Gu Mingyuan's Educational Thought

This book systematically reviews theeducationalthoughtof Mr.GuMingyuan, one of the most prestigious educationists in contemporary China, and details the development of his pioneeringeducationalideas. The content covers virtually all areas of education, from pre-school to higher education and lifelong learning, from general education to vocational education and informal learning. In the process, it comprehensively reflects Mr.Gu's insights on global education and his perspectives on Chinese education, reviews China'seducationalhistory, assesses the status quo, and outlines the future of education. Since he has not only been a significant witness but also a key promoter of all majoreducationalchanges since China's reform and opening up over the past 40 years, this book is more than a personal biography of a Chinese educationist; rather, it epitomizes the evolution of China'seducationalthinking over the past four decades.