2023년 3월 18일 자율 토픽
1. 아래 동영상을 보고 요약해보고, 느낀 점을 이야기해보세요
The Unspoken Reality Behind the Harvard Gates
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzP7oDCciGI
Toxic culture of education: Joshua Katz at TEDxUniversityofAkron
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnC6IABJXOI
어떻게 학교가 아이들을 덜 똑똑하게 만들까
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Yt6raj-S1M
- What are the main point of the speech?
- What came to your mind after watching the video?
2. DIscussion Topics
1) THE DISCUSSION ON CHILDREN
https://esldiscussions.com/c/children.html
2) THE DISCUSSION ON COMPETITION
https://esldiscussions.com/c/competition.html
3) THE DISCUSSION ON EDUCATION
https://esldiscussions.com/e/education.html
Korean Educational Environment:
The Korean educational system is known for its emphasis on academic achievement and test scores. Students begin their education at age six and attend six years of primary school, three years of middle school, and three years of high school. The majority of students in Korea attend private after-school tutoring programs known as "hagwons" to supplement their regular education.
Curriculum:
The curriculum in Korea is focused on core subjects such as mathematics, science, social studies, and language arts. There is also a heavy emphasis on English language proficiency, and students are required to take English language classes throughout their education. The Korean education system also places a strong emphasis on rote learning and memorization, with a focus on standardized tests.
Problems:
Despite the strong focus on academic achievement, there are concerns about the negative effects of the Korean education system. Students are under immense pressure to succeed academically, leading to high levels of stress and mental health issues. There is also a growing concern about the lack of emphasis on creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills in the curriculum. Additionally, there are concerns about the role of private tutoring programs in perpetuating inequality in education, as these programs can be expensive and not accessible to all students.
Basic Questions:
What is the Korean education system like?
How does the curriculum in Korea differ from other countries?
What are some of the problems associated with the Korean education system?
In-Depth Discussion Questions:
How do the high levels of stress and pressure in the Korean education system impact students' mental health?
What steps could be taken to address the lack of emphasis on creativity and critical thinking in the curriculum in Korea?
How do private tutoring programs contribute to inequality in education, and what policies could be put in place to make education more accessible for all students?
3. The English We Speak
It takes two to tango
https://www.bbc.co.uk/learningenglish/english/features/the-english-we-speak/ep-161018