Grade 7 (Upper) Beishida Version. Mind Revolution. Junior High School Mathematics Synchronous Textbook Tutor

Author: Tian Hualan, Editor-in-Chief
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: Top masters gather in a grand assembly, with stars shining brilliantly. It is the sincere hope of this series that every middle school student can listen to lectures and teachings from China's top masters. With an ultra-luxurious author lineup and a top-tier book brand, the "Mind Revolution" series is the result of hundreds of education experts pouring their hearts and souls into it, a crystallization of their shining wisdom. What factors influence learning performance? There may be many, but the core is thinking. Perhaps people don't think this way. They often say, "Interest is the best teacher." That's true. But let's ask, how does interest arise? Short-term interest can come from encouragement and utilitarian needs, while long-term interest comes from the subject itself, from its inherent charm. So, why can the charm of a subject attract some people but not others? This is where thinking comes into play. Only with good thinking qualities can one appreciate the beauty and power of a subject, penetrate its essence, understand its subtle meanings, and truly immerse themselves in it, grasping its truth without falling into superficial understanding or filling their minds with useful and useless information. To unlock the potential of thought and awaken the wisdom of learning, we need to undergo a "Mind Revolution" to improve our learning. Over the years, we have witnessed many students who study diligently, burn the midnight oil, yet fail to achieve ideal results. Why is there no reward for hard work? People have been asking and thinking about this question. Now, we have finally found the right answer: some teaching methods lack an understanding of thinking, do not grasp its role, and do not know how to influence it, causing thinking to drift outside of learning activities. Represented by experts such as Tian Hualan, Shen Wenda, Hu Mingdao, Cai Mingsheng, and Xu Qifu, who specialize in different fields but share a common belief—to bring thinking back to the center of learning activities and integrate it into every aspect of the learning process—these scholars aim to truly enhance students' learning efficiency. As renowned educators, they design teaching methods, innovate teaching arts, and lead by example, guiding countless students into Tsinghua and Peking University, helping millions transcend themselves. With their substantial teaching achievements and significant academic influence, they have gathered together many distinguished teachers, state-level subsidy experts, winners of national quality lesson competitions, as well as tutors for top students and medalists, supplemented by their lifelong experience, to create this book series—"Mind Revolution."
The "Mind Revolution" series consists of three parts: Synchronous Textbook Guidance (with English subjects in English-Chinese and detailed explanations), Synchronous Testing and Evaluation, and Mid (High) School Full-Process Review. The purpose of Synchronous Textbook Guidance is to help students effectively acquire basic knowledge, skills, and methods from relevant courses, resolving doubts and confusion in their learning. Divided into basic units in sync with the curriculum, each unit is categorized based on content into: Goal Highlights, Pre-Class Preparation, Typical Example Solutions, and Learning Ability Tests. Here, there are clear goals with achievement tests; learning materials are provided in alignment with the learning process; key knowledge points are explained with emphasis on learning method guidance; and the focus is not only on teaching but also on what will be tested. This series aims to create a scenario where your learning process becomes one of walking alongside master teachers.
Synchronous Testing and Evaluation is a natural extension of Synchronous Textbook Guidance, meeting the needs of students for after-class exercises and self-assessment during mid-term and final exams. The comments here include not only principles and methods but also techniques and experiences; they not only help you deepen your understanding of knowledge but also remind you of the details that determine success or failure. By reading these comments, you can further broaden your horizons.
The Full-Process Review series is designed for college entrance exams, divided into the first round (Mid Exam) and the second round (High Exam). This series focuses on showcasing the goals, trends, and directions of the Mid (High) School exams, giving you a clear understanding and encouraging active exploration. Especially when helping you master exam content, it also emphasizes the infusion of exam experience, achieving a well-rounded development in exam content, strategy, and psychology.
Perhaps people might ask, don't the three series and their components align perfectly with our basic learning process? Yes, this is the principle we adhere to, reflecting the basic direction of curriculum reform. If not, how could it be called a "Mind Revolution"? The issue lies here: learning is originally a natural thing, stemming from human curiosity and part of our innate nature, yet it has been distorted by external pressures, unrealistic short-term actions, and piles of exam preparation materials, obscuring the fundamental truth. Just as Marx's simple yet profound, ordinary yet great discovery—that people must first eat, drink, live, and wear—is obscured by complex ideologies. Therefore, we must return to our original form and restore learning to its true nature. This is the "Mind Revolution"!