Why Are Asian Students Outstanding: 17 Tips on Family Education

Author: [US] Soo Jin Kim, Jin Kim
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Publish Date: 2007-01-01
Features: This book tells the story of Asian parents who, through family education, raise their children to become students at prestigious American universities and subsequently enter the American white-collar class. A few years ago, the Chinese Writers Publishing House's The Girl Who Dreamed of Stars (also known as A Chinese Girl's Journey to Harvard) caused a huge sensation. The unique Chinese-style (Asian) family education philosophy of Liu Yiting's parents, especially their approach to cultivating qualities, attracted the attention of countless parents. Similarly, in 2006, the renowned Penguin Group's Berkley Books division released a similar book that caught the attention of American readers—this is the book Why Asian Students Excel—17 Secrets of Family Education. The authors are two Korean-American sisters who graduated from prestigious universities in the United States. Through their own experiences and reflections, they have summarized 17 key strategies that are commendable in Asian family education, offering a fresh perspective. One is a personal account by Asian parents, and the other is a firsthand experience by Asian students. They narrate the stories of how Asian families raise their children to become top students from different angles. Why do Asian students excel? Perhaps you should also hear what Asian students themselves have to say. We may not all agree with their views, but we will certainly find valuable insights and food for thought in them.