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Elementary and Middle and Secondary Education Administration

2010

Dr Renata Phelps

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Feeling Glad And Proud: Children In Rural Vietnam Have A Say About Learning, Renata Phelps, Nhung Ha Thi Tuyet Oct 2010

Feeling Glad And Proud: Children In Rural Vietnam Have A Say About Learning, Renata Phelps, Nhung Ha Thi Tuyet

Dr Renata Phelps

This book is the result of a collaborative research project between ChildFund Australia and the Centre for Children and Young People, Southern Cross University, Australia. The research aimed to better understand:

1.Vietnamese children's views and experiences of learning and primary schooling in rural and remote communities (within the district of Na Ri, Bac Kan province);

2.how their views about learning and education might inform the development of future quality, basic education provided in a safe and stimulating environment; and

3.the ethical and methodological issues involved in undertaking culturally appropriate research in Vietnam that incorporates children's views and voices. The research …


Vietnamese Children’S Perspectives On Learning And The Provision Of Primary School Education Within The Rural Na Ri District In Vietnam: Pilot Project Report, Renata Phelps, Anne Graham Aug 2010

Vietnamese Children’S Perspectives On Learning And The Provision Of Primary School Education Within The Rural Na Ri District In Vietnam: Pilot Project Report, Renata Phelps, Anne Graham

Dr Renata Phelps

Developing countries face an urgent imperative to improve the equity, quality, relevance and authenticity of their education provision. This is critical if they are to develop a literate but also creative and innovative population to support their continued economic development. In recent years, Vietnam has been making remarkable progress in alleviating poverty and inequality. However, with 41% of its population under the age of 18, Vietnam faces considerable challenges in educating its children. Vietnam’s traditional educational practices, like those of other Asian countries, are curriculum driven and focus predominantly on rote memorisation, passive learning approaches and print-based knowledge from text …


Vietnamese Children’S Perspectives On Learning And The Provision Of Primary School Education Within The Rural Na Ri District In Vietnam: Consolidated Report On A Pilot Project, Renata Phelps, Anne Graham Aug 2010

Vietnamese Children’S Perspectives On Learning And The Provision Of Primary School Education Within The Rural Na Ri District In Vietnam: Consolidated Report On A Pilot Project, Renata Phelps, Anne Graham

Dr Renata Phelps

Background to the research This research was initiated by ChildFund Australia as part of its increased commitment to research that enhances knowledge of children’s experience, builds organisational expertise and contributes to improved effectiveness in aid operations. The research is a collaboration between ChildFund Australia and the Centre for Children and Young People (CCYP) at Southern Cross University, Australia.