Douglas, Rowa
@roa_douglass
Jordanian expat in Saudi Arabia
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About me
Jordanian
Lives in Riyadh
Speaks English/ Arabic/ Some Russian
Registration: 31 August 2012
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Best books to teach as a foreign language by sally84
Hello, What are the best books to use for teaching english( esl)? Thanks
I assure you that you are going to LIKE teaching that ESL book !! Cheers, Rowa Douglas Read More
Best books to teach as a foreign language by sally84
Hello, What are the best books to use for teaching english( esl)? Thanks
I would recommend using Cambridge Interchange series accompanied by the supporting material that come with it, such as, whiteboard software, videos, SB,WB,TB and ask for the TestCrafter software as well.. Read More
Bahrain November 12th by iamthere
PM me if you are interested in going to Bahrain on November 12th. We should be leaving about 4PM and no stops. I am estimating a cab ride of 200 riyals a piece.
Going to Bahrain this weekend with two of my friends, if you are interested, will give you a ride. Get your papers ready ... Read More
Seize the moments, wanted cool folks for cool get together by iluvicu
Hello everyone!!!! Bored to death here. I've tried meeting people but guess, I'm meeting the wrong kind. So, here's the scoop. If you are cool, bored, and tired of the usual meet me or date- me kinda scenario, let's share our ...
Let's make it to Bahrain over this weekend :D Who is interested? Read More
EDEX loses contracts what now? by Fajr007
So my agency has lost several contracts, I want to resign but am worried I won't get my final exit in time what to do? Slightly panicking.
I totally agree with the lady above, Smilingtxgurl , when said ''LEAVE ON GOOD TERMS'' ... Read More
Teaching English for KSU 2014/15 - Think again by MohOmar
Hi all, If you have been recruited to teach English at King Saud University for 2014/15 you now have a new rota system. Forget what you were told about 20 hours teaching and 5hrs admin in one week. Read the other part about Saudi Law(48hr ...
@emeraldsaregreen Sorry, it seems that my comment came out disparagingly. However, I do recommend seeking out other opportunities instead of sticking it out; simply because you won't be doing your job better if you don't believe in it !! Read More
Teaching English for KSU 2014/15 - Think again by MohOmar
Hi all, If you have been recruited to teach English at King Saud University for 2014/15 you now have a new rota system. Forget what you were told about 20 hours teaching and 5hrs admin in one week. Read the other part about Saudi Law(48hr ...
When all is said and done, I wonder what it is that impels you to do so ???? Simple, if you don't like it, LEAVE it !!! Read More
The University of Cambridge CELTA is now available in Riyadh. by roa_douglass
GOOD news for all ESL teachers in Saudi Arabia. The University of Cambridge CELTA is now offered here for natives & non-natives. IF your level of English is C1 of the CEFR and would like to do the CELTA course in Riyadh, CONTACT me . Rowa ...
FatimAli, I suggest you contact the British Council (the female branch) in Riyadh, Hai Alsafarat, Fazary Square -google it- . Unfortunately, the BC school in Saudi Arabia is the only approved CELTA provider; unlike the IELTS which is jointly run by ... Read More
Where to get a teaching degree (CELTA, EFL, TEFL) in Riyadh? by Alisan
Hi all, I was wondering if you can help me out find a place where I can get an internationally accredited teaching degree like CELTA, EFL, TEFL.. I tried the British council at the DQ about the CELTA, they said for now they have the course but in ...
Hello Tashriqah, Sorry for this belated reply; the fact is that I just saw your message by pure coincidence. Let me tell you something, here is Saudi Arabia are against online teaching certificates, however, online degrees are fully accredited in ... Read More
Where to get a teaching degree (CELTA, EFL, TEFL) in Riyadh? by Alisan
Hi all, I was wondering if you can help me out find a place where I can get an internationally accredited teaching degree like CELTA, EFL, TEFL.. I tried the British council at the DQ about the CELTA, they said for now they have the course but in ...
@ Full Monty, you are absolutely right. Read More
The University of Cambridge CELTA is now available in Riyadh. by roa_douglass
GOOD news for all ESL teachers in Saudi Arabia. The University of Cambridge CELTA is now offered here for natives & non-natives. IF your level of English is C1 of the CEFR and would like to do the CELTA course in Riyadh, CONTACT me . Rowa ...
Unfortunately , the CELTA course has been cancelled and don't know when is going to be run again. Regards Read More
Where to get a teaching degree (CELTA, EFL, TEFL) in Riyadh? by Alisan
Hi all, I was wondering if you can help me out find a place where I can get an internationally accredited teaching degree like CELTA, EFL, TEFL.. I tried the British council at the DQ about the CELTA, they said for now they have the course but in ...
The CELTA Online is a bit misleading; it's not online at all !! I'd rather call it CELTA PART TIME owing to the fact that trainees do some theoretical work online (with deadlines) and have to attend at least three days a week at the training ... Read More
Where to get a teaching degree (CELTA, EFL, TEFL) in Riyadh? by Alisan
Hi all, I was wondering if you can help me out find a place where I can get an internationally accredited teaching degree like CELTA, EFL, TEFL.. I tried the British council at the DQ about the CELTA, they said for now they have the course but in ...
@rtarsousi You are absolutely right!! Wasn't able to find those ten candidates who can meet the high demanding requirements for the CELTA course; thus, been cancelled. I would suggest that you contact the BC (British Council) in Riyadh and see if ... Read More
Transfer money without a Saudi Bank account by Katelol
hi I do not have an iqama or a Saudi bank account yet. Do you know how I can transfer money to my English bank account. Thanks a lot.
Hello there , You should have a bank account here in Saudi in order to be able to transfer money to other international banks ; you need the SWIFT CODE of the bank in Singapore ...IBAN is only used here in KSA.... Also, you can do that ... Read More
Wishing to meet person(s) to practice basic spoken Arabic by Brit-in-Saudi
Dear All, I am very keen to learn Arabic Language and I am taking lessons. I would like to meet socially with someone who I can practice with and learn, perhaps over coffee. If you have the time please do contact me.
@Sherif23, Don't try to fool people!!! We all realise how corrupted is your Egyptian jargon !!! Additionally, you've forgotten to mention that other Arabic-speaking people feel disgusted when they hear a foreigner speaks your lowly jargon and that ... Read More