This book explores the origins and evolution of the university spirit in early modern China. It begins with the integration of Chinese and Western cultures, leading to the birth of university ideals. The book examines the spiritual ecosystem of missionary universities and their role in shaping early modern higher education. It also traces the dawn of modern Chinese universities and the subsequent formation of their unique spirit. This volume provides a detailed historical and cultural analysis of how Chinese universities adapted Western educational models while preserving their own traditions, laying the foundation for modern university ideals.

Explores the integration of Chinese and Western cultures and shapes the university spirit in early modern China Traces the dawn of modern Chinese universities, offering a comprehensive view of their early evolution Analyzes the spiritual influence of missionary universities on modern Chinese higher education development

Autorentext

Zhaohui Chu is a senior researcher at the National Institute of Education Sciences. In "TAO Xingzhi's Educational Thoughts and Educational Reform in Rural Areas"-a research report of National Institute of Education Sciences-in 1985, Chu was one of contemporary China's earliest advocates of educational reform.

Inhalt

Chapter 1. The Integration of Chinese and Western Cultures and the Birth of the University Spirit in Early Modern China.- Chapter 2. The Spiritual Ecosystem of Missionary University in Early Modern China.- Chapter 3. The Dawn of the Modern Chinese University.- Chapter 4. The Formation of Modern Chinese University Spirit.