Why do we have to use 'application'? Can we use a request form instead?

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As Tuoi Tre Online reflects: Currently, many additional educational services provided by schools require parents and students to pay for them but still have to "ask" for the school to "give" them.

Not only in the education sector, but also in some other professions, this situation still exists.

According to reader Tran Xuan Tien, the word "xin" in application forms is outdated. If we do not boldly remove it, it may lead to troublesome and harassing consequences.

To add more perspective, here is what this reader shared.

"Asking - giving" affects behavior and perception

Although many administrative procedures have been reformed in recent times, the word "xin" still exists in many application forms and in many areas of social life.

Some application forms that contain the word "xin" include: Application for export of goods, Application for import of goods, Application for joining a club, Application for operating license, Application for confirmation of difficult circumstances/poor/near-poor households, Job application, Application for divorce...

Looking through the forms listed above, it is easy to see that, although used in many different areas of daily life, they all have the word "xin" in the name of the form.

And there is another common point, which is the position of the form writer.

A group of young people apply for jobs at a company with a branch in Ho Chi Minh City - Photo: C.TRIEU

In some cases, people receive the processing form with a superior attitude, even showing off, causing difficulties and inconveniences during the implementation process, creating a feeling of discomfort and inhibition for the person writing the form.

Because he wanted the job to be done smoothly, the form writer had to swallow his pride and happily let it go.

In many cases, the use of the word "please" in documents and forms has created a "please - give" mechanism from the perception to the behavior of the parties involved, especially the "giver".

Education sector needs to be pioneering

In the field of education, it is not uncommon to come across similar forms: Application for leave of absence, Application for transfer of credits, Application for re-issuance of graduation certificate, Application for registration for master's/doctoral student entrance exam.

Even though they have to pay for educational activities and services, learners still have to use the word "please" in paperwork?!

It is time for us to change our perceptions and take appropriate actions against habits that are no longer suitable for the current development situation. The education sector, with its liberal role, needs to demonstrate a pioneering spirit in eliminating the concept of "asking - giving".

Schools and educational institutions need to change the way they use words to restore equality and true nature in administrative procedures.

On the learner's side, we can also proactively change the word "please" to "suggest" or "register" to change our thinking and working habits.

Just changing the way we write can help us change our thinking, moving towards a spirit of equal cooperation.

Clearly defining the nature of the matter through wording will help change the mindset and working attitude between the applicant and the recipient, limiting confusion about the rights and obligations of both parties.

Should be changed to "register" or "recommend"

The reality is that public services in general are still asking and giving in applications. This is unreasonable, because public service workers receive salaries from the budget to serve. People need to contribute many ideas for a civilized society, deeply integrated into the international community. That is necessary, objective reality requires it!

Reader Nguyen Ha

Civilized society does not always "ask" but instead "register" or "suggest". Should change for the better.

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/sao-cu-phai-don-xin-dung-giay-de-nghi-phieu-de-nghi-thay-the-duoc-khong-20241012093733234.htm