Teaching English in Burma

Submission:

“I arrived in Burma in early 2018, not really knowing what to expect. I had heard that it was a beautiful country with friendly people, and I was excited to experience it for myself. I was not disappointed.

Burma is a truly stunning place. The landscape is varied, from the lush green hills of the Shan State to the beautiful beaches of the Andaman Sea. The people are warm and welcoming, and I quickly made friends with my students and colleagues.

Teaching English in Burma was an incredibly rewarding experience. I loved seeing my students progress and watching them interact with the world outside of the classroom.

I was also lucky enough to travel around the country and see some amazing places. I visited ancient temples, went trekking in the mountains, and even took a boat trip down the Irrawaddy River.

Overall, my time in Burma was an unforgettable experience. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to live and work in such a beautiful country. I still think about my students and the amazing experience I had there every day.

I often get asked about my teaching methods, so I thought I'd write a little more about it.

I was lucky enough to have a very diverse group of students, ranging in age from 18 to 60. I quickly learned that the best way to teach such a group was to focus on communicative activities. This meant that a lot of my lessons revolved around discussions, role-plays and simulations.

I would start each lesson with a quick review of the previous lesson's vocabulary and grammar. We would then move on to the main activity, which would usually be some form of group work. I would circulate around the room, helping students with their pronunciation and providing feedback.

At the end of each lesson, I would give the students a homework assignment. This would usually be something like writing a short essay or preparing for a role-play.

I think the reason my students enjoyed my lessons so much was because they were always active and engaging. They never felt like they were just sitting in a classroom listening to a lecture. And of course, they were always learning something new.

If you're thinking of teaching English abroad, I would highly recommend Burma. It's an amazing country with friendly, welcoming people. And, of course, the students are great!”