chrisbinbkk99 Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 hi does anyone know a good teacher for Thai reading and writing? looking for one on one - I can already speak Thai fairly well, and thought it was time to get the basics of reading and writing done! (I learnt the first 12 letters but stopped there!!) Thanks for the advise.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywais Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Moved from Visas to the Thai Language forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post GuyDow Posted June 11, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted June 11, 2013 You can actually teach yourself to read and write Thai quite effectively. It's not like speaking Thai where you need someone to correct your pronunciation. There are lots of books which cover basic reading and writing. Maybe after a while you might need a teacher to provide materials to practise on. Finding elementary stuff in Thai language to practise reading is, in my experience, quite difficult. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasun Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 If you're in BKK there's a place that does good one-on-ones in the Times building on lower Sukhumvit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidHouston Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 For learning how to read and to practice I recommend "หัดอ่านภาษาไทยแบบใหม่" in seven slim volumes, each one costing from 50 to 100 baht. The author is ไสว สุนทร and the books can be found in many local bookstores around the country. These books are intended for Thai school children to learn reading in a graded manner from the simple to the complex. Ideally you would find a Thai partner to help you with the correct pronunciation. This partner need not be a trained teacher or even have very much education. All you need is someone to help with the pronunciation of the tables, exercises, and word lists. Furthermore, there are no statements of rules in English in these books, although they are there in Thai. The "rules" and exceptions become self-evident from learning the exercises. And, if you have any questions, your reading partner can tell you what the Thai says. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisbinbkk99 Posted June 11, 2013 Author Share Posted June 11, 2013 If you're in BKK there's a place that does good one-on-ones in the Times building on lower Sukhumvit. Many thanks any idea of the name? Cheers Sent from my GT-I9300 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisbinbkk99 Posted June 11, 2013 Author Share Posted June 11, 2013 For learning how to read and to practice I recommend "หัดอ่านภาษาไทยแบบใหม่" in seven slim volumes, each one costing from 50 to 100 baht. The author is ไสว สุนทร and the books can be found in many local bookstores around the country. These books are intended for Thai school children to learn reading in a graded manner from the simple to the complex. Ideally you would find a Thai partner to help you with the correct pronunciation. This partner need not be a trained teacher or even have very much education. All you need is someone to help with the pronunciation of the tables, exercises, and word lists. Furthermore, there are no statements of rules in English in these books, although they are there in Thai. The "rules" and exceptions become self-evident from learning the exercises. And, if you have any questions, your reading partner can tell you what the Thai says. Thanks I will look into that!! Cheers Sent from my GT-I9300 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Joe Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Walen would be a good option if you want to learn to read Thai. They don't use transliteration so the first thing you learn is the Thai alphabet. In class the students take turns spelling and reading from the book. As you progress you will be asked to stop using the book as much and spell words and answer qustions without it. I attended the branch in Pattaya and really enjoyed it and learned quite a bit. I'm pretty sure all branches operate the same. You can sit on on a lesson for free I believe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GuyDow Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 It is worth asking yourself why you want to learn to read and write Thai. In my case it's so I can read the menus in food centres, road signs, SMS messages and the like. I need to be able to write short messages and notes. Being able to read Thai aloud with correct pronunciation is not important for me. I can not conceive of any situation where I might need to do this. Obviously this is not the case for everyone, if you expect to be examined on your reading skills for example. The point I am getting at is that ex-pats have different needs from Thais in learning the language. I looked at number of language schools and their programs aimed a achieving the same levels of literacy as Thai schoolchildren. For me, and I suspect for many others, this is overkill. They are trying to teach skills which are difficult to master and are not needed by everybody. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisbinbkk99 Posted June 13, 2013 Author Share Posted June 13, 2013 It is worth asking yourself why you want to learn to read and write Thai. In my case it's so I can read the menus in food centres, road signs, SMS messages and the like. I need to be able to write short messages and notes. Being able to read Thai aloud with correct pronunciation is not important for me. I can not conceive of any situation where I might need to do this. Obviously this is not the case for everyone, if you expect to be examined on your reading skills for example. The point I am getting at is that ex-pats have different needs from Thais in learning the language. I looked at number of language schools and their programs aimed a achieving the same levels of literacy as Thai schoolchildren. For me, and I suspect for many others, this is overkill. They are trying to teach skills which are difficult to master and are not needed by everybody. The whole point for me to learn is that I CAN pronounce the Thai words correctly - I speak pretty good Thai but am aware that some of my pronunciation could be improved - the only way to do this is to read the word. Apart from that being able to read Thai will greatly improve my vocabulary, as will be subjected to words all day long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neeranam Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 Go to AUA, buy their workbook and learn yourself. Took me 1 month, 1 hour a day to be able to read anything. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisbinbkk99 Posted June 13, 2013 Author Share Posted June 13, 2013 Go to AUA, buy their workbook and learn yourself. Took me 1 month, 1 hour a day to be able to read anything. thanks for that I also came across this guy Gary http://learnthaionline.com pretty amazing how easy it's been to learn the basics already!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornishcarlos Posted June 15, 2013 Share Posted June 15, 2013 Go to AUA, buy their workbook and learn yourself. Took me 1 month, 1 hour a day to be able to read anything. AUA ?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywais Posted June 15, 2013 Share Posted June 15, 2013 Go to AUA, buy their workbook and learn yourself. Took me 1 month, 1 hour a day to be able to read anything. AUA ?? AUA Language Center American University Alumni Association Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornishcarlos Posted June 15, 2013 Share Posted June 15, 2013 Yup, just found them on Google.. Was interested in their reading and writing courses. Is it possible just to buy the work books ? There is no pricing on the website for these, guess I will mail them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornishcarlos Posted June 15, 2013 Share Posted June 15, 2013 Yup, just found them on Google.. Was interested in their reading and writing courses. Is it possible just to buy the work books ? There is no pricing on the website for these, guess I will mail them. Having a slow day... Just found the prices for the workbooks... 300 baht, not too bad.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasun Posted June 18, 2013 Share Posted June 18, 2013 If you're in BKK there's a place that does good one-on-ones in the Times building on lower Sukhumvit. Many thanks any idea of the name? Cheers Sent from my GT-I9300 Pro Language. I think there's a couple of language schools in Times Square nowadays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sikishrory Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 i'm also lookin for a thai tutor. theres actually quite a few on craiglist and this other website. so if anyone knows any in sukhumvit area or nearby post them up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cara Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 (edited) Hi I am Thai teacher if you still want thai teacher I can help :-) cara Edited July 17, 2013 by Cara Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerry1011 Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 (edited) Everybody is different and likes different ways of learning. Personally I would say that you don't really need a teacher. 12 years ago I started to learn to read and write with well known books that you can easily find in book shops: "Thai for beginners", "Thai for intermediate learners" and "Thai for advanced readers". You just put yourself back to the school age, follow the exercises, ... and soon you can start to make your own exercises, writing about anything that is around you. Today I can read easily, chat on websites or using apps like Line, read newspapers, etc... I can't say that it is easy, but it is not that difficult with a bit of perseverance. A teacher, at least for me, would have been useless. But you might want one just to motivate you. Read and write is great !!! Edited July 17, 2013 by gerry1011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Cara Posted July 17, 2013 Share Posted July 17, 2013 Job Details Kids Square (Thailand) Bangkok (Thailand) At least 30,000 Baht/month [email protected] Send Resume Full Time ESL / EFL Teachers Kids Square(Thailand) is looking for English teachers to start immediately. We currently need two kindergarten teachers and one teacher of mixed ages from 3 to 15. The school will provide a work permit, a salary of 32,000-35,000 baht a month and a basic health insurance package. We will also provide assistance with obtaining the teachers licence. Please submit your resume and a recent photograph to Ajarn Keith at [email protected], also sending a copy of your email to [email protected] . Please note that only native speakers will be considered for the positions. Initial interviews will be held on Sukhumvit Soi 22 during the week commencing Monday 4th April. Full time EFL/ESL teacher needed to start Monday July 8th. Please only apply if you are a native English speaker from UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand or Canada. Details: The new academic year starts this month and, unfortunately, one of our teachers has had to return home at very short notice. Therefore, we are now looking for a special person to join us as an English teacher. Kids Square has been established since 1999 and works with young learners (aged between 3 and 15 years old) in Bangkok, Thailand. We aim to provide our students with specifically designed courses which reflect the needs of the individual and use flexible, fun and practical methods. We will want you to start work on 16th May but, if you are new to teaching, we will give you a day of observation immediately prior to that. Our business mission is based on the concept of giving our students the highest quality of teaching at a fair price within a comfortable, friendly and warm learning environment where everybody works as part of a team. All our teachers should be resourceful, good humoured and practical as well as being acutely aware of the demands of teaching English to second language learners. Please be aware that, in order for us to obtain a work permit, you must have your original degree certificate, transcript, Thai culture course certificate, criminal record check from your local police and a letter from your university confirming your attendance there. Qualifications: 1.Must have bachelor degree plus preferably TEFL/TESOL certificate or equivalent. 2.Must be native English speaker from UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand or Canada. 3.Experience of teaching English to young learners is a plus. To apply: Please email us [email protected] and a copy to [email protected] (thats with double s) with the following: 1.Covering letter. 2.Detailed curriculum vitae/resume. 3.Scan of university degree and TEFL certificates. 4.Photograph taken within last 6 months. 5.Scan of your passport. Compensation: 1.One year renewable contract. 2.Starting salary 32,000 baht per month rising to 35,000 after 2 months. 3.BUPA medical insurance. 4.5 days per annum sick pay. 5.Paid public holidays. 6.1 week paid holiday after working one full academic year, 2 weeks after 2 years. 7.Work permit provided. ull time EFL/ESL teachers needed to start immediately Please only apply if you are a native English speaker from UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand or Canada. Details: The new academic year starts in May and we are now looking for some special people to join us as English teachers. Kids Square has been established since 1999 and works with young learners (aged between 3 and 15 years old) in Bangkok, Thailand. We aim to provide our students with specifically designed courses which reflect the needs of the individual and use flexible, fun and practical methods. We will want you to start work on 13th May but will expect you to join us for a teacher meeting during the week before that. Our business mission is based on the concept of giving our students the highest quality of teaching at a fair price within a comfortable, friendly and warm learning environment where everybody works as part of a team. All our teachers should be resourceful, good humoured and practical as well as being acutely aware of the demands of teaching English to second language learners. Please be aware that, in order for us to obtain a work permit, you must have your original degree certificate, transcript, Thai culture course certificate, criminal record check from your local police and a letter from your university confirming your attendance there. Qualifications: 1.Must have bachelor degree plus preferably TEFL/TESOL certificate or equivalent. 2.Must be native English speaker from UK, USA, Australia, New Zealand or Canada. 3.Experience of teaching English to young learners is a plus. To apply: Please email us [email protected] and a copy to [email protected] (thats with double s) with the following: 1.Covering letter. 2.Detailed curriculum vitae/resume. 3.Scan of university degree and TEFL certificates. 4.Photograph taken within last 6 months. Compensation: 1.One year renewable contract. 2.Starting salary 32,000 baht per month rising to 35,000 after 2 months. 3.BUPA medical insurance. 4.5 days per annum sick pay. 5.Paid public holidays. 6.1 week paid holiday after working one full academic year, 2 weeks after 2 years. 7.Work permit provided. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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