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“Apt.” by Bruno Mars and Rosé considered Dangerous Earworm by Some

 The BBC reports that in South Korea,  Apt. by Rose and Bruno Mars is considered such an dangerous earworm by many South Korean students studying for the Suneung university placement exams that many are taking it off their playlists. … Continue reading

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China’s Education Dilemma: Balancing Exams and Creativity

By Junjie Yang  China’s education system has long been driven by a singular goal: success in the Gaokao, the national college entrance examination that defines a student’s academic future. This system, known as exam-oriented education, has shaped the educational direction … Continue reading

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