Re: Can non native speakers teach English better than Chinese English teachers?

But this is what I've observed I have been in China for three years now. At times the non- natives are more dedicated teachers than native speakers. The reason, they have to show their worth constantly or else, they might get replaced in a jiffy! It must be very hard to compete with all these white faces around. Schools are also stricter to NNS they have to have a Uni diploma, TESOL certificate, some teaching experience in order for them to land a job. How lucky we are (us NS) for we don't have to have all of these to teach and live large here in China. I am hoping that some other NS could show the same dedication as our NNS friends.

Bless your hearts.

Can non native speakers teach English better than Chinese English teachers?

"Some people are just so insecure that many Filipinos and Africans are succesful in China, as ESL teachers." I am from Ohio, and I have a high respect to these people, they may not be as good as the other native speakers but they are capable and talented. I've worked with them, I should know. It's true, it is the institution's prerogative, so whats the big deal? Feliza's right, China is a big country! Let us just do our jobs. This discussion will lead us to nowhere. One piece of advice "live and let live" and I agree- stop fussing.