This is an interesting articulate that reflects the challenges and the need to overhaul Asian education systems.

South Korea is on the brink of overhauling its education system. Last month the government announced plans to stop schools operating on Saturdays to give students back their weekends. ”We think students will be able to learn creativity by participating in outdoor activities,” an official from the Education Ministry told the JoongAng Daily.

http://m.smh.com.au/opinion/society-and-culture/should-schools-look-to-asia-no-20110713-1he6e.html