Reform and Development of Educational System

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The authors employ quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods, conducting extensive surveys and interviews across 679 schools, 67 counties, and 13 provinces in China. They also perform longitudinal case studies in five municipalities and provinces to capture diverse educational reforms. Utilizing national statistical data from the 1970s to 2013, along with first-hand documents from various educational departments and insights from 253 teachers, principals, and students, they analyze the data using SEM, HLM, GCM, and other statistical techniques. Their research explores the correlations between educational development and reform, as well as internal and external factors influencing these changes. Key findings reveal that reforms in financial investments, resource allocation, curricula design, and broader political and social systems significantly impact educational development across various levels. The book highlights five case studies that exemplify these reforms, alongside milestone events in Chinese education since 2013. It features 353 diagrams and tables, providing extensive, accessible information on a complex educational landscape. This comprehensive examination traces the evolution of education in China, offering insights into its international standing and ongoing efforts to improve educational quality for the world's largest population.