Since the first curriculum reform in the 1990s, education reforms in China have aimed at creating a student-centred education model based on creativity. The effectiveness of such strategies is, however, questionable. This paper explores the current level of supportive learning environment at elementary schools. Through empirical research conducted…

This article examines environmental literacy topics in Chinese language textbooks used in elementary school education nationwide in China. Published by People's Education Press, the textbooks serve as the core teaching material for literacy education of primary school children. Informed by language socialisation and literacy studies, this paper…

Our global era invites research on teacher reflection that is grounded in local contexts and enriched by cross-regional collaborations. Teacher professionalism is a shared global interest that is shaped by unique cultural factors in local settings. This study examines Chinese and U.S. undergraduate teacher education student views on the criteria…

This book presents 28 practical case studies in detail and 49 case studies in brief. The collection of these case studies focuses on one or more aspects of exploration and practice on the following topics: smart campus and smart classroom, resource construction and sharing, new teaching mode, comprehensive quality evaluation of students, teacher…

This study, focusing on inverse relations, examines how representative U.S. and Chinese elementary textbooks may provide opportunities to learn fundamental mathematical ideas. Findings from this study indicate that both of the U.S. textbook series (grades K-6) in comparison to the Chinese textbook samples (grades 1-6), presented more instances of…

Purpose: Different aspects of the globalisation of Chinese basic education have been examined in recent studies. This paper aims to contribute to this research base by examining the relationship between global quality assurance and evaluation (QAEVAL) trends and reforms in the Chinese basic education system. Design/methodology/approach: Relevant…

This book contains a compilation of papers presented at the International Conference on Education and New Developments (END 2017), organized by the World Institute for Advanced Research and Science (W.I.A.R.S.). Education, in our contemporary world, is a right since we are born. Every experience has a formative effect on the constitution of the…

Examines the influence of perceived parental expectations on Chinese children's school performance in mathematics. (HOD)

Literacy is the manipulation of thoughts and language to express ideas. It helps to build an understanding of various texts, people and situations, and promotes self-empowerment. Global society depends increasingly on literacy as a major factor for progress. Unfortunately, at a time when the ability to read and write is becoming imperative in…

Examines the structure of self-reported problem behaviors in Mainland Chinese children. Findings suggest that among the four factors studied, self-centered behaviors and physical aggression were reported most frequently. Suggests that the single factor conceptualization in which different types of problem behaviors are hypothesized to reflect a…

Examined the graphic representations of male and female characters in primary school textbooks in China, focusing on 1st-6th grade language, ethics, and mathematics. Analysis of textbook illustrations, identification of figures' activities, and classification of adults' occupations indicated that the illustrations stereotyped gender roles in a…

Describes a longitudinal study undertaken by the Everyday Mathematics (EM) program and presents achievement-test data results. Compares the performances of EM students to Japanese, Chinese, and traditionally taught U.S. children. (ASK)

For the thirty-sixth year, the Research and Theory Division of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) is sponsoring the publication of these Proceedings. Papers published in this volume were presented at the annual AECT Convention in Anaheim, California. The Proceedings of AECT's Convention are published in two…

Demonstrates that East Asian children (EAC) do engage in some forms of self-enhancing illusions. Responses from 4,000 elementary school students reveal EACs see themselves as possessing more positive attributes than others. Variations in self-enhancing illusions were found for age, gender, and region of residence. Results are discussed in terms of…

Presents findings of an examination of the representation of the sexes in an elementary level language textbook used in China. Indicates a lopsided emphasis on males and a tendency to portray women as subordinates. Identifies differences in personal characteristics ascribed to the sexes. Seeks to highlight the issue for the purpose of improving…