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A field recently cleared for farming in Shan State, Burma.

Protecting the Forest By Burning it Down

In rural Burma, traditional agriculture practices have maintained the forest for decades, but can they endure in the face of modernization? 
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Kelly with students at her previous school in Bangkok, Thailand.

Quitting Your Day Job

The messy part of teaching abroad that no one wants you to know about. 
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The Frailty of Friendships Abroad

The Frailty of Friendships Abroad

The hardest part of travel is saying goodbye. 
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Jennalyn's first day of teaching.

How Teaching Abroad Enhances Your Resume

Five marketable skills that you'll develop as an EFL teacher.
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Cultural Crash Course in India

Cultural Crash Course in India

Volunteering at an ashram offers a peek into one part of India's rich culture.
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Con Voyage

Con Voyage

How to avoid scams, keep your cash—and still have fun.
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Elephant Treks: Don't Get Taken for a Ride

Elephant Treks: Don't Get Taken for a Ride

Elephants, freed from the cruelty of Thailand's logging industry, now face an equally grim prospect: Tourism.
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TEFL staff at Jennalyn's school in Thailand.

The 5 Types of EFL Teachers You’ll Meet Abroad

Teaching English overseas? Meet your co-workers.
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Jennalyn with her students in Thailand.

Why I Almost Didn't Move to Thailand

. . .and why I'm glad I did. 
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An American TEFL teacher with Korean students.

What's It Like to Teach English for the First Time?

Three strange questions you should be prepared to answer.
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Participants at a meeting to discuss issues in rural Burma.

Promoting Environmental Awareness in Burma

Kaelyn tries to create change by spreading environmental knowledge to remote communities of Burma. 
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Shanghai on the Horizon

Shanghai on the Horizon

Allan prepares for his latest teaching placement by reflecting on his past. 
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