Difference of Teachers Teaching Objectives Between Chinese High School and American High School

Abstract

In this paper, the researcher explored the factors associated with different teaching objectives of American and Chinese high school teachers. The semi-structured interviews were conducted with a group of teachers who have rich experience teaching in American or Chinese high schools to understand (1) their teaching objectives, (2) the educational goals of the school, (3) their teaching styles and (4) why they want to be a teacher. Results concluded three key factors: (1) the effect of the schools educational goals; (2) the importance of students reactions and classroom environment; (3) how personal values and interests influence teachers goals.