Global Teacher Status Index: Highest Salary and Respect by Country

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What is the common experience of students in a 45-minute class period in China?

Not to talk at all (correct)

To complete a task individually

To raise multiple questions

To engage in a group discussion

Why does China rank 1 in the Global Teacher Status Index?

Due to the small student-to-teacher ratio

Due to high teacher salaries

Due to the emphasis on extracurricular activities

Because of the cultural uniqueness in delivering lessons (correct)

What percentage of students in Japan go to university?

20%

30%

10% (correct)

What is the name of the ministry that administers the Japanese education system?

Mombusho Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate number of students in Japan's school system?

24 million Signup and view all the answers

What is the reputation of the Japanese education system?

Sometimes seen as a model for other countries Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable feature of Japanese students, according to a 2005 book?

They are indisputably among the best in solving mathematical equations Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Japanese students attend private schools?

One-third Signup and view all the answers

What happens after a superintendent approves a teacher applicant?

The applicant forwards a recommendation to hire to the local school boards Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason for terminating a teacher's contract?

Egregious professional conduct Signup and view all the answers

What determines a teacher's salary range?

Education and experience as by locale Signup and view all the answers

What is true about teachers with a master's degree?

They earn more than those with a bachelor's degree Signup and view all the answers

Why do some teachers work another job?

To earn extra money Signup and view all the answers

What is the average income of teachers according to the Global Teacher Status report?

$44,917 Signup and view all the answers

According to elementary school teachers, what makes a good teacher?

A teacher who is kind and understanding Signup and view all the answers

In which country is the status of teachers most similar to doctors?

China Signup and view all the answers

What is a secondary school teacher's primary responsibility?

To teach their subject Signup and view all the answers

Which profession is teaching most similar to in the Netherlands?

Social Workers Signup and view all the answers

How many countries judged the status of teachers to be most similar to social workers?

Two thirds of the countries Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of parents in China encourage their children to become teachers?

50% Signup and view all the answers

In which school level are teachers more respected?

Primary elementary school Signup and view all the answers

Which country has parents who are least likely to encourage their children to become teachers?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What was the second closest status to teachers in terms of profession?

Librarians Signup and view all the answers

How many sections were the answers collated and clustered in?

Three Signup and view all the answers

In which country would 50% of parents encourage their children to become teachers?

China Signup and view all the answers

Which level of schooling is free and compulsory in all ASEAN member countries?

Primary Signup and view all the answers

Which country issues a teacher's license through the Professional Regulation Commission?

Philippines Signup and view all the answers

According to the Global Teacher Status Index, which country has teachers with the greatest respect from students?

China Signup and view all the answers

Which country gives the highest salary to teachers, according to the Global Teacher Status Index?

Singapore Signup and view all the answers

Do you think Filipino teachers are trusted in the Philippines?

Yes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main topic of the enrichment activity in Lesson 2?

Comparing teachers in ASEAN and beyond Signup and view all the answers

What is the question asked in the self-check question in Lesson 2?

Where would you like to teach? Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of familiarizing oneself with the status of teachers and the teaching profession in the global village?

To understand the differences between educational systems Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the matrix in Task No. 1?

To compare the educational qualifications of teachers across countries Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the report mentioned in Task No. 2?

The Global Teacher Status Index Report Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of countries judged the professional status of teachers as similar to social workers?

2/3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the attitude of most respondents in European countries towards teachers?

Teachers are disrespected by pupils Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the tasks in Task No. 1 and Task No. 2?

Task No. 1 is about creating a matrix, while Task No. 2 is about answering questions Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the GTS Index Report?

The professional status of teachers Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the phrase 'glocal teacher' in the context of the text?

A teacher who balances local and global perspectives Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chinese Education System

In Chinese society, teachers are seen as authorities who convey absolute truth, and students are expected to absorb knowledge without questioning.
Students often complete a 45-minute class period without speaking or asking questions.
The teaching profession in China is highly regarded, ranking 1st in the Global Teacher Status Index, where teachers are considered equal to doctors.

Japanese Education System

The Japanese education system is highly centralized and administered by the Ministry of Education.
The system serves about 24 million students, with 10% going to university and about one-third attending private schools.
Japanese students are known for their obedience, quietness, and hard work, with a strong focus on passing entrance examinations.
According to a 2005 book, Japan's educational system produces students who perform well in international examinations, particularly in mathematics.

Teacher Recruitment and Salaries in Japan

Teachers in Japan are recruited through a rigorous application process, with a superintendent approving the applicant and forwarding a recommendation to the local school boards.
Once signed, a teacher has a legally binding contract to work, with exceptions for pregnancy, medical leaves, and unforeseen emergencies.
Teachers' salaries are determined by education and experience, with those holding "masters plus 30 doctorate units" earning more than those with master's degrees.
Merit pay has been adopted by some school districts, with teachers in suburban areas earning more than those in urban or rural areas.
The average income of teachers in Japan is $44,917.00, according to the Global Teacher Status report.

Good Teachers in the American Context

The definition of a "good" teacher varies among levels, with elementary school teachers focusing on being kind, understanding, and sensitive to children's needs.
Secondary school teachers consider themselves subject-matter specialists, with a primary responsibility to teach.
Having a sense of humor and ability to handle a class can increase the likelihood of students learning.

Teacher Status and Perception

The social status of teachers varies across countries, with China ranking teaching as a profession equal to that of doctors.
In most countries, teachers are seen as having a status similar to social workers or librarians.
Parents' encouragement of their children to become teachers also varies, with 50% of parents in China providing positive encouragement.
Pupil respect for teachers also varies, with parents in some countries believing that pupils disrespect teachers more than they respect them.

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This quiz assesses the social status of teachers and compares it to other professions in different countries.

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Questions and Answers

What is the common experience of students in a 45-minute class period in China?

Why does China rank 1 in the Global Teacher Status Index?

What percentage of students in Japan go to university?

What is the name of the ministry that administers the Japanese education system?

What is the approximate number of students in Japan's school system?

What is the reputation of the Japanese education system?

What is a notable feature of Japanese students, according to a 2005 book?

What percentage of Japanese students attend private schools?

What happens after a superintendent approves a teacher applicant?

What is a reason for terminating a teacher's contract?

What determines a teacher's salary range?

What is true about teachers with a master's degree?

Why do some teachers work another job?

What is the average income of teachers according to the Global Teacher Status report?

According to elementary school teachers, what makes a good teacher?

In which country is the status of teachers most similar to doctors?

What is a secondary school teacher's primary responsibility?

Which profession is teaching most similar to in the Netherlands?

How many countries judged the status of teachers to be most similar to social workers?

What percentage of parents in China encourage their children to become teachers?

In which school level are teachers more respected?

Which country has parents who are least likely to encourage their children to become teachers?

What was the second closest status to teachers in terms of profession?

How many sections were the answers collated and clustered in?

In which country would 50% of parents encourage their children to become teachers?

Which level of schooling is free and compulsory in all ASEAN member countries?

Which country issues a teacher's license through the Professional Regulation Commission?

According to the Global Teacher Status Index, which country has teachers with the greatest respect from students?

Which country gives the highest salary to teachers, according to the Global Teacher Status Index?

Do you think Filipino teachers are trusted in the Philippines?

What is the main topic of the enrichment activity in Lesson 2?

What is the question asked in the self-check question in Lesson 2?

What is the main goal of familiarizing oneself with the status of teachers and the teaching profession in the global village?

What is the purpose of the matrix in Task No. 1?

What is the title of the report mentioned in Task No. 2?

What percentage of countries judged the professional status of teachers as similar to social workers?

What is the attitude of most respondents in European countries towards teachers?

What is the main difference between the tasks in Task No. 1 and Task No. 2?

What is the main focus of the GTS Index Report?

What is the significance of the phrase 'glocal teacher' in the context of the text?

Study Notes

Chinese Education System

Japanese Education System

Teacher Recruitment and Salaries in Japan

Good Teachers in the American Context

Teacher Status and Perception

Studying That Suits You

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