高藤Talk回顾 | 教育与全球化视野：在多元声音中看见更大的世界

在全球化时代，“国际视野”已成为教育领域的关键议题，这也是高藤师生持续探索与践行的重要方向。本期高藤Talk就以“教育与全球化视野”为主题，邀请Betty、Yuri两位同学与Mark老师，分别从语言学习、身份认同等角度，结合自身经历，分享了他们对此的理解和实践。

In the global era,"global perspective"has become a key topic in education——and it's also a direction SMCS teachers and students keep exploring and practicing. In this session of SMCS Talk, we focused on"EducationandGlobalPerspective"andinvited studentsBettyandYuri, as well asTeacher Mark. They shared their understanding and practice from angles like language learning and identity, based on their personal experiences.

PART-01高效学习：始于“聪明地努力”Effective Learning:

Start with "Smart Practice "

Yuri以《The Smart Practice Secret: How I Learned to Learn》为题，揭示了高效学习的核心——不在于拼命付出，而在于“聪明地努力”。她指出：“方法错误的学习，就像在跑步机上奔跑，看似努力，实则停滞不前。” 她从《Peak: Deliberate Practice》一书中汲取灵感，将“五步法”融入自己的学习过程中：

Yuri, with her talkThe Smart Practice Secret: How I Learned to Learn, revealed the core of effective learning — it's not about blind hard work, but"smart practice".She noted: " Learning with the wrong method is like running on a treadmill — you seem busy, but you're not making progress". Drawing inspiration fromPeak: Deliberate Practice,she applied the"five-step method"to her studies:

01设定具体而微小的目标Set specific, tinny goals

将大目标拆解为日、周、月为单位的小任务，清晰可行的计划有助于增强信心，逐步实现最终目标。

Break big goals into daily, weekly, and monthly tasks. A clear, achievable plan boosts confidence and leads to the final goal step by step.

02进入心流状态Enter a flow state

排除手机、宠物等干扰，进行较长时间的专注学习，能显著提升学习效率。

Avoid distractions like phones or pets. Long, focused study sessions greatly improve study efficiency.

03拥抱困难Embrace the struggle

勇敢面对原本畏惧的学习任务，尽管过程艰难，但突破之后便是成长。

Face tasks you fear. It's tough, but growth happens after pushing through.

04获取即时反馈Get immediate feedback

通过每日课后总结，识别已掌握与待加强的内容，及时调整学习计划，提升效率。

Summarize after class to identify strengths and weaknesses, then adjust your plan promptly.

05坚持不懈直至习惯成自然Persist until it becomes a habit

高效学习离不开持续的努力，唯有坚持才能让学习事半功倍。

Effective learning needs consistency—only persistence makes it efficient.

Yuri强调：“优秀并非来自天赋，而是源于正确的方法。”她将书中理论转化为实践的能力，正是全球化竞争中所看重的核心素养。在高藤，我们更重视“如何学习”，而不仅仅是“学到了什么”。

Yuri emphasized that: "Excellence comes from theright method, not talent." Her ability toturn theory into practiceis exactly the core skill valued in global competition. At SMCS, we care more about"how to learn"than just "what to learn".

PART-02学习英语是为了拥有与世界对话的能力

Learning English is togain

the ability to communicate with the world

Betty在演讲中重新定义了英语学习的意义：其核心不在于追求“正确答案”，而在于沟通、表达与持续练习。她指出，一旦我们将单词量、语法正确率视为唯一目标，便容易忽略英语作为文化纽带的本质。

Betty redefined the meaning of English learning: its core is not about pursuing "correct answers", butcommunication, expression, and consistent practice.She pointed out that when we fixate on vocabulary size or grammar accuracy, we often forget English’s true role—a bridge between cultures.

Betty提倡通过喜爱的视频、歌曲来学习英语，实则是构建沉浸式的语言环境。当你因英剧台词会心一笑，或因英文歌词产生共鸣，英语便不再是冰冷的符号，而是融入情感与记忆的活的语言。正如她所举例：“学‘achieve’这个词，就造句‘我要实现梦想’。” 这种以实用为导向的学习，才是掌握语言的关键。

Betty suggested learning through favorite videos and songs, which buildsan immersive environment. When you laugh at an English drama line or resonate with song lyrics, English is no longer cold words—it becomes a living language filled with emotions and memories. As she gave an example: "When you learn 'achieve', make a sentence like 'I want to achieve my dreams'." This practical approach is key to global communication. Thispractical-oriented learningis the key to mastering a language.

英语不是“加分项”，而是全球化时代认知世界的基础工具。Betty说：“学好英语，是为了看见更广阔的世界。”而高藤正是致力于为学生搭建坚实的语言之桥，助力他们走向世界。

English isn't an "extra bonus" — it's a basic tool for understanding the world. As Betty said:"Learning English well helps us see a wider world."SMCS strives to build a solid language bridge for students to connect with the world.

PART-03身份认同：从“格格不入”到拥抱“不同”

Identity: From "Not Fitting In" to

Embracing "Differences"

作为高藤文科组的美籍华裔教师，Mark老师分享了他横跨中西的成长经历——从童年在美国感受到的“文化夹缝”，到大学时期的身份迷茫，再到职场中逐渐发现多元背景的价值，最终在高藤与自己的“不同”达成和解。他的故事不仅引发许多国际化学生的共鸣，也为“如何在全球化视野下确立自我”提供了温暖而深刻的答案。

Asateacher in SMCS’s liberal arts department,Mark shared his cross-cultural journey. This journey involved feeling "caught between cultures" as a child in the US, struggling with identity in college, discovering the value of his diverse background at work, and finallyreconciling with his "differences" at SMCS. His story resonated with many international students and provided deep insights into "finding oneself globally". His story not only resonates with many international students but also provides warm and profound answers to the question of "how to establish identity from a global perspective."

“在白人孩子中太亚洲，在亚洲孩子中太美国”

"Too Asian among white kids, too American among Asian kids"

Mark这句话道出了许多跨文化成长者的共同体验。他通过修读“亚裔美国人研究”课程逐渐明白，这不是“无法融入”，而是“身份重构”的过程——承认自己的混合背景，将其视为独特视角而非缺陷。不必刻意迎合某一种文化，而是主动整合多元元素，成为独一无二的自己。

This line summed up the common struggle of cross-cultural grownups. Through"Asian American Studies"courses, Mark realized this wasn't "failing to fit in", but"rebuilding identity": acknowledging his mixed background as a unique perspective, not a flaw. He didn't cater to one culture; instead, he integrated diversity to be himself.

这种跨文化的洞察力，正是多元背景所赋予的优势，也与高藤“中西融通”的教育理念高度契合。他强调，全球化视野不是变成别人，而是更好地成为自己——既扎根于文化本源，又开放吸收外界养分。

The ability of cross-cultural insightis a strength from his diverse background, aligns with SMCS's"integrating Chinese and Western cultures"philosophy.Mark stressed: global perspective isn't about becoming someone else, but a better version of yourself—rooted in your culture while open to new ideas.

写在最后/FINAL

本期高藤Talk不仅是一场演讲，更是一次思想的碰撞与视野的拓展。三位讲者从不同角度诠释了“全球化教育”的内涵：它不仅是语言能力的提升、学习方法的优化，更是一种文化理解力、身份认同与全球胜任力的培养。

This session of SMCS Talk was more than speeches—it was a collision of ideas and an expansion of horizons. The three speakers explained"global education"from different sides: it's not just better English or learning methods, but also cultivating cultural understanding, identity, and global competence.

高藤国际学校始终致力于培养具有全球视野、跨文化沟通能力与终身学习精神的未来领袖。我们相信，教育的目标不仅是传授知识，更是唤醒潜能、塑造人格、连接世界。

SMCS is committed to nurturing future leaders with global perspective, cross-cultural skills, and a lifelong learning spirit. We believe education isn't just about imparting knowledge—it's aboutawakening potential,shaping character,andconnecting with the world.

感谢Mark、Betty和Yuri的精彩分享，也感谢所有到场倾听的师生。下一期高藤Talk，我们再会！

Thanks to Mark, Betty, and Yuri for their wonderful sharing, and to all attending teachers and students. See you at the next SMCS Talk!