The tourism industry in South Korea is an emerging industry and the country is fast becoming one of the hottest destinations to visit in the world. The Korean culture is gaining popularity in the..
An ESL lesson (8+ years but can adjust to all ages). I have been collecting words (see list below) that Koreans have adopted from other languages. It is sort of a mini-vocabulary within their own..
Hi, I am getting married in Korea on July 31st, 2008. I'm an American citizen and I have NEVER been married before. Do I need some type of paperwork to prove that I have never been married before?..
The National Pension is a system designed to provide stability in the lives of subscribers and their families should they reach a certain age, become handicapped because of injury or disease, or in..
I've just received a sample contract stating that the Korean public holidays constitute the teacher's leave. I've seen other ads allowing 10 days leave. What is normal? Are the public holidays..
The women of Korea often get quite a bad reputation. They are very ethnic looking, like the beauties of the rest of Asia, however they are often seen as being less appealing in general. The bad rap..
I've read several posts about racism against African-Americans (or dark skinned people in general). my question is, are the schools in Korea against hiring native speaking Asians?
Korea is a beautiful country located East Asia in the Korean peninsula. The steady economic rise and Korea and Seoul's continued campaign for respect of human rights continues to put Korea in a..
One thing that you immediately notice as a Westerner in Korea, in the first few hours in fact, is how homogenous Korea is: there are very few white people. For the first time in my life, I felt very..
The 13th Mud Festival will be hosted from July 17 ~ July 24, 2010 at Daecheon Beach, Boryeong. This festival has a strong, dynamic image, and around 2 million domestic and international visitors..
This article is part of a two part series that examines the most important thinks about the hierarchy in the office and at work in South Korean public schools. My extensive analysis and testing of..
Joe/Samantha, I think you're both taking this nation way too seriously. I did a stint there a few years ago and everything you both say is pretty much true - but so what? Korea is a backward country..
I was offered a job in Jeonju at Top Language School...when I google it, I get all of one hit on one message board (a positive review). Anyone know anything about the school? Is it even a real school..
Korea has long been a leader in global economics and continues to be one of the wealthiest countries in Asia. Modern architecture and ancient dynasty landmarks provide tourists with numerous..
Busan is South Korea's second largest city and the country's largest seaport. It is the film capital of Korea and home of the prestigious Pusan International Film Festival. Resting at the southern..
Well, I hope you have an opportunity to travel to and visit the UK one day and see how people really are over there. I do not think that they hate Korea or South Korea. Would you please differentiate..
Hi, I am starting my research on Teaching English in Korea for February 2011. In process of reading the requirement to teach in this country and only had one reason which was I noticed that they do a..
There are actually two Korean countries, North and South Korea. The mainland was divided into two countries after the Korean War in the 1950's. North Korea is a communist country while South Korea is..
I'm not sure which court ruling you found, but we are entitled to severance pay if we work the majority of the hours that a school is in operation. If your employer puts in your contract that you are..
I have a BA, but do not have a ESL or etc... certification. Have been abroad for school and am thinking about teaching in Asia. I have been approached by a recruiting agent from GMSC after sending an..
To all schools in South Korea looking for Foreign teachers: My warmest greetings to all of you! I am a Foreign teacher here in China for 6 years now, and I am proud to say that I am from Baguio City,..
hi! im also a filipina and i am planning to work as a teacher in Korea. I'd like to ask the name of the recruitment agency that gave you the opportunity to be a teacher?.. thank you!
i'm an american living in china and the closest korean consulate is in hong kong. my flight to korea departs on 4/4/07 in the morning from hong kong. i have all the necessary documents for an e2 visa..
I really want to go teach in South Korea and have all the required qualifications. I know I can bring my pet, but how can I bring my spouse? I know that many companies will not provide housing for..
