Teaching English in Oman

The following comments are from teachers who have taught, or are currently teaching, in Oman. If you are a teacher and have some advice to share, please add it here.

Vanita on 23 May 2008

quote Oman is a very clean country. The religion is Islam and the national language is Arabic. There are plenty of expatriate communities. Omanis are quiet people and they do not interfere in other people's lives. They like expatriates and lately English Language awareness has increased. Omanis like to speak in English with expatriates and are excited to know about the way of life in other countries. Although there is awareness of healthy food, Omanis love eating fast food and fizzy drinks. Omanis are sensitive about their dress, culture, traditions and language. They are friendly and helpful and like to be approached nicely and politely.

Some younger generation Omanis are very fond of watching Hollywood, Bollywood and Kollywood movies. While in Oman for 10 years I realised that Omanis don't know much about geography and history of other countries. They know India but they don't know the capital and languages spoken in India. Because Oman has mostly Keralites, that is India to them or even Mumbai. Being Asian, Omani traditions are close to other Asian countries with slight differences. If you consider them as your own, they will be the best people you will ever know!