Zhang Boling's University Concept - Peking University Higher Education Collection

Author: Liang Jisheng
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: In the history of modern Chinese education, Zhang Boling possesses an absolutely legendary status. With a naval background, he was moved by national crises to dedicate himself to education. Upholding the belief of "educating talent to save the nation" and the principle of "private schools being non-private," he implemented the "indigenization" educational policy, striving to make "a school run by private force able to share the future and destiny of the entire nation." There are many topics surrounding Zhang Boling that remain ever-relevant. Professor Liang Jisheng has studied Zhang Boling and the history of Nankai University for thirty years. Through his efforts, this book presents in a concise and focused form the exemplary and inspirational significance of Zhang Boling for modern education. The selected writings of Zhang himself highlight the core of his educational philosophy, while the newly compiled studies by renowned scholars on his educational thought collectively bring into focus the historical context of his educational endeavors, summarizing his educational ideas and achievements. The page of history associated with Zhang Boling has passed, but it has not aged. The publication of this book helps us reflect on our contemporary university education.