ELIC Field Notes

How Refugees Widened Our Reach

They had to flee—millions of them. There was a war; what could they do? They bravely packed up their families and left... Read More

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Why You Don't Have to be a Language Person to Teach English

Why You Don't Have to Be a "Language Person" to Teach English Read More

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Call and Response

Call out! It was the first thing you ever did, and it’s likely you haven’t stopped since. We were born with the... Read More

People Language

Music in Mongolia: Part 2

I miss the slower pace of life in Mongolia. In fact, it’s one of the things I miss the most. I can still picture the... Read More

English Mongolia Teacher Language

Music in Mongolia

Music is not the universal language. Hear me out. Read More

English Mongolia Teacher Language

The Gift of the Humble Faux Pas

It was my first time leaving North America. I was 18 and so excited for the experiences waiting on the other side of... Read More

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Home Sweet Home

The pictures below are from the home of an overseas-based teacher. Where do you think they live? Take a guess, give... Read More

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5 Reasons Students Already Want to Learn English

You walk through the door of your classroom and get everything ready for your lesson. Students filter in and find their... Read More

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4 Challenges of Langauge Learning: And why it’s worth it anyway

Language is at the center of nearly every part of life. Whether the words roll off the tongue or flow from fingertips... Read More

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10 Ways Teaching English Overseas Will Change You Forever

It’s never easy to step into a new opportunity, but as you venture out of your comfort zone, you’ll gain much more than... Read More

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5 Items You Should Pack

A nagging pressure tightens around the back of your neck, spreading across your shoulders. Your thoughts are muddled:... Read More

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Best Week Ever!

April is a special month for Lao people as it holds the biggest holiday of the year. This holiday is called Lao New... Read More

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