<P> None are more interested in their children's education than Korean parents. They even have a saying that emphasizes their basic attitude : "no learn, no food." </P>
<P>As a result, most Korean parents are willing to sacrifice their own enjoyment and comfort in behalf of their kids educational opportunities. Many experts regard this passion for schooling as the basis for the strong economic development of the last few decades.</P>
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<P> Most Koreans continue to believe that a college degree is the "license" needed to enter high society. Recent developments have highlighted this basic tendency, such as so-called "genius educaton." In addition to providing special education for gifted children, it also seeks to turn ordinary children into intellectual over-achievers through constant stimulation from a very early age, often through very direct maternal participation. In other words, two-or three-year-olds may already know how to play several musical instruments, have advanced math and communication skills, and be able to speak one or more foreign languages.</P>
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<P> But this apporach also has its shortcomings. For one thing, long-term studies seem to show that whatever advantage these forced prodigies may have over their ordinary classmates tends to disappear within a few years of entering school, and the education gap narrows considerably-unless active, prolonged stimulation is continued. But this development merely underlines what many see as the program's more serious problem: children who are under heavy pressure to study against their will are apt to suffer from depression and have difficulty adjusting to their peers. In the long run, the concern is that they may turn into bright but maladjusted adults who can never find happiness or satisfaction.</P>
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<P>Questions)</P>
<P>1. Do you think a college degree is a must?</P>
<P>2. Do you think a college degree helps your child get a better job?</P>
<P>3. Did you have a part-time job during your school days?</P>
<P>4. Would you allow your children to have a part-time job? Would you encourage it?</P>
<P>5. Who was your favorite teacher when you were in school?</P>
<P>6. What was/is your favorite subject in school?</P>
<P>7. Would you teach your young children English?</P>
<P>8. Do you think we should teach young children hanja?</P>
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