The internet and social media forever changed the way that students and teachers could interact. Today, groups can keep in touch via Facebook and Whatsapp, conferences can be live-tweeted to an entire campus and a host of university tools make access to niche information a breeze. If you’ve spent the last couple of years hooked to a smartphone to help with your studies, then prepare for a big shock.
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The Lessons Western Universities Can Learn From China
When I moved to China in 2010, many university officials were eager to hear my thoughts on the areas that Chinese universities could improve and learn lessons from their western counterparts. In many ways, the western education (especially the UK university system with its long history) is regarded by many within the Chinese system as…>
Working in China as an English Literature Lecturer
This post is based on my own experience of working as an English literature and culture lecturer in one of China’s top universities. My experience may not be the same as those in other universities or regions. My role as an English literature lecturer is much broader than it would be at home. I, therefore,…>
Why the West is Queuing up to Work With China
While Asian countries have generally out-performed their western counterparts at high school level for some time, the Asian university system has struggled to maintain the same level of international prominence as its American and British counterparts. Indeed, until relatively recently, pursuing study or an academic career in China or other Asian countries has not received…>
Lecturer Of Law at China University of Political Science and Law
Why did you choose to work in China? My family was originally from Mainland China, and although I was born in Taiwan, educated and lived for many years in Australia, choosing to come back and to the mainland seem to be a natural choice from my family back ground. Then of course, I find…>
Tips For Attending Academic Events And Conferences In China
Academic events and conferences in China are an interesting challenge for both young and experienced scholars and provide an international window on the world.
Available Resources For Researchers in China
Conducting research in China is a relatively easy task for academics today. Scholars seeking to further investigate their research field in the country have a number of options to get started: agreements between foreign and Chinese universities, scholarships provided by the Chinese Ministry of Education, specific programs for researchers But this is by no means…>
Associate Professor of History, Wuhan University, China
Dr Mark J Crowley is an Associate Professor of History and holds the distinguished Hubei Provincial ‘Chu Tian’ Research fellowship for the period 2014-2018 at the School of History, Wuhan University,
Do I Need To Speak Chinese To Teach In China?
One of the most common questions that returning teachers from China get asked is whether mastery of the Chinese language is necessary to get by while living in the country. Think of it this way: can you imagine going to a pharmacy and not being able to ask for over-the-counter paracetamol? Phoning up your workplace…>
Making The Most Of Your Time Off In China
Glacial mountain ranges, arid deserts, tropical forests or blooming metropolises – no matter how stressful or challenging the lifestyle in China can become there is normally a remedy close at hand for those willing to seek it. Making the most of your time off in China is a valuable skill, and one that you will…>