Why teach online?
According to the World Tourism Organization, in 2008 there were more than 922 million international tourist arrivals. In fact, tourism and travel have become a very popular global leisure activity. While a large number of the 922 million people were traveling for business, many were taking their annual fifteen-day vacation or traveling to different countries for an extended period. Many of them were “gap year students” or people taking “time out of the rat race” after a layoff or termination of an employment contract. It is believed that many of these long-term travelers would have wanted to extend their travel experience, but had to return to their home countries to find work or for other financial reasons.
Imagine if it were possible to be able to travel the world and earn income at the same time? Well, now this dream can come true, teaching online via the Internet!
Although traditional teachers are capable of imparting their knowledge of their specialty, the truth is that almost everyone has something to teach. Perhaps you play a musical instrument, design clothes, or can speak another language. Almost any subject can be taught over the Internet, using standard instant messaging (IM) tools such as Skype, OoVoo, MSN (Windows Live Messenger), or Yahoo Messenger.
The main advantages of online teaching are:-
- To lease. You can teach from any country that has internet access.
- Audience. With an estimated 2 billion Internet users, there is great potential to teach students from any country.
- flexibility. You can set your own hours and teach only when it is convenient for you.
- Financial. You can set your own rate per lesson. Charge the amount you want.
- Saving. Both teacher and student can save time and money as neither party needs to travel to attend a lesson.
- Escape from the “rat race”. If you can earn enough money teaching online while traveling, you don’t necessarily have to return “home” to find a “job” and can continue your travel experience.
How could I teach online from another country?
This is much simpler than it seems! Since the first Online Cafe or Cyber-Cafe opened in San Francisco in July 1991, there are now thousands of Cyber-Cafes in more than 150 countries. In fact, internet cafes can now be found in the most surprising places; from the Caribbean islands to remote areas of Indonesia. Many travelers and tourists use Internet cafes to check their email, “stay in touch” with friends and family, stay informed of the latest news or simply visit their favorite websites. Maybe you are even reading this article from a Cyber-Cafe!
Fortunately, the cost of using their services is very low and they usually charge by the minute or by the hour.
Most internet cafes already come equipped with the following things you would need to teach online:
- Internet access.
- Access to one of the main “IM Tools” (Instant Messaging Tools); Skype, OoVoo, MSN (Windows Live Messenger) or Yahoo Messenger.
- A standard pair of headphones, earphones (or a headphone/microphone combo)
- standard webcam
- Website portal where you can list your lessons, manage your bookings and financial transactions.
Alternatively, you can travel with a laptop or notebook computer and therefore be able to teach from the comfort of your accommodation or hotel room.
Who would want to teach online while traveling?
The opportunity to teach online while traveling is attractive to many people. How many of us have enjoyed a wonderful vacation in a beautiful setting, only to think that soon this paradise would end and we would have to return to the dreary world where we have to work and answer to our boss? Paradise can go on, if you can make money teaching something you enjoy online, just for several hours a week! If someone was traveling the world visiting many countries, they could teach from whatever country they are visiting! Earning money on the go gives you more control and freedom to live the life you want and escape the “rat race.”
The next step…
While we have discussed the advantages of teaching online from any country while traveling, as a great alternative and possible escape route from the “rat race”, there are other important factors that need to be considered.
– How could I become a teacher and list lessons online?
– How do I manage all my reservations and avoid problems of double reservation of students?
– How do I manage all my financial transactions?
These areas may be of concern to some people. Fortunately, our services remove this headache, leaving you free to teach at your leisure, while allowing you to continue enjoying your travel experiences.
