The Spirits of Modern Chinese University

The Origin of the Spirit
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-981-953280-3
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, 251 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 241 mm, Gewicht: 569 g

Reihe: China Academic Library

This book explores the origins and evolution of the university spirit in early modern China. It begins with the integration of Chinese and Western cultures, leading to the birth of university ideals. The book examines the spiritual ecosystem of missionary universities and their role in shaping early modern higher education. It also traces the dawn of modern Chinese universities and the subsequent formation of their unique spirit. This volume provides a detailed historical and cultural analysis of how Chinese universities adapted Western educational models while preserving their own traditions, laying the foundation for modern university ideals.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Chu, Zhaohui

Weitere Mitwirkende

Na, Hai

Jin, Li

LIU, Wei

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Philosophie Nicht-Westliche Philosophie Indische & Asiatische Philosophie
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Pädagogik Philosophie der Erziehung, Bildungstheorie
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Schulen, Schulleitung Universitäten, Hochschulen

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Chapter 1. The Integration of Chinese and Western Cultures and the Birth of the University Spirit in Early Modern China.- Chapter 2. The Spiritual Ecosystem of Missionary University in Early Modern China.- Chapter 3. The Dawn of the Modern Chinese University.- Chapter 4. The Formation of Modern Chinese University Spirit.

Über Autor(innen)

Chaohui Chu is a researcher at the China National Academy of Educational Sciences and serves as the Vice President of the Chinese Association for Local Education History and Annals and the President of the School History Branch. He previously worked as a full-time editor and editorial board member of and served as the Deputy Secretary-General of the Chinese Society for Tao Xingzhi Studies. Since becoming fascinated with Tao Xingzhi's educational philosophy in 1981, he has been advocating and practicing educational improvement, developing a comprehensive theory of integrated adult education. He has published over 30 monographs totaling more than 6 million words, edited and translated over 60 volumes, and authored more than 800 articles. Having traveled to over 2,000 counties and districts, he is committed to making education better.