Comparison of secondary education between Japan and the United States

Comparison of secondary education between Japan and the United States

Apparent performance differences between Japanese and American high school

High school students in Japan possess a distinct character molded by the rigid disciplines and value inculcation since their early childhood education . Citing the research done by Lois peak , Harry Wray wrote , By investing much time and patience during the beginning of the year in establishing good classroom habits , Japanese teachers ultimately accomplish a great savings in the time and energy required for classroom management . Wray pointed out that Japanese early education

places on character formation is a significant reason that Japan experiences fewer discipline problems and greater time on task . This impressive outcome of education by all means is a result of Japan 's traditional and conservative approach to education

Regarding discipline , American High school students in contrast display a breakdown of discipline . Wray attributes this to the larger societal attitudes of self-indulgence , family breakdown , permissiveness lack of respect for authority , and excessive individualism (Wray 2008 br

. 20 . Wray pointed out that from elementary through secondary school levels students do not face enough censure from their peers , teachers and administrators and even by their parents for disruption of classes violence , and damage to school property , thereby reflecting a more liberal and permissive approaches to education . The difference between Japanese and American secondary school 's discipline problems reflect the greater emphasis that Japanese schools place upon creating a teacher-student partnership fro classroom management . Wray pointed out that , most Japanese high school...