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MAC defends focus on organizations amid contest controversy
The Mainland Affairs Council clarifies its investigation targets organizations linked to the CCP, not teacher Alice Ou. The essay contest raises legal concerns under the Cross-Strait Act.2025/04/30 16:00 -

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an stands by teacher’s rights
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an defends a teacher’s freedom of speech after her interview with Chinese media sparked controversy. The Taipei Department of Education investigates but finds no violation of educational neutrality.2025/03/28 14:29 -

Taipei teacher defends interview with Chinese media
Alice Ou, a teacher at Taipei First Girls’ High School, faces backlash after her interview with China Central Television. Critics claim she questioned Taiwan’s stance on China, sparking public outcry and a complaint to the Taipei Education Bureau.2025/03/27 13:00 -

KMT’s Hou Yu-ih vows to overhaul ’108 Curriculum’ if elected
KMT presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih has promised to review the controversial 108 curriculum if elected, in response to concerns from parents, students, and educators. He plans to reinstate the National Conference on Education, which has not been held in 13 years, to reassess the curriculum. The curriculum has been criticized as "shameless" by a teacher at Taipei First Girls High School, sparking societal debate. Former President Ma Ying-jeou has supported the criticism, urging the Ministry of Education to urgently review and improve the curriculum. DPP presidential candidate Lai Ching-te has a different perspective, arguing that textbook publishers consider teachers’ opinions and that this should not be equated with curriculum issues. TPP presidential candidate Ko Wen-je has stated his opposition to de-Sinicization in education and believes in recognizing the cultural continuum. The approaches of each candidate on educational reform will be important considerations for voters in the upcoming election.2023/12/09 15:58



