Ivy Tower of Things -- University Road Series

Author: Kong Xianduo
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Features: This book is a historical record of Professor Kong Xianduo, the former Vice President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, who studied, worked, lived, and reflected on his experiences in universities in both the East and the West. The author introduces the distinct educational philosophies, traditions, and practices of universities in the East and the West with different cultural backgrounds through his personal experiences of studying, teaching, administrative work, and establishing schools in various places such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China. It compares and analyzes the unique characteristics of these universities in terms of their educational styles, school management, and academic evaluation. Through these vivid and lifelike descriptions, readers can truly appreciate and understand the educational ideals, pursuits, spirit, and ethos of these universities.