Adventures

in Teaching English in South Korea

I've created this website for those who are already in Korea teaching as well as for those who are interested in coming to Korea to teach. I hope to eventually cover every possible topic. If there is something you'd like to know about and I haven't written about it in this website, please e-mail me at mehlong@geocities.com. I've been in Korea since July 1997--I'm one of those lonely few who survived the initial IMF crash. I am writing my honest impressions of teaching and living here.....nothing has been spiced up because it's simply not necessary. As any teacher will readily say, teaching is rewarding....you throw yourself into a foreign country on top of that, and you've got yourself an adventure. This website is under constant construction. When you find any mistakes, please e-mail me and let me know. mehlong@geocities.com Sign my guestbook. View my guestbook.

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Information for Prospective Newcomers

What goes in the suitcase and what stays at home What to bring for students What to ask the resident foreign teacher (before you come to Korea) How do Koreans treat foreigners? Weird Racial Prejudices Why non-white teachers might want to consider a different destination Women's Issues Stuff female foreign teachers might be interested in Foreign Life Day-to-day survival as a resident alien

Little Bits of Differences surprising little things General Teaching Advice good for new and established teachers Internet Access Where to find it and what it's like Loneliness What we're all afraid to admit we fear An Insect's Life Battling Godzilla mosquitoes

Information for ESL Teachers Already in Korea

No Classes for Foreigners?! Is your city so small it offers nothing? Signing on for Another Year When you love your job so much you just can't leave after one year Finding a New Job When you're ready to move on.... University Positions Did you know you can work at a university without a master's?

Cooking Konglish Easy recipes for those who can't spend hours preparing the elaborate dishes described in cookbooks When Murphy's Law Takes Over Your Life What to do when you are stuck in a bad situation in school and want out

Links to Other Valuable and Interesting Sites

A Teacher's Life in Korea This website belongs to my best Ulsan friend, Barbara....she tells you the stuff I don't, like where to shop and what to drink.

Dave's ESL Cafe I'm sure you've heard of this site. If not, you can find a vast variety of resources for ESL teachers and students here. You can even look for a job.