WTO and quality education in primary and secondary schools

Author: Bai Jiehong
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Publish Date: 2003-09-01
Features: After 15 years of arduous efforts, China officially became a member of the WTO on December 11, 2001, which is an undeniable reality. However, discussions about the WTO have not ceased. People call joining the WTO the arrival of the "wolf!" This is not intentional media hype but rather reflects how closely joining the WTO is related to social development and how it touches every aspect of people's lives. As researchers and administrators in primary and secondary education, we have been continuously concerned and reflecting on the following questions: What is the relationship between joining the WTO and quality-oriented education in primary and secondary schools? How should primary and secondary education respond to the new situation and new challenges? What are the requirements for the qualities of educators in primary and secondary schools in the context of the WTO?