The Challenges of Teaching

Edifications by Expat English Educators Compiled by Dr. David E. Shaffer. Every occupation is sure to have both gratifying and challenging aspects, but working in a distant land with a … Read More

The Challenges of Teaching English as a Filipina

Compiled by Dr. David E. Shaffer. Filipino English teachers in Korea occupy a somewhat unique position. Although English is the primary medium of instruction from elementary school through university in … Read More

On Being a Master Teacher

Interview by Dr. David E.Shaffer. We all know what a postmaster is and what a headmaster is, and we’re all familiar with “master of ceremonies” and “master craftsman.” But what … Read More

Teacher Training at JIEI:The Jeollanamdo International English Institute

Interview by Dr.David Shaffer. In this issue of the Gwangju News, we have decided to interview two members of the GwangjuJeonnam Chapter of KOTESOL who are teacher trainers at the … Read More

Team-Teaching with Native Speakers

Written by Dr.David Shaffer. Team-teaching has become a common practice at public schools in Korea where native English-speaking teachers are assigned. The concept was introduced on a large scale in … Read More

Conferencing for Self-Improvement

Every October a conference is held, where English language teachers work on their professional development in a supportive environment.