Instead of formal evaluations, young teachers in China are using memes, images, and other forms of personalised feedback to mark exams and assignments.

Many parents believe these memes and cute comments motivate students to perform better while creating stronger connections between teachers and students.

One primary school English teacher gave heartwarming comments to all of her students. For a student who scored 95.5 points out of 100, the teacher wrote: “I’m sending you a little flower; don’t be too proud!” She even drew a person handing the student a flower.

Many people on social media expressed admiration for these teachers’ efforts. “I want to attend their classes,” said one online observer.