Cultural Quality and Scientific Spirit: A Continuation of Discussing Learning and Teaching

Author: Wang Yitao
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Publish Date: 2003-03-01
Features: Professor Wang Yitao excels at presenting profound educational ideas through lively and engaging essays, with a natural and effortless style that makes his works enjoyable to read time and again. In terms of the philosophy of higher education, I highly agree with his perspectives, and thus I can sense his inner thoughts and reflections through the "spirit" he depicts in every stone, tree, and drop of water. Moreover, the essays Professor Wang writes on education are often innovative, always prompting readers to think deeply. His essays emphasize comprehensiveness and are adept at rigorous logical analysis. Combined with his years of experience in university administration, his educational writings possess strong persuasiveness, a consensus among scholars in higher education. Professor Wang has compiled his recent articles into a book, which has already been mentioned—the title is Cultural Literacy and Scientific Spirit. The first part includes essays, short articles, and reflective pieces, while the second part consists of academic papers and reports. The famous line from the Tang Dynasty poet Jia Dao in his poem Swordsmanship: "Ten years to sharpen a sword, its edge never tested. Today I present it to you, who will stand up for justice?" Professor Wang's book is not just about "ten years to sharpen a sword" but rather the accumulation and refinement of decades of educational experience and thought. This year happens to be his seventieth birthday, and at this moment, he dedicates his life experiences and educational philosophy to society—a meaningful act. It should also be acknowledged as one of the spiritual treasures of the education sector, deserving of honest and solemn recommendation to readers.