Chinese Educational Tech vs. American Educational Tech
Chinese Laws This new law looks to diminish not only the "twin pressures" (homework and tutoring) but also the use of online games and the worship of digital celebrities. I think that limiting the use of electronic devices to young children is important, but this seems like an overreach. Especially, when it states that they are considering punishing parents if children exhibit "bad behavior". The law is now setting up what a good and bad child looks like. Children are so different that I think this will create a mold that parents will try to fit their kids into. Instead of relieving pressure, this increases the pressure for both parents and children. In a way, I understand why this law could be set into effect. In China, students are bombarded with homework or after-school tutoring. They have little time left for technology. With the new law, students will have more access to technology at home. They seek to prevent overuse as they want the time spent "restin...