Question textSection E Read this paragraph and answer the following questions. The differences between Western-style and Asian education systems, particularly in their learning and teaching styles, and overall values and goals, are well documented. Both systems have unique strengths that prepare students for different aspects of life and work. Western education, such as in the US or UK, tends to focus on student-centred learning, encouraging critical thinking, creativity, and individual expression. Classrooms are interactive, with discussions, group work, and diverse assessment methods like projects and essays. In contrast, Asian education systems, such as those in China or Japan, emphasize teacher-centred learning with a strong focus on discipline and memorization of information. Classrooms are more formal, and high-stakes exams play a crucial role. Western education values holistic development, promoting independence and personal growth. Asian education prioritizes academic excellence and collective success, often putting group or family goals above individual aspirations. Typically, Western students may excel in creativity and problem-solving, while Asian students have greater discipline, more often achieving higher academic performance. Questions 12 - 14. Which of the following ideas are mentioned in the text? Select three ideas in the same order as they appear in the text. a. Academic results tend to be better in Asia.b. For Western students, individual ambitions are more important than group success.c. Western and Asian education have different kinds of documents.d. Western and Asian education systems develop necessary skills for adulthood.e. Western schooling encourages collaboration.f. Western schools assess diversity in their projects.12. Answer 1 Question 8[select: , a. Academic results tend to be better in Asia., b. For Western students, individual ambitions are more important than group success., c. Western and Asian education have different kinds of documents., d. Western and Asian education systems develop necessary skills for adulthood., e. Western schooling encourages collaboration., f. Western schools assess diversity in their projects] 13. Answer 2 Question 8[select: , a. Academic results tend to be better in Asia., b. For Western students, individual ambitions are more important than group success., c. Western and Asian education have different kinds of documents., d. Western and Asian education systems develop necessary skills for adulthood., e. Western schooling encourages collaboration., f. Western schools assess diversity in their projects] 14. Answer 3 Question 8[select: , a. Academic results tend to be better in Asia., b. For Western students, individual ambitions are more important than group success., c. Western and Asian education have different kinds of documents., d. Western and Asian education systems develop necessary skills for adulthood., e. Western schooling encourages collaboration., f. Western schools assess diversity in their projects]
