Understanding student trauma and trauma-Informed teaching
Buzzwords like trauma-informed practice and trauma-informed teaching are increasingly common when discussing what’s important in today’s classroom. But just how common is student trauma and why does it matter at school? One study found that 60% of adults have experienced abuse or other difficult family circumstances during childhood and 26% of kids in the US […]
Where to teach abroad as an LGBTQ+ person
Happy Pride Month! ?️? We hope you are staying healthy and safe. It’s not quite the month anyone expected because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Pride parades and other events to celebrate Pride Month have been moved online or canceled entirely. But good news is on the horizon for anyone dreaming of teaching abroad. Countries are starting […]
This calculator shows how much you can make teaching English online
Lately, we’ve been getting a lot of reader questions about how much money you can actually make teaching English online. Looking for your first job after graduation? Trying to make some money in between jobs? Fancy the life of a digital nomad? Are you a working teacher interested in supplementing your income? How about a […]
How many hours of TEFL do I need to teach abroad or online?
A quick search online will show that there are online TEFL courses to suit every schedule and every budget. But how many hours of TEFL training do you actually need to qualify for jobs? Well, the answer depends on whether you’re teaching abroad (and which country you choose) or online. For teaching jobs abroad you’ll […]
Black Lives Matter
These are complex and systemic problems, and like so many others, we at Teach Away and Klassroom are taking a look, individually and collectively, at the ways in which we have been complicit in supporting an unjust system, and we are committed to creating a more just system — through our work in teacher education, […]
Become a better teacher with our professional development courses
As a teacher, you never stop learning. There will be lessons you totally nail, “ah-ha!” moments that you make possible, and a ton of cute thank you cards on your desk at the end of the year. Most days, however, you’ll walk out of a lesson thinking about what went well and what you need […]
Can I get a teaching degree online?
Are you considering enrolling in an online teaching program instead of a classroom-based one? Well then, you’re in luck! You can get a teaching degree online. As distance learning becomes more and more mainstream, the majority of public and private four-year institutions in the US now offer a wide variety of highly reputable online teaching […]
How to make English teaching interesting online: 5 little-known tips
Learning another language online is no walk in the park. Imagine how daunting it can be for students in the classroom, let alone online. Chances are they might be nervous, frustrated or intimidated without the same real-world interaction. That’s why being engaging and infusing a little creativity into your online lesson is essential in helping them learn […]
The difference between computer literacy and digital literacy
The pandemic has drastically changed schooling. Schools around the world were forced to close and switch to digital learning overnight. So, why is it important for both students and teachers to possess digital literacy skills? Digital literacy helps students and educators safely navigate digital environments. And it goes beyond just knowing how to use a computer and […]
What you need to know about getting paid to teach English online in 2020
Teaching English online can be a great way to make some extra cash. Aside from the awesome commute (from your bedroom to your living room) and the pay, working as an online teacher gives you the freedom to choose your own schedule. Your earning potential is truly in your own hands. But while the freedom that […]