Don't 'measure' exams by scores and diplomas.

Education needs to focus on nurturing and cultivating character rather than measuring it by grades or...

Professor Nguyen Lan Dung: There is no such thing as "talent in learning, fate in exams."

Professor, People's Teacher Nguyen Lan Dung.

Many people believe that exams are a turning point in a student's life, especially entrance exams for high school, universities, and colleges.

My family believes that our children's academic achievements bring happiness to the whole family. Therefore, no matter how difficult things get, we always try to create the best conditions for our children's education. Lan Hieu passed the entrance exams for three universities, and Nu Thao won a medal in an international competition. My grandchildren, both on my son's and daughter's sides, are all excellent students and well-behaved.

In my opinion, parents shouldn't force their children to apply to schools that don't match their aspirations, but they should also advise them to consider their abilities when choosing a school. For example, if someone has a talent for foreign languages, why should they necessarily choose to study English – a field with so many applicants? Other foreign languages ​​are also in demand. Parents should base their choices on their children's aspirations, rather than simply choosing a major they know in the hope of securing a job after graduation. Studying a field they don't enjoy, or following the crowd, is harmful to their children.

Your academic performance reflects your exam results; there's no such thing as "talent in learning, luck in exams." You should read more relevant reference books, and especially dedicate more effort to mastering foreign languages. Foreign language teachers shouldn't cram grammar into your lessons, leaving you unable to speak or read even after years of studying.

How can we help children find joy in learning and maintain good health so they can naturally achieve good results? Furthermore, parental understanding and love within the family are crucial for children's academic success. Learning is closely linked to health; studying to the point of health deterioration is extremely detrimental. Learning is a lifelong endeavor; being healthy and happy is essential for achieving good results.

It's a good idea to tell or find stories for your children about role models who overcame challenges to achieve success in their studies and contribute to society. Manage your children's time to ensure a balance between studying, rest, and recreation. All of this requires parental attention. However, above all, always remember that wealth is nothing compared to wealth in intellect, willpower, and love.

Dr. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Minh (Lecturer at Hanoi Pedagogical University): Standing firm amidst the "storm" of exams

Dr. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Minh.

A child's value shouldn't be measured by grades. What about their physical, emotional, and character development? What about their life values ​​and ideals? There are countless other achievements that cannot be revealed by simple numbers. There are countless experiences and lessons they have learned throughout their lives – things that cannot be measured by grades. There are countless joys and good deeds they have brought to others, also immeasurable by numbers. You can't say a child with a perfect score is more valuable than one with a score of 2.

Therefore, measuring a child's entire maturity solely by exam scores is truly one-sided, superficial, and blind. Failure or success in life is merely a convention. Behind what we define as success or failure lie many social prejudices that, if we are not vigilant, will overwhelm us.

If, unfortunately, your child's results aren't what you hoped for at this time, it's natural for parents to feel sad, disappointed, angry, resentful, and regretful. But it's also at this time that parents can pause to ask themselves: What lessons has my child learned throughout their school years? How has my child grown? What positive qualities have been developed? What potentials hasn't been fully realized? How can these potentials be developed in the next stages? What additional support does my child need?

The exam results aren't the most important thing, but they'll be valuable data for analyzing and answering these questions. By asking these questions, you'll see things from a different perspective, more optimistically and calmly. This is when parents can sit down and talk with their children, like adults.

I've always believed that education should focus on nurturing and cultivating character rather than measuring a child by grades. If we understand this, we'll have the composure and resilience to face the "storm" of exams, and a more relaxed parenting journey.

Dr. Cu Van Trung (Chairman of the Board of Directors, Education Consulting and Training Joint Stock Company): Young people should define their own position.

Dr. Cu Van Trung.

Through my work and interactions with young people, I've noticed that many choose careers based on market demand, parental preferences, fleeting emotions, or the "hotness" of a particular field... In other words, they haven't truly understood and defined themselves. This leads to long-term mistakes and wasted resources.

The obsession with academic degrees, the desire for children to attend university, and the lavish investment in tutoring and exam preparation to ensure their children get into university have stifled many talents. Many students possess aptitude in a particular field and could potentially become elite professionals, but if career guidance and direction are not properly considered, their chances of success are low. They will find it difficult to shine in their careers and establish themselves.

Meanwhile, society increasingly values ​​people with practical skills and work experience over those with many degrees but lacking practical experience and who are heavily academic and bookish.

When young people reach the level of skill to become master craftsmen, the epitome of excellence in their craft, beauty emerges from their labor and their work. This beauty is captivating to those who see it. The products of a highly skilled, educated worker are very valuable, and that value can be "sold" in a highly competitive market.

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