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The Beginning of the Journey
Hello everyone, my name is Stephanie and I am set to participate in the Teach in China Program through API this year. I am excited to blog about this opportunity and look forward to all of the...
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My Interview Process
After I spoke with a representative from API, I was contacted by one of the main coordinators for the teach abroad programs the organization offers to set up an interview. To prepare for the interview,...
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Tips For Teaching Abroad Interviews
Most programs have quite a bit information available online including requirements (i.e. salary, housing, etc.). I reviewed the requirements for my particular program along with the salary and...
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Patients? No, I Mean “Patience”
I think one of the best pieces of advice for anyone going into teaching abroad in to be patient. Sometimes it will take awhile to hear back about a teaching position, where your school is at in the...
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Impending Departure
Wow. I leave is less than two weeks for Dalian and I’m freaking out a bit. I can’t believe that I will be gone for almost an ENTIRE year! I keep thinking to myself, what is the world am I doing? How...
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Observations In China
So I’ve been in Dalian for a few days and here are some of the observations I have made: – Chinese is CONFUSING! Pointing and gesturing get you by well. : ) That said, make sure to learn some phrases...
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Life In Dalian
I actually live in Lvshun (pronounced Lushun), which technically is part of Dalian, but not really. The main part of the city is about a 50-60 minute bus ride away from the school. There are a ton of...
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Home Sweet Home
Here are a few things I miss about the States: Driving. In China, the public transportation system is phenomenal! While it may take a little bit to get anywhere, it’s quite easy to get around. Since...
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Beijing Travel Tips
In my last week in China, I traveled to the capital, Beijing. Beijing is a bustling city full of history, sights all around, and people; about 22 million. I decided to write a post about things you...
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Observations on Chinese Students
Most Chinese students have their given Chinese name and use an “English” name in classes; they also have called me some interesting names. I suppose that it’s easier for us English teachers for them to...
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Moving On
When I began my search for a job after graduate school, I began to apply for positions in international education; that was one of the reasons I looked into teaching abroad. I wanted to increase my...
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Reflections on Teaching–and Gratitude!
Teaching has been interesting to say the least. Sometimes it can be a bit frustrating, especially when each of my students has differing levels – students from pre-intermediate to advanced are mixed in...
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Re-Entry–It’s Never Easy
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in...
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New API Study Abroad Program in Shanghai
API is thrilled to announce our newest study abroad program in Shanghai, China! Beginning with the fall 2016 term, API has partnered with East China Normal University (ECNU) to offer our students...
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New Academic Credit Option for API International Internships!
API is very excited to announce our new collaboration with Siena College to offer academic credit for the API Internship Program starting in January 2017. Available with our 8-Week Fixed Date...
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API International Internship Placements – STEM
API offers a wide variety of international internship placements in 9 countries, including Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, and Spain. Following are some...
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API International Internship Placements – Hospitality
API offers a wide variety of international internship placements in 9 countries, including Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, and Spain. Following are some...
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New and improved Teach programs in China!
API is pleased to announce that we have launched two new and improved teach abroad programs in China! In our new Teacher’s Assistant in China program, participants will teach English 15-20 hours a week...
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API is excited to offer a new study abroad program in Shanghai for Fashion students! .eic-frame-16534 { width: 500px; height:500px; background-color: #444444; border: 4px solid #444444;...
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API New School Shanghai Summer Program: Interview with Lei
We had the chance to interview Lei Ping, Assistant Professor of Chinese Studies at the New School University and Faculty Advisor at India China Institute. She received her Ph.D. in East Asian Studies...
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