Tuesday, August 21, 2007
It seems that Singapore's education system is starting to take some heat in the forums, and I like that. Seeing as I'm not a huge fan of it either, I think the system could do with some criticism. The letter I read commented that with an average class size of 40 students, the Singapore teachers actually do a very good job, and I could not agree more. But if we know that 40 students a class is big, why do we not employ more teachers? Then the government will say it's not if they aren't trying, but not many people find it very rewarding. Low pay, almost dead end future. I like teaching, and I really do see myself becoming an educator one day, but the incentives of the business world are just too big to ignore. What am I saying? The government should stop saying they are trying, and actually start trying to try, but offering incentives which can compete with the business market. You want talent, you got to work, and pay for it.
"He felt like throwing in the towel. After all he had done, he could not help but wonder if it was enough. Demoralised, he sunk into the sofa, slid into the player a familiar VCD, and enjoyed the comic relief it brought him. Why couldn't life be like that portrayed on the screen before him? Simple, straightforward, humorous, without the hint of stress, worry, or responsibility. Then the computer gave an alert sound and she was online.
She arrived home after a long tedious day at school. Being dragged out of bed while the day was still young was not her thing, and being awake for most part of the day was something rare for her. Yet it amazed her that she still found the energy to keep going on. Dumping her bag and books onto her bed, she hit the shower to wash off a day of dirt, and stress. She hated winter as she came into contact with the cold air. Switching on her laptop, she settled down for a night of reading, and chatting, then her laptop gave an alert sound and he said heyy."
Dan
4:36 pm
