· In what ways are school-age children assessed in other parts of the world? (Choose a country or region of the world for which you have a personal affinity.) My Country is China Title: Academic stress in Chinese schools and a proposed preventive intervention program The authors suggested that while American educators fret about the mediocre educational performance of American students in international contests (e.g. the Program for International Student Assessment) and wonder why the Chinese education system produces such high-achieving students, educators, journalists, and public officials in China want to know what causes and how to prevent the high levels of academic stress that Chinese students, their families, and their school systems experience. They point the finger that the stress level has been directed to the Gaokao, the Chinese national college entrance exam that takes place in June each year. According to the article, they prepared a case for s
Hi Katrina,
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy your blog post and the quotes you chose to reflect that the children are the foundation of any nation. I thank you for your comments and feedback, I wish you the best of luck in the future.
Tasneem Ahmad Mumtaz
Tasneem:
DeleteYes, I want to let my light shine so my students can see great things I want to do for them.
Katrina.
Great choice! I love the quote you chose to post. It is very meaningful and motivating for any early childhood professional.
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DeleteI had to think on individuals from the past, present and future who could touch a child life.
Katrina
Hi Katrina,
ReplyDeleteAll three quotes are inspirational. Children are essential in all our lives, and therefore, needs our love and devotion to them. Setting examples and modeling positivity roles makes it rewarding for them to set and obtain goals. Frederick Douglas quote speaks great volume.” I believe this to be true due to the fact of the importance of caring well for our children as they hold our future.
Kwilson:
DeleteThanks for your thoughtful words. Katrina