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MAY SEMESTER 2013HMEF5033 - COMPARATIVE EDUCATION

ASSIGNMENT

This Assignment is in Two (2) Parts: Part A and Part B.

PART A:Weighting:20 marks

The Task:

This assignment in Part A will give you the opportunity to read and critically review the issuerelated to Comparative Perspectives of Shadow Education in Hong Kong.

The Assignment:

Read the assigned article and answer the TWO (2) questions that follow:

Bray, M. (2013). Benefits and Tensions of Shadow Education: Comparative Perspectives on theRoles and Impact of Private Supplementary Tutoring in the Lives of Hong Kong Students.Journal of International and Comparative Education, 2:1,18-30.

Question 1 10 Marks

Using your own words, state five (5) aspects of shadow education addressed in the article.

(10 marks)

Question 2 10 Marks

According to Bray (2013), private supplementary tutoring may contribute to studentsachievement, but it also maintains and exacerbates social inequalities, diverts resources fromother uses, and can contribute to inefficiencies in education systems.

a) Discuss the above statement with regards to how private supplementary tutoring canlead to the following:

Maintain and exacerbate social inequalities

Contribute to inefficiencies in education systems.(4 marks)

b) Discuss how the Ministry of Education in your country has addressed the issue ofsupplementary private tutoring for the poor.

(6 marks)


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PART B

Objective of AssignmentThe objective of this part of the assignment provides you the opportunity to compare andcontrast a number of significant educational issues and concerns at both the national andinternational levels. You will be required to gather information from various sources and write anextended-response report of about 20 30 pages.

The Task: Writing a Comparative Study Report

Read the questions given and selectONE topic of your choice and interest.Then compare and contrast it based on the given context.

1. A comparative analysis of Shadow Education / Private Supplementary Tutoring in South

East Asia. (Choose any TWO South East Asian countries).

2. Issues and challenges in Implementing School Based Assessment in Asia. (Choose any

TWO Asian countries).

3. Issues and challenges in addressing Sex Education in Schools between developed and

developing countries. (Choose any ONE country from each category).

4. A comparative analysis of Gender and Education between developed and developing

countries. (Choose any ONE country from each category).

5. A comparative study of Student-Teacher Ratio and Its Implication to Teaching and

Learning between developed and developing countries. (Choose any ONE country fromeach category)

6. A critical look at Women Leadership in Education in the East and West nations. (Choose

any ONE country from each category)

7. A comparative study of Policy on Pre School Education in East and West nations.

(Choose any ONE country from each category)

8. Pedagogical Competencies of Teachers: Issues and Concerns. (Choose any TWO

countries)

9. A comparative analysis of Internationalisation of Higher Education. (Choose any TWOcountries).

10. A comparative and critical study of School Effectiveness: Accountability and

Improvement. (Choose any TWO countries)

(40 marks)


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GUIDELINES TO ASSIGNMENT (PART B)

STEP 1

First, read all the given questions and select a topic of your choice and interest

Once you have decided on your research focus, select two countries from one region.Example:

o South East Asia (e.g. Malaysia, Thailand, Brunei, Singaporeetc.)o Asia (e.g. Maldives, India, Indonesia, Philippinesetc.)o East (China, Japan, Singapore, etc.)o West (Poland, UK, France etc.)o Developing countries (e.g. Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand etc.)o Developed countries (e.g. USA, Australia, Finland, etc.)

Keep in mind that the countries you select must have certain common characteristics sothat they are worthy of comparison.

Next understand the demands of the task, highlighting what is expected. Example:o A comparative analysis of Shadow Education / Private Supplementary Tutoring in

South East Asia. (Choose any TWO South East Asian countries).

List aspects related to the topic concerned. See Example below

STEP 2

Research on the topic concerned by reading journal articles and other scholarly

publications such as books, magazines, circulars, documents and Country Reports. Do

not use Wikipedia as a source.

Surf the internet to obtain information from both national (Ministry of Education, Ministry

of Higher Education tec.) and international organizations (e.g. UNESCO, OECD, the

World Bank and WEI - World Education Indicators)

SHADOW

EDUCATION

What Is ShadowEducation?

Role of ShadowEducation

Intensity, Mode,Subjects Groups and

Approaches

Implications for PolicyMakers

Issues and concerns:Costs, Tutors etc.

Benefits & Challengesof Shadow Education


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STEP 3

Read and synthesize the information that you have read

List down the similarities and differences between the chosen countries Next, organise your answer based on the educational issue in the question.

See example below:

Discuss the progress of your work on myVLEsharing and comparing both interesting

information and challenges you encounter during your academic journey.

STEP 4

Write your first draft keeping in mind the task at hand and the writing conventions of aresearch report.

Remember your answer should demonstrate not only the depth of your understandingand knowledge of the issue at hand but also the educational scenario and setting of thecountry/ countries selected in your discussion.

Get someone to proof read the draft and make necessary corrections.

When proof reading, pay attention to the following aspects:

Begin with an introduction on the issue concerned

Give a brief introduction of Country A

Provide a brief Introduction to Country B

Conduct a Contrastive AnalysisList the similarities on the issue that is being discussed

between Country A and Country BList the differences between Country A and Country B

Conclude with a critical overview of the issue


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o Content Your response to the question should cover all the aspects within the

scope of the study.

o Language Check your work for language accuracy (grammar)

o Spelling Keep to the British English Language Spelling (RP)

o Punctuation symbols and marks such as comma, period, open and closeinverted commas that indicate structure and organization of written language

STEP 5

Your assignment must be submitted in the form of a printed report.

Your final report should be between 20 30 pages (excluding references andappendices)

Your final report should be written using the APA style and format. Surf the Internet forthe latest information of the APA Style and format.

Give your report a suitable title. Remember a good title is specific and it tells what, when

and where the study was conducted. A title can have a sub title giving a clear view ofthe issue being investigated. Examples:o Comparative Perspectives on Citizenship Education in the USA and the UKo Wang, J. & Lin, E. (2005). Comparative Studies on the U.S. and Chinese

Mathematics Learning and the Implications for Standards-Based MathematicsTeaching Reform. Educational Researcher. Vol.34, No.5, 3-13.

Given below is an example of the format for your final report

o PRELIMINARIES

Cover Page

Title Page

Acknowledgments (if any)

Table of Contents

List of Tables (if any)

List of Figures (if any)

Abstract (one paragraph)

o INTRODUCTION (1-3 pages)

Introduction to issue that is being (e.g. Shadow Education)

Review of Related Literature

Focus / Aim of Report

Rationale for chosen countries (e.g. Singapore and Malaysia both in

South East Asia)

Scope of Report

Definition of Terms

o COUNTRY A (3-5 pages)

Introduction to Country A

Brief historical, geographical & cultural description


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Current information on issue that is being discussed (e.g. School Based

Assessment in Country A - provide facts, figures, views, relevant

literature and recent findings )

o COUNTRY B (3-5 Pages)

Introduction to Country B

Brief historical, geographical, cultural description

Current information on issue that is being discussed (e.g. academic

restructuring in institutions of higher learning in Country B- provide facts,

figures, views, relevant literature and recent findings )

o CONTRASTIVE ANLAYSIS (6-10 pages)

List the similarities on the issue that is being discussed between Country

A and Country B

List the differences on the issue that is being discussed between Country

A and Country B

Provide relevant facts & figures using tables and charts

Conclude with a summary of impact / major findings

o CONCLUSION (2-3 pages)

Restate the issue investigated

Provide a summary of the main findings Recommendations for further investigation

Conclusion

o REFERENCES

Provide a list of all references cited in report

Use American Psychological Association (APA) Format and Style to citereferences

Where possible use latest references (year 2005 onwards)

o

APPENDICES Include circulars, tables, charts, figures etc. that are relevant sources for

information to the report but not centrally important

Label Appendices for easy reference (e.g. Appendix 1, Appendix 2 etc)


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NOTE:

The assignment report (Part B) should be between 20 30 pages in length.

It should be typed on A4 paper using 12-point Times New Roman font with 1.5 spacing

Assignments (Part A and Part B) MUST be submitted by Seminar 5 (21 July 2013).

Marks will be deducted for submission of assignment after 21 July 2013. Submit a softcopy of your assignment on-line through myVLE and a hardcopy to your

facilitator.

Plagiarized assignments will be rejected. Surf the various websites available on theInternet to learn more about Plagiarism.

A grade of zero would be given to students who plagiarize.

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