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Why it is critical for students and entrepreneurs to develop a positive, resilient mindset

Hong Kong’s Saint Too Bloom Academy says academic excellence and well-being are key to children’s long-term success and happiness.

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EdTalk Chinese International School

Bilingual ‘superpowers’ and intercultural experiences prepare students for a better future

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‘Whole child’ education develops head, heart and hands of future community-minded leaders

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EdTalk Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong

Schools must nurture innovative, entrepreneurial mindset to help students’ future success

Focus on STEAM subjects and hands-on experiences develops critical thinking, says Rob Fox, headmaster of Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong.

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Schools should help students not only achieve academic success, but also develop skills in communication and creativity to prepare them for the real world, says Rob Fox, headmaster of Wycombe Abbey School Hong Kong.

EdTalk Hong Kong International School

Why physically active children tend to be better at their studies

Young athletes learn time management and are more able to cope with adversities and challenges, resulting in better academic performances, says Todd Parham, of Hong Kong International School.

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Field trips form important part of children’s balanced learning

Students from Hong Kong’s Canossa College reveal what they learned and enjoyed most about ’Macau Unlocked’ historic and cultural educational tour.

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How dynamic learning spaces can help students excel

Teaching spaces must be inspiring, engaging and safe so children can study, play and thrive, says Richard Vanderpyl, head of Christian Alliance International School and latest EdTalk guest speaker.

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Why dynamic learning environments enhance student creativity

EdTalk: Nord Anglia

Why critical thinking will prepare students for the future

Firms want staff with the ability to solve complex problems, analyse information and understand the feelings of others – qualities that students learn at Nord Anglia International School, Hong Kong.

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EdTalk Invictus School

Why all students can achieve success with the right support from teachers

Private school, which says holistic approach to education can help maximise children’s potential, encourages youngsters to develop global mindset and embrace their potential through extracurricular activities.

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Taylor's University

Online postgraduate programmes ideal for a post-Covid-19 world

Master’s degrees offered in bite-sized format at Taylor's University in Malaysia aim to equip professionals with enhanced skill set

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Although Taylor’s University’s programmes are online, they place an emphasis on interaction and engagement between students and industry professionals.

EdTalk: The Harbour School

Rethinking 5 educational myths through the experiential learning approach

The Harbour School in Hong Kong emphasises learner engagement that encourages deeper understanding, with students utilising an on-campus makerspace, a marine lab and a sailboat serving as an outdoor classroom.

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The experiential learning championed by THS extends beyond campus, with field trips held on The Black Dolphin, the school’s sailboat that serves as an outdoor classroom.

British International School, Phuket

Phuket’s world-class holistic ‘education in paradise’

British International School, Phuket offers students from around the world a curriculum with IGCSE and IB academic programmes, and professional coaching in football, tennis, swimming, golf, aerial arts and gymnastics

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EdTalk Invictus School

British curriculum makes sense in Hong Kong during Covid-19

Changes to travel rules have led to many students switching schools between Hong Kong and Britain, says Christopher Jackson, principal of Invictus School Hong Kong

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Play-based education inspires children to learn and prepare for success

Curriculum’s natural approach helps pupils to thrive, says Dr Cora Hui, head of school at Hong Kong’s Christian Alliance P.C. Lau Memorial International School

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Christian Alliance P.C. Lau Memorial International School, in Kowloon City, Hong Kong, follows a play-based curriculum, which encourages children to study and become engaged, holistic learners.

Why Sino-British university education appeals to international students

Two Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University graduates say studying in the UK and China offers global perspective and the ‘best of both worlds’

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Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University in Suzhou, China, was founded as a partnership between the University of Liverpool, in the United Kingdom, and China’s Xi’an Jiaotong University, in Xi’an, Shaanxi province.

Why we should nurture empathy and compassion in children from an early age

Ben Hart, upper primary school principal at Hong Kong International School, says its curriculum encourages pupils to be curious about global issues

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East-meets-West focus at joint-venture university offers global perspective

Headhunters want candidates who can thrive in a global working environment, says Eddy Fang, deputy dean of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

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EdTalk Stamford American School

Why social-emotional development helps students ‘reach full potential’

Karrie Dietz, head of Stamford American School Hong Kong, says its well-rounded, inquiry-based approach to learning nurtures students and helps build character

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Stamford American School Hong Kong’s well-rounded inquiry-based approach to learning – combined with rigorous American academic standards – includes social and emotional lessons from the pre-primary level up to graduation to ensure children are able to cope with life’s challenges as adults.

EdTalk: Lingnan University

Hong Kong liberal arts university uses tech to improve lives of elderly

Lingnan University’s Institute of Policy Studies leads initiative to help city’s ageing population, which could rise to estimated 2.52 million by 2039

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EdTalk: Lingnan University

Why does study of liberal arts provide valuable long-term benefits?

Focus on subjects such as literature and history helps equip students with vital soft skills to succeed, says Professor Leonard K. Cheng, president of Lingnan University

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EdTalk Branksome Hall Asia

Why boarding schools remain a good and safe choice – even during Covid-19

Strict protocols, advance testing and strong medical support reassure parents and children, says Dr Cinde Lock, principal, Branksome Hall Asia, in South Korea

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Branksome Hall Asia, an international day and boarding school situated on the South Korean island of Jeju, aims to provide an enriching learning space where its students can be inspired at all times.

How learning beyond the classroom can nurture well-rounded children

Korean International School’s primary pupils learn through theme-based integrated tuition and secondary students carry out social studies fieldwork

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Primary school pupils and secondary students at Hong Kong’s Korean International School benefit from experiential and engaging activities, which extend beyond traditional textbooks and classrooms.

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How can study of social sciences and humanities help overcome Covid-19?

Understanding societies and human behaviour ensures we can tackle difficult problems in the world, says Professor Richard M. Walker of City University of Hong Kong

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It’s time schools taught children mental resilience to face life’s problems

Huge global mental health issue among teenagers has been ignored for too long, says Mark Steed, principal of Hong Kong’s Kellett School

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EdTalk Shrewsbury

How to choose right school for children and support them through their journey

Parents may want to plan ahead, but crucial to make correct choice for their child now, says Ben Keeling, principal, Shrewsbury International School Hong Kong

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Children tend to be more adaptable to change than adults, but it is still important to make sure they are supported when moving to a new school and guided on their journey of self-discovery.

EdTalk | How is the Education Bureau tackling the ‘other’ fees private schools charge?

From debentures and capital levy fees to application fees and deposits, the EDB is finally being forced to confront the issue and do something about it

30 Jun 2020 - 4:01PM

Winnie Chiu Wai-yin, left, the Ombudsman, and Lyon Li, Senior Investigation Officer, during a press conference on Education Bureau's Mechanism for Approving Applications for School Fee Revision by Direct Subsidy Scheme/ Private Schools and collection of other charges by Private Schools at Shun Tak Centre, in Sheung Wan. Photo: Xiaomei Chen

EdTalk | What should you do to create a stable environment for your kids?

Children naturally want to test the limits you establish for them. In doing so, what they are really seeking is the reassuring presence of a safety net

4 Jun 2020 - 5:52PM

Education in Hong Kong

EdTalk | Parents’ frustrations rise over school closures and charges

• While the English Schools Foundation has announced a freeze on charges for the next year, some schools are forging ahead with increases and sending out demands for deposits

4 Jun 2020 - 6:09PM

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