Exploring pathways in the east

Article Abstract:

A key element in the economic success of countries in east and southeast Asia is thought to be the value that east Asian cultures place on education, but it is not clear which of their education policies have been crucial to that success. Primary and secondary education in China has been neglected in favour of scientific and technological research in a small number of elite universities. The emphasis in Japan is on stiff competition in high schools for places in a small number of elite universities. Hong Kong is keen to increase resources for primary and secondary schools.

Analysis, Education, Education and state, Education policy, East Asia

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Iron fists in velvet gloves

Article Abstract:

Western countries have persistently encouraged China to progress for a hundred years, but reformists are suspicious of the term because of its historical association with revolution. The term should continue to be used to promote developments in thinking as well as in institutions, but progress should also be discussed in respect of its ability to preserve tradition. Material advancement could restore value to Asia's ancient traditions.

Social aspects, China, Column, Economic development, Progress

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A very peculiar business

Article Abstract:

Universities in Asia tend to look for entrepreneurial business people to become vice chancellors but this may not be appropriate because universities produce people, not products.

Human resource management, Universities and colleges, Recruiting, College administrators

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