This Week Overseas! June 30th, 2010

10 Essential ESL Teaching Tools
Mon, 06/21/2010
I taught English in Taiwan for two years and I quickly discovered that in order to be successful in the classroom, I needed a wide variety of tools at my disposal. These tools not only helped me engage my students, but also created a fun learning environment. I hope this list of tools will help you as much as they helped me as a new ESL teacher. Read More..

The World Cup Takes You Overseas
Tue, 06/29/2010
Unless you have just returned from vacation on a remote island, you have no doubt noticed the news headlines being dominated by the World Cup. The ‘beautiful game’ has finally returned to the world stage after four long years. Read More..

10 Things You Should Know Before Teaching Abroad
06/28/2010
Many of you have likely considered spending a year teaching abroad in a foreign country. Teaching abroad can truly be a life changing experience. It’s a great way to travel, immerse oneself in a foreign culture and make a difference all at the same time. That said, preparing to move abroad can sometimes be stressful! The GO! Overseas forums often contain many questions about preparing for life in a new country. With that in mind, we have created a helpful and handy list: “Top 10 Things You Should Know Before Teaching Abroad” Read More..

An Interview with Kristina of Do It While You're Young
Tue, 06/30/2010
Welcome to another GO! Interview! This is our second interview this week and today we are proud to feature Kristina Wegscheider of Do It While You're Young. Kristina co-founded this website with her longtime friend Jerri Stephenson to inspire an adventurous spirit in young women to travel, study, work, or volunteer abroad. Kristina is an experienced traveler herself and we are delighted to share her travel experiences with the GO! community. Read More..

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