#87: The Rise of Private Tutoring: Why IB Teachers in Hong Kong are Making the Switch

Private tutoring is on the rise globally, with a particular surge in Hong Kong. According to a report by Statista, the private tutoring market in Hong Kong was estimated to be worth HK$ 25 billion (US$ 3.2 billion) in 2021. The International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum is particularly popular in Hong Kong, and many teachers are switching to private tutoring. In this podcast episode, we will explore why IB teachers in Hong Kong are making the switch and the impact of this trend. • This episode is accompanied by a blog post: https://richardjamesrogers.com/2023/03/19/the-rise-of-private-tutoring-why-ib-teachers-in-hong-kong-are-making-the-switch/ • Check out my award-winning book for teachers - The Quick Guide to Classroom Management: 45 Secrets That All High School Teachers Need to Know: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TVCWFZ4 • Check out my second book entitled 'The Power of Praise: Empowering Students Through Positive Feedback': https://www.amazon.com/Power-Praise-Empowering-Students-Pedagogical/dp/1689738995 • Check out my blog for teachers: https://richardjamesrogers.com/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richardrogersauthor/ • Twitter: https://twitter.com/richardjarogers/ • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgadlOMi7VPubiHKlcQSI3w • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richard_james_rogers/ • The Importance of Patience in Teaching [Blog Post]: https://richardjamesrogers.com/2020/11/15/the-importance-of-patience-in-teaching/ • The Four Rules of Praise [Blog Post]: https://richardjamesrogers.com/2018/07/15/the-four-rules-of-praise/