Do’s and Don’ts of English TeachingSo you are thinking of

joining the growing list of ESL teachers in China, right? We’ve prepared

the top do’s and don’t of English teaching in China.

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Do Be PunctualPunctuality is a virtue in China. Keeping time shows that

you have respect for others. It is a common habit for Chinese people to show up a while before the set time as a

sign of earnestness.

Do Hang Out With The LocalsOne reason you are going to China is to experience a new

culture. Therefore, spend time with the locals, both students and the community to experience and live their culture. Make friends and acquaintances. Chinese people are known to spend their holidays and special occasions sharing a large meal with family. You will quickly feel at home when invited to such gatherings if you have been

mingling with the locals

Do Adhere to SuperstitionsIf you want to get fully absorbed into the Chinese

community and get make your students feel free to relate with you, then you must absorb their culture. This means to superstitious even though you don’t believe in them. Chinese have countless superstitious beliefs like where

student don’t eat eggs before examinations because they are shaped like digit zero.

Don’t Speak Negatively About ChinaChinese nationals are very nationalistic, and this is a virtue that is taught early in school. As a matter of fact, don’t get

surprised when you hear questions like, “Do you like China?” or “Do you like chopsticks?” Such questions should

attract one answer- Yes. A “No” answer will generate shocked faces and confusion.

Don’t Speak Negatively About Your Native CountryJust like you don’t negatively about China, speaking

negatively about your native country will raise patriotism questions. Since these kids have been taught on patriotism and nationalism, they don’t expect you to break a rule so

important. Let them see patriotism in you too.

Don’t Oppose The Cultural DifferencesLike in every country, there are cultural practices in China that adhered to by the Chinese nationals. Though some of

these practices might be insignificant to you, you are supposed to respect them and possibly adhere to them too. It’s nice to embrace other cultures especially when

you are residing within the community.

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