First EVS in town - Jose Marcilla Cebrian
In this article I will list some of the differences I have found in the last two months between Spain and the Czech Republic. It is true that both countries have much in common, for example both are Catholic and belong to the European Union. But, there are also some differences.
For example, one of the biggest differences I have found is the weather. Last Monday, I was in Spain with a temperature of 16 degrees and the next day when I came to Czech Republic the temperature was minus 8 degrees. Luckily, I had brought a lot of winter clothes and was not a big problem for me.
In terms of traditions, I have also found differences, for example Spanish people have lunch at 2 or 3 p.m. and in Czech Republic at 12 a.m. In the same way, Spanish people have dinner at 8 or 9 p.m. and Czech Republic at 6 p.m. At first, it was a bit strange for me and I was hungry all day.
Now, it is time to write about my experiences as a volunteer in Czech Republic.
First of all, I wanted to thank my colleagues, friends and all the people who works in the organization “Farni Charita Ceska Lípa” for to make this time so easy and full of good experiences. I did not know if I was going to adapt well to living in another country, a new culture, new food, traditions, etc. but thanks to them I am very happy to be living in Czech Republic.
As many of you know, I am a teacher in Spain and was very interested in the Czech educational system. The methodologies that teachers employ, the number of students per class, materials which teachers have, among others. Now, I am happy with the methods and the treatment that students receive from teachers. Almost all teachers are enthusiastic and make students learn while having fun.
So, until now my work in all schools has been satisfactory and I want to continue working with them. Who knows if in the future I can join any of them.
Now, it is time to write about my experiences as a volunteer in Czech Republic.
First of all, I wanted to thank my colleagues, friends and all the people who works in the organization “Farni Charita Ceska Lípa” for to make this time so easy and full of good experiences. I did not know if I was going to adapt well to living in another country, a new culture, new food, traditions, etc. but thanks to them I am very happy to be living in Czech Republic.
As many of you know, I am a teacher in Spain and was very interested in the Czech educational system. The methodologies that teachers employ, the number of students per class, materials which teachers have, among others. Now, I am happy with the methods and the treatment that students receive from teachers. Almost all teachers are enthusiastic and make students learn while having fun.
So, until now my work in all schools has been satisfactory and I want to continue working with them. Who knows if in the future I can join any of them.
