Maths Students Fall Behind their Far East Peers

The video discusses the educational challenges faced by students in England, highlighting how even the brightest are lagging behind their East Asian counterparts. It compares the focus on understanding in England with the memorization approach in Asia. A study from 2003 to 2009 shows that by age 16, English students fall behind by two years compared to students in Taiwan and Hong Kong. The video suggests improving primary school math and reforming the secondary curriculum as solutions. It also emphasizes the role of parents and critiques Labour's policies, suggesting that these factors contribute to the educational gap.

What is one key difference in educational focus between England and East Asia?

• England focuses more on memorization.

• East Asia emphasizes understanding.

• England emphasizes understanding.

• East Asia focuses on slow thinking.

According to the study, how do English students' achievements compare to those in Taiwan and Hong Kong by age 16?

• They are ahead by two years.

• They are at the same level.

• They are ahead by one year.

• They have fallen behind by two years.

What is one proposed solution to improve English students' performance?

• Reducing school hours.

• Improving maths education in primary schools.

• Increasing the number of exams.

• Focusing solely on secondary education.

What role do parents play in the educational success of students in Japan?

• They pressure children to attend extra classes.

• They have low expectations.

• They encourage less study time.

• They focus on sports achievements.

What is blamed for the poor educational results in England?

• Labour's policies.

• Too many holidays.

• Lack of technology in schools.

• Excessive focus on sports.