspects of our role can deeply impact us. In the classroom, especially for male educators, showing emotion or investing emotionally in students may not always align with traditional expectations. Cultural nuances, particularly in connecting with students' family life, can be seen as taboo in some cultures, highlighting the significant differences between Asian and Western norms. Despite these variations, the universal truth remains—educators share an innate desire for the best possible outcomes for all students. #CaringEducators #StudentSuccess #RealMenTeach #OpenToWork #JamaicanTeachers

Providing International Schooling Support for Globally Mobile Parents and their Children 1. Research Education Systems 📚: Start by understanding the education system of the country you're moving to. Look into the curriculum, teaching methods, and the language of instruction. 2. International vs Local Schools 🏫: International schools often offer a curriculum similar to what your child is accustomed to and can ease the transition. Local schools, on the other hand, can provide a more immersive cultural experience. Consider your child’s adaptability, language proficiency, and long-term educational goals when making this decision. 3. Visit Schools 🚶♀️ : If possible, visit potential schools to get a feel for the environment. Speak with teachers, administrators, and even students if possible. This can give you a sense of the school’s culture, teaching style, and facilities. 4. Consider Your Child’s Needs 👧👦: Every child is unique. Consider their individual needs, interests, and strengths when choosing a school. Some children might thrive in a structured environment, while others might do better in a more flexible setting. 5. Language Support 🗣️: If the school’s primary language of instruction is different from your child’s native language, check if they offer language support services. This could be in the form of additional language classes or tutoring. 6. Transition Support 🔄: Look for schools that offer support to help new students adjust. This could include orientation programs, buddy systems, or counselling services. 7. Extracurricular Activities 🎨: Investigate the extracurricular options available. These activities can help your child develop new skills, make friends, and integrate into the school community. 8. Safety and Well-being 🔒: Safety should be a top priority. Ensure the school has policies and procedures in place to protect all students. 9. Parental Involvement 👪: Consider how the school involves parents. Active engagement can help you stay connected to your child’s education and the school community. 10. Feedback from Other Parents 💬: Seek out feedback from other expat parents. Their experiences can provide valuable insights into the school’s environment and quality of education. Choosing the right school for your child during an international employment requires thorough research and consideration of various factors. By focusing on these key areas, you can make an informed decision that best suits your child’s needs and ensures a smooth transition to their new school. 🌟 #InternationalSchooling #ExpatLife #ParentingAbroad #GlobalEducation

O Virtual Exchanges and the benefits to student teachers At 8 years old we all dream about our jobs when we “grow up”. Well, my childhood dream never changed and I became exactly what I have always dreamed of, a teacher!!! I followed my dreams, my passion and my somewhat weird need to always help others, regardless of them asking me to or not. In the process of achieving my dream, I had many different jobs, but none of those temporary jobs kept me from getting to where I am today, teaching ESL, finding international opportunities for my very socially isolated students and fighting with all my mighty to get more colleagues on board this amazing journey that is internationalisation of our profession. So what does all this has to do with Virtual Exchanges? Everything!! You see, shortly before the pandemic hit I was lucky enough to finally get a break and join the very exclusive Erasmus+ world in Portugal. It was March 2019. After that, I joined all the VE Valiant was offering. However, each time I applied for a VE, I was faced with a very unjust question “Are you teaching in a rural or geographically isolated area?” I thought, no, but why would you only cater to those teachers? So, I always justified my application with the fact that despite living and working in a city with 2 million people, I had no support from any of my colleagues. I was the only person willing to work openly with teachers and students from abroad at my school. Also my students barely have money to eat and rarely leave their neighbourhood, let alone get in touch with different teaching environments. So, we were not in rural areas, nor in geographically isolated ones, but we were socially isolated!! When I learned I had been selected to participate in these VE’s I was over the moon!!! Needless to say that my professional development was faster in these VE’s than in any mandatory training we must undergo each year in Portugal. I could finally exchange ideas with like-minded people and share ideas, thoughts, problems and anxieties! Suddenly, I wasn’t alone anymore. ETwinning projects were easier to come up with and soon VE 3, with student teachers, showed my students how wonderful teaching could be in the EU because we could work with teachers from different countries as well as colleagues without travelling (during Covid time). Why were these VE’s so important? Because student teachers were not ready to be teachers in the real world!!! Because student teachers were still being asked impossible tasks that are not useful in their daily practices as future teachers!! Because our socially isolated students had the chance to experience what internationalisation is without spending money!! Because there was real impact in student teachers and my own students. In my own point of view, a Virtual Exchange should be mandatory for any and all student teacher across the world. You just never know where you will end up teaching, in the world! Ana Magano

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The Importance of Literacy for Immigrants and the Challenges of ESL Education in the U.S.A. Today. Immigrating to a new country with a different primary language comes with many challenges. One of the most critical hurdles immigrants face is developing literacy in the new language. Being literate opens up opportunities for employment, further education, civic participation, and full integration into the host community. For immigrants, learning to read, write, and communicate effectively in the dominant language is crucial for success and prosperity in their new home.   However, attaining literacy as an adult second language learner presents difficulties. Acquiring a new language becomes increasingly more challenging with age, as the brain is already wired for the first language. Older immigrants must work much harder than young children to develop reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar structures, and pronunciation in the second language. They also have less time to immerse themselves in the language than native speakers who learn from birth.   English as a Second Language, or ESL, programs aim to help immigrant adults overcome these challenges by teaching literacy. Yet ESL teachers face their obstacles. Classes are often overcrowded with students of varying language abilities, cultural backgrounds, education levels, and goals. Teachers must differentiate instruction and materials to engage a diverse group of learners. They must also be sensitive to cultural differences and build rapport with students who may feel vulnerable as language novices.   Students juggle learning the new language while working low-wage jobs, raising families, and navigating an unfamiliar society and system. Many need more transportation, childcare, or the financial means for private tutoring or language immersion outside of class. They have to make significant progress in a limited number of weekly hours. Testing and certification requirements add pressure, as does the stress of gaining skills needed for the workforce or further education within a limited period.   Overall, developing literacy as an immigrant is an immense challenge and profoundly crucial for full participation in one's adopted community. With dedication from students and teachers, ESL programs work to overcome obstacles so that immigrants of all backgrounds can improve their language skills and futures. Public support for such programs will help welcome and integrate newcomers to contribute their talents.

My blog on International Language Day... Parenting is a joyful experience. Cuddling, kissing, hugging, playing, and nourishing the young ones is a special feeling. And that feeling became magical for me when both the little ones started to utter those first few words in their life. Baba itaaaa (Dad, I am here) Baba Zooov (Dad, I am your life) ... broken words struggling and stumbling to form a sentence as they tried to put meaning and names to the strange world around them. A beautiful process that became even more adorable when little ones conversed in their mother language with people around them. Colloquial words that we as parents heard from our grandparents sound so special when coming from these little ones. However, about 37 per cent of students in low- and middle-income countries in the world are not being taught in the language they speak and understand best. In India, the estimate is around 35 per cent including many children studying in English medium schools.

🌻 𝑊ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑚𝑎𝑘𝑒𝑠 𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑐ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑗𝑜𝑏𝑠 𝑖𝑛 𝐻𝑜 𝐶ℎ𝑖 𝑀𝑖𝑛ℎ 𝐶𝑖𝑡𝑦 𝑝𝑜𝑝𝑢𝑙𝑎𝑟 𝑎𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑎𝑡𝑟𝑖𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑚𝑢𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑦 👀 Vietnam is not only popular as a small nation with marvelous landscapes and high cultural value but also as a great location for expats to explore and obtain a suitable job. Therefore, what unique characteristics make Vietnam so interesting to discover? Explore by scrolling down! 👇 🍀 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝: 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 The first surprise that expats will be shocked to discover about Vietnam is that everything is extremely cheap. From groceries, phone bills, and gas, to even the cost of rent, etc., every fare is quite affordable. Consequently, having extremely cheap living costs had become a peculiar characteristic of Vietnam. 🍀 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 For ex-pats that first arrive in Vietnam, most people would be stunned by the chaos of traffic. Crossing the street in Vietnam seems to be a nightmare for ex-pats and even locals as well. If you don’t feel like riding to work, transport apps are one of the options you can download on devices. Simply, with one click to book a ride, a vehicle (by your choice) will be ready to pick you up. 🍀 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: 𝐚 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐲 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 Vietnam is famous for its holistic culture, which encompasses a variety of foods, a rich history of traditional outfit, unique music performances, etc. Furthermore, this city is also an infamous travel destination. Every year, Ho Chi Minh City welcomes more than 3 million international travelers since the city has a diversity of important historical locations that travelers can explore, such as Dragon Wharf, Nguyen Hue Walking Street, etc. 🍀 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭: 𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 Along with popular job positions, teaching jobs in Ho Chi Minh City are also known as popular jobs for international citizens. As a foreigner, what are your pros when obtaining this job? You can apply your language to the process of working. In addition, teaching ESL students will provide you with an opportunity to understand the language problems that the student is struggling with, then choose a suitable approach to improve their skills. 🍃 Are you ready to put yourself in the challenge of educating the young generations? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eycUNNYG ------------------------------- 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗛 𝗔𝗧 𝗘𝗠𝗚 𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 - 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗛 𝗜𝗡 𝗩𝗜𝗘𝗧𝗡𝗔𝗠 🌏 Website: https://teach.emg.vn/ 🏢 19 Vo Van Tan Street, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3, HCMC #TeachatEMG #TeachinVietnam #EMGEducation #Englishteacher #Academic_coordinator #Job

These schools are taking a proactive approach to address the bilingual teacher shortage by investing time and resources into a key demographic. Check out the article to learn more about their innovative approaches. #bilingualteachers #education #teachershortage #bilingualjobs

📚🌍Understanding the world starts with interpretation! 🌟✨ Did you know that interpretation plays a crucial role in the education sector? 🎓📖 It bridges language barriers, fosters inclusivity, and enhances learning for all! 🌈✨ 🔍 Discover the benefits of interpretation in education: 1️⃣ Access for all: Interpretation ensures that students and parents from diverse backgrounds can fully participate in supporting a great education. No language should be a barrier to education! 🌐🤝 2️⃣ Inclusivity matters: Interpretation promotes a sense of belonging and creates a welcoming environment for students who speak different languages. Celebrating diversity strengthens our educational community! 🌍🤗 3️⃣ Enhanced learning experience: Interpretation allows students to grasp complex concepts in their native language, maximizing their understanding and engagement. Let's empower every student to reach their full potential! 🌟💡 4️⃣ Cultural exchange: By interpreting different languages, we encourage the exchange of ideas, perspectives, and traditions. Education becomes a vibrant tapestry of global knowledge! 🌎📚 👩🏫👨🎓 Let's embrace interpretation in education and create a world where language is never a barrier to learning! Together, we can build a brighter future for all! 💪🌟 Share if you believe in the power of interpretation! 🔄💙 Let's make education inclusive and accessible for every student! Check out our open positions - don't worry, we'll invest in training you: https://hubs.ly/Q02jfY8c0 or email us at vm@lingoaid.co💪📚 #EducationMatters #InclusionInEducation #InterpretationForAll #BreakingBarriers #EmpoweringStudents #DiversityInEducation

Check out this article about two of our current School of Education students in Rome! When they’re not traveling and exploring the culture, they are also creating lesson plans and teaching in local Italian elementary schools. #sjurome #studyabroad