And, teachers bring back experiences that will enrich their teaching and learning. Perry said the group was busy the whole time, collecting samples and recording data. We also toured schools in Wuhan and Yichang. The educational system was of interest to the teachers. Because the culture is so different, naturally there will also be a different sort of student.
Students pay attention in class and are very respectful.
I did not see any behavior or discipline problems. We saw rote learning in China and it works. Teachers are very respectful, and they would have to be to handle that many students. Applying what they experienced to their classrooms in Socorro won't be difficult, according to Rogahn. I'll be teaching geography, and, of course, China will be first.