In 2000, the direct subsidy scheme (DSS) has been implemented. Public schools that have joined the scheme will be given the freedom to create their own curriculum, and to decide on the use of student and receiving processes. According to DSS, schools will charge the fees payable by parents, as well as the use of government subsidies. DSS schools, therefore, more affordable than private and international schools, and provided better services than public schools. Considers the long-term effects of this scheme and disputes between parents, teachers and schools. "Hide
by Ka-Fu Wong, Carola Ramon-Berjano Source: University of Hong Kong, 9 pages. Publication Date: May 31, 2005. Prod. #: HKU400-PDF-ENG
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