Mind Revolution. Gaokao (History) Round 1

Author: Hu Mingdao
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: What are the factors affecting learning performance? There are many, but the core is thinking. Maybe people don't think so, as 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 the role of thinking. Only with good thinking qualities can one perceive the beauty and power of the subject, penetrate its essence and profound meanings, truly immerse themselves in it, and grasp 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 "thinking revolution" to improve our learning. For 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 their hard work? People have been asking and reflecting on this question. Now, we have finally found the correct answer: some teaching methods lack an understanding of thinking, do not recognize its role, and do not know how to influence it, causing thinking to drift outside of learning activities. Represented by experts and scholars such as Tian Hualan, Shen Wenda, Hu Mingdao, Cai Mingsheng, and Xu Qifu, though working in different fields, they share a common belief: to bring thinking back to the center of learning activities and integrate it into every aspect of the learning process, thereby truly improving students' learning efficiency. As master educators, they have designed teaching methods, pioneered teaching arts, and led by example, guiding countless students into Tsinghua and Peking University, helping millions surpass themselves. With their substantial teaching achievements and significant academic influence, they have gathered together many distinguished teachers, state-level subsidy experts, winners of national high-quality lesson competitions, and tutors for top-scoring students, enriching their work with lifelong experience to create this book——《Thinking Revolution》.
The Thinking Revolution consists of three series: Synchronous Textbook Guidance (with English subjects in English-Chinese and detailed explanations), Synchronous Testing and Evaluation, and Comprehensive Review for Middle School (and High School) Exams.
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 learning. Divided into basic units in sync with the curriculum, each unit is categorized based on content into: Target Highlights, Pre-Class Preparation, Detailed Solutions to Typical Examples, and Learning Ability Tests. Here, there are clear goals with achievement tests; learning materials that align with the learning process; explanations of key knowledge points with emphasis on learning method guidance; and a focus not only on what to teach but also on what to assess. This series aims to create a scenario where your learning process becomes a journey alongside master educators.
Synchronous Testing and Evaluation is a natural extension of Synchronous Textbook Guidance, meeting the needs of post-class exercises and self-assessment for mid-term and final exams. The comments included not only patterns and methods but also techniques and experiences; they not only enhance your overall 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 Comprehensive Review series is designed for the needs of advancement exams, divided into Middle School Exam Review (Round 1 and Round 2) and High School Exam Review (Round 1 and Round 2). The review focuses on showcasing the goals, trends, and directions of the exams, giving you a clear understanding and encouraging active exploration. Especially while helping you master exam content, it 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 perfectly align with our basic learning process? Yes, this is the principle we adhere to, reflecting the fundamental direction of curriculum reform. If not, how could it be called a "thinking revolution"?
The issue lies here: learning is originally a natural act, 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 basic facts. Just as Marx's simple yet profound, ordinary yet great discovery: the basic fact that people must first eat, drink, and wear is obscured by complex ideologies. Therefore, we must return to our roots and restore learning to its true nature. This is the Thinking Revolution!