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When a school exists simply to please the parents …

Today’s article by Tsip Tsao (To Kit) in Apple Daily will resonate with many teachers in Hong Kong. He is talking about how many teachers in Hong Kong easily give in to unreasonable parents, and do not stand by their … Continue reading

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Who wants to be the panel chair?

Some of my former students are now English panel chairs. They often have mixed feelings about this role. On the one hand, it is an opportunity for them to make further use of their experience, insights, and ideas. On the … Continue reading

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Is school teaching still a worthwhile job?

J (false name) is frustrated with many of the meaningless policies and practices at her school. She gave up a promising future in the business sector to enter the teaching profession with an aim of doing some meaningful work. Yet … Continue reading

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