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Podcast: Global Gurus
Episode: Cultural Challenges while Teaching ESL: Andrew Weiler of English Confidence Unlocked
Description: Andrew Weiler, of English Confidence Unlocked in Australia, shares how his own immigrant parents’ journey with English as a Second Language (ESL) inspired him to help others. Andrew moved from a job in Economics to become an ESL teacher, mainly working with Southeast Asians, Chinese and Japanese. He explains how different cultures affect the teaching process, the barrier of “saving face,” and subjects to avoid in conversations. Highlights:{02:05} Moving from ECON (economics) to teaching English? {08:14} How Andrew’s parent’s journey with learning English inspired him.{11:00} Fundamental Differences between Aust...