Knowledge Transformation and Educational Reform

Author: Shi Zhongying
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Publish Date: 2001-05-01
Features: This book begins with the definitions of concepts such as "knowledge," "knowledge type," and "knowledge transformation," examining the types and evolution of knowledge from ancient times to the present. It conducts multi-perspective exploration and discussion from both horizontal and vertical dimensions:
- Through the analysis of three knowledge transformations, it provides a relatively solid theoretical foundation for studying the growth of human knowledge and the evolution of educational thought;
- By critically analyzing the "objectivity," "universality," and "value neutrality" of modern knowledge, it challenges the absolutism in modern knowledge paradigms and the formulaic nature of educational models, offering significant guidance for knowledge innovation and educational reform;
- The discussion on "Tacit Knowledge" (i.e., "Implicit Knowledge") and "Local Knowledge" encourages deeper reflection on the diversity of knowledge and the important role of traditional culture;
- The exploration of the differences and interrelationships between natural knowledge, social knowledge, and humanities knowledge not only challenges the traditional belief in "knowledge unity" but also deepens current discussions on humanistic spirit and humanistic education, and so on.