Lee Kuan Yews Educational Legacy

The late Mr Lee Kuan Yew (19232015) laid the foundations for the creation of a first-world education system in Singapore. Like many other issues concerning the country, his ideas for education were transported in a red box, which he took with him wherever he went, even up to his last days. Inside it was always something designed to help create a better life for all Singaporeans. The editors of this volume were inspired by the idea of Mr Lees red box and by the Founding Fathers selfless drive to continuously improve the country he loved. As such, the book explores in detail Mr Lees plans, including chapters on Education: The Man and His Ideas; Foundational Pillars of Singapores Education; Education for Nationhood and Nation-Building; and 21st Century Readiness and Adaptability. The chapters also include the authors visions, no matter how great or small, for the future of education in Singapore. They explore how Mr Lees educational policies resulted in a system thatattracts the right and best candidates to become teachers; that forms them into effective teachers, specialists and leaders; that ensures they and the education system are able to deliver the best possible learning for every child; and that establishes a legacy that has allowed the education system to continue to move forward while tackling the challenges of its success. From the little red box came the ideas that led to the countrys meteoric rise. Likewise, the editors hope this book will lead to a brighter future in education.