The University of Macau (UM) today\n(25 November) held a talk titled \u2018Education Reform for the Future\u2019 as part of\nthe University Lecture Series. Lin Jianhua, former president of Peking\nUniversity and founding director of its Centre for Future Education Management\nResearch, was the keynote speaker. During the talk, he shared his insights on\nthe development and reform of higher education in China. The talk attracted members\nof UM\u2019s senior management team, faculty members, students, and members of the\ngeneral public.<\/p>
In his speech, UM Rector Yonghua\nSong said that Lin has rich experience in university education and educational\nmanagement. According to Song, Lin has brought many visionary ideas to the\nhigher education sector. During the talk, Lin discussed the uncertainties and\nchallenges faced by the education sector in a fast-changing world. According to\nLin, in order to thrive amid these uncertainties and challenges, the younger\ngeneration must develop strong self-learning skills, critical thinking skills,\ncreative skills, and adaptive skills. He said that universities should\nimplement education reform to help unleash students\u2019 potential, adding that educators\nshould inspire students to learn, to practise, and to create as a holistic\nexperience.<\/p>
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On the same day, Lin had a meeting\nwith members of UM\u2019s senior management team. During the meeting, Lin offered\nmany suggestions on education. He also presented a copy of his autographed book\nto the UM representatives.<\/p>
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Source: Rector’s Office<\/p>
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Media Contact Information:
Communications Office, University of Macau<\/p>
Albee Lei Tel\uff1a(853) 88228004
Kelvin U Tel\uff1a(853) 88224322
Email\uff1aprs.media@um.edu.mo
UM Website\uff1awww.um.edu.mo<\/p><\/div>
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