Education in Japanese Society: Lessons for New Zealand?.

Henshall, Kenneth G.

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ERIC Number: EJ453731

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1992

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Education in Japanese Society: Lessons for New Zealand?

Henshall, Kenneth G.

Delta, v46 p15-19 May 1992

Discusses what Western nations could learn from Japan's educational system. Negative features include (1) rote learning; (2) standardization of materials taught; (3) government control of textbooks; and (4) an examination system that does not promote individualism. Positive features include the high value placed on education and the work ethic. (SM)

Descriptors: Centralization, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Individualism, Learning Theories, Rote Learning, Standardized Tests, Western Civilization

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Japan; New Zealand

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