Life and moral education and Chinese language education: Trends and prospects in the Greater China Region

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Abstract

This chapter examines the focus on life and moral education in the Greater China region, particularly in Hong Kong, in response to global educational changes and talent demands. Emphasizing the cultivation of lifelong learning skills, problem-solving, innovation, conflict resolution, and a sense of responsibility, the Chinese Language curriculum is analyzed for its values elements related to life and moral education. The curriculum in Hong Kong includes learning strands encompassing Chinese culture, morality, and affection, with specific objectives such as moral reasoning, awareness, judgment, sentiment, self-reflection, positive life views, temperament development, and community responsibility. Teaching, learning, and assessment strategies for promoting life and moral education are also explored. Additionally, contemporary and ancient texts, namely “The Back” by Zhu Ziqing and “Love on Lotus Flower” by Zhou Dunyi, are used to illustrate the curriculum's potential for nurturing core competencies, values, and attitudes amidst diverse cultures and ideas. By equipping young individuals with these skills, they are better prepared to navigate future societal challenges and value conflicts. Copyright © 2024 selection and editorial matter, Sin Manw Sophia Lam, John Chi-Kin Lee and Chung Mou Si; individual chapters, the contributors.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationLearning and teaching Chinese as a first language: International perspectives
EditorsSin Manw Sophia LAM, John Chi-Kin LEE, Chung Mou SI
Place of PublicationAbingdon, Oxon
PublisherRoutledge
Pages155-166
ISBN (Electronic)9781003410454
ISBN (Print)9781032531267, 9781032531311
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2024

Citation

Au, Y. Y. M., & Lee, J. C.-K. (2024). Life and moral education and Chinese language education: Trends and prospects in the Greater China Region. In S. M. S. Lam, J. C.-K. Lee, & C. M. Si (Eds.), Learning and teaching Chinese as a first language: International perspectives (pp. 155-166). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003410454-13

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