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Helen Wong, 15, Dallam School
SLP, OLE, IES, SBA ... all dreaded terms for studying for the DSEs. I’ve been educated under the IB system, and although I love and enjoy what I studying, I don’t think the IB should replace the DSE.
The education culture among HK students and western students differs considerably. Our system emphasises rote learning, whereas western schools value critical thinking. If the HKDSE was replaced by the IB, HK students would be disadvantaged as they may not have analytical skills required to do well. When competing with candidates trained to think a certain way since childhood, local students may find it difficult to adapt to a new way of learning in just two years. Plus, the IB system requires a great deal of self-discipline, passion and motivation. Fewer tests means students need to do more work on their own, while being able to choose their own coursework topic means students need a genuine interest in the subject. The DSE system is more suited to Hongkongers who are used to clear instructions and exam-oriented teaching styles.
The DSE curriculum is more flexible when choosing subjects. The IB may be a pain for students who are not linguists, as it is compulsory to study two languages. The IB forces students to choose subjects from different fields, so they are not allowed to study more than two science or humanity subjects, like they can for the DSE.
The IB workload is demanding. On top of the six subjects and the required extracurricular activities, candidates also need to study an extra subject known as the Theory of Knowledge and write a 4,000-word essay to qualify for the diploma. While the IB seems to be geared towards getting people into university, the HKDSE also caters for those headed for vocational training.
Replacing the DSE with the IB is unfeasible due to the limited resources. The government is reluctant to spend more money on schools as it is; replacing the DSE would be very expensive – with the fees and extra teacher training.
There is no perfect system. Some may wish to pursue the IB path, but others may benefit from the local exam system – it’s a decision best left to the student based on their individual differences and aspirations. Having a choice means students and parents can select what they think suits best.
https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/your-voice/opinion/article/3066503/face-should-ib-replace-dse
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