Chinese students' encyclopedic learning of history

Author: Ji Jianghong
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: The series is divided into eight categories: "Universe," "Earth," "Biology," "Science," "History," "Art," "Military," and "Human Body," each focusing on the most closely related natural and humanities knowledge for students at the growth stage. Beyond its rigorous structure and rich content, what makes this series particularly valuable is the inclusion of sections such as "Exploration and Reflection," "DIY Experiments," and "Wisdom Ark," which inspire intelligence and aid in growth. These sections guide students to engage with knowledge in a brand-new way, moving beyond the outdated habit of one-sided. They encourage students to take on the active role of learners, adopting perspectives of scientists, artists, military strategists, and more, as they actively participate in hands-on and minds-on learning to draw their own conclusions and acquire the knowledge they desire, truly becoming masters of their learning. Chinese students are now on the same starting line as their peers worldwide. Their minds and hearts will undergo a fresh intellectual! This book is remarkable, unique, and arranged chronologically by theme, making it suitable for both home and school use. It vividly tells and explores major historical events, accompanied by precious historical photographs, carefully drawn illustrations, and reconstructions. The entries are concise and well-organized, making it easy to understand the complex process of world civilizations. The thematic arrangement offers a comprehensive perspective, examining human behavior patterns from political, economic, military, cultural, and social aspects. It emphasizes the development of analytical and research skills, guiding students to cultivate habits of in-depth independent thinking. The entire book is organized chronologically according to the development of world history, divided into six chapters representing six major time periods. Each chapter approaches the grand tapestry of human history from a unique perspective, selecting significant historical themes and exploring them from political, economic, cultural, and artistic angles. At the beginning of each theme, we have included a section titled "Thinking Like a Historian." This section provides a concise overview of the theme and raises profound, thought-provoking questions, encouraging students to read with questions in mind and gain insights and answers through reading and reflection. This book focuses on guiding students to explore historical patterns, cultivating their methods for researching historical issues, and developing an interest in absorbing knowledge and wisdom from history. It not only stimulates students' rich imagination of history through engaging and interesting text but also provides them with an intuitive historical experience through highly valuable images, making it an ideal book for adolescents to read and learn.