KoreaTimes(162) - Thoughts of the Times, Opinion, page 1

The Korea Times

Site Map E-paper Subscribe Register LogIn
Site Map E-paper Subscribe Register LogIn

Opinion

Thoughts of the Times

Sat, January 23, 2021 | 23:46

How should higher education change?

How should higher education change?

The ongoing pandemic has proven to be an eye-opener regarding the lens through which we view our higher education (university-level) system. In addition to the obvious advantage of avoiding adverse health issues, students can attend online classes from wherever they like at their leisure. Online courses also save commute times, which can then be utilized by the students for o...

2021-01-21 17:05

The world needs more Casey Lartigues

The world needs more Casey Lartigues

When I was reading the news about North Korea three years ago, I stumbled across an organization most of you are familiar with - Freedom Speakers International, formerly known as Teach North Korean Refugees. I thought it would be a good idea to send my BA thesis to the FSI. The thesis centered on teaching vocabulary to advanced students of English, so it seemed like a good id...

2021-01-20 17:00

Unique pagoda with memorable history

Unique pagoda with memorable history

I am in awe of the unique 10-story marble pagoda of Gyeongcheon Temple (National Treasure No. 86) on display in the lobby of the National Museum in Seoul. Most ancient Korean pagodas were made of granite, brick or wood. They are distinctive monuments designed to enshrine sacred relics at Buddhist temples.

2021-01-19 16:40

Black expat's grief

Black expat's grief

It was December 2019 when I informed my family that I'd be moving to South Korea to teach English. Their apprehension, fear and concern was expected. All they heard was “North Korea” and immediately envisioned me diving in trenches underground to protect myself from a nuclear attack obviously caused by the infamous Kim Jong-un. I reminded them that the Korean War ended 67 yea...

2021-01-18 16:49

Hope in struggle

Hope in struggle

On a recent evening there was an unexpected heavy snow fall. Many struggled to return home from work on the slippery streets, while cars were at a virtual standstill for several hours, slowly creeping along on the snow-covered roads.

2021-01-17 16:47

Guilty in Korea

Guilty in Korea

Around one year ago, I published a few articles here about the absurd criminal trial that I, my wife and a very honorable senior couple were facing. How has the tragicomedy played out so far?

2021-01-15 16:55

Putin's presser in context

Putin's presser in context

By Arthur I. Cyr President Vladimir Putin of Russia held his traditional year-end press conference on Dec. 17. The annual show is certainly preferable to the grotesque show trials of Stalin's Soviet Union, and provides real information.Putin dismissed United States elections as flawed. Later, when rioters invaded the U.S. Congress on Jan. 6, Russia's media reacted with script...

2021-01-13 16:50

Pandemic fatigue

Pandemic fatigue

It's been almost a year since the COVID-19 pandemic struck countries worldwide, pushing many economies into recession, discouraging people from traveling abroad and drastically changing numerous aspects of our lives.

2021-01-12 16:19

'Let us dream'

Still in the midst of COVID-19, our future looks uncertain. Nevertheless, I may hope and dream thanks to my faith in the Providence of God.

2021-01-11 17:00

Does Jeju need 2nd airport?

Does Jeju need 2nd airport?

I remember the beautiful scenery I saw on Jeju Island, including the green ferns on volcanic cones (or oreum) and the emerald sea. It was peaceful and relaxing to walk in nature on Jeju. According to a 2018 survey of tourists visiting Jeju by the Jeju Tourism Organization, “enjoying the natural landscape” was the most popular response on why they chose Jeju as their destinati...

2021-01-10 16:49

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

WooriBank

Top 10 Stories

DARKROOM

WooriBank

Code of Ethics

Copyright