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The Role of Education in Social Mobility: Insights from Diverse Athletes' Experiences

This article explores how education serves as a crucial avenue for social mobility, illustrated through the experiences of prominent New Zealand athletes like Rita Fatialofa and Eroni Clarke. It examines the impact of educational backgrounds on their careers, highlighting the balance between practical skills and theoretical knowledge. The narrative also addresses why local Chinese students pursue overseas study, seeking personal growth and a stronger work ethic. Ultimately, it advocates for an engaged approach to education that fosters responsibility and awareness, empowering students to navigate their unique social landscapes.

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The Role of Education in Social Mobility: Insights from Diverse Athletes' Experiences

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  1. EDUCATION AN AVENUEOF SOCIAL MOBILITY? Rita Fatialofa – Netball NZ Silver Ferns Mother is a Minister University degree, is a mother of three Eroni Clarke Rugby – All Blacks University degree University Recruitment Officer Michael Jones Rugby – All Blacks University Recruitment University degree [Bachelor of Arts - townplanning Beatrice Faumuina Shotput and Discus Television Presenter No university degree Solo parenting

  2. SOCIAL MOBILITY? People from different backgrounds attain different social positions.

  3. EDUCATION? raises awareness encourages responsibility balanced with rights engages commitment to exchange negotiates theoretical and practical application

  4. EDUCATION? “… raising student awareness so that they become subjects[proactive], rather than objects[passive], of the world” Paulo Friere

  5. EDUCATION? acknowledges that the ‘flip top' mentality exists committed to developing a wholly engaged being: heart, mind, spirit and emotions

  6. WHY ARE LOCAL CHINESE STUDENTS INTERESTED IN STUDYING OVERSEAS? 1. Escape domestic pressures. Find a space to develop and express themselves confidently Differentiate themselves Identify Your Uniqueness

  7. WHY ARE LOCAL CHINESE STUDENTS INTERESTED IN STUDYING OVERSEAS? 3. Potential Reward of Hard Work Demonstrate a strong work ethic 4. Learn the Language and Learn the Culture Taking up their positions as Global citizens

  8. WHY ARE SO MANY LOCAL CHINESE STUDENTS SUCCEEDING? Background:

  9. WHY ARE SO MANY LOCAL CHINESE STUDENTS SUCCEEDING? LOCALIZED EDUCATION SYSTEM GLOBALIZED EDUCATION SYSTEM

  10. WHY ARE SO MANY LOCAL CHINESE STUDENTS SUCCEEDING? Home Life Positive Learning Attitude Appropriate Curriculum

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