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1. Do’s and Don’ts of English Teaching
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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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2. Do Be Punctual
Punctuality 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.

3. Do Hang Out With The Locals
One 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

4. Do Adhere to Superstitions
If 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.

5. Don’t Speak Negatively About China
Chinese 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.

6. Don’t Speak Negatively About Your Native Country
Just 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.

7. Don’t Oppose The Cultural Differences
Like 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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