Blog Roundup – October 31, 2008
Teaching
My advice is to never spark a political conversation in your class. This especially goes for issues regarding Tibet and Taiwan. It almost always results in some seriously negative feelings and can lead to unwanted arguments in the classroom.
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Halloween is really starting to catch on among Chinese kids. See how EF (English First) teachers did Halloween in Beijing. here
Holidays are great excuses for fun lesson plans. See what this teacher did with her students for Halloween. here
Health in China
Melamine is not just in Chinese milk. It was found in eggs and possibly a host of other food products.
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How dangerous is melamine exactly? Will I really get sick if I keep eating eggs?
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Internet cafes in China can be dark, depressing places. Sounds like a breeding ground for some hard-core addictions and depressions.
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