Should Malaysian Pupils Stop The Tradition Of Giving Gifts On Teachers Day


 
LAST week, schools the length and breadth of the country celebrated ‘Teachers Day’. Yes, this most important of vocations needs to be recognised and the dedicated men and women who guide our children deserve our utmost respect and gratitude.
But should this extend to students coming to schools armed with “presents” for their teachers? This was the poser from Facebook user Francis MK on the Malaysian Education Info (And Homeschooling Too) page.

The poster is of the opinion that such an unhealthy practice should be discontinued. He also shared a post purportedly by a spouse of a teacher who lamented the avalanche of “cheap or less-than-useful” gifts that come home with her teacher husband every year on the occasion which inevitably ends in the dumpster.


There are quite a few pertinent points that is raised by the above query. The poster is right in saying it breeds a “keeping-up-with-the-Jonese” attitude as students compare gifts which places undue pressure on their parents to ensure the pressies are up to scratch.
Then there is point about teachers comparing. There will always inevitably be some popular individuals who will receive more or even extra lavish or extravagant gifts, leading to all sorts of unhealthy thoughts and feelings.
The post certainly sparked a lively debate with a flurry of comments. Not least from parents who seem quite slighted by the spouse-of-teacher’s posting lamenting many gifts were just “rubbish that had to be thrown out”.

One suggested the almost fail-proof gift albeit with a proviso.

Another netizen suggested practical gifts that can be used and enjoyed by almost everyone, thus negating the need for parents to “crack their heads”.

However, a teacher responded to the post by highlighting that most teachers do NOT compare gifts. They appreciate even the humblest of gifts and would accept those gifts as a genuine gesture of thanks for their hard work and dedication.

Another shared his experience of this as a teacher at an international school by revealing that there were guidelines as to what was acceptable gifts with a clear message to avoid ultra-lavish gifts.

One parent share what she believed was the right thing to do – be present for school-related meetings and events. She also stressed the importance of taking on-board teachers’ feedback and implementing their advice. This, she contends, is the best gift parents can give towards teachers.

It could even be argued that this very Malaysian practice of buah tangan is the foundation for less-innocent gifts later in life. Pupils are taught to believe very early on that such gifts are mandatory, especially if they want something done or seek to curry favour.
But at the same time, public school teachers are an over-worked and underpaid lot. As highlighted by some posters (including those in the teaching profession), this practice allows students and parents to show their appreciation, no matter how humble or small a token is given as a gift.
Perhaps, the best solution would be to avoid personal gifts. Instead, each class can have a whip around to get a collective gift for each of their teachers.
The maximum amount donated can also be capped. This will avoid the game of one-upmanship among parents for they can leave the planning in the hands of school pupils.
When the gifts are from an entire class and consist of practical or popular items such as the aforementioned chocolates, it will also avoid teachers comparing or practicing favouritism towards the big-gift givers. – Focus Malaysia


Artikel ini hanyalah simpanan cache dari url asal penulis yang berkebarangkalian sudah terlalu lama atau sudah dibuang :

http://malaysiansmustknowthetruth.blogspot.com/2024/05/should-malaysian-pupils-stop-tradition.html

Kempen Promosi dan Iklan
Kami memerlukan jasa baik anda untuk menyokong kempen pengiklanan dalam website kami. Serba sedikit anda telah membantu kami untuk mengekalkan servis percuma aggregating ini kepada semua.

Anda juga boleh memberikan sumbangan anda kepada kami dengan menghubungi kami di sini
Are Malaysian Consumers Missing The Target In Anti Israel Boycotts Of Western Brands

Are Malaysian Consumers Missing The Target In Anti Israel Boycotts Of Western Brands

papar berkaitan - pada 11/5/2024 - jumlah : 342 hits
Beyond paying a franchise fee and adhering to quality control measures and brand representation their Malaysian operations are essentially all Malaysian from their supply chain to marketing and to some extent even product development If you...
Has The Malaysian Super League Become Super Unsafe

Has The Malaysian Super League Become Super Unsafe

papar berkaitan - pada 13/5/2024 - jumlah : 219 hits
The Malaysian football fraternity still reeling from the shock of unprecedented attacks on three national players in a spate of six days is fiercely divided over the motive behind such barbaric acts The brutal attacks on football celebritie...
The Honourable Resignation Of Malaysian Badminton Boss

The Honourable Resignation Of Malaysian Badminton Boss

papar berkaitan - pada 28/5/2024 - jumlah : 168 hits
Norza Zakaria has acknowledged that Hannah Yeoh had helped him tremendously to advance Malaysian badminton internationally and locally since she became the minister about two years ago PETALING JAYA The next president of the Badminton Assoc...
Not Liberalism Or Socialism Or Nationalism That Is The Driving Ideology Of Malaysian Politicians But Gangsterism

Not Liberalism Or Socialism Or Nationalism That Is The Driving Ideology Of Malaysian Politicians But Gangsterism

papar berkaitan - pada 8/5/2024 - jumlah : 224 hits
To be their friend you must show them respect and help them get what they want and once you become their friend then they will let you do whatever you want Nehru Sathiamoorthy When Wan Fahysal made an about turn and claimed that PN had neve...
The Knox Journals Tired Of Prying Eyes On Your Personal Information Here S How To Stop It

The Knox Journals Tired Of Prying Eyes On Your Personal Information Here S How To Stop It

papar berkaitan - pada 14/5/2024 - jumlah : 259 hits
How Galaxy s Security Privacy features are keeping you safe with Pin App Maintenance Mode and Secure Folder Our phones are constantly in our hands but have you considered how often they get into the hands of others Whether it s entertaining...
Dining With The Queens Legumes Nyonya Mother S Day Buffet A Treat Fit For A Queen

Dining With The Queens Legumes Nyonya Mother S Day Buffet A Treat Fit For A Queen

papar berkaitan - pada 14/5/2024 - jumlah : 195 hits
Assalamualaikum dan salam sejahteraDining With The Queens Legumes Nyonya Mother s Day Buffet A Treat Fit For A QueenMalaysia catering brand Legumes set the stage for what promises to be a grand celebration of Mother s Day hosting a preview ...
Celebrating Mother S Day With Legumes Dining With The Queens

Celebrating Mother S Day With Legumes Dining With The Queens

papar berkaitan - pada 16/5/2024 - jumlah : 343 hits
Malaysia catering brand Legumes set the stage for what promises to be a grand celebration of Mother s Day hosting a preview event that dazzled attendees with culinary masterpieces and festive entertainment CELEBRATING MOTHER S DAY WITH LEGU...
Siti Kasim Pmx Should Focus On Salary Hike For Frontliners Only Not Across The Board Increment

Siti Kasim Pmx Should Focus On Salary Hike For Frontliners Only Not Across The Board Increment

papar berkaitan - pada 12/5/2024 - jumlah : 176 hits
SOCIAL activist Siti Kasim has lambasted the salary hike exercise for civil servants which was unveiled by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Labour Day by contending that it should prioritise front liners instead of being made an a...
Stop The Abuse Behind The Scene Under The Banner Of Bumiputra Privilege

Stop The Abuse Behind The Scene Under The Banner Of Bumiputra Privilege

papar berkaitan - pada 18/5/2024 - jumlah : 133 hits
Patients may die the health care system can go to the dogs but we will defend and empower the Bumiputra according to the UiTM Act 1976 and Article 153 of the Federal Constitution which only allows the enrolment of bumiputera students is the...
Rasa Masakan Korea Soondubu Jigae Beef Di Dubuyo

China S President To Host Official Dinner For Anwar

Drama One Cent Thief 2 Lakonan Syafiq Kyle Azira Shafinaz

I Bought A Toy Like Vape Online Mp Tells Dewan Chamber

Tip Mudah Santan Berketul Jadi Elok Semula Letak Sehelai Daun Ini Saja

Unlocking Savings Expert Tips For Finding Discounted Cigarettes In Australia

India Secebis Kenangan Di India Random Photos

Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas 2024 An Exquisite Showcase Of Design


echo '';
Biodata Terkini Penyanyi Illa Sabry Peserta Gegar Vaganza 2024 Musim 11 GV11

Info Dan Sinopsis Drama Berepisod Senyawa iQIYI Malaysia

Info Dan Sinopsis Drama Berepisod Project Projek Exit Astro Originals

Pelajari Asal Usul Nama Makhluk Seram Kisah Fiksyen Barat Yang Terkenal

10 Fakta Filem Kahar Kapla High Council Yang Ramai Tak Tahu Prekuel Drama Project Projek High Council


Kisah Care Giver

Building Dreams One Brick At A Time Legoland Malaysia Resort Welcomes Malaysia S First Master Model Builder

Pilih Minyak Wangi Ikut Personaliti Korang

Kalendar Kuda 2025 Malaysia

Makan Yong Tau Foo Taiping

Layanan Samsat Batam Centre Kemudahan Dan Kecepatan Dalam Pelayanan Pajak Kendaraan