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Steve interviews Dr. Cornelius N. Grove about his most recent book, A Mirror for Americans, which delves into the research as to why students in East Asia invariably outperform American students on international tests. The discussion explores myths about education in East Asia, such as the misconception about drilling, and delves into educational and cultural differences that make students in East Asia so successful. This podcast provides a wonderful mirror for American educators by establishing East Asian practices as a point of contrast and thus elucidating tacit assumptions we hold about education, assumptions we might otherwise overlook.
No one can ever deny the power of education. It can change and uplift our lives as it provides us with the knowledge and tools to survive in life. Yet many of us misunderstand the true essence of education and the real reason why learning is important.Education isn't just about the grade you are trying to get every semester or your professor's lectures you're reviewing just to pass your midterms or finals. Rather, it's mainly about learning to find solutions to the problems you can encounter. There are several differences between Asian and Western cultures and one of these is how they view education. In this episode, Dr. Cornelius Grove joins Dr. Trinh to dig deeper into how culture affects our educational system and how American culture differs from Asian culture in terms of priority and passion for education. Are you curious why most Asians prefer western education and why they choose to study at American universities rather than in their country? Listen to Episode 15.Memorable Quotes:What the family wants is what the members of the family want. - Dr. Grove In American culture, we emphasize “Follow your dreams and your passion” but I'm not sure if that exists in Asia because they're more like what's good for the family. - Dr. Dung TrinhYour dream and your passion may require a great deal of education. - Dr. GroveA CEO isn't necessarily an A-student. - Dr. Dung TrinhOther Resources:Mirror For AmericansThe Drive to LearnImportant Points:East Asian families give high emphasis on academicsWhen children choose what they want to do and follow through with that choice, they're more likely to be successful and satisfied.A typical Asian family depends more on the collective family decision on important aspects like educationEducation has two views: sports analogy and school learningAmericans and East Asians react differently to failureAbout the Guests:Cornelius N. Grove, Ed. D., is the author of the books “The Drive to Learn” and “A Mirror for Americans.” He writes non-fiction cross-cultural books of interest to American parents and teachers as his mission is to explain the historical and cultural reasons for their children's comparatively mediocre performance in schools. Click here for more information.About the Host:Dung Trinh, MD is the Chief Medical Officer of Irvine Clinical Research, medical missionary with TongueOut Medical Missions, and holds leadership positions with multiple health care organizations in Orange County. He is a keynote speaker, best-selling author, and Host of “Health Talks with Dr. Trinh” which can be heard weekly on OC Talk Radio.Connect with Dr. TrinhHealthTalks OC WebsiteTongue OutFacebookLinkedIn
10-12-2020 Dr. Cornelius N. Grove by Price of Business Show
Cornelius N. Grove, author of The Drive to Learn. Topic: What the East Asian experience tells us about raising students who excel. Issues: Why are children in East Asia more receptive to learning than students in the U.S.? What enables them to be more attentive and engaged? How did they acquire the drive to learn? […] The post East Asians and Raising Students Who Excel + VR Animation appeared first on Mr. Dad.
Kathryn interviews biographer Steven Gaines, bestselling author of “One of These Things First: A Memoir”. Gaines is known for chronicling some of the 20th century's most notable artists, such as the Beatles and fashion designer Halston. Gaines reflects on his own story as a gay Jewish teen in 1960's Brooklyn and his trajectory to, after a failed suicide attempt, a private room in one of the most exclusive psychiatric hospitals in the world. Kathryn also interviews Cornelius N. Grove EdD, author of “The Drive to Learn: What the East Asian Experience Tells Us About Raising Students Who Excel”. The U.S. is currently ranked #25 in education globally behind countries such as Singapore, China and Japan. Dr. Grove believes that our children's poor learning can't totally be the fault of America's educators – our children are also active participants as to what goes on in schools. He argues that both are part of the problem and both must be part of the solution.