Comparison of Students' and Teachers' Perceptions of Secondary Reforms in China, Taiwan, and the Philippines

• In Event: Understanding the Ecologies of Student-Centered Learning in Secondary Education Reforms: Comparing the Perceptions of Secondary Teachers and Students in 10 Countries

Abstract

This study compares how secondary teachers have implemented educational reforms in China, Taiwan, and the Philippines. Data sources were surveys for sample teachers and students in sample schools in the three countries on how often a teaching or evaluation strategy was used and major reforms in secondary education. The study concluded that most teachers were able to adopt most of the reforms. Even though teacher-directed lessons still dominated, there were sufficient student-centered and activity-based learnings in both countries. Tests, exams and performance tasks were used for evaluations. However, classroom management needs increased attention. More resources and professional development are needed. Policymakers and educators in all jurisdictions can learn from the reform efforts.

Authors

• Peter Yee Han Joong, University of Western Ontario

• Ming-Dih Lin, National Chung Cheng University

• Yixiang Jin, Beijing Normal University

• Leina Shen, Capital Normal University

• Glen Rodriguez Mangali, Colegio De San Juan De Letran-Manila

• Arnulfo Aaron Reganit