Teaching English Abroad: 6 Considerations For Choosing a TEFL Certification

Teaching English Abroad: 6 Considerations For Choosing a TEFL Certification

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    Teaching English Abroad: 6 Considerations For Choosing a TEFL Certification

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    Having a TEFL certification can mean better schools, better pay, and may even be required for a work visa. But which kind of course should you choose?

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Having a TEFL certification can mean better schools, better pay, and may even be required for a work visa. But which kind of course should you choose?
Q & A: International Work as a Journalist

Q & A: International Work as a Journalist

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    Q & A: International Work as a Journalist

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    Verge asks veteran journalist and founder of the Global Reporting Centre, Peter Klein, what it takes to become a journalist working internationally.

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Verge asks veteran journalist and founder of the Global Reporting Centre, Peter Klein, what it takes to become a journalist working internationally.
From the Field Blog: Editors’ Choice

From the Field Blog: Editors’ Choice

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    From the Field Blog: Editors’ Choice

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    A round-up of Verge editorial staff’s favourite blog posts over the past few months.

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A round-up of Verge editorial staff’s favourite blog posts over the past few months.
At the End of Your Bucket List

At the End of Your Bucket List

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    At the End of Your Bucket List

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    What happens if you meet your untimely end while abroad? Here’s what you need to know.

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What happens if you meet your untimely end while abroad? Here’s what you need to know.
Work Abroad: The Blue Ocean Approach

Work Abroad: The Blue Ocean Approach

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    Work Abroad: The Blue Ocean Approach

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    A case for launching your international career in emerging markets.

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A case for launching your international career in emerging markets.
A Language Litany

A Language Litany

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Finding bathrooms and making small talk—all part of picking up Survival Chinese (or, in my case, making a fool of myself).
How to Teach English Abroad in Italy

How to Teach English Abroad in Italy

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English teaching opportunities abound in the land of la dolce vita.
A Guide to Italian Work Visas

A Guide to Italian Work Visas

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Navigating Italy's convoluted work visa process can be a headache—but also worth the effort. Here's how.
Work Abroad as a International Program Leader

Work Abroad as a International Program Leader

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It’s not just about the thrill of travel. Running programs for gap year and study abroad organizations requires long hours and a lot of work. Pacific Discovery weighs in on what this dream job is really like.
A Year of Teaching in Thailand

A Year of Teaching in Thailand

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As Nicole packs her bags for Taiwan, she reflects on what she's learned in the last year.
Four Things I’ve Learned to Live Without in Spain

Four Things I’ve Learned to Live Without in Spain

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What I once thought was necessary—and why I'm questioning if I'll need them when I return home.
Why Im Moving to Taiwan

Why I'm Moving to Taiwan

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Nicole finds "purpose" in her latest journey. 
Tips for First-Time Solo Travellers

Tips for First-Time Solo Travellers

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Three ways to prepare before setting off.
How Not to Mess Up a Move to China

How Not to Mess Up a Move to China

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10 tips to make your transition abroad easier. 
The Highs and Lows of Expat Living

The Highs and Lows of Expat Living

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The challenges and rewards of a life abroad. 
A Glimpse of Dalian, China

A Glimpse of Dalian, China

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An average commute home, complete with perfumed sausage and potato pocket warmers.
Learning to Embrace a New Work-Life Balance Abroad

Learning to Embrace a New Work-Life Balance Abroad

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Getting used to a Spanish schedule was a struggle, until I decided to let go.
Getting Thai’d Up: Lessons in Giving

Getting Thai’d Up: Lessons in Giving

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Struggling with individuality in a collective society. 
Is it Better to Travel Alone or as a Couple?

Is it Better to Travel Alone or as a Couple?

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Breaking down the successes and challenges of living abroad as a duo.
Indonesias New Marine Ambassadors

Indonesia's New Marine Ambassadors

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For young Indonesians, a new land of opportunity could lie beneath the sea.

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