Teenagers in Taiwan are not unlike teenagers in most other countries. Their focus is on pop culture, music, friends and spending mommy and daddy's hard earned money. Their lives revolve around study but their is increased focus on identity and material want. This is often a good way for teachers to connect with their students. If you're teaching this age group it is important that you also "keep up with the times".
Attitudes toward teachers are different with this age group as student enter their "rebellious" phase of life where they challenge thoughts and "traditional" ways of thinking. This is why connecting with them on their level is important for progression.
Many middle school and high school students will study from 8am-5pm in public schools and will then attend various buxibans in the evenings, often until 8, 9 or 10pm. Life for these students revolves around getting into a good Taiwanese university so getting good grades is critical.
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