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Wed, October 4, 2023 | 06:25

Teachers in movies who never give in

Teachers in movies who never give in

During the gloomy late summer due to the sad news about the teachers, I rewatched two memorable movies. 'Dead Poets Society' (1989) and 'To Sir, with Love' (1967) are two classic films that delve into the world of education, offering valuable lessons and implications for today's challenging educational setting.

2023-10-03 16:30

South Korea's power of cultural intelligence

South Korea's power of cultural intelligence

South Korea has firmly established itself as a global economic powerhouse, extending its influence far beyond its borders. From corporate giants to nimble startups, South Korean enterprises are rapidly expanding their global reach. In this era of relentless globalization, the cornerstone of success for their businesses is none other than cultural intelligence (CQ). Cultural i...

2023-09-27 14:30

Stress: Inevitable, but not always an enemy

Stress: Inevitable, but not always an enemy

In today’s fast-paced world of constant demands, stress is so commonplace that it has become a fact of everyday life for many of us. This became especially evident during the COVID-19 pandemic - a time of great uncertainty fraught with fear, anxiety, loneliness, and sadness. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the prevalence of stress-provoked anxiety and depres...

2023-09-26 16:30

G20 gathers again

G20 gathers again

The Group of Twenty (G20), a forum of 19 industrialized nations plus the European Union, has met this month at the Bahrat Mandapam conference center in New Delhi, India. The annual gathering provided a major opportunity for Prime Minister Narendra Modi to demonstrate India’s growing influence.

2023-09-25 16:30

An American high school experience in Seoul

An American high school experience in Seoul

For many parents and grandparents residing in Seoul, the dream of having their children and grandchildren attend an American high school on Korean soil has finally come true. This development marks a remarkable alternative to the prevalent trend of sending teenage children abroad or to Jeju Island, often accompanied by their mother. With the opening of The Learning Community ...

2023-09-24 16:30

Mt. Jagoh shrouded in memories of joy, tragedy

Mt. Jagoh shrouded in memories of joy, tragedy

Confined to the house endlessly, day after day, to avoid exposure to COVID-19, I missed lots of things outdoors. Most of all, I missed the clean, fresh air and the pretty, verdant growth of nature on Mt. Jagoh, which rises to a modest elevation of 303 meters. Waegwan is a small town with a population of less than 50,000 and there is nothing much to enjoy, from the perspective...

2023-09-21 16:40

Building a firm foundation

Building a firm foundation

When the wind blows, I think. When the cool breeze touches my cheek. When trees are dark green, I feel comfortable in their shade. I think about my life and this world. When the sky is crystal-clear and deep blue without any blemishes, I can hear sparrows chirping and singing, I think about yesterday, today and tomorrow.

2023-09-20 16:30

The book that changed everything

The book that changed everything

What would be the book that can change everything? Many inspiring books can change our lives and perspectives. Among them, I would dare say that the Bible is the most inspiring book that can change everything.

2023-09-19 16:30

For a beautiful student

For a beautiful student

I was so delighted when you called last spring to tell me you had passed the teacher employment test. I was almost in tears learning that you were going to be an elementary teacher in Busan. I could picture you smiling in a classroom full of happy kids, your dream come true. Your former high school homeroom teacher couldn't have been prouder.

2023-09-18 16:30

My teacher

My best-ever teacher was a woman whom I met in the first grade of middle school. She was distinctively different from the other teachers. Surrounded by boisterous pupils who were overly excited about entering middle school, she managed to stay calm and undeterred throughout the semester. Unlike most female teachers who were very soft and gentle, she was strong, determined and...

2023-09-17 16:30

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