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Direct linkDoepke, Matthias; Zilibotti, Fabrizio – Phi Delta Kappan, 2019
In this sexcerpt from their book, "Love, Money, and Parenting: How Economics Explains the Way We Raise Our Kids," Matthias Doepke and Fabrizio Zilibotti discuss the phenomenon of helicopter parenting, in which parents spend more time monitoring their kids' activities. They present empirical evidence for a rise in parental involvement and…
Descriptors: Economic Factors, Parenting Styles, Parent Child Relationship, Child Rearing
Zhao, Yong – Phi Delta Kappan, 2012
Why didn't China celebrate its stunning PISA performance? Why does Singapore blame its education for its inability to cultivate creative and entrepreneurial talents? Why don't the world's top scorers in international tests have the same level of entrepreneurial activities and capabilities? This essay uncovers the inconsistency between academic…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Innovation, Creativity, Failure
Lasley, Thomas J. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1987
To counter schools' unwitting contribution to self-centeredness in American culture, this article advises teachers to study childrearing practices of certain primitive, nonviolent societies like the Mbuti, the Tassaday, and the !Kung. Alternative disciplinary techniques designed to shape students' personal strengths are suggested. Includes 18…
Descriptors: Childhood Needs, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Traits, Egocentrism
Arnove, Robert F. – Phi Delta Kappan, 1984
Compares Indian and Chinese educational systems on bases of their channelling of students, school dropouts, and attempts at reform. Emphasizes the conflict of academic schooling and productivity in both nations. (JW)
Descriptors: Achievement, Comparative Education, Cross Cultural Studies, Dropouts
Grove, Cornelius Lee – Phi Delta Kappan, 1984
Having spent 7 months teaching in United States schools, a dozen teachers of English from the People's Republic of China compare teaching methods, rapport with students, and school life in both countries. (JW)
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Comparative Education, Cross Cultural Studies, Educational Practices
Stewart, Vivien – Phi Delta Kappan, 2005
Whether by incorporating the study of other nations and cultures into the school curriculum, requiring students to learn foreign languages, or encouraging cross-cultural exchanges, countries around the world are preparing their students for life in the global era. Vivien Stewart describes efforts in Europe, Australia, and Asia and assesses how the…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Second Languages, Curriculum Development, Cross Cultural Studies
