Integrating Western and Chinese Educational Theories: A Case Study of Implementing a Quality Student Leadership (QSL) Programme in a Secondary School in Hong Kong |
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| Authors: | Wai Ming Cheung & Hector W H Tsang |
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| Institution: | University of Hong Kong,;The Hong Kong Polytechnic University |
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| Abstract: | Secondary school students have been experiencing stress related to examination and academic performance in Hong Kong: the Special Administrative Region of the Chinese Mainland. The article reports a case study which applied the student empowerment model originated from western societies and the 'Qing' concept of Chinese philosophy to formulate a student Quality Student Leadership (QSL) programme in a secondary school. The programme aimed to reduce the stress of the students and at the same time improve their initiative, leadership, and also the relationship between the students and with the parents and teachers. The results showed that the programme was effective in achieving its objectives. |
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