Should vision test be included in high school entrance exam?

dbrownridge

After five years of teaching English in China I can now safely conclude that the No 1 problem that needs immediate attention is poor eyesight. What makes this so terrible is that this problem is in most cases an easy fix -- wear eyeglasses. But through some fickle twist of fate these students don't wear glasses. It's mind-boggling. And added issue is that students hate to admit they have a vision problem, they seem greatly embarrassed like it is some terrible social stigma. Therefore they don't seek help. Still, you think parents would see the symptoms. But then maybe not. In any case, this is all very serious -- how can you learn if you can't see properly! Teachers, friends, family and most of all parents must play closer attention to this serious issue of poor eyesight. It only adds to the already enormous burden shouldered by Chinese students, and inhibits their sincere efforts to educate and improve themselves.