Emita - I haven't actually started teaching yet, but I can let you know next week. I have a little more experience with living in China, and I'd have to say it's a lot of challenge topped by a lot of rewards. The culture is very different from western countries (which can cause a lot of confusion and miscommunication), the level of sanitation can be a little off-putting (if you've never been to a third world country before), and the language barrier can be difficult - even if you speak mandarin - because the dialects and tones change from province to province. But the food is delicious, the scenery is breathtaking, and the people are some of the friendliest I've ever met. I'd have to say that if you have a decent sense of adventure, the rewards of China far outweigh the difficulties.
Love living vicariously through your adventures Marjie, thank you for letting me be a part of your adventure in the East!
You are an amazing one!! Laura
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Emita - I haven't actually started teaching yet, but I can let you know next week. I have a little more experience with living in China, and I'd have to say it's a lot of challenge topped by a lot of rewards. The culture is very different from western countries (which can cause a lot of confusion and miscommunication), the level of sanitation can be a little off-putting (if you've never been to a third world country before), and the language barrier can be difficult - even if you speak mandarin - because the dialects and tones change from province to province. But the food is delicious, the scenery is breathtaking, and the people are some of the friendliest I've ever met. I'd have to say that if you have a decent sense of adventure, the rewards of China far outweigh the difficulties.