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Li Jian

    Classroom Culture in China
    Pre-service Teacher Education Policy Development
    The White Rabbit from the Moon: A Tale in English and Chinese
    Rural Education Reform in China
    Mulan
    Tiger Brother
    • Changsheng’s father brings home a homeless tabby kitten. However, as the kitten grows older, they realize that it's actually a little tiger. Soon Changsheng and the little tiger become so attached to each other. Wearing a tiger-head hat made by his mother, Changsheng and the little tiger become best brothers. However, the villagers are scared of the tiger. Changsheng has no choice but to send the little tiger back to the mountains. The little tiger promises that it will return in times of need. All Changsheng has to do is to put on his tiger-head hat and yell “Tiger Brother” from the top of the mountain. One day a gang of robbers appear in the village. Since the villagers are unable to resist the robbers, Changsheng runs up to the top of the mountain, yelling for his tiger brother. The tiger brother and his brave tiger friends arrive to their rescue, driving away all the robbers out of the village. The tiger brother returns to the mountains, but it keeps its promise to Changsheng forever. A story about bravery, love, and promise, it also introduces the characteristics of people born in the Year of the Tiger, the origin of the Siberian tiger, and the history of the tiger-head hat.

      Tiger Brother
    • "There was once an extraordinary girl who was as beautiful as she was brave. She knew how to read and write and sew. She loved to ride horses and shoot her bow and arrows. But it was the love for her family and her father that made her into a great soldier."--Page 4 of cover.

      Mulan
    • Rural Education Reform in China

      A Policy Mapping Perspective

      • 120 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      This book contextually explores the rural education reform in China from a policy mapping perspective. It discusses a wide range of topics in the context of China's rural areas, including rural school layout adjustment, rural teacher development, rural students' all-round education development, vocational education in rural areas, and rural education informatization development. With the challenges outlined and recommendations provided, the chapters offer a holistic view on China's rural education reform. This book serves as a guide for scholars and researchers who are interested and work in research on China's rural education reform, administrators, and stakeholders in China's education system and graduate students who major or minor in the field of rural educational policy. Inhaltsverzeichnis The rural school layout adjustment in China.- The rural teacher development in China.- The rural students' all-round education development in China.- The vocational education in China s rural areas.- The rural education informatization development in China.

      Rural Education Reform in China
    • Once upon a time, the city of Beijing was experiencing a pandemic. All the doctors there did not know how to end the pandemic. When the White Rabbit who was busy preparing medicine for immortals in the Moon Palace heard about the pandemic, she felt so worried that she flew to Beijing, as she wanted to help patients. The White Rabbit knocked on the door of an old grandpa's house and tried to offer treatment, but the old grandpa believed that only the human doctor could cure him. In order to convince the old grandpa, the White Rabbit disguised herself as a human being with the clothes that she took from a statue in a nearby temple. After the White Rabbit made several visits to the grandpa's house, the grandpa was touched by her persistence, and finally became willing to receive her treatment. After taking the pills made by the White Rabbit, the old grandpa recovered quickly. As the good news traveled around the city, all the neighbors came to seek the medicine from the White Rabbit. However, unexpectedly, some people became even sicker after taking the pills. What should the White Rabbit do to resolve the crisis brought by the pandemic? Read the story to find out!

      The White Rabbit from the Moon: A Tale in English and Chinese
    • Pre-service Teacher Education Policy Development

      A Global Perspective

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Focusing on the pre-service teacher education policies of seven countries, this book provides a historical overview and case studies of training practices in the USA, UK, Japan, Canada, Singapore, Australia, and Russia. It highlights existing challenges in these education systems and suggests potential solutions to improve pre-service teacher training. The insights offered serve as a valuable reference for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders involved in teacher education.

      Pre-service Teacher Education Policy Development
    • Classroom Culture in China

      Collective Individualism Learning Model

      • 140 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      Focusing on classroom culture in China, the book introduces the "collective-individualism-based learning" model, highlighting its significance in shaping students' learning competencies, perceptions, and behaviors. It explores the historical and contemporary aspects of this culture, providing a comprehensive analysis of how these dynamics influence educational outcomes.

      Classroom Culture in China
    • Transfer Pricing

      A Diagrammatic and Case Study Introduction, with Special Reference to China

      • 152 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Focusing on transfer pricing, this book provides a clear and accessible overview tailored for readers interested in China. It utilizes diagrammatic images to enhance understanding, making it suitable for both Chinese and foreign professionals involved in international business activities. The content is particularly relevant for those working in Chinese-owned companies expanding abroad, as well as foreign companies operating in China, offering essential insights into navigating the complexities of transfer pricing in a global context.

      Transfer Pricing
    • Global Higher Education Shared Communities

      Efforts and Concerns from Key Universities in China

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Focusing on the globalization of higher education in China, this book presents a detailed analysis of how Chinese universities and colleges are adapting to global trends. It introduces the "Global Higher Education Shared Community" model, which encompasses conceptual, practical, and strategic elements unique to China's educational landscape. The study highlights the integration of global practices with local characteristics, providing insights into the evolving nature of higher education in a global context.

      Global Higher Education Shared Communities
    • Conceptualizing and Contextualizing Higher Education with Chinese Characteristics

      Ontological and Epistemological Dimensions

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Focusing on the modernization and internationalization of Chinese higher education from 1949 to 2018, this book introduces the Ontological Positivism Model, which emphasizes the conceptualization and formalization of educational practices. It offers a unique perspective on the evolution of higher education in China, highlighting key concepts and developments over several decades.

      Conceptualizing and Contextualizing Higher Education with Chinese Characteristics
    • Transfer Pricing in China

      Concepts, Controls, Practices, and Audit Assessment

      • 216 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Exploring the complexities of transfer pricing, this book delves into its significant role in China's economic landscape. It examines how this often hidden practice affects foreign companies operating in China and Chinese firms seeking global expansion. Additionally, the text reviews key industries within China, highlighting potential future uncertainties and challenges they may face. The insights provided offer a comprehensive understanding of the intricate relationships between pricing strategies and international trade in the context of China's evolving economy.

      Transfer Pricing in China