China's After School Training Centers are Struggling to Survive

As many training centers continue to recover from the effects of COVID-19, the sector has now been hit with new laws which effectively ban after-school tutoring in core subjects. Some...

by Alistair Baker-Brian, 30 September 2021

China Considers Dropping English as Core Subject, Again

A proposal to make English an elective subject rather than a compulsory one has sparked a divisive dialogue on Chinese social media.

by Joshua Cawthorpe, 10 March 2021

China Proposes Stricter Guidelines for Foreign Teachers

More job training, a proposed credit system and more.

by Barnaby Lofton, 24 July 2020

Roll Credits! Disney English Centers Permanently Close in China

The English-language training centers were known to utilize characters and other elements from classic Disney films.

by Matthew Bossons, 23 June 2020

4 Bouquets You Still Have Time to Buy for Teacher’s Day

Celebrate your favorite teacher with these four perfect posies!

by That's, 09 September 2019

4 Gorgeous Bouquets on Sale Now, Just in Time for Teacher’s Day

Celebrate your favorite teacher with these four perfect posies!

by That's, 05 September 2019

Teaching in China is Risky for Foreigners These Days, Here’s Why

The days of teaching in China without the appropriate visa or education credentials appear to be numbered.

by Matthew Bossons, 13 August 2019

16 Foreign Teachers and Students Detained for Drug Use in China

On Wednesday morning, the public security bureau in Xuzhou, Jiangsu issued a statement that 16 foreigners were detained this month.

by Barnaby Lofton, 10 July 2019

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